NexMetals Files NI 43-101 Technical Report for 2026 Selkirk Mineral Resource Estimate

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Company
NexMetals Mining Corp.
Ticker
NEXM
Exchange
TSX
Region
Botswana
Primary commodity
Copper
Secondary commodities
Nickel, Cobalt, Platinum, Palladium, Gold, Silver
Document categories
Resource update
Extracted
2026-09-12 14:41:58 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

NexMetals has filed a NI 43-101 technical report supporting the 2026 Mineral Resource Estimate for the Selkirk Project in Botswana. The estimate includes an Indicated resource of 78.2 Mt at 0.66% CuEq and an Inferred resource of 15.1 Mt at 0.60% CuEq, representing a 70% increase in CuEq metal inventory.

Reasoning: The 2026 MRE represents a significant de-risking event through resource category conversion and a substantial increase in contained metal inventory.

Positive factors

  • Significant conversion of Inferred to Indicated resources
  • 70% increase in CuEq metal inventory
  • Successful twin drilling and re-assaying campaign
  • High M&I ratio (approx 80%)

Negative factors

  • Resource is not a reserve
  • Historical data from TNMC was not verifiable and excluded

Facts used in scoring: 28

Classification and evidence

Category Upgradepositive

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

Why it applies: Significant conversion of Mineral Resources from the Inferred to Indicated category.

Evidence · text

“reflects a significant conversion of Mineral Resources from the Inferred to Indicated category”

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The technical report was prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 standards.

Evidence · text

“filed an independent National Instrument 43-101... technical report”

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The cut-off grade of US$25/t NSR is clearly stated.

Evidence · text

“Mineral Resources are reported at a cut-off value of US$25/t Net Smelter Return (" NSR ")”

Extracted facts

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

Resource Estimates (28)

indicatedSelkirk Project · copperTonnes: 78200000Grade: 0.23Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
copper
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:953aff973b73d72714b8
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
78200000
Grade
0.23
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated grade is consistent with the project's scale.

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides higher geological confidence

Evidence · table

“0.23”

Context: 78.2

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · nickelTonnes: 78200000Grade: 0.21Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:953aff973b73d72714b8
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
78200000
Grade
0.21
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Nickel is a key component of the CuEq calculation.

Evidence · table

“0.21”

Context: 78.2

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · cobaltTonnes: 78200000Grade: 0.012Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:953aff973b73d72714b8
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
78200000
Grade
0.012
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace cobalt reported.

Evidence · table

“0.012”

Context: 78.2

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · platinumTonnes: 78200000Grade: 0.1Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:953aff973b73d72714b8
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
78200000
Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Platinum is a key PGE component.

Evidence · table

“0.10”

Context: 78.2

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · palladiumTonnes: 78200000Grade: 0.42Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:953aff973b73d72714b8
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
78200000
Grade
0.42
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Palladium is a key PGE component.

Evidence · table

“0.42”

Context: 78.2

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · goldTonnes: 78200000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
gold
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:953aff973b73d72714b8
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
78200000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold is a minor component of the resource.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 78.2

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · silverTonnes: 78200000Grade: 0.72Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
silver
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:953aff973b73d72714b8
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
78200000
Grade
0.72
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is a minor component of the resource.

Evidence · table

“0.72”

Context: 78.2

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · copperTonnes: 15100000Grade: 0.21Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
copper
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:ab84c2892c9201ef6bc6
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
15100000
Grade
0.21
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource provides additional upside but higher risk.

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“0.21”

Context: 15.1

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · nickelTonnes: 15100000Grade: 0.18Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:ab84c2892c9201ef6bc6
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
15100000
Grade
0.18
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Nickel is a key component of the CuEq calculation.

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“0.18”

Context: 15.1

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · cobaltTonnes: 15100000Grade: 0.01Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:ab84c2892c9201ef6bc6
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
15100000
Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Trace cobalt reported.

Evidence · table

“0.010”

Context: 15.1

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · platinumTonnes: 15100000Grade: 0.09Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:ab84c2892c9201ef6bc6
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
15100000
Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Platinum is a key PGE component.

Evidence · table

“0.09”

Context: 15.1

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · palladiumTonnes: 15100000Grade: 0.4Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:ab84c2892c9201ef6bc6
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
15100000
Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Palladium is a key PGE component.

Evidence · table

“0.40”

Context: 15.1

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · goldTonnes: 15100000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
gold
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:ab84c2892c9201ef6bc6
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
15100000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold is a minor component of the resource.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 15.1

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · silverTonnes: 15100000Grade: 0.77Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
silver
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:ab84c2892c9201ef6bc6
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
15100000
Grade
0.77
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is a minor component of the resource.

Evidence · table

“0.77”

Context: 15.1

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · nickelTonnes: 1138000000Grade: 163Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:6409597c3b4f5b7284d3
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1138000000
Grade
163
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated grade is consistent with the project's scale. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides higher geological confidence

Evidence · table

“163”

Context: 1,138

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · copperTonnes: 1138000000Grade: 181Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
copper
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:6409597c3b4f5b7284d3
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1138000000
Grade
181
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated grade is consistent with the project's scale. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides higher geological confidence

Evidence · table

“181”

Context: 1,138

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · cobaltTonnes: 1138000000Grade: 9.2Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:6409597c3b4f5b7284d3
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1138000000
Grade
9.2
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated grade is consistent with the project's scale. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides higher geological confidence

Evidence · table

“9.2”

Context: 1,138

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · platinumTonnes: 1138000000Grade: 245Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:6409597c3b4f5b7284d3
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1138000000
Grade
245
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated grade is consistent with the project's scale. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides higher geological confidence

Evidence · table

“245”

Context: 1,138

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · palladiumTonnes: 1138000000Grade: 1066Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:6409597c3b4f5b7284d3
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1138000000
Grade
1066
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated grade is consistent with the project's scale. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides higher geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1,066”

Context: 1,138

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · goldTonnes: 1138000000Grade: 120Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
gold
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:6409597c3b4f5b7284d3
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1138000000
Grade
120
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated grade is consistent with the project's scale. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides higher geological confidence

Evidence · table

“120”

Context: 1,138

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedSelkirk Project · silverTonnes: 1138000000Grade: 1818Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
silver
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:6409597c3b4f5b7284d3
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
1138000000
Grade
1818
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.66
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated grade is consistent with the project's scale. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Indicated category provides higher geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1,818”

Context: 1,138

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · nickelTonnes: 200000000Grade: 27Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
nickel
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:1ef13213a1ef58bc027a
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
200000000
Grade
27
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource provides additional upside but higher risk. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“27”

Context: 200

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · copperTonnes: 200000000Grade: 32Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
copper
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:1ef13213a1ef58bc027a
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
200000000
Grade
32
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource provides additional upside but higher risk. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“32”

Context: 200

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · cobaltTonnes: 200000000Grade: 1.6Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
cobalt
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:1ef13213a1ef58bc027a
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
200000000
Grade
1.6
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource provides additional upside but higher risk. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“1.6”

Context: 200

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · platinumTonnes: 200000000Grade: 45Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
platinum
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:1ef13213a1ef58bc027a
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
200000000
Grade
45
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource provides additional upside but higher risk. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“45”

Context: 200

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · palladiumTonnes: 200000000Grade: 193Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
palladium
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:1ef13213a1ef58bc027a
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
200000000
Grade
193
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource provides additional upside but higher risk. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“193”

Context: 200

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · goldTonnes: 200000000Grade: 25Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
gold
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:1ef13213a1ef58bc027a
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
200000000
Grade
25
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource provides additional upside but higher risk. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“25”

Context: 200

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredSelkirk Project · silverTonnes: 200000000Grade: 372Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Project
Selkirk Project
Commodity
silver
Region
botswana
Reported Region
Botswana
Ticker
NEXM

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-06-22T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101, sec_sk1300
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
J.C. Witley, Sharon Taylor
Resource group id
resource:1ef13213a1ef58bc027a
Deposit or zone
Selkirk Meta Gabbro
Mining method
underground

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
200000000
Grade
372
Grade Unit
g/t
Cutoff Grade
25
Cutoff Unit
US$/t NSR

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-06-22

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource provides additional upside but higher risk. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Negative factors

  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence

Evidence · table

“372”

Context: 200

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 Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is 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

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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.