Kigali, Rwanda – May 21, 2026 – the Rwanda based mining company focused on the responsible production of conflict-free tin, tungsten and tantalum, is pleased to provide an update on the ongoing operational advancements at its Nyakabingo Mine, Africa’s largest tungsten producing mine.
- Commissioning of 5 tph pilot plant to trial an improved wolframite processing system
- Installation of a dedicated Water Treatment Plant to support a modern closed-loop water management system
- Graduation of 28 employees in Rwanda’s first-ever internationally aligned Blasting Certification Program
Peter Geleta, CEO of Trinity Metals, said: “These advancements at the Nyakabingo Mine demonstrate our unwavering commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and developing our workforce. The commissioning of the water treatment plant, the introduction of the 5 tph pilot plant, and the successful implementation of Rwanda’s first internationally aligned ‘Blasting Certification Program’ are significant milestones that reflect our dedication to building a safer, more efficient, and technically advanced mining operation.
“We are not just investing in our business, but also in Rwanda’s mining sector, its people, and its future. We are proud to be aligning local practices with global standards while contributing to the long-term success of the country’s mining industry.”
Commissioning of Nyakabingo 5 tph Pilot Plant
To test and validate a cost-effective processing route for Nyakabingo ore at a semi-industrial scale, Trinity has commissioned a 5 tph pilot plant. The pilot plant addresses inefficiencies in the currently employed panning and sluicing processing methods at Nyakabingo, which are limited to recovery of coarse wolfram only. The pilot plant introduces advanced comminution and concentrator circuits, including jigs and shaking tables, to improve recovery of fine wolframite that may be lost in current processing methods.
Designed as a bridge between small-scale and full-scale production, the plant facilitates real-time testing under operational conditions, reducing technical and financial risk before undertaking a major investment in a large scale mineral processing plant. Studies are currently underway for the design and construction of a 60 ton/hour plant.
Installation of closed-loop Water Treatment Plant
Effective mine water management is a critical component of responsible modern mining operations and forms part of Trinity Metals’ broader commitment to operational excellence at Nyakabingo Mine.
In late 2025, Trinity commenced construction of a dedicated Water Treatment Plant (WTP) at Nyakabingo as part of the mine’s long-term environmental and operational improvement program. The WTP is now being commissioned.
The newly constructed WTP has been designed to support a modern closed-loop water management system, enabling the controlled treatment, recycling, and management of mine-affected water in accordance with applicable environmental standards and global mining industry practices.
Blasting Certification Program candidates graduate
In May 2026 during the celebration of International Labor day, Trinity celebrated the graduation of 28 employees from Rwanda’s first-ever internationally aligned Blasting Certification Program. This training program was designed to enhance technical capability, improve safety standards, and promote operational excellence in underground mining. Over three months of rigorous theoretical training and practical assessments, participants gained expertise in mine safety, blasting techniques, ventilation systems, strata control, and explosives handling.
Emmanuel Muhawenimana, Program graduate.
“The program not only helped me better understand how to work safely and effectively underground but also gave me valuable life skills and confidence for my future career.”
This certification reinforces Trinity Metals’ commitment to building a technically capable and safety-conscious mining workforce. Plans are underway to expand the program, including the establishment of an underground training center to continue advancing local talent and strengthening Rwanda’s mining sector.