HIGHLIGHTS
- 2,416 metres of RC drilling in 28 holes completed over the BBM satellite targets, with initial results expected in Q2 2025.
- The program comprised of 4 scout drill lines consisting of approximately 7 shallow RC holes over higher order geochemical anomalies within the BBM trend.
- Satellite targets hold potential for new discoveries within 1 to 3 kilometres from BBM.
- Awalé also awaits results from drilling at the Charger, Empire, Fremen, and Lando targets.
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - April 2, 2025) - Awalé Resources Limited (TSXV: ARIC) ("Awalé" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the completion of a 28-hole, 2,416-metre reverse circulation ("RC") scout drill program targeting potential satellite mineralization along strike from the BBM discovery at the Odienné Project ("Odienné" or the "Project") in Côte d'Ivoire. These targets represent new prospective zones for potential discoveries in close proximity to BBM, which have been drilled as part of a broader 18,000m drill campaign across multiple targets at the Project.
The BBM discovery and its potential satellite targets reported in this release lie along the same structural corridor spanning over 15km, extending from Awalé's 100%-owned Fremen target in the southeast to the Lando target in the northwest. The satellite target program comprised 4 scout RC drill lines consisting of approximately 7 shallow RC holes per line over higher order geochemical anomalies within the BBM trend (see Figure 1 below). Each drill fence is targeting a potential satellite discovery within 1 to 3 kilometres of the BBM discovery zone. A recently completed Induced Polarization ("IP") geophysics survey along the BBM trend helped refine the drill program by delineating structural targets coincident with the Company's soil and termitaria anomalies. The RC drilling and IP surveys are a continuation of the previously announced 5km IP survey at the Fremen target (see February 11, 2025 news release). Assays from this program are expected in Q2 2025. The Company also eagerly awaits results from drilling at the Charger, Empire, Fremen, and Lando targets throughout the second quarter of 2025.
"Exploration is advancing rapidly at the Odienné Project, where the Company is close to completing a 18,000-metre diamond and RC drill program. The RC drill program commenced at the Fremen target and has since progressed onto the properties joint ventured with Newmont, where we have recently completed 28 holes over potential satellite targets in close proximity to the BBM discovery. Satellite discoveries near BBM represent potential incremental resources for the BBM zone. We look forward to releasing results from this program in Q2 2025. Since completion of this program, the rigs have mobilized to the Lando target, the last target from our 18,000m program, where Awalé will continue to apply its disciplined, systematic exploration approach as it works to unlock new discoveries and deliver long-term value for shareholders," commented Andrew Chubb, CEO of Awalé Resources.
Figure 1: Induced Polarization 'Chargeability' image with the BBM and Fremen targets shown. Scout drill lines for the BBM target are shown as black lines.
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About Awalé Resources
Awalé is a diligent and systematic mineral exploration company focused on discovering large high-grade gold and copper-gold deposits. Exploration activities are currently underway in the underexplored regions of Côte d'Ivoire, where the Company is exploring the Odienné Copper-Gold Project ("Odienné" or the "Project"), covering 2,489 km2 across seven permits. This includes 796 km2 in two permits held under the Awalé-Newmont Joint Venture ("OJV"). Awalé manages all exploration activities over the OJV, with funding provided by Newmont Joint Ventures Limited ("Newmont").
Awalé has discovered four gold, gold-copper, and gold-copper-silver-molybdenum mineralized systems within the OJV and has recently commenced exploration on its 100%-owned properties following an $11.5 million capital raise in April 2024.
The Odienné Project is underexplored and has multiple pipeline prospects with similar geochemical signatures to Iron Oxide Copper Gold (IOCG) and intrusive-related mineral systems with substantial upside potential. The Company benefits from a skilled and well-seasoned technical team that allows it to continue exploring in a pro-mining jurisdiction that offers significant potential for district-scale discoveries.
Abbreviations Used in this Release
| IP | Induced Polarization |
| km | Kilometres |
| m | Metres |
| RC | Reverse circulation |
Qualified Person
The technical and scientific information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved for release by Andrew Chubb, the Company's Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101. Mr. Chubb is the Company's Chief Executive Officer and holds an Economic Geology degree, is a Member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (AIG), and is a Member of the Society of Economic Geoscientists (SEG). Mr. Chubb has over 25 years of experience in international mineral exploration and mining project evaluation.
AWALÉ Resources Limited
On behalf of the Board of Directors
"Andrew Chubb"
Chief Executive Officer
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Andrew Chubb, CEO
(+356) 99139117
a.chubb@awaleresources.com
Ardem Keshishian, VP Corporate Development
+1 (416) 471-5463
a.keshishian@awaleresources.com
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Forward-Looking Information
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SOURCE: Awale Resources Ltd.
