Andrada Mining Ltd (AIM:ATM, OTC:AFTTF) said an integrated approach to sustainability led to significant improvements in its ESG objectives in its latest financial year.
The Namibia-based miner saw a 16% decrease in recorded injuries and a 7% energy efficiency improvement in the year to end February 2024.
Anthony Viljoen, chief executive, commented: "We are particularly proud of the significant progress we have made in progressing our ESG commitments this year, including a doubling of procurement expenditure within Namibia to £21 million, and maintaining a 99% Namibian workforce.
“These results validate our strategy of embedding sustainable practices into all our operations whilst delivering operational excellence.
“Establishing the foundations for sustainable practice now, including conducting thorough analysis initiatives, is imperative to aligning the company growth trajectory with our ESG objectives.”