Rosh Pinah Zinc doubles capacity
Rosh Pinah Zinc (RPZ) has officially commissioned Namibia’s first paste backfill plant, a key milestone in its RP2.0 expansion project. The plant allows mined-out underground stopes to be safely backfilled with a mix of tailings and cement, reducing mining dilution, improving ore recovery, and lowering surface tailings, while boosting operational safety and efficiency.
The RP2.0 expansion, now over 85% complete, will nearly double the mine’s processing throughput to 1.3 million tonnes per year, with full ramp-up expected in the third quarter of 2026. Alongside construction, RPZ is running an extensive 80km diamond drilling program, exploring new ore deposits to extend the mine’s Life of Mine and unlock further growth potential.
“Commissioning the paste fill plant represents another major step forward for RP2.0. These facilities enhance the efficiency and sustainability of our operations. With construction now more than 85% complete, we are firmly on track, on schedule and on budget to deliver the RP2.0 expansion safely and responsibly. In parallel, our exploration program is delivering encouraging results, reinforcing the strong growth potential of RPZ as we continue to build a larger, longer-life operation," Alex Mayrick, general manager, Rosh Pinah Zinc, said.
The project also emphasizes local workforce development, training Namibian employees to operate and maintain the new facility, embedding technical expertise within the country. RPZ’s expansion marks a significant step in modernising Namibia’s mining sector while driving long-term value creation.
