# Alpha Drills 7 m Grading 7.09 g/t Gold within 19 m Grading 3.18 g/t Gold at Northeast Prospect, Aburna Gold Project Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147 Original source: https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/317626/Alpha-Drills-7-m-Grading-7.09-gt-Gold-within-19-m-Grading-3.18-gt-Gold-at-Northeast-Prospect-Aburna-Gold-Project Publisher: newsfile Original announcement: 2026-10-06T11:30:00.000Z Analysis by Minestarters Atlas Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-06T11:48:07.977Z Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-06T11:48:07.977Z - Company: Alpha Exploration Ltd. - Ticker: ALEX - Exchange: Unavailable - Region: Eritrea - Primary commodity: Gold - Secondary commodities: None reported - Document categories: Drill results - Extracted: 2026-10-06 11:48:08 UTC Narrative sentiment: 0.70 · Bullish ## Minestarters Atlas summary Alpha Exploration Ltd. announced a second batch of drill results from its Aburna Gold Project in Eritrea, highlighting significant gold intercepts at the Northeast prospect, including 7 meters grading 7.09 g/t gold within 19 meters grading 3.18 g/t gold. The exploration drilling successfully expanded the mineralization footprint and identified new shallow zones, with step-out drilling extending into untested areas. Additionally, first-pass drilling at the Far Southwest target returned gold mineralization 1.7 kilometers along trend from the Hill 52 prospect, indicating district-scale potential for the Aburna corridor. Reasoning: The drill results show multiple high-grade and significant width gold intercepts, successfully expanding the known mineralization at the Northeast prospect and extending it to new targets. The transparent QA/QC and compositing disclosures add confidence to the results, indicating strong exploration success and potential for further growth. - Positive factor: High-grade gold intercepts, including 7.09 g/t over 7m and 8.88 g/t over 2m, demonstrate strong mineralization. - Positive factor: Significant widths of mineralization, such as 19m at 3.18 g/t Au and 21m at 0.49 g/t Au, indicate potential for bulk tonnage. - Positive factor: Drilling successfully expanded the gold mineralization footprint at the Northeast prospect and identified new shallow zones. - Positive factor: Step-out drilling extended mineralization into previously untested areas, showing strong potential for additional expansion. - Positive factor: First-pass drilling at the Far Southwest target returned gold mineralization 1.7 km along trend from the Hill 52 prospect, indicating district-scale potential. - Positive factor: Comprehensive QA/QC procedures are disclosed, including independent accredited laboratories, certified reference materials, blanks, and duplicates. - Positive factor: True width estimates \(70-90% of drilled intersections\) and compositing parameters \(cut-off grade, internal dilution\) are transparently disclosed. - Negative factor: No specific deposit type is stated, which can make grade interpretation relative to deposit style less precise. - Negative factor: The IP target drilling did not return significant gold mineralization. Facts used in scoring: 32 ## Classification and evidence **Bonanza Intercept** Polarity: positive Definition: Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm. Why it applies: Drill hole ABD031 intersected 7.00 m grading 7.09 g/t gold, which is well above the exceptional threshold for open-pit gold \(5 g/t\). Evidence · table > 7.00 Context: 7.09 **Bonanza Intercept** Polarity: positive Definition: Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm. Why it applies: Drill hole ABD032 intersected 2.00 m grading 8.88 g/t gold, which is well above the exceptional threshold for open-pit gold \(5 g/t\). Evidence · table > 2.00 Context: 8.88 **Step-Out Extension** Polarity: positive Definition: Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit. Why it applies: The drill holes were designed to expand the footprint of the gold mineralization and represent 'step-outs' from previously interpreted edges. Evidence · text > All the drill holes represent 'step-outs' from the previously interpreted edges of the drilled gold mineralization. **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: The release details QA/QC procedures, including independent accredited laboratories \(Intertek, NABRO\), certified reference materials \(OREAS\), blanks, and duplicate samples. Evidence · text > 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. The RC and DC drilling was managed by Alpha Exploration's field team with the field operations conducted in-line with the standard operating procedures implemented at this project. Alpha uses an independent laboratory in Asmara \(NABRO\) to prepare drill samples for assaying. Representative one-metre samples from the RC drilling and half core samples of the NQ size and quarter core for HQ and PQ size, were crushed \(to >90% passing 2.0 mm\) and pulverised \(to >85% passing 75 micron\). A scoop sample of approximately 60g for laboratory analysis was taken. The coarse and pulp rejects were stored at Alpha's warehouse in Asmara. The Company uses appropriate duplicate samples and inserts certified reference material from OREAS \(www.ore.com.au\) into the sample stream. NABRO sample preparation facility inserts barren granodiorite material into the sample stream as blanks. The 60g sub-samples with inserted QA/QC samples of blanks and certified reference material every 20 th field sample were shipped to Intertek Minerals, Tarkwa, Ghana. The gold results at the laboratory were determined by using a 30g sub-sample for Fire Assay \("FA"\) and Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy \("AAS"\) finish \(Intertek Code: FA30/AA\). **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals. Why it applies: The release states the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20 g/t Au and internal dilution rules \(no more than 6 metres, or 10 metres for some intercepts\) used to determine intersection boundaries. 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 6 metres of internal dilution of the intercepts. \*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 10 metres of internal dilution of the intercept. **True Width Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length. Why it applies: The release estimates 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. **Nearology Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results. Why it applies: The Far Southwest target is positioned as being 1.7 km along trend from the Hill 52 prospect, suggesting potential geological connection. Evidence · text > This mineralized intercept is located some 1.7 km along trend from the edge of the currently interpreted Hill 52 prospect ## Extracted facts Stored fact records: 32. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record. ## Drill Results (32) ### ABD030 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-0) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD030 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.47 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 5 m - From: 76 m - To: 81 m - Hole Depth: 170.5 m - Intercept Depth: 76 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD030:76-81 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342148 - Northing: 1652606 - Elevation: 952 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold mineralization over a narrow width, which is not particularly material on its own but contributes to the overall understanding of the prospect. Evidence · table > 0.47 Context: 5.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD030 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-1) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD030 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.55 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 15 m - From: 110 m - To: 125 m - Hole Depth: 170.5 m - Intercept Depth: 76 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD030:110-125 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342148 - Northing: 1652606 - Elevation: 952 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold mineralization over a moderate width, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's extent. Evidence · table > 0.55 Context: 15.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD030 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-2) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD030 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.99 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 5 m - From: 120 m - To: 125 m - Hole Depth: 170.5 m - Intercept Depth: 76 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD030:120-125 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342148 - Northing: 1652606 - Elevation: 952 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a slightly higher grade within a broader low-grade zone, indicating some internal variability. Evidence · table > 0.99 Context: 5.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD031 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-3) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD031 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 3.18 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 19 m - From: 162 m - To: 181 m - Hole Depth: 221.5 m - Intercept Depth: 162 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD031:162-181 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342236 - Northing: 1652855 - Elevation: 968 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a strong intercept with both good grade and width, indicating significant gold mineralization and supporting the expansion of the prospect. - Positive factor: High-grade gold \(3.18 g/t\) over a significant width \(19m\) indicates strong mineralization. - Positive factor: This intercept contributes to the expansion of the gold mineralization footprint at the Northeast prospect. Evidence · table > 3.18 Context: 19.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD031 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-4) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD031 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 7.09 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 7 m - From: 174 m - To: 181 m - Hole Depth: 221.5 m - Intercept Depth: 162 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD031:174-181 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342236 - Northing: 1652855 - Elevation: 968 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is an exceptional high-grade intercept, demonstrating very strong gold mineralization within the Northeast prospect. - Positive factor: Exceptional high-grade gold \(7.09 g/t\) over a strong width \(7m\) indicates a bonanza intercept. - Positive factor: This sub-interval significantly enhances the overall value of the broader intercept in ABD031. Evidence · table > 7.09 Context: 7.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD031 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-5) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD031 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 3.6 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 4 m - From: 193 m - To: 197 m - Hole Depth: 221.5 m - Intercept Depth: 162 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD031:193-197 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342236 - Northing: 1652855 - Elevation: 968 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good high-grade intercept, further demonstrating the presence of significant gold mineralization in ABD031. - Positive factor: High-grade gold \(3.60 g/t\) over a moderate width \(4m\) indicates strong mineralization. Evidence · table > 3.60 Context: 4.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD032 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-6) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD032 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 8.88 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 2 m - From: 130 m - To: 132 m - Hole Depth: 245.2 m - Intercept Depth: 130 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD032:130-132 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342311 - Northing: 1652849 - Elevation: 981 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is an exceptional high-grade intercept, demonstrating very strong gold mineralization, even if over a narrow interval. - Positive factor: Exceptional high-grade gold \(8.88 g/t\) over a narrow width \(2m\) indicates a bonanza intercept. Evidence · table > 8.88 Context: 2.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD032 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-7) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD032 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.76 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 9 m - From: 207 m - To: 216 m - Hole Depth: 245.2 m - Intercept Depth: 130 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD032:207-216 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342311 - Northing: 1652849 - Elevation: 981 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold mineralization over a moderate width, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's extent. Evidence · table > 0.76 Context: 9.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD033 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-8) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD033 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 1.53 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 12 m - From: 32 m - To: 44 m - Hole Depth: 134.5 m - Intercept Depth: 32 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD033:32-44 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653111 - Elevation: 971 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good intercept, contributing to the understanding of shallow gold mineralization and potential expansion. - Positive factor: Moderate-grade gold \(1.53 g/t\) over a strong width \(12m\) indicates good mineralization. - Positive factor: This intercept is part of new shallow zones of gold mineralization identified in the west of the prospect. Evidence · table > 1.53 Context: 12.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD033 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-9) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD033 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 2.22 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 8 m - From: 33 m - To: 41 m - Hole Depth: 134.5 m - Intercept Depth: 32 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD033:33-41 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653111 - Elevation: 971 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good high-grade sub-interval, further demonstrating strong gold mineralization in the shallow zones of the Northeast prospect. - Positive factor: Strong-grade gold \(2.22 g/t\) over a moderate width \(8m\) indicates good mineralization. - Positive factor: This sub-interval enhances the overall value of the broader shallow intercept in ABD033. Evidence · table > 2.22 Context: 8.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD033 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-10) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD033 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 4.12 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 4 m - From: 33 m - To: 37 m - Hole Depth: 134.5 m - Intercept Depth: 32 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD033:33-37 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653111 - Elevation: 971 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a strong high-grade sub-interval, further demonstrating robust gold mineralization in the shallow zones of the Northeast prospect. - Positive factor: Strong-grade gold \(4.12 g/t\) over a moderate width \(4m\) indicates good mineralization. - Positive factor: This sub-interval further enhances the overall value of the broader shallow intercept in ABD033. Evidence · table > 4.12 Context: 4.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD033 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-11) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD033 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.31 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 8 m - From: 71 m - To: 79 m - Hole Depth: 134.5 m - Intercept Depth: 32 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD033:71-79 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653111 - Elevation: 971 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold mineralization over a moderate width, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's extent. Evidence · table > 0.31 Context: 8.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD033 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-12) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD033 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 2.05 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 3 m - From: 98 m - To: 101 m - Hole Depth: 134.5 m - Intercept Depth: 32 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD033:98-101 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653111 - Elevation: 971 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good high-grade intercept, further demonstrating gold mineralization in ABD033. - Positive factor: Strong-grade gold \(2.05 g/t\) over a narrow width \(3m\) indicates good mineralization. Evidence · table > 2.05 Context: 3.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD033 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-13) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD033 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 1.08 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 2 m - From: 105 m - To: 107 m - Hole Depth: 134.5 m - Intercept Depth: 32 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD033:105-107 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653111 - Elevation: 971 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate-grade gold over a narrow width, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's mineralization. Evidence · table > 1.08 Context: 2.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD034 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-14) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD034 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.98 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 2 m - From: 200 m - To: 202 m - Hole Depth: 305.5 m - Intercept Depth: 200 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD034:200-202 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342385 - Northing: 1653099 - Elevation: 968 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate-grade gold over a narrow width, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's mineralization. Evidence · table > 0.98 Context: 2.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD034 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-15) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD034 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 1.53 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 13 m - From: 247 m - To: 260 m - Hole Depth: 305.5 m - Intercept Depth: 200 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD034:247-260 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342385 - Northing: 1653099 - Elevation: 968 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good intercept, contributing to the understanding of gold mineralization and potential expansion. - Positive factor: Moderate-grade gold \(1.53 g/t\) over a strong width \(13m\) indicates good mineralization. - Positive factor: This intercept contributes to the expansion of the gold mineralization footprint at the Northeast prospect. Evidence · table > 1.53 Context: 13.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD034 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-16) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD034 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 3.01 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 6 m - From: 247 m - To: 253 m - Hole Depth: 305.5 m - Intercept Depth: 200 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD034:247-253 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342385 - Northing: 1653099 - Elevation: 968 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good high-grade sub-interval, further demonstrating strong gold mineralization in ABD034. - Positive factor: Strong-grade gold \(3.01 g/t\) over a moderate width \(6m\) indicates good mineralization. - Positive factor: This sub-interval enhances the overall value of the broader intercept in ABD034. Evidence · table > 3.01 Context: 6.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD034 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-17) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD034 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 2.13 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 2 m - From: 268 m - To: 270 m - Hole Depth: 305.5 m - Intercept Depth: 200 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD034:268-270 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342385 - Northing: 1653099 - Elevation: 968 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good high-grade intercept, further demonstrating gold mineralization in ABD034. - Positive factor: Strong-grade gold \(2.13 g/t\) over a narrow width \(2m\) indicates good mineralization. Evidence · table > 2.13 Context: 2.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD035 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-18) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD035 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.33 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 7 m - From: 156 m - To: 163 m - Hole Depth: 188.5 m - Intercept Depth: 156 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD035:156-163 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342311 - Northing: 1653010 - Elevation: 1001 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold mineralization over a moderate width, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's extent. Evidence · table > 0.33 Context: 7.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD037 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-19) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD037 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.91 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 9 m - From: 225 m - To: 234 m - Hole Depth: 245.5 m - Intercept Depth: 225 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD037:225-234 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342313 - Northing: 1652893 - Elevation: 953 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate-grade gold over a moderate width, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's extent. Evidence · table > 0.91 Context: 9.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD039 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-20) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD039 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.49 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 21 m - From: 193 m - To: 214 m - Hole Depth: 278.5 m - Intercept Depth: 193 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD039:193-214 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342301 - Northing: 1652620 - Elevation: 957 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 10 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold over a significant width, which is positive for bulk tonnage potential, though the grade is modest. - Positive factor: Low-grade gold \(0.49 g/t\) over a continuous width \(21m\) indicates potential for bulk tonnage. Evidence · table > 0.49 Context: 21.00\* #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABD039 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-21) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABD039 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 1.11 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 6 m - From: 193 m - To: 199 m - Hole Depth: 278.5 m - Intercept Depth: 193 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABD039:193-199 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342301 - Northing: 1652620 - Elevation: 957 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -60 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 10 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a higher grade within a broader low-grade zone, enhancing the overall value of the intercept in ABD039. - Positive factor: Moderate-grade gold \(1.11 g/t\) over a moderate width \(6m\) indicates good mineralization. Evidence · table > 1.11 Context: 6.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR192 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-22) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR192 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.56 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 6 m - From: 22 m - To: 28 m - Hole Depth: 103 m - Intercept Depth: 22 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR192:22-28 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342201 - Northing: 1653000 - Elevation: 963 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold mineralization over a moderate width in a new shallow zone, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's extent. - Positive factor: This intercept is part of new shallow zones of gold mineralization identified in the west of the prospect. Evidence · table > 0.56 Context: 6.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR192 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-23) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR192 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.73 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 2 m - From: 26 m - To: 28 m - Hole Depth: 103 m - Intercept Depth: 22 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR192:26-28 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342201 - Northing: 1653000 - Elevation: 963 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This sub-interval shows moderate-grade gold over a narrow width, contributing to the overall understanding of the shallow mineralization. - Positive factor: This sub-interval shows a slightly higher grade within a broader low-grade shallow zone. Evidence · table > 0.73 Context: 2.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR194 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-24) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR194 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.45 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 7 m - From: 3 m - To: 10 m - Hole Depth: 122 m - Intercept Depth: 3 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR194:3-10 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653171 - Elevation: 960 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold mineralization over a moderate width in a new shallow zone, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's extent. - Positive factor: This intercept is part of new shallow zones of gold mineralization identified in the west of the prospect. Evidence · table > 0.45 Context: 7.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR194 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-25) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR194 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.78 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 7 m - From: 23 m - To: 30 m - Hole Depth: 122 m - Intercept Depth: 3 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR194:23-30 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653171 - Elevation: 960 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate-grade gold mineralization over a moderate width in a new shallow zone, contributing to the overall understanding of the prospect's extent. - Positive factor: This intercept is part of new shallow zones of gold mineralization identified in the west of the prospect. Evidence · table > 0.78 Context: 7.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR194 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-26) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR194 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.95 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 4 m - From: 23 m - To: 27 m - Hole Depth: 122 m - Intercept Depth: 3 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR194:23-27 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653171 - Elevation: 960 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This sub-interval shows moderate-grade gold over a narrow width, contributing to the overall understanding of the shallow mineralization. - Positive factor: This sub-interval shows a slightly higher grade within a broader low-grade shallow zone. Evidence · table > 0.95 Context: 4.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR194 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-27) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR194 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.44 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 21 m - From: 41 m - To: 62 m - Hole Depth: 122 m - Intercept Depth: 3 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR194:41-62 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653171 - Elevation: 960 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 10 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold over a significant width in a new shallow zone, which is positive for bulk tonnage potential, though the grade is modest. - Positive factor: Low-grade gold \(0.44 g/t\) over a continuous width \(21m\) indicates potential for bulk tonnage in a new shallow zone. Evidence · table > 0.44 Context: 21.00\* #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR194 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-28) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR194 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.84 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 3 m - From: 47 m - To: 50 m - Hole Depth: 122 m - Intercept Depth: 3 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR194:47-50 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Northeast Prospect - Easting: 342260 - Northing: 1653171 - Elevation: 960 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 10 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This sub-interval shows moderate-grade gold over a narrow width, contributing to the overall understanding of the shallow mineralization. - Positive factor: This sub-interval shows a slightly higher grade within a broader low-grade shallow zone. Evidence · table > 0.84 Context: 3.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR213 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-29) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR213 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.37 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 21 m - From: 71 m - To: 92 m - Hole Depth: 108 m - Intercept Depth: 71 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR213:71-92 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Far SW Target \(FSW\) - Easting: 339392 - Northing: 1650380 - Elevation: 937 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This intercept shows low-grade gold over a significant width in a new target area, which is positive for bulk tonnage potential and exploration success. - Positive factor: Low-grade gold \(0.37 g/t\) over a continuous width \(21m\) indicates potential for bulk tonnage. - Positive factor: This is a first-pass drill result at a new target area \(Far SW Target\), indicating significant exploration success and potential for a new discovery. Evidence · table > 0.37 Context: 21.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR213 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-30) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR213 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.64 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 8 m - From: 71 m - To: 79 m - Hole Depth: 108 m - Intercept Depth: 71 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR213:71-79 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Far SW Target \(FSW\) - Easting: 339392 - Northing: 1650380 - Elevation: 937 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good moderate-grade sub-interval, further demonstrating gold mineralization in the new Far SW Target. - Positive factor: Moderate-grade gold \(0.64 g/t\) over a moderate width \(8m\) indicates good mineralization. - Positive factor: This sub-interval enhances the overall value of the broader intercept in a new target area. Evidence · table > 0.64 Context: 8.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ### ABR213 [Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/alpha-drills-7-m-grading-7-09-g-t-gold-within-19-m-grading-3-18-g-t-gold-at-nort--73b6d43b-53e4-4c82-9228-6a25d163d147#fact-drill-facts-31) Aburna · gold #### Identity - Hole ID: ABR213 - Project: Aburna - Commodity: gold - Region: eritrea - Reported Region: eritrea - Ticker: ALEX #### Geometry - Grade: 0.81 - Grade Unit: g/t - Intercept: 4 m - From: 75 m - To: 79 m - Hole Depth: 108 m - Intercept Depth: 71 m #### Classification - Program: exploration - Sample Type: drill - Group ID: ABR213:75-79 - Mining Method: open\_pit #### Location - Location: Far SW Target \(FSW\) - Easting: 339392 - Northing: 1650380 - Elevation: 937 m - Azimuth: 315 ° - Dip: -50 ° - Loc. Confidence: high - Loc. Source: document #### QA/QC - Laboratory: Intertek - 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: 6 m #### Review - Needs Review: No - Interp. Status: scored - Historical: No #### Dates - Event date: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z Reasoning: This is a good moderate-grade sub-interval, further demonstrating gold mineralization in the new Far SW Target. - Positive factor: Moderate-grade gold \(0.81 g/t\) over a moderate width \(4m\) indicates good mineralization. - Positive factor: This sub-interval further enhances the overall value of the broader intercept in a new target area. Evidence · table > 0.81 Context: 4.00 #### Tags used in scoring **QA/QC Disclosed** Polarity: positive Definition: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods \(blanks, standards, duplicates\). Why it applies: qaqc\_disclosed is true **Compositing Transparent** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Play** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 more batches of results in the coming weeks and months as they are received from the laboratory" ## 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. 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