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Former Mining PS Mkandawire appointed to Board of Globe Metals
August 27, 2025 / Marcel Chimwala
Mkandawire is widely recognised for his strategic leadership
ASX-listed Globe Metals & Mining has announced the appointment of Dr. Joseph C.N. Mkandawire as a Non-Executive Director of its wholly owned subsidiary, Globe Metals & Mining Africa Limited, based in Lilongwe, Malawi; which is pursing the Kanyika Niobium Mining Project in Mzimba.
Dr. Mkandawire retired in June 2025 after over 35 years of exemplary public service within the Government of Malawi.
His career culminated in his appointment as Principal Secretary (PS) in the Ministry of Mining, where he was entrusted with establishing and leading the ministry.
Under his stewardship, the Ministry was successfully structured and implemented key reforms to align Malawi’s mining sector with national development goals as outlined in Malawi Vision 2063.
Dr Mkandawire has extensive experience in senior roles in Malawi Government across key ministries, including Trade and Industry, Homeland Security, Education, Natural Resources, and the Office of the Vice President.
MD for Globe Metals and Mining Africa Lisungu Chirwa says in a statement that Dr. Mkandawire is widely recognised for his strategic leadership, institutional reform capabilities, and ability to build consensus across sectors.
Chirwa comments: “I am delighted with the appointment of Dr. Mkandawire to the Board of Globe Metals & Mining Africa. His wealth of experience across various ministries within the Government of Malawi makes him an invaluable asset to our company.”
“His profound understanding of public sector operations and strategic leadership will undoubtedly enhance our organisation and contribute to the successful development of our project.”
Charles Altshuler, Interim CEO & CFO of Globe Metals & Mining, says Dr. Mkandawire’s appointment underscores the Company’s long-term commitment to establishing Globe as a trusted development partner in Malawi.
Altshuler says: “His leadership and insights are instrumental as we advance the Kanyika Niobium Project into development. With his guidance, we are better positioned to align with national development goals and unlock the project’s full potential for Malawi and its people and for our shareholders.”
He says the Board warmly welcomes Dr. Mkandawire and looks forward to his contribution as the Company enters a critical phase of engagement and execution at Kanyika.
Dr. Mkandawire’s appointment completes the Board’s strategic capabilities, particularly in government relations and policy alignment, ensuring the Board is fully equipped to guide the Kanyika Project through its development phase.
Globe Metals is preparing to start mine construction at Kanyika where it is targeting niobium and tantalum mineralization.
The company completed feasibility studies and signed a Mine Development Agreement with the Malawi Government and a Community Development Agreement with the local community.
Globe identified niobium and tantalum mineralisation in 2007 at Kanyika and has been undertaking exploration and resource development activities since.
Drilling programs totalling 33.8 kilometres of percussion and core drilling have confirmed the extent of mineralisation.
In addition, Globe has undertaken substantial metallurgical optimisation work and commissioned a pilot plant to demonstrate and further optimise metallurgical processes. Metallurgical optimisations studies have improved recoveries from 62% in 2012 to 75% today, through simple novel patented metallurgical processes.
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