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ABRIDGED UNAUDITED RESULTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2013 TURNOVER $6,814,259 TURNOVER UP BY 25% OPERA TING LOSS $40 1, 5 04 STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME COMMENTARY - Financial year ended 30 September 2013  Overview The operating environment was characterized by a liquidity crisis that curtailed consumer spending and resulted in shortages of cash and high costs of borrowing. As a result anticipated critical funding could not be obtained on time resulting in subdued throughput and profitability. The business still requires refinancing to refurbish plant, acquire critical mobile equipment and provide sufficient working capital. Financial Results Turnover increased by 25% to $6.8 million compared to the prior year driven mainly by a 27% increase in volumes sold. Average revenue per 1000 bricks fell by 2% as there was pressure on prices due to cash shortages in the market. Improved volumes and cost reduction measures implemented during the year resulted in a reduction in the operating loss to $0,4m (2012: $1 million), after c harging $525,968 to deprecia- tion of property, plant and equipment. Although performance was better than the prior year, the company is in need of urgent recapitalization in order to further reduce unit production costs and improve profitability. Production Green and burnt production volumes increased by 17% and 31% respectively over the prior year. Down time of over 44 per cent was recorded for the year under review, with most of it caused by mobile equipment shortages. The bulk of funds from the current fund raising initiatives will be utilized towards reducing this down time. Several cost cutting measures undertaken across the production cycle resulted in reduced unit costs of production and improved margins. Costs of production still remain high relative to the region. Increasing production through put and cost reduction remain the key tasks of management. Sales and Marketing Sales volumes increased by 27% over the prior year. Brick availability improved significantly following an increase in fired production. Despite the cash squeeze which limited growth in revenues, enquiries continued to be received for a variety of bricks. There a re several construction projects that will be targeted in the ensuing year which should result in further growth in volumes beyond the critical mass. Margins should further improve as volumes increase. Human Resources The industrial relations climate remained stable during the year under review, despite the harsh economic environment. A review of staffing levels across the value chain bench marking against best practice is under way. This will result in improved productivity and a reduction in unit staff costs. The position of Chief Executive Officer will be filled during the second quarter of the financial year. Security  Although the security situation has significantly improved, management remains vigilant against threats of resurgence in theft cases, as a result of the harsh economic environment. Security cooperation through the area security cluster will be critical in reducing security risk. Outlook Current negotiations to refinance the Company, which are now at an advanced stage, will provide timely funding to maximize production during the peak production months of the year. This should provide stock to meet existing and new orders for various construction projects planned for the next financial year. In this regard, we are confident of further positive growth in revenues and improved profitability from increased throughput and reduced unit costs in the next financial year. Going Concern The Board believes that the Company will continue to operate as a going concern at least for the coming financial year and as a result financial statements for the period under review have been prepared using the going concern concept. The Board’s view is based on the successful conclusion of negotiations with a potential financier, continued support from current financiers and suppliers and other initiatives that the Board is undertaking to improve the Company’s performance. Dividend No dividend will be paid with respect to the year ended 30 September 2013 due to accumulated losses.  Appreciation On behalf of my fellow Directors and Shareholders, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to our customers, suppliers and all stakeholders for their valued support. I would also want to thank management and staff for working tirelessly to improve the fortunes of the Company under difficult circumstances. Best wishes for the new year. Mount Hampden A C Jongwe 21 January 2014 Chairman Turnover Operating loss Realised loss on investments Net interest expense Loss before taxat ion Taxation Loss for the year Other comprehensive income Revaluation of property, plant & equipment Income tax relating to other comprehensive income Total comprehensive income for the year Loss per share - cents Diluted loss per share - cents YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2013 US$ UNAUDITED 6,814,259 (401,504) (3) (470,483)  (871,990) 101,369  (770,621) 11,156,788 (2,874,817)  7,511,350 (0.04)  (0.04)  YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2012 US$ AUDITED  5,457,961 (1,036,293) - (300,058)  (1,336,351) 301,679  (1,034,672) 15,000 (3,863) (1,023,535)  (0.06)  (0.06) STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY Shareholders' equity at beginning of period Revaluation of assets Deferred tax Loss attributable to shareholders Other comprehensive income Shareholders' equity at end of period YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2013 US$ UNAUDITED  6,717,969 11,156,788  (2,874,817)  (770,618)  (3) 14,229,319 YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2012 US$ AUDITED  7,741,504 15,000 (3,863) (1,034,672)  - 6,717,969 SUPPLIMENTAR Y INFORMATION 1. Commitments for capital expenditure  Authorised by directors but not contracted for The capital expenditure is to be financed out of the Company's own resources and existing borrowing facilities 2. Net interest bearing debts Borrowings  3. Accounting convention The financial results are based on the statutory records that are maintained under the historical cost convention and have, in all material respects, been prepared applying applicable accounting policies that are consistent with the prior year, adjusted for necessary changes/ amendments effective for the current period. 4. Basis of preparation  The annual accounts are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board(IASB) and interpretations issued by the International Financial Re porting Interpretations Committee(IFRIC) of the IASB. YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2013 US$ UNAUDITED  1,240,324 2,824,869 YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2012 US$ AUDITED  1,080,100 2,849,836 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION  Assets Non current assets Property, plant and equipment Current assets Inventories Trade and other receivables Taxation Investments Cash and cash equivalents Total assets Equity and liabilities Equity Share capital Capital reserve  Accumulated loss Non current liabilities Deferred taxation Medium to long term borrowings Current liabilities Short term borrowings Trade and other payables Provisions Total equity and liabilities YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2013 US$ UNAUDITED 24,551,821 1,601,791 1,231,000 285,875 2,837 - 82,079 26,153,612 14,229,319 88,900 18,663,432 (4,523,013) 6,142,990 5,272,436 870,554 5,781,303 1,954,315 3,548,231 278,757 26,153,612 YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2012 US$ AUDITED  13,170,422 1,401,876 1,144,267 241,299 2,837 3 13,470 14,572,298 6,717,969 88,900 10,381,461 (3,752,392) 2,727,784 2,501,605 226,179 5,126,545 2,623,657 2,256,095 246,793 14,572,298 STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS Operating loss  Adjustments for non-cash items:  Depreciation Loss/(Profit) on sale of property, plant and equipment Impairment loss on assets Other non cash items Cash flow before changes in working capital  Working capital changes (Increase)/decrease in inventories (Increase) /decrease in accounts receivable Increase in accounts payable Cash generated/(utilised) from operating activities Interest paid Interest received Net cash generated/(utilised) from operating activities Purchase of plant and equipment Proceeds on sale of plant and equipment Cash outflow from investing activities Proceeds from medium to long term borrowings Overdraft conversion to loan Loan repayment Cashflow from financing activities Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year Cash and bank Short term borrowings YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2013 US$ UNAUDITED (401,504) 525,968 390 - 3,718 128,572 (86,733)  (44,576)  1,291,513 1,288,776 (470,553)  70 818,293 (664,998)  3,717 (661,281)  - 1,200,000 (453,094) 746,906 903,918 (2,245,027)  13,470 (2,258,497) YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2012 US$ AUDITED  (1,036,293) 436,821 (1,000)  65,142 9,886 (525,444)  (334,501)  (44,605)  219,723 (684,827)  (276,109)  151 (960,785) (23,586)  5,000 (18,586)  235,296 - (158,664) 76,632 (902,739)  (1,342,288)  18,541 (1,360,829)    J    E    R    I    C    H    O     0    4    1    0    4    2

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ABRIDGED UNAUDITED RESULTSFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2013

TURNOVER $6,814,259

TURNOVER UP BY 25% OPERATING LOSS $401,504

STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

COMMENTARY - Financial year ended 30 September 2013

 

OverviewThe operating environment was characterized by a liquidity crisis that curtailed consumer spending andresulted in shortages of cash and high costs of borrowing. As a result anticipated critical funding could notbe obtained on time resulting in subdued throughput and profitability. The business still requires refinancingto refurbish plant, acquire critical mobile equipment and provide sufficient working capital.

Financial ResultsTurnover increased by 25% to $6.8 million compared to the prior year driven mainly by a 27% increase involumes sold. Average revenue per 1000 bricks fell by 2% as there was pressure on prices due to cashshortages in the market. Improved volumes and cost reduction measures implemented during the yearresulted in a reduction in the operating loss to $0,4m (2012: $1 million), after c harging $525,968 to deprecia-tion of property, plant and equipment. Although performance was better than the prior year, the companyis in need of urgent recapitalization in order to further reduce unit production costs and improve profitability.

ProductionGreen and burnt production volumes increased by 17% and 31% respectively over the prior year. Downtime of over 44 per cent was recorded for the year under review, with most of it caused by mobile equipmentshortages. The bulk of funds from the current fund raising initiatives will be utilized towards reducing thisdown time. Several cost cutting measures undertaken across the production cycle resulted in reduced unitcosts of production and improved margins. Costs of production still remain high relative to the region.Increasing production through put and cost reduction remain the key tasks of management.

Sales and MarketingSales volumes increased by 27% over the prior year. Brick availability improved significantly following anincrease in fired production. Despite the cash squeeze which limited growth in revenues, enquiriescontinued to be received for a variety of bricks. There a re several construction projects that will be targetedin the ensuing year which should result in further growth in volumes beyond the critical mass. Marginsshould further improve as volumes increase.

Human ResourcesThe industrial relations climate remained stable during the year under review, despite the harsh economicenvironment. A review of staffing levels across the value chain bench marking against best practice is underway. This will result in improved productivity and a reduction in unit staff costs. The position of ChiefExecutive Officer will be filled during the second quarter of the financial year.

Security  Although the security situation has significantly improved, management remains vigilant against threats ofresurgence in theft cases, as a result of the harsh economic environment. Security cooperation through thearea security cluster will be critical in reducing security risk.

OutlookCurrent negotiations to refinance the Company, which are now at an advanced stage, will provide timelyfunding to maximize production during the peak production months of the year. This should provide stockto meet existing and new orders for various construction projects planned for the next financial year. In thisregard, we are confident of further positive growth in revenues and improved profitability from increasedthroughput and reduced unit costs in the next financial year.

Going ConcernThe Board believes that the Company will continue to operate as a going concern at least for the comingfinancial year and as a result financial statements for the period under review have been prepared using thegoing concern concept. The Board’s view is based on the successful conclusion of negotiations with apotential financier, continued support from current financiers and suppliers and other initiatives that theBoard is undertaking to improve the Company’s performance.

DividendNo dividend will be paid with respect to the year ended 30 September 2013 due to accumulated losses.

 AppreciationOn behalf of my fellow Directors and Shareholders, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to ourcustomers, suppliers and all stakeholders for their valued support. I would also want to thank managementand staff for working tirelessly to improve the fortunes of the Company under difficult circumstances. Bestwishes for the new year.

Mount Hampden A C Jongwe21 January 2014 Chairman

TurnoverOperating lossRealised loss on investmentsNet interest expenseLoss before taxationTaxationLoss for the yearOther comprehensive income

Revaluation of property, plant & equipmentIncome tax relating to other comprehensive incomeTotal comprehensive income for the year

Loss per share - centsDiluted loss per share - cents

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2013

US$

UNAUDITED

6,814,259(401,504)

(3)(470,483) (871,990)

101,369  (770,621)

11,156,788(2,874,817) 7,511,350

(0.04) (0.04)

  YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2012

US$

AUDITED

 5,457,961(1,036,293)

-(300,058)

 (1,336,351)301,679

 (1,034,672)

15,000(3,863)

(1,023,535)

 (0.06) (0.06)

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY 

Shareholders' equity at beginning of period

Revaluation of assets

Deferred tax

Loss attributable to shareholders

Other comprehensive income

Shareholders' equity at end of period

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2013

US$

UNAUDITED

 6,717,969

11,156,788

 (2,874,817)

 (770,618)

 (3)

14,229,319

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2012

US$

AUDITED

  7,741,504

15,000

(3,863)

(1,034,672)

 -

6,717,969

SUPPLIMENTARY INFORMATION

1. Commitments for capital expenditure  Authorised by directors but not contracted for

The capital expenditure is to be financed out ofthe Company's own resources and existingborrowing facilities

2. Net interest bearing debts Borrowings

 

3. Accounting convention The financial results are based on the statutory records that are maintained under the historicalcost convention and have, in all material respects, been prepared applying applicable accountingpolicies that are consistent with the prior year, adjusted for necessary changes/ amendmentseffective for the current period.

4. Basis of preparation The annual accounts are prepared in accordance with International Financial ReportingStandards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board(IASB) and interpretationsissued by the International Financial Re porting Interpretations Committee(IFRIC) of the IASB.

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2013

US$

UNAUDITED

 1,240,324

2,824,869 

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2012

US$

AUDITED

 1,080,100

2,849,836

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

 Assets

Non current assets

Property, plant and equipment

Current assets

InventoriesTrade and other receivablesTaxationInvestmentsCash and cash equivalents

Total assets

Equity and liabilities

Equity 

Share capitalCapital reserve Accumulated loss

Non current liabilities

Deferred taxationMedium to long term borrowings

Current liabilities

Short term borrowingsTrade and other payablesProvisions

Total equity and liabilities

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2013

US$

UNAUDITED

24,551,821

1,601,7911,231,000

285,8752,837

-82,079

26,153,612 

14,229,319

88,90018,663,432(4,523,013)

6,142,990

5,272,436870,554

5,781,303 1,954,3153,548,231

278,757

26,153,612

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2012

US$

AUDITED

 

13,170,422

1,401,8761,144,267

241,2992,837

313,470

14,572,298 

6,717,969 88,900

10,381,461(3,752,392)

2,727,784

2,501,605226,179

5,126,545 2,623,6572,256,095

246,793

14,572,298 

STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

Operating loss

 Adjustments for non-cash items: DepreciationLoss/(Profit) on sale of property, plant and equipmentImpairment loss on assetsOther non cash itemsCash flow before changes in working capital Working capital changes(Increase)/decrease in inventories(Increase) /decrease in accounts receivableIncrease in accounts payable

Cash generated/(utilised) from operating activities 

Interest paidInterest received

Net cash generated/(utilised) from operating activities 

Purchase of plant and equipmentProceeds on sale of plant and equipment

Cash outflow from investing activities 

Proceeds from medium to long term borrowingsOverdraft conversion to loanLoan repaymentCashflow from financing activities 

Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year Cash and bankShort term borrowings

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2013

US$

UNAUDITED

(401,504)

525,968390

-3,718

128,572

(86,733) (44,576)

 1,291,513

1,288,776 

(470,553) 70

818,293

(664,998) 3,717

(661,281)

 -1,200,000(453,094)746,906

903,918 

(2,245,027)

 13,470(2,258,497)

YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER

2012

US$

AUDITED

 (1,036,293)

436,821(1,000)

 65,1429,886

(525,444)

 (334,501) (44,605) 219,723

(684,827)

 (276,109) 151

(960,785)

(23,586) 5,000

(18,586)

 235,296-

(158,664)76,632

(902,739)

 (1,342,288)

 18,541(1,360,829)

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   A. C. Jongwe (Chairman), J.J. Brooke, G.A. Chigora, M.A. Gumbi e, M.P. Karo mbo, C. Makoni, M.G. Revanewako, M. Munginga* (*Executive)D I R E C T O R S

preceding us

since 1957

Ourhas been

Closing cash and cash equivalents at 30 September 2013 Cash and bankShort term borrowings

 (1,341,109)

 82,079(1,423,188)

 (2,245,027)

 13,470(2,258,497)