Background
Notwithstanding the general deterioration in Zimbabwe’s infrastructure, Blanket has adequate access to the specific infrastructure it requires in order to operate efficiently:
Zimbabwe’s national highway system remains serviceable and most of Blanket’s consumable and equipment supplies are transported to the mine by road from Johannesburg, in South Africa. Blanket has funded the maintenance of the minor road that connects the mine to the national highway and heavy goods vehicle can easily access the mine without impediment throughout the year.
Caledonia Mining Corporation plc (LON:CMCL) is a profitable cash generative gold producer with a strong growth profile, Caledonia’s primary asset is the Blanket Mine in Zimbabwe which produced 54,512 ounces of gold in 2018 at an All in Sustaining Cost of $802/oz.