Mako Gold's scout drilling program at Tchaga North delivers promising results

Mako Gold Limited (ASX: $MKG) has announced the successful completion of a 1,200m scout drill program at Tchaga North on the Company's 90% owned flagship Napié Project in Côte d'Ivoire. The program targeted high-grade gold zones identified by recent mapping and trenching programs within the large Tchaga North area, resulting in the confirmation of shallow, high-grade gold at the Deep Artisanal Mining Site and the Discovery Zone.

Executive commentary on Tchaga North scout drilling results

The results returned from the 1,200m scout drilling program confirms Tchaga North as one of the zones to focus on for adding potential ounces to our current 868,000oz maiden resource. There is little to no outcrop at Napié, therefore the confirmation of high-grade gold in drill holes at various prospects within Tchaga North provides a good starting point for further drilling at depth, and along strike. Of particular interest is the Deep Artisanal Mining Site where the southeasterly direction of the workings returned strong drill results which align with previous high-grade rock chip samples with values up to 76g/t gold. This has delineated a 1.2km mineralised corridor which warrants further drill testing.

Summary of Tchaga North scout drilling results and outlook

Mako Gold's scout drilling program at Tchaga North has delivered promising shallow, high-grade gold results, confirming the prospect as a significant target for further exploration. The results indicate the potential for adding ounces to the Company's current 868,000oz maiden resource. The confirmation of high-grade gold in drill holes at various prospects within Tchaga North provides a solid foundation for further drilling at depth and along strike. The delineation of a 1.2km mineralised corridor at the Deep Artisanal Mining Site presents an excellent opportunity for additional drill testing. Mako Gold's focus on advancing its flagship Napié Project in Côte d'Ivoire demonstrates the Company's commitment to delivering significant high-grade gold discoveries in the region.