BlackRock, Inc. increased its total voting rights in Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc to 6.14% on July 6, 2026, crossing a notification threshold as defined by the AIM Rules for Companies. The change was reported to the company on July 7, 2026. The updated position reflects an increase from the previous notification, which reported a total position of 6.12%.

The resulting situation includes 5.20% of voting rights attached to shares, representing 1,006,040 shares. Additionally, BlackRock holds 0.94% of voting rights through financial instruments, bringing the total number of voting rights held to 1,188,812.

Breakdown of Holdings

The financial instruments consist of 115,815 voting rights through securities lending and 66,957 through contracts for difference (CFDs). BlackRock, Inc., based in Wilmington, DE, USA, provided the notification through its Regulatory Threshold Reporting Team. The filing was completed on July 7, 2026, in London.

Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc announced the publication of its 2025 ESG Report on June 15, 2026, outlining the continued advancement of its sustainability framework. The report highlights the company's focus on strengthening foundations for long-term performance by embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into risk management, capital allocation, and strategic decision-making. The full report is available on the company's website.

Strategic Focus and Governance

In 2025, Caledonia prioritized disciplined governance, effective risk management, and clear accountability to sustain value for all stakeholders. The company stated that as its business evolves, these elements remain essential. The report details how ESG considerations are being integrated more deeply into operational and strategic processes.

Safety and Stakeholder Ownership

Safety remains the company's most fundamental priority. The report acknowledges the loss of a colleague during the year, reinforcing a commitment to eliminate risk through stronger controls and improved oversight. Additionally, Caledonia highlighted its stakeholder ownership model, which provides employees and the local community with direct 10% ownership interests in Blanket Mine through Employee and Community Trusts. Dividends paid in respect of 2025 performance delivered a meaningful cash return to each beneficiary.

Future Outlook

As Caledonia transitions into a multi-asset gold producer, its ESG framework will remain central to delivering growth responsibly. The company aims to maintain a disciplined, transparent, and practical approach to protect its licence to operate while delivering long-term value for stakeholders.