Patriot Resources Limited (ASX: PAT) has expanded its Kitumba Project in Zambia, doubling the strike length at its main mineralised zone and identifying additional parallel structures — indicating a larger polymetallic copper-zinc-lead system than previously recognised.
The recent high-resolution ground magnetics and induced polarisation (IP) survey across a 30-hectare block at Target B1 confirmed the potential for a district-scale mineralised system, with strong geophysical anomalies mapping sulphide-associated mineralisation open in all directions.
Pending gold assay results from Phase 1 trenching add further upside to the project’s prospects.
The new survey results expanded the strike length of the main mineralised zone (Zone 1) from approximately 200 metres to 400 metres and identified two new parallel structures that considerably enlarge the mineralised footprint.
High-chargeability anomalies, ranging from 30 to 40 metres wide and reaching depths of about 100 metres, were mapped and remain open along strike and at depth.
These anomalies align with near-surface visible sulphide mineralisation confirmed in trenches, reinforcing the polymetallic Cu-Zn-Pb system’s extent.
The integrated geophysical data also revealed multiple low-magnetic, sulphide-associated and high-resistivity zones, indicative of structurally controlled mineralisation and quartz veining typical of polymetallic systems.
Executive Chairman Hugh Warner commented on the progress: “This is an excellent step forward at Kitumba.
“The geophysics has materially expanded the mineralised footprint and confirmed we are dealing with a much larger polymetallic system open in all directions, giving us strong confidence heading into Phase 2 trenching and subsequent drill planning.
“With gold assays still pending from Phase 1, we believe there is meaningful upside still to come at Target B1.”
Patriot is poised to begin Phase 2 trenching imminently to ground-truth key anomalies and refine high-priority drill targets.
Additionally, the company plans to extend its ground magnetics and IP survey grid to further test the strike and depth potential of the system, highlighting a strategic and methodical approach to advancing the Kitumba Project’s exploration phase.
Situated in Zambia’s Mumbwa district, the Kitumba Project is part of a highly prospective copper-gold region known for significant polymetallic mineralisation.
Patriot Resources has strengthened its strategic footprint in this district through acquisitions and consolidated landholdings, including an 80 per cent interest in associated exploration licences.
The region is notable for hosting copper deposits with notable infrastructure support and proximity to the Sinomine Kitumba Copper Mine, which holds mineral reserves of 31.5 million tonnes at 2.04 per cent copper and is expected to become the district’s largest producer.
The company’s exploration in Zambia benefits from an extensive geological database and historical data, with continued geophysical surveys and targeted drill programs planned to support a district-scale exploration strategy.
The polymetallic system at Kitumba, combining copper, zinc, and lead with pending gold assay results, represents a major opportunity at a time when demand for base and precious metals remains strong for various industries, including energy transition and electronics manufacturing.
