Fortuna Announces Retirement of Director

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwired - July 27, 2016) - Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. (NYSE:FSM)(TSX:FVI) Mr. Simon Ridgway, Chairman of the Board, announces that Mr. Michael Iverson has retired from the Board of Directors. Mr. Iverson joined the board of the predecessor company of Fortuna back in 1998.

Jorge A. Ganoza, President, CEO and Director of Fortuna, commented, "On behalf of Management and Board members of the company, I would like to express our thanks and appreciation to Mike for his commitment and contributions throughout the years and wish him much success in his future endeavours."

Fortuna Silver Mines Inc.

Fortuna is a growth oriented, silver and base metal producer focused on mining opportunities in Latin America. Our primary assets are the Caylloma silver mine in southern Peru and the San Jose silver-gold mine in Mexico. The company is selectively pursuing acquisition opportunities throughout the Americas and in select other areas. For more information, please visit our website at www.fortunasilver.com.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD

Jorge A. Ganoza, President, CEO and Director

Fortuna Silver Mines Inc.

Trading symbols: (NYSE:FSM)(TSX:FVI)

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