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This period was marked with significant advancements in exploration and geological understanding of our flagship project, reinforcing the Company’s commitment to developing sustainable and highly productive exploration operations.
2020 Overview
The year 2020 laid the groundwork for
Activity Type | Details | Results |
Soil Geochemistry Expansion | Expanded coverage area for better resolution of mineralization. | Identified new zones with high Cu and Ag potential. |
Initiation of deep core drilling to test mineralization depth. | Confirmed extension of copper porphyry at depth. | |
Geophysical Surveys | Conducted drone magnetic survey to outline large intrusive complexes. | Outlined new copper intrusive centers significant for exploration. |
Discovery of Copper Porphyry | New copper porphyry center discovered through targeted drilling. | High-grade copper zones confirmed, enhancing the overall asset value of Majuba Hill. |
Table 1: Summary of 2020 Geological Activities and Findings at Majuba Hill Porphyry Copper Deposit
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Figure 1: Historic exploration data includes drilling, surface rock chip sampling, and surface soil sampling.
2021 Developments
In 2021, the Company's geological team focused on deepening geological understanding and expanding the known mineralized zones. The integration of different drilling techniques and the extensive private land led to the discovery of additional copper oxide zones and the confirmation of the deposit's depthextension. Noteworthy progress includes the successful drilling of two deep core holes, which continued to reveal the deposit’s potential at greater depths.
Core holes MHB-20 (1017 ft/310 meters) and MHB-22 (1802.5/549.4 meters) discovered the previously unknown granodiorite and diorite intrusive. The rhyolite intrusive, which hosts mineralization in the historic mine area at Majuba was found in cross-cutting relationship with the granodiorite and diorite. Multiple overlapping porphyry alteration events were noted throughout the granodiorite core. In addition to widespread propylitic and phyllic alteration their appears to be extensive potassic alteration and magnetite bearing quartz veining. Additionally, a second type of tourmaline has been noted. The relationship of the granodiorite and the rhyolite intrusive combined with the widespread IP geophysics indicate very high potential for a large, copper porphyry at Majuba Hill.
MHB-22 intersected anomalous copper at 1704 feet (519.3 meters) with 70 feet (21.3 meters) greater than 100 ppm.
2022 Achievements
The year 2022 was transformative for Majuba Hill, marked by the completion of the most ambitious drilling program to date and the initiation of a comprehensive long-term environmental planning program. The Company reported the longest intercepts of copper mineralization ever drilled at Majuba Hill, alongside significant findings of silver, gold, and molybdenum. These results have been crucial to refining the Company's exploration targets, as shown in Table 2 and Figure 2.
Result Highlights
MHB-27: 1136 ft (346.3 m) @ 0.25% CuEQ starting at 710 ft (216.4 m) including:
834 ft (254.2 m) @ 0.31% CuEQ from 750 to 1584 (228.6-482.8 m)
119 ft (36.3 m) @0.14% CuEQ from 1727-1846 ft (526.4-562.7m)
MHB-28: 1287 ft (392 m) @ 0.30% CuEQ starting at 245 ft (74.7 m), including:
652 ft (198.7 m) @ 0.33% CuEQ from 595 to 1247 ft
192 ft (58.5 m) @ 0.21% CuEQ from 1340 to 1532 ft
105 ft (32 m) @ 0.18% CuEQ from 1542 to 1647 ft
MHB-29: Intersected granodiorite porphyry at 3403 ft (1037 m). The entire hole is mineralized with 3607 ft (1099.4 m) @ 0.05% CuEQ from 0 to 3607 ft.
Strong potassic alteration that is overprinted by pervasive propylitization.
Zoning within the
Majuba Target Zone indicates MHB-29 is southwest of the main mineralized zone.Intersected 26 intervals greater than 0.20% CuEQ.
MHB-27 is mineralized throughout the entire hole with 3500 feet (1066.8 m) @ 0.18% CuEQ1 from 0-3500 feet (0-1066.8 m).
Further details can be found in
Figure 2: Cross Section 375879E: Holes MHB-27 and MHB-29
Drill Hole | Total Mineralization | Details Including Depth and CuEQ1Percentages | Additional Notes |
MHB-27 | 1136 ft (346.3 m) @ 0.25% CuEQ starting at 710 ft. (216.4 m) | - 834 ft (254.2 m) @ 0.31% CuEQ from 750 ft to 1584 ft (228.6-482.8 m) - 119 ft. (36.3 m) @ 0.14% CuEQ from 1727 ft to 1846 ft (526.4-562.7 m) | Supergene enrichment down to at least 1420 ft (432.8 m). Presence of “A,” “B, and “D” type veins. Trace element geochemistry zoning (Mo, Zn, Bi) |
MHB-28 | 1287 ft (392 m) @ 0.30% CuEQ starting at 245 ft. (74.7 m) | - 652 ft (198.7 m) @ 0.33% CuEQ from 595 ft to 1247 ft. - 192 ft. (58.5 m) @ 0.21% CuEQ from 1340 ft to 1532 ft. - 105 ft (32 m) @ 0.18% CuEQ from 1542 ft to 1647 ft. | Same as MHB-27 |
MHB-29 | 3607 ft (1099.4 m) @ 0.05% CuEQ from 0 to 3607 ft. | Intersected granodiorite porphyry at 3403 ft. (1037 m) | Located southwest of the main mineralized zone. Strong potassic alteration with pervasive propylitization. Intersected 26 intervals >0.20% CuEQ |
Table 2: The table provides a structured summary of the mineralization details, including depth and copper equivalent percentages for each drill hole, as well as additional geological insights and characteristics common to the three drill holes. (1Copper equivalent (CuEQ) values were calculatedby combining the assay values for copper, silver, gold, molybdenum, lead, and zinc using an interval-weighted calculation based on metal prices taken from Kitco.com and DailyMetalPrice.com on
2023 Milestones
The year 2023 was transformative,
The completion of the NI 43-101 report not only affirmed the previous findings but also identified additional exploration targets. This pivotal document has provided the Company with a clear path forward to potentially elevate (advance?) Majuba Hill from an exploration project to a mine development project. Insights into this significant development are provided in the
The Report was authored by
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Figure 3: Copper - USD/lb.
Model(1) | Tonnes (Bickel, 2023) | (Bickel, 2023) | Calculated |
Exploration Target - All | 50,000,000 to 100,000,000 | 0.15% to 0.30% | 165,000,000 to 660,000,000 |
Exploration Target - High Grade | 10,000,000 to 20,000,000 | 0.40% to 0.80% | 88,185,000 to 352,739,000 |
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Table 3: Summary of Exploration Targets at Majuba Hill by Bickel (2023): Tonnage and Copper Grade Estimates
E.L. "Buster" Hunsaker III, CPG 8137, a non-independent consulting geologist for the company, added, "The geological data we've collected from 2020 to 2023 has been instrumental in enhancing our understanding of the Majuba Hill deposit. The consistency and richness of the mineralization confirm the exceptional quality and promise of this site."
Exploration
An exploration corridor has been identified as a key focus area, integrating insights from both recent and historical drilling, geochemical analysis, and geophysical surveys. Core drilling has revealed a substantial oxide zone that outcrops at the surface and reaches depths of up to 1,804 ft. (550 m). Notably, this zone overlies deeper segments where native copper indicates significant mineral enrichment.
Looking forward to this year and beyond, the Company is preparing for a pivotal exploration year in 2024. The company plans extensive drilling operations to thoroughly investigate the vertical and lateral extents of copper mineralization. These enhanced exploration efforts are poised to play a crucial role in delineating the full potential and guiding the future development of the
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Figure 4: MHB-9:980 ft (298.6 meters) Native Copper
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Figure 5: MHB-2: 111.5 to 120.5 feet (34.0 to 36.7 meters)
Exploration Program 2024
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Figure 6: Giant Mining grade domain with recent, historic and planned drilling.
Additionally,
By advancing this metallurgical study, the Company seeks to deepen its understanding of the Majuba Hill orebody, leading to more informed decisions about the project’s development and ensuring that any future extraction process is both efficient and environmentally responsible. This initiative aligns with the Company’s commitment to leveraging advanced scientific techniques to support sustainable mining practices.
Qualified Person
The scientific and technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by E.L. "Buster" Hunsaker III, CPG 8137, a non-independent consulting geologist who is a "Qualified Person" as such term is defined under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43- 101").
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