Fortuna delivers robust Feasibility Study for the Diamba Sud Gold Project in Senegal: After-tax IRR of 60% and NPV5% of US$1 billion using US$3,500/oz

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Company
Fortuna Mining Corp.
Ticker
FVI
Exchange
TSX
Region
Senegal
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Resource update, Production, Metallurgy
Extracted
2026-09-12 03:19:15 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Fortuna Mining Corp. announced robust Feasibility Study results for its Diamba Sud Gold Project in Senegal, reporting an after-tax IRR of 60% and NPV5% of US$1 billion at a US$3,500/oz gold price. The study outlines a 9.4-year open-pit CIL gold mine with average annual gold production of 116,000 ounces and a low LOM AISC of $1,332/oz. The project benefits from a maiden Probable Mineral Reserve of 20.5 Mt at 1.75 g/t Au for 1.15 Moz, improved grades, and higher metallurgical recoveries compared to the previous PEA.

Reasoning: The Feasibility Study for the Diamba Sud Gold Project demonstrates strong economic viability with high after-tax IRR and NPV, supported by a significant maiden Probable Mineral Reserve, improved production profile, and increased mine life. The study de-risks the project and positions it for a final investment decision, despite potential future changes in state ownership and mining convention terms.

Positive factors

  • Robust economics with high after-tax IRR (60%) and NPV5% (US$1 billion)
  • Maiden Probable Mineral Reserve of 1.15 Moz gold established at Feasibility Study level
  • Increased average annual gold production and longer mine life compared to previous PEA
  • Improved average feed grade and metallurgical recovery from previous PEA
  • NI 43-101 compliant Feasibility Study with QP/CP sign-off
  • Early works advancing to de-risk development schedule

Negative factors

  • State of Senegal holds a 10% free-carried interest and has an option for an additional 25% contributory interest, potentially impacting future ownership and returns
  • Provisions of the Mining Convention are subject to renegotiation during the exploitation permit approval process

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

Facts used in scoring: 28

Classification and evidence

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: The Feasibility Study establishes a maiden Probable Mineral Reserve of 20.5 Mt at 1.75 g/t Au for 1.15 Moz gold.

Evidence · text

“The Probable Mineral Reserves total 20.5 million tonnes averaging 1.75 g/t Au, containing 1.15 million ounces of gold.”

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: The Feasibility Study reports Indicated Mineral Resources of 3.36 Mt at 1.12 g/t Au for 121 koz gold.

Evidence · table

“1.12”

Context: 3,364

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: The Feasibility Study reports Inferred Mineral Resources of 1.63 Mt at 1.30 g/t Au for 68 koz gold.

Evidence · table

“1.30”

Context: 1,632

Category Upgradepositive

Resource confidence improved — Inferred upgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Measured. De-risking signal.

Why it applies: Material growth in the Indicated Mineral Resource category supports conversion to Probable Mineral Reserves.

Evidence · text

“Material growth in the Indicated Mineral Resource category supports conversion to Probable Mineral Reserves, establishing a stronger foundation for the FS mine plan.”

Tonnage Growthpositive

Tonnage increase reaching the strong tier vs prior estimate, with grade maintained or improved.

Why it applies: Average annual gold production increased from 106,000 ounces per year in the PEA to 116,000 ounces per year in the FS, and project life increased from 8.1 years to 9.4 years.

Evidence · text

“Higher production profile: Average annual gold production increases from 106,000 ounces per year in the PEA to 116,000 ounces per year in the FS, including average production of 158,000 ounces per year over the first four years compared with 147,000 ounces per year over the first three years in the PEA. Longer mine life: Project life increases from 8.1 years in the PEA to 9.4 years in the FS, supporting an extended production and cash-flow profile.”

Grade Improvementpositive

Average resource grade improved vs prior estimate — better deposit economics.

Why it applies: Average feed grade increased from 1.63 g/t Au in the PEA to 1.75 g/t Au in the FS.

Evidence · text

“Improved grade profile: Average feed grade increases from 1.63 g/t Au in the PEA to 1.75 g/t Au in the FS.”

Contained Metal Growthpositive

True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.

Why it applies: The maiden Probable Mineral Reserve contains 1.15 million ounces of gold, representing significant growth in contained metal compared to previous estimates.

Evidence · text

“The Probable Mineral Reserves total 20.5 million tonnes averaging 1.75 g/t Au, containing 1.15 million ounces of gold.”

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: Raul Espinoza and Eric Chapman are named as Qualified Persons responsible for Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources, respectively.

Evidence · text

“Eric Chapman is the Qualified Person responsible for Mineral Resources, and is a full-time employee of Fortuna, Raul Espinoza is the Qualified Person responsible for Mineral Reserves, and is a full-time employee of Fortuna.”

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: Detailed incremental gold cutoff grades are disclosed for both Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources, varying by deposit and material type.

Evidence · text

“Mineral Reserves for the Diamba Sud Project are reported at the point of delivery to the process plant on a 100% ownership basis and have been estimated using incremental gold cutoff grades for open-pit oxide and transitional material as follows: 0.38 g/t Au for Area A, Moungoundi, and Western Splay; 0.37 g/t Au for Kassasoko and Southern Arc; 0.36 g/t Au for Karakara; and 0.35 g/t Au for Area D. For fresh material, the applied cut-off grades are 0.40 g/t Au for Karakara and Kassasoko, 0.42 g/t Au for Area A, 0.43 g/t Au for Southern Arc, 0.45 g/t Au for Moungoundi, 0.46 g/t Au for Area D, and 0.49 g/t Au for the Western Splay deposit.”

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: The Feasibility Study and supporting technical report are prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“A technical report supporting the results of the FS will be prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101, Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects”

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: The document presents a Feasibility Study, which is a detailed engineering study to support a development decision.

Evidence · text

“Fortuna delivers robust Feasibility Study for the Diamba Sud Gold Project in Senegal”

High Recoverypositive

Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.

Why it applies: The LOM metallurgical recovery of 91% for gold via conventional CIL is strong.

Evidence · table

“91%”

Context: Recovery

Recovery Improvingpositive

Recovery improved versus a like-for-like prior test program on the same domain and route.

Why it applies: Metallurgical recoveries increased from 90% in the PEA to 91% in the FS.

Evidence · text

“Improved metallurgical performance: Metallurgical recoveries increased from 90% in the PEA to 91% in the FS.”

Multi-Domain Testedpositive

Variability across ore domains (oxide, transition, fresh) has been addressed.

Why it applies: Metallurgical recoveries have been estimated using grade–recovery relationship models developed for oxide and transitional material across all deposits, with deposit-specific recovery models applied to fresh rock across the seven deposits.

Evidence · text

“Metallurgical recoveries have been estimated using grade–recovery relationship models developed for oxide and transitional material across all deposits, with deposit-specific recovery models applied to fresh rock across the seven deposits.”

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: The processing facility is described as a conventional carbon-in-leach (CIL) plant.

Evidence · text

“open-pit conventional carbon-in-leach (“CIL”) gold mine”

Gravity Routeneutral

Gravity separation forms a material part of the flowsheet.

Why it applies: The CIL plant design incorporates gravity recovery.

Evidence · text

“processing through a conventional CIL plant designed to produce gold doré, incorporating crushing, milling, gravity recovery, CIL processing, carbon elution, and gold recovery.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 28. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Resource Estimates (27)

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 4136000Grade: 1.59Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 211Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:1266104e06fff6b1c928
Deposit or zone
Area A
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
4136000
Grade
1.59
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
211
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Probable Mineral Reserve for Area A contributes significantly to the overall project economics and is reported at a high confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“1.59”

Context: 4,136

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 5103000Grade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 279000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:67b4cb3706920446532f
Deposit or zone
Area D
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
5103000
Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
279000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Probable Mineral Reserve for Area D is a substantial component of the project's overall reserve base, reported at a high confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“1.70”

Context: 5,103

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 2859000Grade: 1.87Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 172000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:ff37f176df103196f036
Deposit or zone
Karakara
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
2859000
Grade
1.87
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
172000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The Probable Mineral Reserve for Karakara contributes high-grade material to the project's reserve profile, reported at a high confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“1.87”

Context: 2,859

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1164000Grade: 0.96Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 36000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:afbddc58bdc43ed857f3
Deposit or zone
Kassasoko
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
1164000
Grade
0.96
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
36000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Probable Mineral Reserve for Kassasoko adds to the overall reserve base, though with a lower grade compared to other deposits.

Positive factors

  • Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“0.96”

Context: 1,164

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1069000Grade: 1.1Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 38000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:a598a6253b3a6bc6b841
Deposit or zone
Moungoundi
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
1069000
Grade
1.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
38000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Probable Mineral Reserve for Moungoundi contributes to the project's reserve base, reported at a high confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“1.10”

Context: 1,069

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 4464000Grade: 2.31Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 332000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:c38783ea29550f239595
Deposit or zone
Southern Arc
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
4464000
Grade
2.31
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
332000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The high-grade Probable Mineral Reserve for Southern Arc is a key contributor to the project's robust economics and overall contained gold, reported at a high confidence level.

Positive factors

  • High-grade Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed
  • Provides significant contained gold to the project

Evidence · table

“2.31”

Context: 4,464

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1706000Grade: 1.51Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 83000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:04c2306e0d8c2aa74291
Deposit or zone
Western Splay
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
1706000
Grade
1.51
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
83000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Probable Mineral Reserve for Western Splay contributes to the project's reserve base, reported at a high confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“1.51”

Context: 1,706

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 20500000Grade: 1.75Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1151000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:f50ed30c3dd1c0810ac6
Deposit or zone
Total
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
20500000
Grade
1.75
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
1151000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The maiden Probable Mineral Reserve of 20.5 Mt at 1.75 g/t Au for 1.15 Moz gold provides a strong foundation for the project's robust Feasibility Study economics and is compliant with NI 43-101 standards.

Positive factors

  • Maiden Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed
  • Supports robust Feasibility Study economics

Negative factors

  • State of Senegal has 10% free-carried interest and option for additional 25% contributory interest

Evidence · table

“1.75”

Context: 20,500

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 288000Grade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 5Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:6d87abff967d1794ad53
Deposit or zone
Area A
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
288000
Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
5
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Indicated Mineral Resource for Area A provides a base for future reserve conversion, reported at a good confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Mineral Resources support future reserve conversion
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“0.50”

Context: 288

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 436000Grade: 0.53Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 8000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:9f19241060812890af82
Deposit or zone
Area D
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
436000
Grade
0.53
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
8000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Indicated Mineral Resource for Area D contributes to the project's resource base for future conversion, reported at a good confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Mineral Resources support future reserve conversion
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“0.53”

Context: 436

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 221000Grade: 0.61Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 4000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:b29bede0089f836559da
Deposit or zone
Karakara
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
221000
Grade
0.61
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
4000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Indicated Mineral Resource for Karakara adds to the project's resource base for future conversion, reported at a good confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Mineral Resources support future reserve conversion
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“0.61”

Context: 221

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 206000Grade: 0.49Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 3000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:434239a921aa62cff582
Deposit or zone
Kassasoko
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
206000
Grade
0.49
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
3000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Indicated Mineral Resource for Kassasoko contributes to the project's resource base for future conversion, reported at a good confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Mineral Resources support future reserve conversion
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“0.49”

Context: 206

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 279000Grade: 0.75Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 7000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:4002e2246ba0ccd18e42
Deposit or zone
Moungoundi
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
279000
Grade
0.75
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
7000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Indicated Mineral Resource for Moungoundi adds to the project's resource base for future conversion, reported at a good confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Mineral Resources support future reserve conversion
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“0.75”

Context: 279

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1701000Grade: 1.62Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 89000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:94b3d0e3ce3e463ca135
Deposit or zone
Southern Arc
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1701000
Grade
1.62
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
89000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This higher-grade Indicated Mineral Resource for Southern Arc is a significant component for future reserve conversion, reported at a good confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Higher-grade Indicated Mineral Resources support future reserve conversion
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“1.62”

Context: 1,701

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 233000Grade: 0.74Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 6000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:60591a6bdb6993a0911d
Deposit or zone
Western Splay
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
233000
Grade
0.74
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
6000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Indicated Mineral Resource for Western Splay contributes to the project's resource base for future conversion, reported at a good confidence level.

Positive factors

  • Indicated Mineral Resources support future reserve conversion
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“0.74”

Context: 233

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 3364000Grade: 1.12Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 121000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:8f3e8a52058e659a9d73
Deposit or zone
Total
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
3364000
Grade
1.12
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
121000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total Indicated Mineral Resource of 3.36 Mt at 1.12 g/t Au for 121 koz gold provides a strong base for future reserve conversion and is compliant with NI 43-101 standards.

Positive factors

  • Total Indicated Mineral Resources provide a strong base for future reserve conversion
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Evidence · table

“1.12”

Context: 3,364

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 152000Grade: 1.45Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 7Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:ebb4197ad971bdb617f9
Deposit or zone
Area A
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
152000
Grade
1.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
7
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Inferred Mineral Resource for Area A represents exploration upside but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1.45”

Context: 152

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 264000Grade: 0.95Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 8000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:10266d251b6020019d92
Deposit or zone
Area D
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
264000
Grade
0.95
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
8000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Inferred Mineral Resource for Area D represents exploration upside but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“0.95”

Context: 264

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 26000Grade: 1.47Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:1f1ca01819a67c5a9d4c
Deposit or zone
Karakara
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
26000
Grade
1.47
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
1000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Inferred Mineral Resource for Karakara represents exploration upside but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1.47”

Context: 26

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 138000Grade: 0.86Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 4000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:404751c03f7044368586
Deposit or zone
Kassasoko
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
138000
Grade
0.86
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
4000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Inferred Mineral Resource for Kassasoko represents exploration upside but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“0.86”

Context: 138

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 107000Grade: 1.09Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 4000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:d26bdc33d78d0f680799
Deposit or zone
Moungoundi
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
107000
Grade
1.09
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
4000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Inferred Mineral Resource for Moungoundi represents exploration upside but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1.09”

Context: 107

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 734000Grade: 1.42Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 33000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:c1e47c4dc0b4276effbc
Deposit or zone
Southern Arc
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
734000
Grade
1.42
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
33000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Inferred Mineral Resource for Southern Arc represents exploration upside but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1.42”

Context: 734

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 211000Grade: 1.64Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 11000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:7a03004bb787267f4bce
Deposit or zone
Western Splay
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
211000
Grade
1.64
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
11000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Inferred Mineral Resource for Western Splay represents exploration upside but has lower confidence.

Positive factors

  • Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1.64”

Context: 211

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1632000Grade: 1.3Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 68000Contained Unit: ozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:974ee88c26b7c6faa25d
Deposit or zone
Total
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1632000
Grade
1.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
68000
Contained Unit
oz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total Inferred Mineral Resource of 1.63 Mt at 1.30 g/t Au for 68 koz gold represents exploration upside but has lower confidence than other categories.

Positive factors

  • Total Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside for future growth
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“1.30”

Context: 1,632

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

probableDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 20500000Grade: 1.75Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1151Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:6d24469db99f154da9c3
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
20500000
Grade
1.75
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
1151
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The maiden Probable Mineral Reserve of 20.5 Mt at 1.75 g/t Au for 1.15 Moz gold provides a strong foundation for the project's robust Feasibility Study economics and is compliant with NI 43-101 standards. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Maiden Probable Mineral Reserve established at FS level
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed
  • Supports robust Feasibility Study economics

Negative factors

  • State of Senegal has 10% free-carried interest and option for additional 25% contributory interest

Evidence · table

“1.75”

Context: 20,500

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 3364000Grade: 1.12Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 121Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:9bae0aa39d0efffa9368
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
3364000
Grade
1.12
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
121
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This Inferred Mineral Resource for Area A represents exploration upside but has lower confidence. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1.12”

Context: 3,364

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredDiamba Sud Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1632000Grade: 1.3Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 68Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Raul Espinoza, Eric Chapman
Resource group id
resource:ca10095970d12cfebdb3
Mining method
open_pit
Ownership percent
100 %
Resource basis
gross

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1632000
Grade
1.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
68
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-04-10

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total Inferred Mineral Resource of 1.63 Mt at 1.30 g/t Au for 68 koz gold represents exploration upside but has lower confidence than other categories. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Total Inferred Mineral Resources provide exploration upside for future growth
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • QP/CP signed

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone

Evidence · table

“1.30”

Context: 1,632

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

Metallurgical Results (1)

Fact 1Diamba Sud Gold Project · goldRecovery: 91 %Head Grade: 1.75Head Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Diamba Sud Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
senegal
Reported Region
Senegal
Ticker
FVI

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Processing Route
conventional CIL

Recovery

Recovery
91 %
Recovery Basis
actual_test
Head Grade
1.75
Head Grade Unit
g/t

Lab

Consultant
Lycopodium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The average LOM metallurgical recovery of 91% for gold via conventional CIL is strong and represents an improvement from the previous PEA, indicating robust processing performance.

Positive factors

  • High metallurgical recovery for CIL process
  • Recovery improved from previous PEA
  • Multi-domain variability tested

Evidence · table

“91%”

Context: Recovery

Tags used in scoring

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: processing_route matches the mill_cil 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

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.