PSC: Shallow, Wide, plus 1% Cu Intercepts at Nyungu Central
Original announcement by asx on
- Company
- Prospect Resources Limited
- Ticker
- PSC
- Exchange
- ASX
- Region
- Zambia
- Primary commodity
- Copper
- Secondary commodities
- Cobalt, Gold
- Document categories
- Drill results, Metallurgy
- Extracted
- 2026-10-01 00:23:47 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Atlas analysis published:
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Prospect Resources announced high-grade copper drill results from infill and extensional drilling at its Nyungu Central deposit within the Mumbezhi Copper Project in Zambia. Highlights include 18m at 1.31% Cu from 148m and 7.39m at 1.11% Cu from 100.6m, with significant cobalt and gold credits. Extensional drilling also returned wide, high-grade intercepts outside the current Mineral Resource estimate, indicating potential for further resource growth, complemented by excellent metallurgical recoveries.
Reasoning: The announcement reports exceptionally high-grade and wide copper intercepts from both infill and extensional drilling at Nyungu Central, significantly expanding the known mineralization and increasing confidence in the resource, supported by strong metallurgical results and robust QA/QC.
Positive factors
- High-grade copper intercepts exceeding 1% Cu, including 18m at 1.31% Cu and 7.39m at 1.11% Cu, are significantly above the project average.
- Wide intercepts (up to 30.59m) indicate robust mineralization continuity.
- Shallow mineralization (from 15m, 52m, 69.5m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
- Infill drilling results confirm and enhance confidence in the existing Mineral Resource Estimate.
- Extensional drilling successfully identified new high-grade mineralization outside the current MRE, indicating significant growth potential.
- Presence of byproduct cobalt and gold adds value to the copper intercepts.
- Detailed QA/QC procedures and Competent Person sign-off provide high confidence in the reported results.
- Metallurgical testwork shows excellent copper recoveries (up to 96.2%) into high-grade concentrates from multiple ore types, supporting economic viability.
Negative factors
- The document explicitly states that only downhole lengths are reported, not true widths, which may overstate actual thickness.
- One extensional hole (NCDD030) was not obviously mineralized, suggesting potential termination of mineralization in that area.
- Some extensional holes (NCDD037, NCDD027) returned narrow, lower-grade or sub-grade intersections.
- The regional backlog in assay laboratories caused delays, though a process is now in place to expedite results.
- Graphitic carbon is present, which can be a deleterious element, although the document states it was managed with depressants.
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 38
Classification and evidence
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 18m @ 1.31% Cu is considered exceptionally high-grade for an open-pit copper deposit, significantly exceeding the strong threshold of 1% Cu.
Evidence · table
“1.31”
Context: 18.00
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 7.39m @ 1.11% Cu is considered exceptionally high-grade for an open-pit copper deposit, exceeding the strong threshold of 1% Cu.
Evidence · table
“1.11”
Context: 7.39
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 1.87m @ 1.38% Cu is considered exceptionally high-grade for an open-pit copper deposit, significantly exceeding the strong threshold of 1% Cu.
Evidence · table
“1.38”
Context: 1.87
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Down hole length is being reported, not the true width', indicating that the reported intercept lengths are apparent widths.
Evidence · text
“Down hole length is being reported, not the true width.”
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 detailed JORC Table 1, Section 1, outlining sampling techniques, laboratory procedures, and quality control measures such as standards, blanks, and duplicates, and mentions Competent Person sign-off.
Evidence · text
“Competent Person’s Statement The information in this announcement that relates to Exploration Results, is based on information compiled by Mr Roger Tyler, a Competent Person who is a member of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and The South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Mr Tyler is the Company’s Chief Geologist.”
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: The drilling program for NCDD040 is explicitly described as 'MRE infill drilling' aimed at upgrading confidence in the existing Mineral Resource.
Evidence · text
“First assays from infill diamond drilling at Nyungu Central have produced shallow, high grade intersections exceeding 1% Cu”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: Drill holes NCDD034, NCDD035, NCDD037, and NCDD038 are part of an 'extensional diamond drilling' program targeting areas outside the existing Mineral Resource estimate.
Evidence · text
“Further assays from extensional diamond drilling also continue to deliver high-grade copper intercepts from the zone immediately to the south-east of Nyungu Central (and lying outside the existing Mineral Resource estimate (MRE))”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: The document mentions 'Relatively high graphitic carbon levels (up to 4.8% TGC)' which required the use of a depressant, indicating the presence of a deleterious element.
Evidence · text
“Relatively high graphitic carbon levels (up to 4.8% TGC) presented no barrier to achieving good quality copper concentrates, with the use of carboxymethylcellulose (CMC), as an effective depressant for graphitic carbon.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: The document states that 'Conventional mining software was then used to extract fixed length 1m down hole composites within the intervals coded as mineralisation intersections', indicating clear compositing rules.
Evidence · text
“Conventional mining software was then used to extract fixed length 1m down hole composites within the intervals coded as mineralisation intersections.”
High Recoverypositive
Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
Why it applies: Copper recovery of 96.2% from Nyungu Central fresh composite is exceptional for flotation (rubric: >=92%).
Evidence · text
“Representative fresh composite sample from Nyungu Central achieved a copper concentrate grading 24.6% Cu & 9,000 ppm Co at 96.2% Cu recovery after a single cleaning stage.”
High Recoverypositive
Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
Why it applies: Copper recovery of 90.1% from Nyungu Central fresh composite (two cleaning stages) is strong for flotation (rubric: >=88%).
Evidence · text
“After two cleaning stages, a copper concentrate grading 33.3% Cu & 2,800 ppm Co was produced with 90.1% Cu recovery.”
High Recoverypositive
Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
Why it applies: Copper recovery of 95.3% from Kabikupa fresh sulphide composite is exceptional for flotation (rubric: >=92%).
Evidence · text
“Metallurgical test work on fresh sulphide Kabikupa composite sample achieved a copper concentrate of 27.5% Cu and 310 ppm Co at 95.3% Cu recovery after only one cleaning stage.”
High Recoverypositive
Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
Why it applies: Copper recovery of 94.7% from Kabikupa transitional samples is exceptional for flotation (rubric: >=92%).
Evidence · text
“Further test work reported for Kabikupa in 2026, achieved a copper concentrate of 31.9% Cu and 0.01% Co at 94.7% Cu recovery for transitional samples after one cleaning stage.”
High Recoverypositive
Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
Why it applies: Copper recovery of 94.3% from Kabikupa lower grade fresh sulphide composite is exceptional for flotation (rubric: >=92%).
Evidence · text
“In addition, a lower grade fresh sulphide composite from Kabikupa reported in 2026, achieved a copper concentrate of 25.0% Cu and 0.04% Co at 94.3% Cu recovery after only one cleaning stage.”
Multi-Domain Testedpositive
Variability across ore domains (oxide, transition, fresh) has been addressed.
Why it applies: Metallurgical testwork was conducted on 'Nyungu Central fresh composite', 'Kabikupa fresh sulphide composite', and 'Kabikupa transitional samples', demonstrating testing across multiple ore domains.
Evidence · text
“Flotation test work completed on sulphide materials from the Nyungu Central and Kabikupa deposits returned high-grade saleable copper concentrates with excellent recoveries during 2025-26.”
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: The metallurgical testwork is described as 'Flotation test work' and involves producing a 'copper concentrate', indicating a mill-based processing route.
Evidence · text
“Flotation test work completed on sulphide materials from the Nyungu Central and Kabikupa deposits returned high-grade saleable copper concentrates with excellent recoveries during 2025-26.”
Single Domain Onlynegative
Testing limited to one composite or domain — representativeness not established.
Why it applies: only one composite was tested
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 38. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (36)
NCDD040Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 1.31Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.31
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 18 m
- From
- 148 m
- To
- 166 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 148 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:148-166
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.7
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept represents a high-grade and wide copper zone from infill drilling, significantly contributing to resource confidence and potential economic viability.
Positive factors
- High copper grade (1.31%) is strong for an open-pit deposit.
- Significant intercept length (18.0m) indicates robust mineralization.
- Infill drilling confirms and adds confidence to the existing resource model.
- Presence of byproduct cobalt and gold adds economic value.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“1.31”
Context: 18.00
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · cobaltGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 18 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- cobalt
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.05
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 18 m
- From
- 148 m
- To
- 166 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 148 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:148-166
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.7
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This cobalt intercept provides positive byproduct credits to the primary copper mineralization, enhancing the overall economic potential of the zone.
Positive factors
- Cobalt grade of 0.05% adds byproduct value to the copper intercept.
- Significant intercept length (18.0m) indicates consistent mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.05”
Context: 18.00
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · goldGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 18 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.05
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 18 m
- From
- 148 m
- To
- 166 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 148 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:148-166
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.7
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This gold intercept contributes to the overall byproduct credits, enhancing the economic attractiveness of the mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Gold grade of 0.05 g/t provides additional byproduct value to the copper intercept.
- Significant intercept length (18.0m) indicates consistent mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.05”
Context: 18.00
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 1.11Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.39 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.11
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 7.39 m
- From
- 100.61 m
- To
- 108 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 100.61 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:100.61-108
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.7
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade copper intercept from infill drilling reinforces the quality of the mineralization at Nyungu Central, supporting resource confidence.
Positive factors
- High copper grade (1.11%) is strong for an open-pit deposit.
- Infill drilling confirms and adds confidence to the existing resource model.
- Presence of byproduct cobalt and gold adds economic value.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“1.11”
Context: 7.39
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · cobaltGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: %Intercept: 7.39 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- cobalt
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.16
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 7.39 m
- From
- 100.61 m
- To
- 108 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 100.61 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:100.61-108
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.7
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade cobalt intercept enhances the economic potential of the copper mineralization, contributing valuable byproduct credits.
Positive factors
- High cobalt grade (0.16%) provides significant byproduct value.
- Intercept from infill drilling, confirming mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.16”
Context: 7.39
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · goldGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.39 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.09
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.39 m
- From
- 100.61 m
- To
- 108 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 100.61 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:100.61-108
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.7
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This gold intercept contributes to the overall byproduct credits, enhancing the economic attractiveness of the mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Gold grade of 0.09 g/t provides additional byproduct value to the copper intercept.
- Intercept from infill drilling, confirming mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.09”
Context: 7.39
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.42Grade Unit: %Intercept: 30.59 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.42
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 30.59 m
- From
- 52 m
- To
- 82.59 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 52 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:52-82.59
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This wide, shallow copper intercept from infill drilling confirms significant mineralization at Nyungu Central, supporting resource confidence.
Positive factors
- Wide intercept length (30.59m) indicates significant mineralization.
- Shallow depth (from 52.0m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
- Infill drilling confirms and adds confidence to the existing resource model.
- Presence of byproduct cobalt adds economic value.
Negative factors
- Grade (0.42%) is moderate for an open-pit deposit.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.42”
Context: 30.59
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · cobaltGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 30.59 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- cobalt
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.06
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 30.59 m
- From
- 52 m
- To
- 82.59 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 52 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:52-82.59
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This cobalt intercept provides positive byproduct credits to the primary copper mineralization, enhancing the overall economic potential of the zone.
Positive factors
- Cobalt grade of 0.06% adds byproduct value to the copper intercept.
- Wide intercept length (30.59m) indicates consistent mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.06”
Context: 30.59
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · goldGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 30.59 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.01
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 30.59 m
- From
- 52 m
- To
- 82.59 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 52 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:52-82.59
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This gold intercept contributes to the overall byproduct credits, enhancing the economic attractiveness of the mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Gold grade of 0.01 g/t provides additional byproduct value to the copper intercept.
- Wide intercept length (30.59m) indicates consistent mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.01”
Context: 30.59
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.27Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.27
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 15 m
- To
- 17 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:15-17
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This shallow, moderate-grade copper intercept from infill drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit, despite its limited width.
Positive factors
- Shallow depth (from 15.0m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
- Infill drilling confirms mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.0m) and moderate grade (0.27%) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.27”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · cobaltGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- cobalt
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.02
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 15 m
- To
- 17 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:15-17
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This cobalt intercept provides minor byproduct credits, contributing to the overall economic potential of the zone.
Positive factors
- Cobalt grade of 0.02% provides additional byproduct value.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.0m) and moderate grade (0.02%) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.02”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · goldGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.01
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 15 m
- To
- 17 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 15 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:15-17
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This gold intercept provides minor byproduct credits, contributing to the overall economic potential of the zone.
Positive factors
- Gold grade of 0.01 g/t provides additional byproduct value.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.0m) and low grade (0.01 g/t) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.01”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.41Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.17 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.41
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2.17 m
- From
- 93.83 m
- To
- 96 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 93.83 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:93.83-96
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from infill drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit, despite its limited width.
Positive factors
- Moderate copper grade (0.41%) from infill drilling confirms mineralization.
- Presence of byproduct cobalt and gold adds economic value.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.17m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.41”
Context: 2.17
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · cobaltGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.17 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- cobalt
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.2
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2.17 m
- From
- 93.83 m
- To
- 96 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 93.83 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:93.83-96
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade cobalt intercept enhances the economic potential of the copper mineralization, contributing valuable byproduct credits.
Positive factors
- High cobalt grade (0.20%) provides significant byproduct value.
- Intercept from infill drilling, confirming mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.17m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.20”
Context: 2.17
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · goldGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.17 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.16
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.17 m
- From
- 93.83 m
- To
- 96 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 93.83 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:93.83-96
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This gold intercept contributes to the overall byproduct credits, enhancing the economic attractiveness of the mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Gold grade of 0.16 g/t provides additional byproduct value to the copper intercept.
- Intercept from infill drilling, confirming mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.17m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.16”
Context: 2.17
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.42Grade Unit: %Intercept: 5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.42
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 5 m
- From
- 113 m
- To
- 118 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 113 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:113-118
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from infill drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Moderate copper grade (0.42%) from infill drilling confirms mineralization.
- Presence of byproduct cobalt and gold adds economic value.
Negative factors
- Moderate intercept length (5.0m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.42”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · cobaltGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- cobalt
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.07
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 5 m
- From
- 113 m
- To
- 118 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 113 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:113-118
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This cobalt intercept provides positive byproduct credits to the primary copper mineralization, enhancing the overall economic potential of the zone.
Positive factors
- Cobalt grade of 0.07% provides additional byproduct value.
- Intercept from infill drilling, confirming mineralization.
Negative factors
- Moderate intercept length (5.0m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.07”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · goldGrade: 0.12Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.12
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 5 m
- From
- 113 m
- To
- 118 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 113 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:113-118
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This gold intercept contributes to the overall byproduct credits, enhancing the economic attractiveness of the mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Gold grade of 0.12 g/t provides additional byproduct value to the copper intercept.
- Intercept from infill drilling, confirming mineralization.
Negative factors
- Moderate intercept length (5.0m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.12”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2.1 m
- From
- 293.9 m
- To
- 296 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 293.9 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:293.9-296
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from infill drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit, despite its limited width.
Positive factors
- Moderate copper grade (0.50%) from infill drilling confirms mineralization.
- Presence of byproduct cobalt and gold adds economic value.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.1m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.50”
Context: 2.10
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · cobaltGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- cobalt
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.01
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2.1 m
- From
- 293.9 m
- To
- 296 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 293.9 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:293.9-296
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This cobalt intercept provides minor byproduct credits, contributing to the overall economic potential of the zone.
Positive factors
- Cobalt grade of 0.01% provides additional byproduct value.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.1m) and low grade (0.01%) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.01”
Context: 2.10
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD040Mumbezhi · goldGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD040
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.01
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.1 m
- From
- 293.9 m
- To
- 296 m
- Hole Depth
- 362.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 293.9 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD040:293.9-296
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339120
- Northing
- 8630350
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This gold intercept provides minor byproduct credits, contributing to the overall economic potential of the zone.
Positive factors
- Gold grade of 0.01 g/t provides additional byproduct value.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.1m) and low grade (0.01 g/t) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.01”
Context: 2.10
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD034Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.83Grade Unit: %Intercept: 19.8 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD034
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.83
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 19.8 m
- From
- 87.3 m
- To
- 107.1 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87.3 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD034:87.3-107.1
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629595
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade and wide copper intercept from extensional drilling demonstrates significant potential to expand the resource at Nyungu Central.
Positive factors
- High copper grade (0.83%) is strong for an open-pit deposit.
- Significant intercept length (19.8m) indicates robust mineralization.
- Extensional drilling successfully identified new mineralization outside the current MRE, indicating growth potential.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.83”
Context: 19.80
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD034Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.46Grade Unit: %Intercept: 26 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD034
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.46
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 26 m
- From
- 118 m
- To
- 144 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 118 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD034:118-144
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629595
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This wide copper intercept from extensional drilling demonstrates significant potential to expand the resource at Nyungu Central, despite a moderate grade.
Positive factors
- Wide intercept length (26.0m) indicates significant mineralization.
- Extensional drilling successfully identified new mineralization outside the current MRE, indicating growth potential.
Negative factors
- Moderate grade (0.46%) for an open-pit deposit.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.46”
Context: 26.00
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD034Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.48Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.6 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD034
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.48
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2.6 m
- From
- 74.4 m
- To
- 77 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 74.4 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD034:74.4-77
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629595
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit, despite its limited width.
Positive factors
- Moderate copper grade (0.48%) from extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.6m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.48”
Context: 2.60
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD034Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD034
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.36
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2.3 m
- From
- 152.5 m
- To
- 154.8 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 152.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD034:152.5-154.8
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629595
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit, despite its limited width.
Positive factors
- Copper grade (0.36%) from extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.3m) and moderate grade (0.36%) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.36”
Context: 2.30
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD034Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.9 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD034
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.6
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 1.9 m
- From
- 174.5 m
- To
- 176.4 m
- Hole Depth
- 225 m
- Intercept Depth
- 174.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD034:174.5-176.4
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629595
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit, despite its limited width.
Positive factors
- Moderate copper grade (0.60%) from extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (1.9m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.60”
Context: 1.90
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD035Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.57Grade Unit: %Intercept: 8.4 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD035
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.57
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 8.4 m
- From
- 72 m
- To
- 80.4 m
- Hole Depth
- 150.4 m
- Intercept Depth
- 72 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD035:72-80.4
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629535
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade, moderate-width copper intercept from extensional drilling contributes to expanding the known mineralization at Nyungu Central.
Positive factors
- Moderate copper grade (0.57%) from extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
- Moderate intercept length (8.4m) indicates continuity.
- Shallow depth (from 72.0m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.57”
Context: 8.40
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD035Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.79Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.42 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD035
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.79
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 6.42 m
- From
- 87.7 m
- To
- 94.12 m
- Hole Depth
- 150.4 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87.7 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD035:87.7-94.12
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629535
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling contributes to expanding the known mineralization at Nyungu Central.
Positive factors
- High copper grade (0.79%) is strong for an open-pit deposit.
- Extensional drilling successfully identified new mineralization outside the current MRE, indicating growth potential.
Negative factors
- Moderate intercept length (6.42m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.79”
Context: 6.42
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD035Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD035
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.36
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 6 m
- From
- 102 m
- To
- 108 m
- Hole Depth
- 150.4 m
- Intercept Depth
- 102 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD035:102-108
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629535
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Moderate copper grade (0.36%) from extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
- Moderate intercept length (6.0m) indicates continuity.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.36”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD035Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.35Grade Unit: %Intercept: 5.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD035
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.35
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 5.5 m
- From
- 122.5 m
- To
- 128 m
- Hole Depth
- 150.4 m
- Intercept Depth
- 122.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD035:122.5-128
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339450
- Northing
- 8629535
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Copper grade (0.35%) from extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
- Moderate intercept length (5.5m) indicates continuity.
Negative factors
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.35”
Context: 5.50
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD037Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.32Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.8 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD037
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.32
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 1.8 m
- From
- 29 m
- To
- 30.8 m
- Hole Depth
- 329.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 29 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD037:29-30.8
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339275
- Northing
- 8629900
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling provides limited positive contribution to the overall resource.
Positive factors
- Shallow depth (from 29.0m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
- Extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (1.8m) and low grade (0.32%) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.32”
Context: 1.80
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD037Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD037
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.36
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 194 m
- To
- 196 m
- Hole Depth
- 329.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 194 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD037:194-196
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339275
- Northing
- 8629900
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling provides limited positive contribution to the overall resource.
Positive factors
- Extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.0m) and low grade (0.36%) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.36”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD037Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.32Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD037
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.32
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 201 m
- To
- 203 m
- Hole Depth
- 329.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 201 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD037:201-203
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339275
- Northing
- 8629900
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This narrow, low-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling provides limited positive contribution to the overall resource.
Positive factors
- Extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.0m) and low grade (0.32%) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.32”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD038Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: %Intercept: 20.92 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD038
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.56
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 20.92 m
- From
- 69.48 m
- To
- 90.4 m
- Hole Depth
- 150 m
- Intercept Depth
- 69.48 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD038:69.48-90.4
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339400
- Northing
- 8629535
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This wide, shallow copper intercept from extensional drilling demonstrates significant potential to expand the resource at Nyungu Central.
Positive factors
- Wide intercept length (20.92m) indicates significant mineralization.
- Shallow depth (from 69.48m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
- Extensional drilling successfully identified new mineralization outside the current MRE, indicating growth potential.
Negative factors
- Moderate grade (0.56%) for an open-pit deposit.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.56”
Context: 20.92
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD038Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 1.38Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.87 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD038
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.38
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 1.87 m
- From
- 94.95 m
- To
- 96.82 m
- Hole Depth
- 150 m
- Intercept Depth
- 94.95 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD038:94.95-96.82
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339400
- Northing
- 8629535
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.7
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling, despite its narrow width, indicates the presence of very high-grade zones within the broader mineralization.
Positive factors
- High copper grade (1.38%) is strong for an open-pit deposit.
- Extensional drilling successfully identified new mineralization outside the current MRE, indicating growth potential.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (1.87m) limits its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“1.38”
Context: 1.87
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
NCDD038Mumbezhi · copperGrade: 0.38Grade Unit: %Intercept: 4 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NCDD038
- Project
- Mumbezhi
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.38
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 4 m
- From
- 106 m
- To
- 110 m
- Hole Depth
- 150 m
- Intercept Depth
- 106 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- other
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NCDD038:106-110
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Nyungu Central
- Easting
- 339400
- Northing
- 8629535
- CRS
- UTM_WGS84_35S
- EPSG
- 32735
- Elevation
- 1310 m
- Azimuth
- 270 °
- Dip
- -70 °
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Intertek Minerals (Perth)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- carbon
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate-grade copper intercept from extensional drilling contributes to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Copper grade (0.38%) from extensional drilling confirms mineralization.
Negative factors
- Moderate intercept length (4.0m) and moderate grade (0.38%) limit its individual significance.
- True width not reported, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · table
“0.38”
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
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true
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: "• 550m of surface DD has beenHole ID Deposit From (m) To (m) Width (m) Cu% NCDD034 Nyungu Central 74.40 77.00 2.60 0.48 "
Metallurgical Results (2)
flotationMumbezhi Copper Project · copperRecovery: 94.3 %View all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Mumbezhi Copper Project
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- Zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- flotation
- Processing Route
- flotation
- Sample
- Kabikupa lower grade fresh sulphide composite
Recovery
- Recovery
- 94.3 %
- Recovery Basis
- actual_test
- Conc. Grade
- 25
- Conc. Grade Unit
- %
Lab
- Laboratory
- Intertek (Kitwe) and Intertek Perth (Western Australia)
- Consultant
- Rose and Associates, Mining Geology Consultants
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This result confirms excellent copper recovery and concentrate quality from lower-grade Kabikupa fresh sulphide material, demonstrating robust metallurgical performance across a range of ore grades.
Positive factors
- Exceptional copper recovery (94.3%) for flotation, indicating high metallurgical efficiency.
- High concentrate grade (25.0% Cu) is desirable for smelters.
- Achieved after only one cleaning stage, demonstrating efficient processing for lower-grade Kabikupa fresh sulphide material.
- Testing of lower-grade material expands the understanding of ore variability and potential resource utilization.
Negative factors
- Presence of graphitic carbon, though managed, could be a potential processing complexity.
Evidence · text
“In addition, a lower grade fresh sulphide composite from Kabikupa reported in 2026, achieved a copper concentrate of 25.0% Cu and 0.04% Co at 94.3% Cu recovery after only one cleaning stage.”
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
High Recoverypositive
Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
Why it applies: 94.3% is at or above the exceptional band (92%)
Byproduct Commodityneutral
The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver.
Why it applies: the release describes a byproduct credit
flotationMumbezhi Copper Project · cobaltView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Mumbezhi Copper Project
- Commodity
- cobalt
- Region
- zambia
- Reported Region
- Zambia
- Ticker
- PSC
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- flotation
- Processing Route
- flotation
- Sample
- Kabikupa lower grade fresh sulphide composite
Recovery
- Recovery Basis
- actual_test
- Conc. Grade
- 0.04
- Conc. Grade Unit
- %
Lab
- Laboratory
- Intertek (Kitwe) and Intertek Perth (Western Australia)
- Consultant
- Rose and Associates, Mining Geology Consultants
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-30T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The cobalt byproduct credits from lower-grade Kabikupa fresh sulphide material contribute positively to the project's overall economics.
Positive factors
- Cobalt concentrate grade (0.04%) provides additional byproduct value.
Negative factors
- Presence of graphitic carbon, though managed, could be a potential processing complexity.
Evidence · text
“In addition, a lower grade fresh sulphide composite from Kabikupa reported in 2026, achieved a copper concentrate of 25.0% Cu and 0.04% Co at 94.3% Cu recovery after only one cleaning stage.”
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
Byproduct Commodityneutral
The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver.
Why it applies: the release describes a byproduct credit
How Atlas produces this analysis
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