AEMG LTD Partners with GGSA for Cutting-Edge XRF Analysis

AEMG LTD continues to push the boundaries of mineral exploration with our ongoing iron ore drilling project at the Gyamurume Block, Oti Region, Ghana. In a significant step forward, we invited the Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) to conduct advanced X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) analysis on the diamond drill cores, using state-of-the-art equipment to unlock critical data on the mineral composition.

The XRF analysis was performed using the Olympus Vanta M Series handheld analyzer, equipped with a Rh anode 50KV X-ray tube and a large-area silicon drift detector (SDD), providing superior accuracy and precision. A total of 692 scanning points were logged across three drill holes (GYDD001AB, GYDD001A, GYDD002), capturing a wealth of information for the ongoing Mineral Resource Estimation (MRE).

Our team meticulously filtered the data to remove errors such as double shooting and duplicate entries, ensuring only the most accurate results were incorporated. These results were integrated with the lithological data from the drill cores to provide a clearer understanding of the geology beneath the surface.

Early results from the XRF analysis revealed promising signs of iron ore mineralization, particularly in hole GYDD002, which returned the highest average iron values. This hole yielded an average of 63.60 wt.% Fe₂O₃ (44.48 wt.% Fe), demonstrating significant iron enrichment in the Banded Iron Formation (BIF) and other associated layers.

The findings also confirmed the presence of previously unidentified shale above the BIF in hole GYDD002, which was not visible at the surface but appears to extend across a larger area. This discovery aligns with the unpublished geological mapping data from GGSA (Awuah et al., 2022) and adds new layers of information to the region's geological profile.

This collaboration with GGSA and the use of cutting-edge XRF technology reinforces AEMG LTD's commitment to leveraging innovation in mineral exploration. The insights gained will significantly enhance our understanding of the Gyamurume Block, paving the way for the next phases of exploration and resource estimation.