African Gold Group, Inc. Updated Resources Estimate for Kobada Gold Project Surges to 2.3 Million Oz Au "Measured & Indicated...
18 Junio 2013 - 8:00AM
Marketwired Canada
African Gold Group, Inc., (TSX VENTURE:AGG) ("AGG" or the "Company") is pleased
to announce the results of a NI 43-101 compliant updated resources estimate for
AGG's Kobada gold project. The resources estimate is based on the analytical
results of 108,074 samples derived from a total of 1,035 drill holes consisting
of both reverse circulation ("RC") and diamond drill holes ("DD"), at Kobada,
Mali.
Highlights
-- 2,306,000 Oz Au Measured and Indicated resources (contained within 80.61
million tonnes at 0.87 g/t Au using a 0.3 g/t Au cutoff) derived from
drilling on 25m x 25m centers over a total of 3,200 meters of strike
length between sections 600S and 3,800S, representing an 88% increase in
infill drilled strike length relative to the 1,700 meters of strike
length reported in the 2011 Inferred resource estimate.
-- 542,000 Oz Au Inferred Resource (contained within 17.88 million tonnes
at 0.94 g/t Au, using a 0.3 g/t Au cutoff), predominantly contained from
within the Sulphide portion of Zone 1. Included, 186,000 Inferred ounces
reported for the Foroko North Deposit (5.16 million tonnes at 1.13 g/t
Au at a 0.3 g/t Au cutoff). Foroko North is a satellite deposit situated
on a separate and distinct structure from Zone 1. It represents one of
seven airborne geophysical targets generated by the 2010 airborne
survey.
-- Average grade of 0.87 g/t Au reported in the updated resources estimate
represents a 10% increase in grade as compared to the average grade of
0.79 g/t Au reported in the 2011 resource estimate that formed part of
AGG's PEA.
-- Further potential remains to significantly increase both the oxide and
sulphide resources along strike and at depth for both Kobada, Zone 1 and
Foroko North deposits and elsewhere on the 215 sq km concession where
airborne geophysical and geochemical anomalies coincide with extensive
areas of gold diggings.
AGG Director, Pierre Lalande states, "I have several reasons to be extremely
pleased with the results of this updated resources estimate. For one, we have
successfully migrated 100% of our 2011 Inferred resource into the Measured and
Indicated category. In addition, infill drilling strike extensions to both the
north and south of our 2011 resource has more than doubled the ounces we
reported in 2011, all of which is contained within the Measured and Indicated
category. Furthermore, we are reporting a 10% increase in our average grade,
relative to our 2011 resource estimate."
"I am confident that our significant growth trajectory at Kobada remains intact
and will continue as we move forward. I note the Kobada and Foroko North
deposits remain open along strike and at depth. More specifically, approximately
55% or seven kilometers of the Kobada structural shear, containing coincident
geophysical and geochemical anomalies, has yet to be drill tested. In addition,
both geophysics and geochemistry indicate the potential for mineralized shears
that lie parallel to the Zone 1 deposit and this distinct potential has yet to
be drill tested. It is my professional opinion that further exploration
initiatives hold the potential to at least double the size of the resources
being reported at Kobada today," states Lalande.
"On a technical note, a characteristic of the Kobada deposit is the significant
amount of coarse gold that is contained within the deposit and surrounding
environment. The extent of artisanal gold diggings, our preliminary
metallurgical studies and the comparative results derived from our QA/QC
programs that form part of our drill campaigns, dating back to 2005, all
highlight the large statistical "nugget effect." Lalande explains, "It is
important to increase both the "sample support" (volume of material) and
"aliquot" (amount of material actually analyzed) to counteract the "nugget
effect" at Kobada. Since 2009, AGG commenced both a higher grid density of
drilling with larger diameter holes and employed analytical procedures using
larger amounts of material subjected to analysis (Leachwell on 2,000 g versus
Fire Assay on 50 g). Our 2012 Feasibility Study drill program increased drill
density to 25 meter centers from the 50 meter centers (reported in 2011). All
drill analysis was based on 2,000 g Leachwell and it is this protocol
combination that has resulted in AGG reporting a 10% increase in gold grade,
relative to our 2011 resource estimate" continues Lalande.
In conclusion, "I have in excess of 30 years of working experience in West
Africa and have participated in the development of numerous lateritic deposits,
of which seven (7) are now in production, including Sadiola and Yatela, during
my tenure as Chief Geologist for IAMGOLD Corporation. My experience has taught
me that each of these seven deposits have demonstrated a range of small to
significant "nugget effect". I can state with confidence that Kobada has a
significant "nugget effect" and this is supported by all of the bulk
metallurgical tests we have conducted to date. It remains my strong conviction
that Kobada is destined to become a producing mine and I predict it will be a
highly profitable, low cost, gravimetric operation," states AGG Director, Pierre
Lalande, P.Geo.
June, 2013 Revised Resource Estimate For The Kobada Deposit, Mali, West
Africa, Prepared By Bumigeme Inc.
Table 1
Zone 1, Oxide
Measured
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Cutoff g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 66.91 0.73 1,569,956
0.3 49.89 0.90 1,436,074
0.5 30.85 1.21 1,198,853
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Indicated
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Cutoff g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 13.13 0.59 247,799
0.3 9.18 0.73 216,370
0.5 4.46 1.11 158,570
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Measured + Indicated
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Cutoff g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 80.04 0.71 1,817,755
0.3 59.07 0.87 1,652,444
0.5 35.31 1.20 1,357,423
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Inferred
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Cutoff g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 4.57 0.45 66,280
0.3 2.86 0.57 52,419
0.5 0.97 0.93 29,096
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Table 2
Zone 1, Sulphide
Measured
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Cutoff g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 12.51 0.74 299 100
0.3 9.28 0.92 273 600
0.5 5,58 1.27 228 100
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Indicated
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Cut g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 16.29 0.79 412 500
0.3 12.26 0.97 380 600
0.5 7.24 1.37 318 900
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Measured + Indicated
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Cutoff g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 28.8 0.77 711 600
0.3 21.54 0.94 654 200
0.5 12.82 1,33 547 000
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Inferred
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Cutoff g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 13,49 0.77 332 100
0.3 9.86 0.96 303 300
0.5 5.26 1.46 246 700
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Table 3
Foroko North
Inferred
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Cutoff g/t Tonnage Mt Grade g/t Au Ounce
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0.2 7.09 0.89 202,160
0.3 5.16 1.13 186,585
0.5 2.90 1.69 157,681
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Notes:
1. CIM definitions were followed for Mineral Resources.
2. The numbers may not add up due to rounding.
3. There are no known risks that could materially affect potential
development.
Mineral Resource Estimate Parameters And Methodology
A unitary block model type of evaluation is used for the evaluation.
The software used is Encom Discover 2011.
Parameter
-- Block: 10x10x10m
-- Interpolation method: IDW (Inverse distance weighting)
-- Search ellipse parameter: 80x80x20m (axes; Y. Z. X)
-- Ellipse orientation:
-- Azimuth: 20 degrees
-- Inclination (plunge): 0 degrees
-- Tilt (dip): 90 degrees
-- Sample influence (power parameter): Gaussian over 20m.
-- Minimal block estimate assay sample: 1
-- Maximal block estimate assay samples: 16
-- Inferred sample spatial density 50 to 99 ppm (1 assay for 10 to 20
blocks)
-- Indicated sample spatial density 100 to 199 ppm (1 assay for 5 to 10
blocks)
-- Measured sample spatial density greater than 200 ppm (1 assay for 1 to 5
blocks)
-- Density: 1.9 t/m3 for the oxide level and 2.2 t/m3 for the
transition/sulphide level.
The Kobada gold project database used for this mineral resources estimate
contains drill holes up to July 15, 2012.
The updated resources estimate was prepared by Mr. Jacques Marchand, P. Eng.,
under contract to Bumigeme Inc. Mr. Marchand is a "Qualified Person" ("QP")
under the standards set forth in National Instrument 43-101.
Mr. Pierre Lalande, P. Geo, an AGG Director, is the Company's designated QP for
the purposes of reviewing the content of this release. All parties have reviewed
and approved their respective content of this press release.
African Gold Group, Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, is fully focused on
transitioning from an exploration / development company into a gold producer. In
conjunction with this objective, a full Feasibility Study is currently underway
for AGG's Kobada, Mali gold project. The Company is projecting the Feasibility
Study will be completed in Q3/2014, at which time, the Company will submit an
application to obtain an Exploitation License to the appropriate Malian
authorities.
Additional Information is available on the Company's website at
www.africangoldgroup.com and on www.sedar.com and through the Company's offices
at: Sun Life Financial Tower, Suite 2518, 150 King St. West, Toronto, Canada M5H
1J9
On Behalf of the Board:
Michael A. J. Nikiforuk, President, Director
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
African Gold Group, Inc.
Michael A. J. Nikiforuk
President, Director
(647) 288-0453
majn@africangoldgroup.com
www.africangoldgroup.com
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