Orano seeks 15,000 square kilometers of uranium exploration licenses in Botswana's Gantsi District
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Orano, the world's second-largest uranium producer, is pursuing 15,000 square kilometers of prospecting licenses in Botswana's Gantsi District. The company, 90% owned by the French government, has registered a local subsidiary to expedite development. Gw茅na毛l Thomas, Orano's press office manager, confirmed that applications for 15 exploration permits are currently under review by the Department of Mines of the Ministry of Minerals and Energy of Botswana. Exploration activities are slated to commence once the necessary administrative authorizations are granted.
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