LONDON: IronRidge Resources Limited, the African focussed minerals exploration company, reported the commencement of a second phase drill programme at the Zaranou Gold Project in Côte d’Ivoire.

The license borders with Ghana and is along strike from significant operating gold mines including Chirano (5Moz), Bibiani (5.5Moz) and Ahafo (17Moz).

Commenting on the Company’s latest progress, Len Kolff, Chief Operating Officer of IronRidge, said: “We are excited to commence our second phase drill programme at Zaranou, and to build on the strong results released from the first phase drill programme.

“The scale of the Zaranou system is impressive, with hard-rock artisanal workings mapped over a 16km strike and soil anomalism defining over 47km strike of prospective structure.

“To date we have only drill tested 8km strike in wide-spaced AC traverses and RC holes; now we will focus on a 3km zone within the area to test mineralisation continuity.

“After a short period of operations shut-down, we have carefully reviewed in-country operational procedures, discussed operational impacts with key stakeholders and communities, and implemented a COVID-19 management plan allowing us to safely resume work.

“The Board is delighted with the progress that the Company has made in 2020 to date and looks forward to keeping shareholders updated as further news becomes available.”