Lupaka Gold Corp. announced the appointment of Daniel B.J. Kivari, P.Eng., as Director of Operations, and commencement of an investor relations program. He has more than 30 years of international experience in metallurgy, engineering and management of mineral projects throughout various stages of development. Most recently Mr. Kivari held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Stellar Mining Corp., a privately held mining company in Peru with a focus on base metals. Mr. Kivari's previous work experience includes several senior operating roles including Chief Operating Officer for Carpathian Gold Inc, Regional Manager for Agnico Eagle Ltd.'s Western and Nunavut operations where he was responsible for the development of the USD 400-million Meadowbank gold project, and Vice President of Operations with Yamana Gold Inc.