Operations
Our Mining
Operations
Monext Mining holds multiple Primary Mining Licenses (PMLs) in the Chunya Goldfields, one of Tanzania’s most prospective gold regions. Our operations combine traditional underground mining expertise with modern technology and processing methods.
Underground Mining Methodology
Our underground operations target high-grade gold-bearing quartz veins using narrow-vein mining techniques. This approach minimizes waste rock extraction while maximizing the grade of ore processed.
- Shaft sinking and development equipment
- Electric and pneumatic rock drills
- Compressed air systems for ventilation and tools
- Winch and hoisting systems for ore and personnel
- Grade control using portable XRF analyzers
- Modern lighting and communication systems
Every underground operation follows strict safety protocols including:
- Mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Regular ventilation monitoring
- Ground stability assessments
- Emergency response procedures
- Comprehensive worker training programs
Processing
PLANT
CIP/CIL Technology
Our 50-tonne-per-day processing plant represents a significant technological advancement for small-to-mid-scale mining in Tanzania. The Carbon-in-Pulp (CIP) and Carbon-in-Leach (CIL) processes achieve gold recovery rates of 90-95%.
Processing Stages:
Crushing & Milling:
Jaw crushers reduce ore to manageable size, followed by ball milling to achieve the fine particle size needed for optimal gold liberation
Leaching:
Carbon Adsorption:
Carbon Recovery:
Elution & Recovery:
Smelting:
Exploration &
Development
Our geological team continuously evaluates our licensed areas to identify new ore zones and optimize mining plans. This includes:
- Diamond drilling programs to test depth extensions
- Surface sampling and mapping
- Geophysical surveys where appropriate
- Resource estimation and mine planning
We are developing plans to expand processing capacity and bring additional licensed sites into production, creating a hub-and-spoke operational model across the Chunya region.