West Wits has appointed current CEO Rudi Deysel to the board as Managing Director, reinforcing its leadership team as the company advances its flagship Qala Shallows gold project in South Africa’s Witwatersrand Basin.

Deysel has worked with West Wits Mining for over four years, during which he led the transformation of Qala Shallows from a significant gold asset into a detailed mine plan and now into a producing gold operation. His appointment, subject to regulatory approvals including the successful submission of his Australian Director Identification Number, positions him to steer the company through its next phase of growth.

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In support of this transition, West Wits has also appointed Keith Middleton as a non-executive director. Middleton has worked closely with the company in a consulting capacity for more than two years and brings extensive ASX mining experience. His previous roles include Managing Director of American Rare Earths Ltd and directorships across several ASX-listed, mining-focused entities. His appointment adds depth to the Board as West Wits implements its broader development plans.

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At the same time, Hulme Scholes has stepped down from the Board after 14 years of service. Scholes played an instrumental role in guiding the company through the regulatory landscape, from the acquisition of tenement rights to securing a Mining Right and fully permitted project at Qala Shallows. With the project now entering its operational stage, Scholes has chosen to retire. The Board has extended its gratitude for his longstanding contribution.