17 June
K92 Mining has reported that its underground Kainantu Gold Mine has delivered strong performance despite the ongoing Covid-19 State of Emergency in Papua New Guinea. Gold equivalent production is on track to exceed the first quarter of this year. The State of Emergency ended on 16 June resulting in the easing of some restrictions in Papua New Guinea. Recently, twin incline activities have recommenced at the mine due to the easing of restrictions.
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