Major Shareholder Notification from Van Eck Associates Corporation

Van Eck Associates Corporation, through various ETFs and funds, has acquired a significant stake in AngloGold Ashanti plc. As of December 16, 2025, the total voting rights held by Van Eck entities reached 4.01%, amounting to 20,214,785 shares. This acquisition crosses the notification threshold, and the company officially notified AngloGold Ashanti plc on December 17, 2025. The notification details the holdings across several specific funds, including VanEck Gold Miners ETF, VanEck Global Mining UCITS ETF, and others, with individual holdings contributing to the overall 4.01% stake. Van Eck Associates Corporation is not controlled by any single entity and does not control other undertakings holding interests in AngloGold Ashanti.