Zodiac Gold Intersects Near-Surface High-Grade Gold in First-Ever Drilling at Ben Ben, Confirming 1km Mineralized Trend Within a 16km District-Scale Trend
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- Zodiac Gold Inc.
- Ticker
- ZAU
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Liberia
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Drill results, Resource update
- Extracted
- 2026-09-17 06:46:57 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Zodiac Gold Inc. announced initial assay results from its first-ever diamond drilling program at the Ben Ben target in Liberia, part of the Todi Gold Project. The drilling confirmed near-surface, high-grade gold mineralization over a 1km strike length, with key intercepts including 14.85m at 1.55 g/t Au and 17.65m at 0.81 g/t Au, with several narrower high-grade zones up to 13.95 g/t Au. The company plans to scale up drilling and is targeting a Mineral Resource Estimate in Q4 2026, highlighting the project's open-pit potential and district-scale significance.
Reasoning: Initial drill results from the Ben Ben target are highly positive, confirming near-surface, high-grade gold mineralization over a 1km strike, validating the geological model and indicating significant open-pit potential within a larger district-scale trend. While collar data is from handheld GPS and true widths are not yet estimated, the overall results are a strong de-risking milestone for the project.
Positive factors
- First-ever drilling at a new target confirms significant gold mineralization.
- Multiple high-grade gold intercepts, including near-surface mineralization.
- Confirmation of a 1km mineralized trend within a larger 16km district-scale trend.
- Indication of compelling open-pit potential due to shallow mineralization and favorable geometry.
- Strong geological linkage to the nearby Arthington discovery, suggesting a connected system.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed, including certified lab and QP sign-off.
Negative factors
- Collar coordinates recorded using handheld GPS only, awaiting differential GPS survey.
- True thicknesses are not yet estimated, limiting understanding of geometry.
- Presence of arsenopyrite, which can be a deleterious element.
Facts used in scoring: 47
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 47. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (47)
BDD001Todi · goldGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD001
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.23
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 64 m
- To
- 65 m
- Hole Depth
- 176.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD001:64-65
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325214
- Northing
- 721882
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 40 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is weak and the width is narrow, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.23 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Narrow intercept length (1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.23”
Context: 1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD001Todi · goldGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD001
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.36
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3 m
- From
- 172.1 m
- To
- 175.1 m
- Hole Depth
- 176.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD001:172.1-175.1
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325214
- Northing
- 721882
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 40 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, with a weak grade for open-pit gold. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.36 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.36”
Context: 3
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 5.69Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.04 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 5.69
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.04 m
- From
- 43.96 m
- To
- 46 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:43.96-46
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows an exceptional gold grade near surface, which is highly positive for the project's potential. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (5.69 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Near-surface intercept (from 43.96m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.04m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“5.69”
Context: 2.04
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 13.95Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.79 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 13.95
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.79 m
- From
- 43.96 m
- To
- 44.75 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:43.96-44.75
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This very high-grade intercept, while narrow, is exceptional for open-pit gold and contributes significantly to the overall positive sentiment of the initial drilling program. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (13.95 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Near-surface intercept (from 43.96m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Very narrow intercept length (0.79m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“13.95”
Context: 0.79
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 0.32Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.32
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 53.6 m
- To
- 54.6 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:53.6-54.6
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is weak and the width is narrow, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.32 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Narrow intercept length (1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.32”
Context: 1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.21
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 10 m
- From
- 130 m
- To
- 140 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:130-140
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.21 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.21”
Context: 10
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.23
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 144 m
- To
- 146 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:144-146
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.23 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.23”
Context: 2
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 0.33Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.27 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.33
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 5.27 m
- From
- 150 m
- To
- 155.27 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:150-155.27
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.33 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.33”
Context: 5.27
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.65 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.6
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.65 m
- From
- 159.8 m
- To
- 163.45 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:159.8-163.45
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, with a weak grade for open-pit gold. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.6 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.6”
Context: 3.65
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.97 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.97 m
- From
- 172.03 m
- To
- 175 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:172.03-175
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.3 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.3”
Context: 2.97
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD002Todi · goldGrade: 0.31Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.91 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD002
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.31
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4.91 m
- From
- 179 m
- To
- 183.91 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.55 m
- Intercept Depth
- 43.96 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD002:179-183.91
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325057
- Northing
- 721968
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 66 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.31 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.31”
Context: 4.91
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD003Todi · goldGrade: 0.62Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD003
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.62
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 176 m
- To
- 177 m
- Hole Depth
- 277.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 176 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD003:176-177
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325179
- Northing
- 721834
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, with a weak grade for open-pit gold. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.62 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Narrow intercept length (1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.62”
Context: 1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD003Todi · goldGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD003
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.23
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 181 m
- To
- 183 m
- Hole Depth
- 277.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 176 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD003:181-183
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325179
- Northing
- 721834
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.23 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.23”
Context: 2
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD003Todi · goldGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD003
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.23
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 187 m
- To
- 188 m
- Hole Depth
- 277.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 176 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD003:187-188
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325179
- Northing
- 721834
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.23 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Narrow intercept length (1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.23”
Context: 1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD003Todi · goldGrade: 0.28Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD003
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.28
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 5 m
- From
- 191 m
- To
- 196 m
- Hole Depth
- 277.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 176 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD003:191-196
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325179
- Northing
- 721834
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.28 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.28”
Context: 5
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD003Todi · goldGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD003
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.25
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.3 m
- From
- 218.4 m
- To
- 219.7 m
- Hole Depth
- 277.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 176 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD003:218.4-219.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325179
- Northing
- 721834
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.25 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.25”
Context: 1.3
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD003Todi · goldGrade: 0.22Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD003
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.22
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.1 m
- From
- 221.9 m
- To
- 229 m
- Hole Depth
- 277.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 176 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD003:221.9-229
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325179
- Northing
- 721834
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.22 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.22”
Context: 7.1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD003Todi · goldGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.28 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD003
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.28 m
- From
- 230.9 m
- To
- 232.18 m
- Hole Depth
- 277.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 176 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD003:230.9-232.18
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325179
- Northing
- 721834
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 38 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is at the stated cut-off, indicating minimal economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is at the cut-off (0.2 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, indicating minimal economic significance.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.2”
Context: 1.28
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD004Todi · goldGrade: 0.96Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 11.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD004
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.96
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 11.45 m
- From
- 10 m
- To
- 21.45 m
- Hole Depth
- 155.25 m
- Intercept Depth
- 10 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD004:10-21.45
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325729
- Northing
- 721997
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 59 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept is significant due to its moderate grade over a good width and very shallow depth, supporting the open-pit potential of the Ben Ben target. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (0.96 g/t Au) over a good width (11.45m).
- Very shallow intercept (from 10m), indicating open-pit potential.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.96”
Context: 11.45
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD004Todi · goldGrade: 3.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.55 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD004
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.55 m
- From
- 19.45 m
- To
- 20 m
- Hole Depth
- 155.25 m
- Intercept Depth
- 10 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD004:19.45-20
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325729
- Northing
- 721997
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 59 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gold grade at a very shallow depth, contributing positively to the overall results despite its narrow width. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (3.2 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Very shallow intercept (from 19.45m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Very narrow intercept length (0.55m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“3.2”
Context: 0.55
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD004Todi · goldGrade: 0.34Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD004
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.34
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 6 m
- From
- 34 m
- To
- 40 m
- Hole Depth
- 155.25 m
- Intercept Depth
- 10 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD004:34-40
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325729
- Northing
- 721997
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 59 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, with a weak grade for open-pit gold. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.34 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.34”
Context: 6
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD004Todi · goldGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD004
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.56
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.1 m
- From
- 104.7 m
- To
- 105.8 m
- Hole Depth
- 155.25 m
- Intercept Depth
- 10 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD004:104.7-105.8
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325729
- Northing
- 721997
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 59 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, with a weak grade for open-pit gold. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.56 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Narrow intercept length (1.1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.56”
Context: 1.1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD004Todi · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.97 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD004
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.97 m
- From
- 139.03 m
- To
- 141 m
- Hole Depth
- 155.25 m
- Intercept Depth
- 10 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD004:139.03-141
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325729
- Northing
- 721997
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 59 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, with a weak grade for open-pit gold. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.5 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.5”
Context: 1.97
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD004Todi · goldGrade: 0.27Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD004
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.27
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.12 m
- From
- 151 m
- To
- 154.12 m
- Hole Depth
- 155.25 m
- Intercept Depth
- 10 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD004:151-154.12
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325729
- Northing
- 721997
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 59 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.27 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.27”
Context: 3.12
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD005Todi · goldGrade: 1.55Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14.85 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD005
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.55
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 14.85 m
- From
- 51.4 m
- To
- 66.25 m
- Hole Depth
- 186.35 m
- Intercept Depth
- 51.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD005:51.4-66.25
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325130
- Northing
- 721872
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 36 m
- Azimuth
- 30 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept is a strong positive, combining a moderate gold grade with a good width at a shallow depth, reinforcing the open-pit potential of the Ben Ben target. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (1.55 g/t Au) over a significant width (14.85m).
- Near-surface intercept (from 51.4m), indicating open-pit potential.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“1.55”
Context: 14.85
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD005Todi · goldGrade: 5.82Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.93 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD005
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 5.82
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.93 m
- From
- 55.4 m
- To
- 56.33 m
- Hole Depth
- 186.35 m
- Intercept Depth
- 51.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD005:55.4-56.33
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325130
- Northing
- 721872
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 36 m
- Azimuth
- 30 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows an exceptional gold grade near surface, which is highly positive for the project's potential. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (5.82 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Near-surface intercept (from 55.4m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Very narrow intercept length (0.93m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“5.82”
Context: 0.93
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD005Todi · goldGrade: 13.15Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD005
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 13.15
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.8 m
- From
- 58.3 m
- To
- 59.1 m
- Hole Depth
- 186.35 m
- Intercept Depth
- 51.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD005:58.3-59.1
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325130
- Northing
- 721872
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 36 m
- Azimuth
- 30 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This very high-grade intercept, while narrow, is exceptional for open-pit gold and contributes significantly to the overall positive sentiment of the initial drilling program. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (13.15 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Near-surface intercept (from 58.3m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Very narrow intercept length (0.8m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“13.15”
Context: 0.8
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD005Todi · goldGrade: 2.22Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.05 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD005
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.22
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.05 m
- From
- 65.2 m
- To
- 66.25 m
- Hole Depth
- 186.35 m
- Intercept Depth
- 51.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD005:65.2-66.25
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325130
- Northing
- 721872
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 36 m
- Azimuth
- 30 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gold grade near surface, contributing positively to the overall results despite its narrow width. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (2.22 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Near-surface intercept (from 65.2m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (1.05m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“2.22”
Context: 1.05
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD005Todi · goldGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD005
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.21
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 10.5 m
- From
- 150.5 m
- To
- 161 m
- Hole Depth
- 186.35 m
- Intercept Depth
- 51.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD005:150.5-161
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325130
- Northing
- 721872
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 36 m
- Azimuth
- 30 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.21 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.21”
Context: 10.5
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD005Todi · goldGrade: 0.32Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD005
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.32
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 10 m
- From
- 170.4 m
- To
- 180.4 m
- Hole Depth
- 186.35 m
- Intercept Depth
- 51.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD005:170.4-180.4
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325130
- Northing
- 721872
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 36 m
- Azimuth
- 30 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.32 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.32”
Context: 10
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD006Todi · goldGrade: 1.95Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.37 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD006
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.95
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.37 m
- From
- 23.4 m
- To
- 30.77 m
- Hole Depth
- 158.85 m
- Intercept Depth
- 23.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD006:23.4-30.77
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325904
- Northing
- 721885
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 71 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept is significant due to its moderate grade over a good width and very shallow depth, supporting the open-pit potential of the Ben Ben target. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (1.95 g/t Au) over a good width (7.37m).
- Very shallow intercept (from 23.4m), indicating open-pit potential.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“1.95”
Context: 7.37
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD006Todi · goldGrade: 2.81Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD006
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.81
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 24.4 m
- To
- 26.4 m
- Hole Depth
- 158.85 m
- Intercept Depth
- 23.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD006:24.4-26.4
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325904
- Northing
- 721885
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 71 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gold grade at a very shallow depth, contributing positively to the overall results despite its narrow width. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (2.81 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Very shallow intercept (from 24.4m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“2.81”
Context: 2
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD006Todi · goldGrade: 3.24Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.37 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD006
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.24
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.37 m
- From
- 28.4 m
- To
- 30.77 m
- Hole Depth
- 158.85 m
- Intercept Depth
- 23.4 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD006:28.4-30.77
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325904
- Northing
- 721885
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 71 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gold grade at a very shallow depth, contributing positively to the overall results despite its narrow width. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (3.24 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Very shallow intercept (from 28.4m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (2.37m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“3.24”
Context: 2.37
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD007Todi · goldGrade: 0.41Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.98 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD007
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.41
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.98 m
- From
- 57.02 m
- To
- 58 m
- Hole Depth
- 103.45 m
- Intercept Depth
- 57.02 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD007:57.02-58
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325081
- Northing
- 721883
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 35 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is weak and the width is very narrow, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.41 g/t Au) for open-pit gold.
- Very narrow intercept length (0.98m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.41”
Context: 0.98
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD007Todi · goldGrade: 0.69Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8.44 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD007
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.69
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 8.44 m
- From
- 60.1 m
- To
- 68.54 m
- Hole Depth
- 103.45 m
- Intercept Depth
- 57.02 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD007:60.1-68.54
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325081
- Northing
- 721883
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 35 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept is positive due to its good width at a shallow depth, despite the weak gold grade, supporting the open-pit potential of the Ben Ben target. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Weak gold grade (0.69 g/t Au) over a good width (8.44m).
- Near-surface intercept (from 60.1m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.69”
Context: 8.44
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD007Todi · goldGrade: 3.78Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD007
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.78
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 65 m
- To
- 66 m
- Hole Depth
- 103.45 m
- Intercept Depth
- 57.02 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD007:65-66
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325081
- Northing
- 721883
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 35 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gold grade at a shallow depth, contributing positively to the overall results despite its narrow width. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (3.78 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Near-surface intercept (from 65.0m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“3.78”
Context: 1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 0.24Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.66 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.24
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.66 m
- From
- 35.04 m
- To
- 37.7 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:35.04-37.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.24 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.24”
Context: 2.66
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 3.17Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.58 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.17
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.58 m
- From
- 45.11 m
- To
- 46.69 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:45.11-46.69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gold grade at a shallow depth, contributing positively to the overall results despite its narrow width. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (3.17 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Near-surface intercept (from 45.11m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (1.58m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“3.17”
Context: 1.58
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 6.56Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.69 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 6.56
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.69 m
- From
- 46 m
- To
- 46.69 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:46-46.69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This very high-grade intercept, while narrow, is exceptional for open-pit gold and contributes significantly to the overall positive sentiment of the initial drilling program. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (6.56 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Near-surface intercept (from 46.0m).
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Very narrow intercept length (0.69m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“6.56”
Context: 0.69
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 0.24Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.24
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 51 m
- To
- 52 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:51-52
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.24 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Narrow intercept length (1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.24”
Context: 1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.55 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.21
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.55 m
- From
- 54.15 m
- To
- 57.7 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:54.15-57.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.21 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.21”
Context: 3.55
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 0.22Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.22
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 94.5 m
- To
- 95.5 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:94.5-95.5
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.22 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Narrow intercept length (1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.22”
Context: 1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 0.46Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9.75 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.46
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 9.75 m
- From
- 112.25 m
- To
- 122 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:112.25-122
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept is positive due to its good width, despite the weak gold grade, confirming mineralization in the initial drilling phase. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Weak gold grade (0.46 g/t Au) over a good width (9.75m).
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.46”
Context: 9.75
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 0.28Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.28
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 8.1 m
- From
- 158.6 m
- To
- 166.7 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:158.6-166.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms gold mineralization in the initial drilling phase, but the grade is very low, barely above the stated cut-off, indicating limited economic significance for this specific interval. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Grade is weak (0.28 g/t Au) for open-pit gold, barely above cut-off.
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.28”
Context: 8.1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.94 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.56
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 5.94 m
- From
- 175.06 m
- To
- 181 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:175.06-181
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept is positive due to its good width, despite the weak gold grade, confirming mineralization in the initial drilling phase. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Weak gold grade (0.56 g/t Au) over a good width (5.94m).
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.56”
Context: 5.94
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD008Todi · goldGrade: 1.74Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD008
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.74
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 177 m
- To
- 178 m
- Hole Depth
- 183.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 35.04 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD008:177-178
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 326033
- Northing
- 721688
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 55 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate gold grade, contributing positively to the overall results despite its narrow width. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (1.74 g/t Au) for open-pit mining.
- Intercept confirms gold mineralization in first-ever drilling at Ben Ben.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Narrow intercept length (1m).
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“1.74”
Context: 1
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
BDD009Todi · goldGrade: 0.81Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 17.65 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BDD009
- Project
- Todi
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- liberia
- Reported Region
- liberia
- Ticker
- ZAU
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.81
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 17.65 m
- From
- 33 m
- To
- 50.65 m
- Hole Depth
- 172.85 m
- Intercept Depth
- 33 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BDD009:33-50.65
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 325701
- Northing
- 721955
- CRS
- WGS84
- Elevation
- 53 m
- Azimuth
- 35 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- medium
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Geochemistry
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- Yes
- Deleterious Elements
- arsenic
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Max Dilution
- 2 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept is a strong positive, combining a moderate gold grade with a significant width at a shallow depth, reinforcing the open-pit potential of the Ben Ben target. Novelty is high as it's from the first-ever drilling.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (0.81 g/t Au) over a significant width (17.65m).
- Near-surface intercept (from 33m), indicating open-pit potential.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed.
Negative factors
- Collar coordinates from handheld GPS, awaiting survey.
- True thickness not estimated.
Evidence · table
“0.81”
Context: 17.65
Tags used in scoring
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are drilled rather than true thicknesses. True thicknesses cannot be accurately estimated given the early stage of drilling.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“significant intersections have been determined as intervals above 0.2 g/t Au with a minimum length of 1m and a maximum of 2m of consecutive samples below 0.2 g/t Au.”
Deleterious Elements Presentnegative
A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.
Why it applies: Presence of arsenopyrite noted in the release.
Evidence · text
“Mineralization is associated with a sulphide assemblage of pyrite, arsenopyrite, pyrrhotite and chalcopyrite”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Ben Ben is located just 1.3 kilometres along strike to the southwest, from the Company's Arthington discovery and lies w"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, and stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates, check assays).
Evidence · text
“QA/QC procedures included the addition of CRM, blank and duplicate samples to the sample sequence. The assays of these samples are checked regularly to ensure that results meet acceptable standards. Qualified Person Tom Dowrick, Director of Exploration at Zodiac Gold, is a Chartered Geologist of the Geological Society of London and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information contained in this release. ALS Geochemistry is independent of Zodiac Gold and is accredited for method Au-AA26.”
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