Andrada Tantalum Concentrate Output Doubles in 2024/25

Andrada Tantalum

Andrada Mining's tantalum concentrate production rose by 100% year-on-year, marking a major boost in Namibia’s critical mineral output.

Tantalum Production Surges on Reprocessing Gains

Namibia-based Andrada Mining doubled its tantalum concentrate output to 50.6 tonnes in its fiscal year ending 2024/25. Contained tantalum reached 5.4 tonnes, with recovery improving to 4.5% through the reprocessing of previously produced concentrate. The sharp increase signals Andrada’s maturing capacity in extracting strategic metals from its Uis mine operations.

Meanwhile, Andrada’s 12-month supply deal with AfriMet ended, and the company is now evaluating new long-term offtake agreements.

Lithium and Tin Projects Expand Global Reach

Andrada’s tin concentrate production increased modestly by 2.2% year-on-year, totaling 1,507 tonnes. In parallel, its pilot lithium facility produced 128 tonnes of petalite, expanding its footprint in battery-grade minerals. In February, the company shipped its first lithium bulk sample to Japan, marking progress in global qualification efforts.

Also in February, Andrada received clearance from the Namibian Competition Commission for a strategic lithium partnership with SQM. This deal enables joint development of the Ridge Asset, which contains lithium-rich pegmatites also bearing tin and tantalum.

The Metalnomist Commentary

Andrada’s evolution from a tin miner to a multi-mineral critical metals producer reflects Namibia’s rising role in global mineral diversification. Its push into lithium and tantalum, backed by partners like SQM, positions it well in the global clean energy supply chain.