Lake Victoria GOLD Reaches Agreement IN Principle with Government of Tanzania ON Free Carried Interest Framework
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LAKE VICTORIA GOLD REACHES AGREEMENT IN PRINCIPLE WITH GOVERNMENT OF TANZANIA
ON FREE CARRIED INTEREST FRAMEWORK
Vancouver, British Columbia – September 18, 2025 – Lake Victoria Gold Ltd. (TSXV: LVG | OTCQB: LVGLF | FSE: E1K)
(“Lake Victoria Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its Tanzanian subsidiary, Tembo Gold (T) Limited
(“Tembo”), has reached an agreement in principle with the Government of Tanzania on the major issues surrounding
the Government’s statutory free carried interest in the Imwelo Gold Project.
The statutory negotiation meeting was held on September 10, 2025, in Arusha, Tanzania, and attended by Marc
Cernovitch, President & CEO of Lake Victoria Gold, alongside the Government Negotiation Team from the Ministry of
Minerals. The meeting was producti ve and resulted in agreement in principle on the central issues, including the
Government’s free carried interest in mining projects as required by Tanzanian law.
Tanzania’s Mining Participation Framework
Under Tanzania’s Mining Act (Cap. 123) and the Mining (State Participation) Regulations, 2022, the Government is
entitled to a minimum 16% non -dilutable free carried interest in all mining projects. This ensures that the people of
Tanzania participate directly in the ownership of their natural resources.
In addition to equity ownership, the fiscal regime includes:
• A 6% royalty on gold production, plus a 1% export levy;
• A reduced royalty rate of 4% where minerals are refined within Tanzania; and
• A requirement that 20% of production be refined and sold in -country, with the Bank of Tanzania purchasing
that portion at market prices.
These measures are designed to maximize local beneficiation, strengthen national gold reserves, and ensure that
Tanzanians share equitably in the benefits of mining.
Formation of a Joint Venture Company
As part of the process, Lake Victoria Gold and the Government will establish a new joint venture company (“JVCo”) to
hold and operate the Imwelo Mining Licence. The JVCo structure, governed by a Framework Agreement, Shareholders’
Agreement and Memorandum and Articles, provides a transparent and durable foundation for collaboration between
the Company and the Government.
Marc Cernovitch, President & CEO of Lake Victoria Gold, commented: “Reaching agreement in principle with the
Ministry of Minerals marks an important milestone for Lake Victoria Gold and for Tanzania. The Government’s
participation ensures that the Imwelo Project will be developed in alignment with national priorities, including
responsible mining, in- country refining, and long- term value creation for all stakeholders. While final approvals and
details remain to be completed, this first step lays the groundwork for a constructive partnership through the new joint
venture company. We look forward to working alongside the Government of Tanzania to bring Imwelo into production
responsibly and efficiently.”
Simon Benstead, Executive Chairman of Lake Victoria Gold, added: “This agreement in principle is a transformative
development for Lake Victoria Gold. With the recent closing of our financing, the Company is well-positioned to advance
the Imwelo Project toward construction and production. We are excited to move forward i n partnership with the
Government of Tanzania and to deliver on our goal of building a responsible, cash- flowing gold operation in the near
term.”
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With this agreement in principle, Lake Victoria Gold has cleared one of the most significant regulatory hurdles on the
pathway to production. The Company now moves forward with strengthened alignment with the Government of
Tanzania, a financing platform in place, and a clear roadmap toward construction and near- term cash flow from
Imwelo. This milestone sets the stage for long-term value creation for both shareholders and the people of Tanzania.
The agreement in principle remains subject to review and approval at higher levels of the Tanzanian Government, as
well as the finalization of detailed terms in the coming weeks and months. Lake Victoria Gold will disclose the final
agreed terms once a binding agreement has been executed.
About Lake Victoria Gold:
Lake Victoria Gold is a rapidly growing gold exploration and development company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange
under the symbol LVG. Leveraging our unique position and experience, the Company is principally focused on growth
and consolidation in the highly prolific and prospective Lake Victoria Goldfield in Tanzania.
The Company has a 100% interest in the Tembo project which has over 50 thousand meters of drilling and is located
adjacent to Barrick’s Bulyanhulu Mine. The Company also holds a 100% interest in the Imwelo Project which is a fully
permitted gold project we st of AngloGold Ashanti’s Geita Gold Mine. With historical resource estimates and a 2021
pre-feasibility study, the project is fully permitted for mine construction and production, positioning it as a near-term
development opportunity.
LVG has assembled a highly experienced team with a track record of developing, financing, and operating mining
projects in Africa with management, directors and partners owning more than 60% of the shares. Notably, the
Company is grateful for the validatio n that comes with the support and equity investment from Barrick and recent
strategic partnership with Taifa Group.
On Behalf of the Board of Directors of the Company,
Simon Benstead
Executive Chairman & CFO
Phone: +1 604-685-9316
Email: [email protected]
For more information please contact:
Simon Benstead
Executive Chairman & CFO
Phone:+ 1 604-685-9316
Email: [email protected]
Marc Cernovitch
CEO & Director
Phone: +1 604-685-9316
Email: [email protected]
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the payment of finder’s fees and issuance of finder’s securities, the anticipated closing date and the planned use of
proceeds for the Private Placement. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking
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assumptions regarding general business and economic conditions, the timing and receipt of regulatory and
governmental approvals, the ability of the Company and other parties to satisfy stock exchange and other regulatory
requirements in a timely manner, the availability of financing for the Company’s proposed transactions and programs
on reasonable terms, and the ability of third-party service providers to deliver services in a timely manner. Investors are
cautioned that any such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may
differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements, and accordingly undue reliance should not be
put on such statements due to the inherent uncertainty therein. The Company does not assume any obligation to update
or revise its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future or otherwise, except as required
by applicable law.