Avanti Gold Appoints Mohamed Cisse as CEO; Exploration Team and CEO Conduct Site Visit to Misisi

Core Insights - Avanti Gold Corp. has successfully completed a site visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for its Misisi Project, engaging with key stakeholders and assessing operational logistics [1][10] - Mohamed Cisse has been officially appointed as CEO, bringing extensive experience in mining operations and stakeholder engagement in the DRC and Mali [2][27] - The Misisi Project includes the Akyanga Deposit, which has an Inferred Mineral Resource of 40.8 million tonnes at an average grade of 2.37 g/t gold, totaling approximately 3.11 million ounces [21][30] Company Developments - The exploration team, led by CEO Mohamed Cisse, visited Lubumbashi, Kalemie, and Misisi to initiate community engagement and secure support for the exploration program [1][10] - The company is committed to responsible operations, focusing on community engagement, environmental protection, and creating local job opportunities [6][7][8] - Avanti plans to launch a 2026 drilling program with a total of approximately 42,000 meters of diamond drilling, divided into two phases [22][24] Community Engagement - The company aims to build trust with local communities through open communication and addressing concerns, ensuring that the exploration project benefits everyone involved [8][12] - Meetings with local leaders and stakeholders have been conducted to promote transparency and cooperation, with a focus on local hiring and training initiatives [14][15] - The community engagement framework will guide the development of a community development plan, ensuring alignment with local needs and expectations [10][11] Exploration and Drilling Plans - The initial Phase 1 exploration program will involve approximately 15,000 meters of drilling, focusing on expanding the Akyanga deposit and testing high-priority targets [24][25] - Phase 2 of the drilling program is expected to commence in late Q3-2026, with an additional 27,000 meters planned to further explore resource extensions [25][26] - The company has mobilized four drill rigs to the Misisi site, with preparations for the exploration activities underway [35]