Question 1

How much did Kropz Elandsfontein draw down from its bridge loan on 20 July 2026?

Accepted Answer

Kropz subsidiary Kropz Elandsfontein (Pty) drew down ZAR 100 million (first half) from a ZAR 200 million bridge loan facility on 20 July 2026.

Question 2

What is the Orca phosphate project owned by Kropz Plc?

Accepted Answer

The Orca phosphate project is in Namibia and is described as one of Africa's largest undeveloped phosphate deposits and Kropz Plc's principal project.

Question 3

How much phosphate concentrate did Kropz Plc's Elandsfontein produce in the quarter to 30 June 2026?

Accepted Answer

Elandsfontein produced 95,956 tonnes of phosphate concentrate in the quarter to 30 June 2026 and recorded sales of 183,714 tonnes for the same quarter, with period-end stock of about 94,000 tonnes.

Question 4

What are the interest and repayment terms of the ZAR200 million loan facility Kropz Plc agreed with Ubunto‑Botho Investments on 15 July 2026?

Accepted Answer

The ZAR200 million loan to Kropz Plc carries interest at South African prime overdraft plus 6% compounded monthly, has no fixed term, and is repayable on demand by Ubunto‑Botho Investments with 15 business days' notice.

Question 5

What was Kropz's phosphate production at Elandsfontein in the quarter to 30 June 2026?

Accepted Answer

Kropz reported production of 95,956 tonnes of phosphate concentrate at Elandsfontein in the quarter to 30 June 2026, down 17% from 115,686 tonnes in the prior quarter.

Question 6

What loan did Kropz Plc agree on 15 July 2026?

Accepted Answer

Kropz Plc agreed a ZAR 200 million (≈$12.3m) loan facility from Ubunto‑Botho Investments to shore up working capital at Elandsfontein; the facility is agreed, repayable on demand with 15 business days' notice, subject to formal drawdown and an omnibus agreement.

Timeline

Kropz

Kropz draws down first tranche of ZAR200m bridge loan

Kropz secures ZAR 200m loan as output falls short

Kropz hits record month at Elandsfontein and says Hinda water risk mitigated

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