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

Original announcement by newsfile on

Company
Alpha Exploration Ltd.
Ticker
ALEX
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
Eritrea
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-09-21 09:03:56 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Alpha Exploration Ltd. announced a first batch of drill results from its ongoing exploration program at the Aburna Gold Project in Eritrea, highlighting a significant intercept of 12 meters grading 2.09 g/t gold within 31 meters grading 1.12 g/t gold in hole ABD029 at the new Obok Prospect. The program also returned multiple gold intercepts at the EER and SW targets, demonstrating potential to expand the Hill 52 prospect's mineralization. These results are from early testing of new targets within the highly prospective Aburna corridor, with further results expected.

Reasoning: The document reports strong gold drill results from new targets and extensions within the Aburna Gold Project, indicating significant exploration success and potential for further discoveries. The headline intercept in ABD029 is particularly compelling, and the overall program expands the known mineralized footprint. QA/QC and compositing parameters are well-disclosed, enhancing confidence in the results.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercepts, particularly in hole ABD029, which includes 12m at 2.09 g/t gold within a broader 31m interval at 1.12 g/t gold.
  • Discovery of new gold targets (Obok, EER, SW, Colonial) within the Aburna corridor, demonstrating district-scale potential.
  • Expansion of known mineralization at the Hill 52 prospect.
  • Good QA/QC disclosure, including accredited lab, sample preparation, and use of blanks/standards/duplicates.
  • True width estimates provided for drilled intersections (70-90%).
  • Clear disclosure of cut-off grades and internal dilution rules for reported intercepts.

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

Facts used in scoring: 32

Extracted facts

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

Drill Results (32)

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good gold grade within the newly identified Obok Prospect, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade for exploration drilling.
  • Part of a new prospect discovery.

Evidence · table

“2.20”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This broad intercept with a good gold grade is a key highlight of the drilling program, indicating significant mineralization at the new Obok Prospect.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length and good gold grade for exploration.
  • Contributes to advancing the Obok target to key prospect status.
  • True width estimated between 70% and 90% of drilled intersection.

Evidence · table

“1.12”

Context: 31.00*

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a strong gold grade over a good width, reinforcing the significance of the main intercept in ABD029.

Positive factors

  • Higher grade sub-interval within the broader intercept, indicating good continuity.
  • True width estimated between 70% and 90% of drilled intersection.

Evidence · table

“1.72”

Context: 16.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a significant result, confirming strong gold mineralization within the Obok Prospect and contributing to the overall positive sentiment of the release.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept, exceeding the strong threshold for open-pit gold.
  • True width estimated between 70% and 90% of drilled intersection.

Evidence · table

“2.09”

Context: 12.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

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

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the EER Target.

Evidence · table

“0.47”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the EER Target.

Evidence · table

“0.53”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows a good gold grade over a moderate width at the EER Target, suggesting potential for significant mineralization.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade for exploration drilling at a new target.
  • Indicates potential to expand Hill 52 mineralization.

Evidence · table

“2.81”

Context: 6.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the EER Target.

Evidence · table

“0.32”

Context: 7.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the EER Target.

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow but high-grade intercept at the EER Target is a positive indicator for the prospect's potential.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade for exploration drilling at a new target.

Evidence · table

“3.90”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow but very high-grade intercept at the EER Target is a strong positive indicator for the prospect's potential.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional gold grade for exploration drilling at a new target.

Evidence · table

“5.86”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the EER Target.

Evidence · table

“0.38”

Context: 7.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the EER Target.

Evidence · table

“0.31”

Context: 7.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the EER Target.

Evidence · table

“0.67”

Context: 3.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows good gold mineralization over a significant width at the EER Target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept length and moderate gold grade for exploration drilling.
  • Indicates potential to expand Hill 52 mineralization.

Evidence · table

“0.79”

Context: 13.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a good gold grade over a moderate width, reinforcing the significance of the main intercept in ABR208.

Positive factors

  • Higher grade sub-interval within the broader intercept, indicating good continuity.

Evidence · table

“1.18”

Context: 6.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a good gold grade over a narrow width, reinforcing the significance of the main intercept in ABR208.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade in a sub-interval, further supporting mineralization.

Evidence · table

“1.45”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“0.78”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows gold mineralization over a moderate width at the SW Target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the SW Target.
  • Indicates potential to extend Hill 52 mineralization.

Evidence · table

“0.53”

Context: 6.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows gold mineralization over a moderate width at the SW Target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the SW Target.
  • Indicates potential to extend Hill 52 mineralization.

Evidence · table

“0.92”

Context: 4.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“0.28”

Context: 3.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“0.37”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows good gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“1.10”

Context: 3.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows good gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“1.81”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows good gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“1.45”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“0.45”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows good gold mineralization at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade at the SW Target.

Evidence · table

“1.15”

Context: 1.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This intercept shows gold mineralization over a moderate width at a new target, contributing to the overall exploration success.

Positive factors

  • Confirms gold mineralization at the Colonial Target.

Evidence · table

“0.87”

Context: 5.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

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

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

Geometry

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

Classification

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

Location

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

QA/QC

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

Compositing

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

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

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a good gold grade over a narrow width, reinforcing the significance of the main intercept in ABD027.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade in a sub-interval at the Colonial Target.

Evidence · table

“1.87”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

Fact 31Aburna · goldGrade: 2.89Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 29 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
2.89
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
29 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

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

Dates

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

Reasoning: Historical drill result explicitly reported in source prose.

Evidence · text

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

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

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

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

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

Fact 32Aburna · goldGrade: 3.77Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8 mHistorical resultNeeds review: drill_no_hole_idView all details
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Identity

Project
Aburna
Commodity
gold
Region
eritrea
Reported Region
eritrea
Ticker
ALEX

Geometry

Grade
3.77
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
8 m

Classification

Sample Type
drill

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

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

Dates

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

Reasoning: Historical drill result explicitly reported in source prose.

Evidence · text

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

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

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

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

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Nearology Playneutral

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

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

How Atlas produces this analysis

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