Alpha Drills 12 m Grading 2.09 g/t Gold within 31 m Grading 1.12 g/t Gold at New Aburna Corridor Obok Prospect

Original announcement by newsfile on

Company
Alpha Exploration Ltd.
Ticker
ALEX
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
Eritrea
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-09-21 09:49:13 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Alpha Exploration has announced initial drill results from its ongoing exploration program at the Aburna Gold Project in Eritrea, highlighting significant gold intercepts from new targets. Hole ABD029 at the Obok Prospect returned 12 meters grading 2.09 g/t gold within a broader 31-meter interval at 1.12 g/t gold. The program successfully identified multiple gold intercepts at the EER and SW targets, demonstrating potential to expand the Hill 52 prospect's mineralization and advancing Obok to key prospect status.

Reasoning: Alpha Exploration has reported strong initial drill results from new gold targets within the Aburna corridor, with several high-grade intercepts, notably in the Obok prospect. The results confirm the potential for new discoveries and expansion of existing mineralization, supported by robust QA/QC procedures and true width estimates, indicating high novelty and materiality for this early-stage exploration program.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercepts, particularly in hole ABD029, which includes 12m at 2.09 g/t Au within a broader 31m interval at 1.12 g/t Au, indicating significant mineralization.
  • Successful early-stage exploration drilling at new targets (Obok, EER, SW, Colonial) within the Aburna corridor, demonstrating potential for new discoveries and expansion of existing mineralization.
  • The results advance the Obok target to key prospect status, suggesting a new area of focus for the company.
  • Comprehensive QA/QC disclosure, including the use of an independent accredited laboratory and certified reference materials, enhances the credibility of the results.
  • True width estimates are provided, indicating that the reported downhole intercepts are representative of the actual mineralization thickness.

Negative factors

  • The true width is given as a range (70-90%) rather than a precise figure for each intercept, introducing some uncertainty.
  • Some intercepts are narrow or of lower grade, which is typical for early-stage exploration but may not be immediately economic.

Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.

Facts used in scoring: 32

Classification and evidence

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: Hole ABD029 returned 12.0m grading 2.09 g/t gold, which is an exceptional grade for an exploration project.

Evidence · table

“2.09”

Context: 12.00

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: The document states that 'estimated true widths range between 70% and 90% of the drilled intersections'.

Evidence · text

“Based upon current data and interpretation it is estimated true widths range between 70% and 90% of the drilled intersections.”

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The drilling program is testing extensions to the Obok prospect and expanding the Hill 52 prospect mineralization to the north and along trend to the southwest.

Evidence · text

“Our Alpha field team is testing extensions to the Obok prospect with shallow RAB drilling in areas of transported soil cover to the southwest and northeast of the robust gold-in-soil anomaly originally targeted.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: The release includes a dedicated 'QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL' section detailing the use of an independent accredited laboratory, certified reference materials, blanks, and duplicate samples.

Evidence · text

“QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL The results reported here for the Reverse Circulation ("RC") and Diamond Core ("DC") drilling were analysed by Intertek Minerals Ltd., an independent and accredited laboratory located in Tarkwa, Ghana.”

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: The document states the nominal cut-off grades (0.20 g/t Au and 0.40 g/t Au) and maximum internal dilution (3m and 11m) used for determining the reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“A nominal cut-off grade of 0.20 g/t Au has been used to determine the boundaries of these intersections with no more than 3 metres of internal dilution of the intercepts. *A nominal cut-off grade of 0.40 g/t Au has been used to determine the boundaries of this intersection with no more than 11 metres of internal dilution of the intercept.”

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: The document references 'Previously reported ABR159 results referenced in news release... November 14, 2024', indicating these are not new assays.

Evidence · text

“Previously reported ABR159 results referenced in news release: Alpha Exploration Announces New Drill Results from The Aburna Gold District Including 29 Meters Averaging 2.89 g/t Gold at Hill 52 Prospect, and 8 Meters Averaging 3.77 g/t Gold at The Northeast Prospect, November 14, 2024.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 32. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (32)

ABD029Aburna · goldGrade: 2.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABD029
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
2.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
23 m
To
25 m
Hole Depth
176.5 m
Intercept Depth
23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABD029:23-25

Location

Location
OBOK Prospect
Easting
342800
Northing
1651216
Elevation
933 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept represents a good grade for early-stage exploration and is shallow, contributing positively to the prospect's potential.

Positive factors

  • Good grade for early-stage exploration.
  • Intercept is shallow, indicating potential for open-pit mining.

Evidence · table

“2.20”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABD029Aburna · goldGrade: 1.12Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABD029
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.12
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
31 m
From
75 m
To
106 m
Hole Depth
176.5 m
Intercept Depth
23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABD029:75-106

Location

Location
OBOK Prospect
Easting
342800
Northing
1651216
Elevation
933 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.4
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
11 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This long and well-graded intercept is a strong positive for the Obok prospect, indicating significant gold mineralization at shallow depths, which is highly material for early-stage exploration.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length (31m) at a good grade (1.12 g/t Au) for an exploration target.
  • The intercept is shallow, indicating potential for open-pit mining.
  • This broad zone contains higher-grade sub-intervals, enhancing its overall value.

Evidence · table

“1.12”

Context: 31.00*

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABD029Aburna · goldGrade: 1.72Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABD029
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.72
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16 m
From
90 m
To
106 m
Hole Depth
176.5 m
Intercept Depth
23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABD029:90-106

Location

Location
OBOK Prospect
Easting
342800
Northing
1651216
Elevation
933 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.4
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
11 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval significantly enhances the overall prospectivity of the broader intercept in ABD029, demonstrating concentrated mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone, indicating strong mineralization.
  • Good length for a higher-grade zone.

Evidence · table

“1.72”

Context: 16.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABD029Aburna · goldGrade: 2.09Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABD029
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
2.09
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
12 m
From
90 m
To
102 m
Hole Depth
176.5 m
Intercept Depth
23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABD029:90-102

Location

Location
OBOK Prospect
Easting
342800
Northing
1651216
Elevation
933 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.4
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
11 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade intercept is highly material and novel, confirming strong gold mineralization within the Obok prospect and significantly upgrading its potential.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza-grade intercept (2.09 g/t Au) over a significant width (12m) for an exploration project.
  • This is the highest-grade sub-interval within the broader zone, indicating a very prospective core.

Evidence · table

“2.09”

Context: 12.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR202Aburna · goldGrade: 0.47Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR202
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.47
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
26 m
To
27 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
26 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR202:26-27

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341048
Northing
1651500
Elevation
936 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A narrow, lower-grade intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the EER target.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width and lower grade make this intercept less material on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.47”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR202Aburna · goldGrade: 0.53Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR202
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.53
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
50 m
To
51 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
26 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR202:50-51

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341048
Northing
1651500
Elevation
936 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A narrow, lower-grade intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the EER target.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width and lower grade make this intercept less material on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.53”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR202Aburna · goldGrade: 2.81Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR202
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
2.81
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6 m
From
67 m
To
73 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
26 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR202:67-73

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341048
Northing
1651500
Elevation
936 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept is a strong positive, indicating significant gold mineralization at the EER target and supporting the potential to expand known resources.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade (2.81 g/t Au) over a moderate width (6m) at a new exploration target.
  • Contributes to the potential expansion of the Hill 52 prospect mineralization.

Evidence · table

“2.81”

Context: 6.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR204Aburna · goldGrade: 0.32Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR204
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.32
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
20 m
To
27 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR204:20-27

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341163
Northing
1651555
Elevation
954 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A lower-grade intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the EER target.

Negative factors

  • Lower grade for the width, suggesting less economic potential on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.32”

Context: 7.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR204Aburna · goldGrade: 0.67Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR204
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.67
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
22 m
To
24 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR204:22-24

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341163
Northing
1651555
Elevation
954 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A narrow, moderate-grade sub-interval that improves the overall prospectivity of the broader intercept in ABR204.

Positive factors

  • Higher-grade sub-interval within a broader zone, indicating some concentration of mineralization.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR204Aburna · goldGrade: 3.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR204
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
3.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
109 m
To
111 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR204:109-111

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341163
Northing
1651555
Elevation
954 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade intercept, despite its narrow width, is a positive indicator of strong gold mineralization at the EER target.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade (3.9 g/t Au) over a narrow but significant width (2m) at a new exploration target.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“3.90”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR205Aburna · goldGrade: 5.86Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR205
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
5.86
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
103 m
To
104 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
103 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR205:103-104

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341188
Northing
1651638
Elevation
938 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very high-grade intercept, despite its narrowness, is a strong positive signal for the EER target, suggesting the presence of bonanza-grade gold.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional grade (5.86 g/t Au) for an exploration target, indicating high-grade mineralization.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“5.86”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR207Aburna · goldGrade: 0.38Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR207
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.38
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
19 m
To
26 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
19 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR207:19-26

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341265
Northing
1651558
Elevation
932 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A lower-grade intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the EER target.

Negative factors

  • Lower grade for the width, suggesting less economic potential on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.38”

Context: 7.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR207Aburna · goldGrade: 0.31Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR207
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.31
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7 m
From
40 m
To
47 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
19 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR207:40-47

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341265
Northing
1651558
Elevation
932 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A lower-grade intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the EER target.

Negative factors

  • Lower grade for the width, suggesting less economic potential on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.31”

Context: 7.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR207Aburna · goldGrade: 0.67Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR207
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.67
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3 m
From
75 m
To
78 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
19 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR207:75-78

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341265
Northing
1651558
Elevation
932 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A narrow, moderate-grade intercept, still contributing to the overall understanding of gold presence at the EER target.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the EER target.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 3.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR208Aburna · goldGrade: 0.79Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 13 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR208
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.79
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
13 m
From
45 m
To
58 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
45 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR208:45-58

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341232
Northing
1651538
Elevation
943 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This moderate-grade, good-width intercept is a positive indicator for the EER target, suggesting a significant zone of gold mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept length (13m) at a moderate grade (0.79 g/t Au) at a new exploration target.
  • Contains higher-grade sub-intervals, enhancing its overall value.

Evidence · table

“0.79”

Context: 13.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR208Aburna · goldGrade: 1.18Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR208
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.18
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6 m
From
45 m
To
51 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
45 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR208:45-51

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341232
Northing
1651538
Elevation
943 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval significantly enhances the overall prospectivity of the broader intercept in ABR208, demonstrating concentrated mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Higher-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone, indicating strong mineralization.

Evidence · table

“1.18”

Context: 6.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR208Aburna · goldGrade: 1.45Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR208
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
56 m
To
58 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
45 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR208:56-58

Location

Location
EER Target
Easting
341232
Northing
1651538
Elevation
943 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval further enhances the overall prospectivity of the broader intercept in ABR208, demonstrating concentrated mineralization.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone, indicating strong mineralization.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“1.45”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR196Aburna · goldGrade: 0.78Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR196
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.78
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
84 m
To
86 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
84 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR196:84-86

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340561
Northing
1651250
Elevation
941 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A narrow, moderate-grade intercept, still contributing to the overall understanding of gold presence at the SW target.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“0.78”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR197Aburna · goldGrade: 0.53Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR197
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.53
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6 m
From
85 m
To
91 m
Hole Depth
132 m
Intercept Depth
85 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR197:85-91

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340725
Northing
1651257
Elevation
944 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A lower-grade intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Lower grade for the width, suggesting less economic potential on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.53”

Context: 6.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR198Aburna · goldGrade: 0.92Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR198
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.92
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4 m
From
92 m
To
96 m
Hole Depth
144 m
Intercept Depth
92 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR198:92-96

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340637
Northing
1651178
Elevation
951 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate-grade intercept that confirms gold presence at the SW target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a reasonable width for an exploration target.

Evidence · table

“0.92”

Context: 4.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR199Aburna · goldGrade: 0.24Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR199
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
34 m
To
36 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR199:34-36

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340717
Northing
1651099
Elevation
974 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very low-grade, narrow intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Very low grade and narrow width, suggesting limited economic potential on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR199Aburna · goldGrade: 0.28Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR199
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.28
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3 m
From
44 m
To
47 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR199:44-47

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340717
Northing
1651099
Elevation
974 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very low-grade, narrow intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Very low grade and narrow width, suggesting limited economic potential on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.28”

Context: 3.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR199Aburna · goldGrade: 0.37Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR199
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.37
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
53 m
To
54 m
Hole Depth
120 m
Intercept Depth
34 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR199:53-54

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340717
Northing
1651099
Elevation
974 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very low-grade, narrow intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Very low grade and narrow width, suggesting limited economic potential on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.37”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR200Aburna · goldGrade: 1.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR200
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3 m
From
50 m
To
53 m
Hole Depth
136 m
Intercept Depth
50 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR200:50-53

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340800
Northing
1651175
Elevation
979 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate-grade, narrow intercept that confirms gold presence at the SW target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a narrow width, confirming gold presence at the SW target.

Evidence · table

“1.10”

Context: 3.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR200Aburna · goldGrade: 1.81Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR200
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.81
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
68 m
To
70 m
Hole Depth
136 m
Intercept Depth
50 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR200:68-70

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340800
Northing
1651175
Elevation
979 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good-grade, narrow intercept that confirms gold presence at the SW target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Good grade over a narrow width, confirming gold presence at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“1.81”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR200Aburna · goldGrade: 1.45Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR200
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
87 m
To
88 m
Hole Depth
136 m
Intercept Depth
50 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR200:87-88

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340800
Northing
1651175
Elevation
979 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good-grade, very narrow intercept that confirms gold presence at the SW target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Good grade over a very narrow width, confirming gold presence at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“1.45”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR200Aburna · goldGrade: 0.45Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR200
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
94 m
To
95 m
Hole Depth
136 m
Intercept Depth
50 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR200:94-95

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340800
Northing
1651175
Elevation
979 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A very low-grade, narrow intercept, but still confirms gold presence at a new exploration target.

Positive factors

  • Indicates presence of gold mineralization at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Very low grade and narrow width, suggesting limited economic potential on its own.

Evidence · table

“0.45”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR200Aburna · goldGrade: 1.15Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR200
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.15
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
From
98 m
To
99 m
Hole Depth
136 m
Intercept Depth
50 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABR200:98-99

Location

Location
SW Target
Easting
340800
Northing
1651175
Elevation
979 m
Azimuth
315 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate-grade, very narrow intercept that confirms gold presence at the SW target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a very narrow width, confirming gold presence at the SW target.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“1.15”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABD027Aburna · goldGrade: 0.87Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABD027
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.87
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5 m
From
16 m
To
21 m
Hole Depth
122.5 m
Intercept Depth
16 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABD027:16-21

Location

Location
Colonial Target
Easting
340035
Northing
1649694
Elevation
992 m
Azimuth
350 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate-grade, shallow intercept that confirms gold presence at the Colonial target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a reasonable width at a new exploration target.
  • Intercept is shallow, indicating potential for open-pit mining.

Evidence · table

“0.87”

Context: 5.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABD027Aburna · goldGrade: 1.87Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABD027
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
1.87
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
17 m
To
19 m
Hole Depth
122.5 m
Intercept Depth
16 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
ABD027:17-19

Location

Location
Colonial Target
Easting
340035
Northing
1649694
Elevation
992 m
Azimuth
350 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A good-grade, narrow intercept that confirms gold presence at the Colonial target, contributing to the overall understanding of the area.

Positive factors

  • Good grade over a narrow width, confirming gold presence at the Colonial target.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width limits its individual materiality.

Evidence · table

“1.87”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR159Aburna · goldGrade: 0.47Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR159
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.47
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill

Location

Location
Obok Prospect
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-11-14T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a historical intercept that confirms gold mineralization, but it offers low novelty as it was previously announced.

Positive factors

  • Confirms historical gold mineralization in the Obok prospect.

Negative factors

  • Low novelty as it is a previously reported result.

Evidence · text

“14 m grading 0.47 g/t gold”

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

ABR159Aburna · goldGrade: 0.53Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
ABR159
Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
0.53
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
8 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill

Location

Location
Obok Prospect
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
Intertek Minerals Ltd.
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
3 m

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2024-11-14T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-09-21T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a historical intercept that confirms gold mineralization, but it offers low novelty as it was previously announced.

Positive factors

  • Confirms historical gold mineralization in the Obok prospect.

Negative factors

  • Low novelty as it is a previously reported result.

Evidence · text

“8 m grading 0.53 g/t gold”

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Alpha expects to release further batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laborat"

How Atlas produces this analysis

Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.