Aurum Resources has significantly boosted its gold resources in Boundiali, reflecting strong project potential.
The company announced an increase in total gold resources to 3.22 million ounces, marking a 6% rise from previous estimates. Notably, indicated resources surged 24% to 1.70 million ounces, enhancing the project’s development outlook.
Aurum Resources Expands Boundiali Gold Project
Aurum Resources has released an updated mineral resource estimate for its Boundiali gold project. The total resources now stand at 3.22 million ounces, a notable increase from 3.03 million ounces reported in February 2026. This growth follows extensive drilling efforts over several months.
Indicated resources, which are considered more reliable due to denser drilling data, rose by 330,000 ounces. This increase is crucial for assessing the project’s economic viability and development potential.
Metrics on Boundiali Gold Resources
- 3.22 million ounces of total gold resources
- 1.70 million ounces of indicated resources
- 330,000 ounces increase in indicated resources
- 1.59 million ounces in January 2025
- 3.03 million ounces in February 2026
Future Plans for the Boundiali Project
Aurum Resources is set to conduct a prefeasibility study by mid-2026, which will evaluate the technical and economic viability of the potential mine. This study will follow the ongoing drilling campaigns, with a 100,000-meter program planned for this year.
Another resource update is anticipated in the third quarter, further informing the project’s development trajectory.
Next Steps for Aurum Resources
- Prefeasibility study expected by mid-2026
- 100,000-meter drilling program this year
- Next resource update expected in the third quarter
Aurum Resources is making significant strides in enhancing its gold resources in Boundiali.
