** Shares of East Africa-focused gold producer Shanta Gold Ltd
SHAN.L up 10.8% at 10.75 pence
** Co reports Q2 gold production of 29,403 ounces, up 92%
from Q1
** Increase in production figures showing immediate clear
benefits of adding Singida gold mine, its second operating mine
in Tanzania, to its asset portfolio, co says
** "Singida is now driving an overall improved liquidity
position, adding financial flexibility to the Group" - CEO Eric
Zurrin
** Co reiterates 2023 Group production guidance of 90,000 -
98,000 oz gold
** Stock has been flat so far this year
(Reporting by Richard Rohan Francis in Bengaluru)
((Richardrohan.francis@thomsonreuters.com))