KINROSS TO REDEEM CONVERTIBLE NOTES

TORONTO, Ontario – March 6, 2007

– Kinross Gold Corporation (“Kinross”) announced

today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, EastWest Gold Corporation (formerly Bema

Gold Corporation) has given notice to the holders of its U.S. $70 million 3.25%

convertible notes due February 25, 2007 (the “Notes”) that it will redeem the Notes on

April 12, 2007 (the “Redemption Date”) at their principal amount together with

accrued but unpaid interest to the Redemption Date. Pursuant to the terms of the

Notes, holders may convert their Notes into common shares of Kinross plus cash in

accordance with the trust deed creating the Notes, as supplemented, on or before the

close of business on April 2, 2007.

About Kinross Gold Corporation

Kinross, a Canadian-based gold mining company, is the 4th largest primary gold

producer in North America and the 8th largest in the world. With 10 mines in Chile, Brazil,

the United States, Canada and Russia, Kinross employs more than 4,700 people. Kinross

maintains a strong balance sheet and a no gold hedging policy. Kinross is focused on

the strategic objective of maximizing net asset value and cash flow per share through a

four-point plan built on delivering asset performance; best talent, best teams, building

blocks for the future; and driving future value. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto

Stock Exchange (symbol: K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: KGC).

For additional information, e-mail

info@kinross.com

or contact:

Investor Relations Contact:

Tracey Thom

Director, Investor Relations

& Corporate Communications

(416) 365-1362

tracey.thom@kinross.com

Media Contact:

James Toccacelli

Senior Vice President, Communications

(416) 365-7129

james.toccacelli@kinross.com

Cautionary Statements

All statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained or incorporated by reference in

this media release, including any information as to the future financial or operating performance of

Kinross and Bema, constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of certain

securities laws, including the “safe harbour” provisions of the Securities Act (Ontario) and the

United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and are based on expectations,

estimates and projections as of the date of this media release. Forward-looking statements

include, without limitation, statements with respect to the future price of gold and silver, the

estimation of mineral reserves and resources, the realization of mineral reserve and resource

estimates, the timing and amount of estimated future production, costs of production, expected

capital expenditures, costs and timing of the development of new deposits, success of exploration

activities, permitting time lines, currency fluctuations, requirements for additional capital,



government regulation of mining operations, environmental risks, unanticipated reclamation

expenses, title disputes or claims and limitations on insurance coverage. The words “plans,”

“expects,” or “does not expect,” “is expected,” “budget,” “scheduled,” “estimates,” “forecasts,”

“intends,” “anticipates,” or “does not anticipate,” or “believes,” or variations of such words and

phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may,” “could,” “would,” “might,” or

“will be taken,” “occur” or “be achieved” and similar expressions identify forward-looking

statements. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and

assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Kinross and Bema as of the date of such

statements, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties

and contingencies. The estimates and assumptions of each of Kinross and Bema include, but are

not limited to, the various assumptions set forth in their respective most recent annual information

form and management’s discussion and analysis as well as: (1) there being no significant

disruptions affecting operations, whether due to labour disruptions, supply disruptions, damage to

equipment or otherwise during the balance of 2006; (2) development at Paracatu proceeding on a

basis consistent with our current expectations; (3) permitting and development at Buckhorn

proceeding on a basis consistent with Kinross’ current expectations; (4) that the exchange rate

between the Canadian dollar, Brazilian real, Chilean peso and the U.S. dollar will be

approximately consistent with current levels; (5) certain price assumptions for gold and silver; (6)

prices for natural gas, fuel oil, electricity and other key supplies remaining consistent with current

levels; (7) production forecasts meet expectations for the balance of 2006; and (8) the accuracy

of our current mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates. Known and unknown factors could

cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements.

Such factors include, but are not limited to: fluctuations in the currency markets; fluctuations in the

spot and forward price of gold or certain other commodities (such as silver, diesel fuel and

electricity); changes in national and local government legislation, taxation, controls, regulations

and political or economic developments in Canada, the United States, Chile, Brazil, Russia or

other countries in which we do or may carry on business in the future; business opportunities that

may be presented to, or pursued by, us; operating or technical difficulties in connection with

mining or development activities; the speculative nature of gold exploration and development,

including the risks of obtaining necessary licenses and permits; and diminishing quantities or

grades of reserves. In addition, there are risks and hazards associated with the business of gold

exploration, development and mining, including environmental hazards, industrial accidents,

unusual or unexpected formations, pressures, cave-ins, flooding and gold bullion losses (and the

risk of inadequate insurance, or inability to obtain insurance, to cover these risks). Many of these

uncertainties and contingencies can affect Kinross’ and Bema’s actual results and could cause

actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking

statements made by, or on behalf of, Kinross or Bema. There can be no assurance that forward-

looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ

materially from those anticipated in such statements. All of the forward-looking statements made

in this media release are qualified by these cautionary statements. Specific reference is made to

the respective most recent annual information form, annual management’s discussion and

analysis and other filings with the securities regulators of Canada and the United States of each

of Kinross and Bema. In addition, the following factors, among others, related to the proposed

business combination of Kinross and Bema could cause actual results to differ materially from the

forward-looking statements: the businesses of Kinross and Bema may not be integrated

successfully or such integration may be more difficult, time-consuming or costly than expected;

and the expected combination benefit from the Kinross and Bema transaction may not be fully

realized or not realized within the expected time frame. These factors are not intended to

represent a complete list of the factors that could affect Kinross or Bema or the combination of

Kinross and Bema. Each of Kinross and Bema disclaims any intention or obligation to update or

revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or

otherwise, or to explain any material difference between subsequent actual events and such

forward-looking statements, except to the extent required by applicable law.

Redemption of Bema Convertible Notes

Kinross Gold Corporation

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