Core Viewpoint - Midnight Sun Mining Corp. has confirmed significant copper mineralization at the Dumbwa Target through initial drilling results, indicating a promising exploration phase for the company [1][4]. Summary by Sections Initial Drilling Results - The initial intercepts at the Dumbwa Target include 39.7 meters of 0.51% copper, with notable sections of 7.0 meters at 1.13% copper and 25.9 meters at 0.48% copper [1][2]. - Hole DBW-25-003 intercepted 0.48% Cu over 25.9 meters and 0.29% Cu over 5.2 meters, while hole DBW-25-007 intercepted 0.51% Cu over 39.7 meters, including 1.13% Cu over 7.0 meters [2][4]. Geological Insights - The mineralization occurs within near-vertical shear zones, with copper sulphides predominantly consisting of bornite, chalcopyrite, and chalcocite [5][8]. - The geological model suggests multiple near-vertical, parallel to sub-parallel shear zones that remain open to further exploration along the ~20-kilometer strike length of the target area [8][14]. Future Exploration Plans - Following the initial holes, additional drilling (DBW-25-009 and DBW-25-010) was conducted to assess the lateral extent of the mineralization and confirm the orientation of the shear zones [6][7]. - The results from the step-out holes confirmed the presence of multiple parallel shear zones and indicated broad intervals of mineralization [7][8]. Company Background - Midnight Sun is focused on exploring the Solwezi Project in Zambia, situated in a highly prospective area of the Zambia-Congo Copperbelt, surrounded by significant copper mining operations [14].
Midnight Sun Confirms Dumbwa System With Initial Copper Intercepts