Trigon Metals Strengthens Leadership Team and Expands Copper Portfolio with High-Potential Kalahari Copperbelt Project in Namibia

Trigon Metals Inc. (TSX-V: TM; OTCQB: PNTZF) (“Trigon Metals” or the “Company”) is pleased to make the following announcements underscoring the Company's commitment to growth and advancement for our shareholders: Rennie Morkel has been appointed President and COO of the Company as Jed Richardson transitions to the role as Executive Chairman; and the acquisition of the Kalahari Copperbelt Project.

Trigon Announces Key Leadership Appointments

Trigon has transitioned from development to producer, with a pipeline that could see mill throughput quadruple and metal production increase nine-fold over the next three years with substantial exploration and development potential on the 35km of strike-length around Kombat, the Morocco properties, and the new Namibian Kalahari Copperbelt project. To best support this evolution, Trigon Metals is proud to introduce three distinguished professionals to its executive team. These appointments are pivotal to the next phase of production at the Kombat Mine and align with the Company's vision of becoming a leading copper producer and explorer in Africa.

Rennie Morkel – President & Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Trigon Metals Inc. welcomes Rennie Morkel, a Namibian Permanent Resident, as the new President and Chief Operating Officer. Rennie, a Chartered Accountant with qualifications from Ernst & Young South Africa, brings 19 years of invaluable experience in the mining sector. His senior positions at major companies, including Endeavour Mining Group, Glencore, China General Nuclear Power Group, Vale, Norilsk Nickel, and African Rainbow Minerals, have given him extensive expertise in uranium, base metals, and precious metals across various project life cycles. Rennie holds an Honors degree in Accounting Science from the University of Pretoria.

Dr. Andreas Rompel – VP Exploration

Trigon Metals Inc. is pleased to welcome Andreas “Andy” Rompel as the new VP Exploration. Andy is a German national with expertise in geology. With over three decades of exploration and production experience, Andy has worked with various commodities, including precious metals, base metals, coking coal, and cobalt. His international experience and proficiency in multiple languages, including German, Afrikaans, and English, make him a valuable addition to the Trigon Metals team.