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Resolute Mining Limited Capital/Financing Update 2025

Dec 14, 2025

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ASX Announcement

15 December 2025

Updated Doropo DFS Confirms Strong Project Economics

Resolute Mining Limited (“Resolute” or “the Company”) (ASX/LSE: RSG), the Africa-focused gold miner, is pleased to announce results of the updated Definitive Feasibility Study (“DFS”) for the Doropo Gold Project (“Doropo” or the “Project”) in Côte d’Ivoire.

The updated Doropo DFS compiled by Lycopodium, which builds on the 2024 DFS[1 ] prepared by Centamin plc (“2024 DFS”), outlines a larger project (+55% ore) with an extended mine life (+3 years), higher average life of mine production and compelling financials.

The full technical report can be found on the Resolute website on the Reports page.

Highlights

  • Life-of-mine (“LOM”) average production of approximately 170koz pa over 13 years (for total production of 2.2Moz) from mill feed of 59Mt grading 1.31g/t containing 2.50Moz of gold (previously 167koz pa over 10 years)

  • DFS delivers significant returns with a post-tax project NPV5% (100% basis) of US$1.46bn, IRR of 49% at a conservative gold price assumption of US$3,000/oz

  • First five years average annual gold production of 204koz at an all-in sustaining cost (“AISC”) of US$1,294/oz

  • Updated and Competitive LoM AISC of ~US$1,406/oz (2024 DFS: US$1,047/oz)

  • Significant upside at recent average spot gold prices of ~US$4,200/oz where post-tax NPV5% increases to US$2.76bn (100% basis) with an IRR of 77% and payback period of approximately 1 year

  • • Revised capital cost estimate of US$516M (2024 DFS: US$373M) reflecting the larger scale project (fresh ore processing capacity increased from 4.0 Mtpa to 4.9 Mtpa) and up-to-date pricing

  • Total Ore Reserve estimate of 59.1Mt grading 1.31g/t for 2.50Moz of contained gold across eight keys areas, representing a ~33% increase in contained gold. Ore Reserves estimated at a conservative gold price of US$1,950/oz

  • In first five years average annual post-tax free cash flow and EBITDA (100% basis) of US$268M and US$364M respectively and payback period of 1.7 years

  • Updated DFS strengthens Resolute's path to becoming a highly diversified gold producer across multiple assets and countries, targeting annual production of over 500kozpa from 2028

Chris Eger, Managing Director and CEO commented:

“This update confirms the outstanding economics of the Doropo Gold Project which is poised to become another high-quality gold mine in West Africa. Doropo is a high-margin, long-life gold mine that will significantly strengthen Resolute’s operating portfolio, increasing group production to over 500koz per annum from 2028 and adding another jurisdiction to our production profile.

Doropo will produce approximately 170koz per annum for over 13 years at a competitive average AISC of US$1,406/oz, delivering a post-tax NPV5% of US$1.46bn and IRR of 49%. The average annual gold production of over 200koz in the first five years means the updated construction capital cost of US$516M will be paid back in under two years at a US$3,000/oz gold price. At a gold price assumption

  1. Centamin plc’s NI 43-101 Technical Report with an effective date of 18 July 2024 and filed on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca) Page 1 of 46

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closer to today’s prices (US$4,200/oz) the post-tax NPV5% and IRR increases to approximately US$2.8bn and 77% respectively on a 100% basis. Furthermore, we are confident of the potential for future mine life extensions at Doropo through growing the existing resources as well as exploration potential on the permits.

This has been achieved through optimisations at a higher, although still conservative, reserve price of US$1,950/oz (versus US$1,450/oz in the 2024 DFS). To further optimise the economics, we decided upon a processing plant that has a larger capacity for the fresh ore (4.9 Mtpa up from 4.0 Mtpa in the 2024 DFS). These revisions on the plant meaningfully enhance production, and account for over half (US$80M) of the US$143M increase in capital cost from the 2024 DFS.

In addition to the value Doropo will add to Resolute and its shareholders we anticipate the Project will provide major benefits to the local communities and Côte d’Ivoire. In our US$3,000/oz base case we expect to contribute more than US$420M in government royalties and social fund payments over the Project’s current life. Beyond these direct financial benefits, the Project will also create significant employment opportunities, with a peak construction workforce of over 1500 personnel and over 400 employees during operations.

We have spent significant time in Cote D’Ivoire, since the acquisition, meeting stakeholders and the Minister of Mines has reaffirmed the government's commitment to deliver our Mining License by early 2026, if not before. Our November meeting in Abidjan was highly productive, and we remain confident in the collaborative relationship we have built with the Ivorian authorities. Receipt of the permit will let us to proceed with FID and financing, keeping us on track for construction to begin in H1 2026.”

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Doropo Project Overview

The Doropo Gold Project is situated in the Bounkani Region of Côte d’Ivoire, approximately 480 km northeast of Abidjan and 50 km north of Bouna, near the Burkina Faso border.

Resolute acquired the Doropo Project from AngloGold Ashanti in May 2025 and has been updating the 2024 DFS since then.

Table 1 includes operational and financial highlights at a flat long-term base-case gold assumption of US$3,000/oz.

Units Value
Mine Life Years 13
LOM ore processed kt 59,102
LOM strip ratio w:o 4.9
LOM feed grade processed Au g/t 1.31
LOM gold recovery % 88%
LOM gold production koz 2,196
Upfront capital cost US$M 516
Life of Mine average:
Gold, average annual production koz 169
Cash costs per ounce US$/oz 1,123
AISC per ounce US$/oz 1,406
EBITDA US$M 294
Free Cash Flow (post-tax) US$M 214
Project years 1 to 5:
Gold, average annual production koz 204
Cash costs per ounce US$/oz 1,005
AISC per ounce US$/oz 1,294
EBITDA US$M 364
Free Cash Flow (post-tax) US$M 268
Pre-Tax Economics
Net present value - 5% US$M 1,959
Internal Rate of Return % 57%
Post-Tax Economics
Net present value - 5% US$M 1,457
Internal Rate of Return % 49%
Payback period (from first production) Years 1.7

Table 1: Economic Summary

Conventional open pit mining is modelled to start at the end of 2027 with commissioning and ramp up in the first half of 2028.

The ore production schedule assumes the Souwa ‘hub’’ region (Souwa, Nokpa, Chegue Main, Chegue South) is operated as one mining area, Kilosegui as a separate mining area with other satellite deposits mined early in the mine life.

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Gold Prod (Koz) AISC
$1,554 $1,596 $1,608 $1,572 $1,522 $1,522 $1,590
$1,428
$1,363
$1,291 $1,323
$1,198
$1,078
248
218 206 209
168 181 180 156 154 153 142
126
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2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040
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Figure 1: Production Profile and AISC (US$/oz)

In the first five years average annual gold production is 204koz at an AISC of US$1,294/oz. At the base case gold assumption of US$3,000/oz and on a 100% basis this generates average annual free cash flow of US$268M and a payback period of under two years.

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EBITDA Capex Tax Free Cash Flow
$359
$297 $290
$267
$234
$206
$184 $158 $168 $173 $164 $141
$43
($190)
($274)
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040
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Figure 2: Free Cash Flow Profile (US$M)

The post-tax NPV sensitivity comparing varying discount rate percentages and gold price is presented in Table 2. The base case result for the Project is highlighted in bold.

3,000 3,500 4,000 4,500
5% 1,457 2,000 2,543 3,086
7% 1,245 1,723 2,202 2,680
10% 988 1,388 1,789 2,189

Table 2: Sensitivity of post-tax NPV5% (US$M) to Discount Rate and Gold Price (US$/oz)

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Key Updates

The principal update has been optimising the pit shells at a higher, but still conservative, reserve gold price assumption of US$1,950/oz (2024 DFS: US$1,450/oz). This has increased the ore reserve by approximately 55% to 59.1Mt with contained gold increasing to 2.5Moz (2024 DFS: 1.9Moz).

Key areas of the DFS that have been updated include the following:

  • As a result of the increased ore reserves, and to add operational flexibility, it was decided to increase the processing plant capacity for fresh ore from 4.0Mpta in the 2024 DFS to 4.9Mtpa

  • Further work by the energy consultant indicated grid power without back-up generators is suitable. Resolute is planning to evaluate adding a solar and battery lease option which is expected to improve power costs and enhance sustainability credentials

  • Increased capital costs (c. $142M) due to increase in plant capacity ($80M), general cost inflation ($14M), capital costs that were underestimated or omitted in the 2024 DFS ($35M) and additional contingency ($13M)

  • Increase in the size of the water storage dam (WSD) to approximately 6 Mm[3] capacity to ensure that the processing facility has ample water reserve

  • Land acquisition and compensation in line with a larger project development area (PDA) and larger pits

  • Tailing Storage Facility (TSF) sized for larger volume based on 60Mt vs 40Mt in 2024 DFS

  • Site security bolstered significantly

  • Operating costs updated with current market pricing

The key changes from the 2024 DFS and the 2025 DFS update are shown in Table 3:

2024 DFS 2025 DFS Update Variance
Mining
Life of Mine Years 10
13

30%
Pit shells design US$/oz 1450
1950

34%
Total Tonnes Mined Mt 225.8
348.8

54%
Total Ore Mined Mt 38.2
59.1

55%
Total Waste Mined Mt 187.6
289.7

54%
Ore Grade g/t 1.53
1.31

-14%
Contained Gold koz 1,876
2,497

33%
Processing
Oxide & Transition Mtpa 5.4
5.4

0%
Fresh Mtpa 4.0
4.9

23%
Infrastructure
TSF Capacity Mt 40
60

50%
Water Storage Dam
Capacity
m3 2,000,000
6,150,000

208%
Power
Power Supply Grid
Grid
Power Installed MW 27
33

18%
Construction Capital Cost US$M 373
515

38%
Operating Costs

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Mining
US$/t mined
3.8
4.1
4%
Processing
US$/t milled
12.1
14.5
20%
G&A
US$/t milled
3.8
3.5
-8%
Mining
US$/t mined
3.8
4.1
4%
Processing
US$/t milled
12.1
14.5
20%
G&A
US$/t milled
3.8
3.5
-8%
Key Outputs
Gold Production (LoM)
Moz
1.7
2.2
31%
Avg. Annual Gold Production
Koz pa
167
169
1%
AISC (LoM Avg.)
US$/oz
1,047
1,406
33%
Gold Price
US$/oz
1,900
3,000
58%
Discount Rate
%
8%
5%
-38%
NPV (post-tax, 100% basis)
US$M
426
1457
242%
IRR (post-tax)
%
34%
49%
42%
Table 3: Key updates in the 2025 DFS
Capital Cost Update
A full capital cost review was performed reflecting the current cost environment and changes to th
Project scale.
The upfront capital cost estimate is US$516M which is approximately $142M higher than that 2024 DF
($373M) due to increasing the plant capacity, general cost inflation, inclusion of capital costs that wer
underestimated or omitted in the 2024 DFS and additional contingency. The breakdown of areas wher
capital costs estimates have increased from the 2024 DFS is shown in Table 4.
Increase from 2024
DFS (US$M)
Capital costs associated with increased plant capacity:

Plant upgrades – US$28.4M

TSF and WSD - US$19.2M

Site Infrastructure – US$11.1M

Additional comminution equipment - US$8.6M

Contractor’s Overheads - US$5.7M

Water Harvesting Dam - US$4.4M

Pre-Operations Mining – US$2.2M
79.6
Omitted or underestimated capital costs in 2024 DFS:

Grid Power and Emergency Supply – US$11.5M

Additional land take and ownership costs - $11.0M

Construction Costs (Camp, Labour & Expenses) – US$7.0M

Insurance and Duties - US$1.8M

Other - US$4.1
35.4
Cost inflation (3% inflation rate) 14.1
Increased contingency on higher capital cost 13.3
Total 142.4

A full capital cost review was performed reflecting the current cost environment and changes to the Project scale.

The upfront capital cost estimate is US$516M which is approximately $142M higher than that 2024 DFS ($373M) due to increasing the plant capacity, general cost inflation, inclusion of capital costs that were underestimated or omitted in the 2024 DFS and additional contingency. The breakdown of areas where capital costs estimates have increased from the 2024 DFS is shown in Table 4.

Table 4: Areas of capital cost increase from 2024 DFS

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Several opportunities have been identified that may reduce capital or operating costs, improve schedule flexibility, or enhance long-term project performance. These will be further assessed and incorporated into ongoing technical work.

Regarding power supply, Resolute intends to conduct a study on a solar and battery solution, with the aim of integrating it during the early years of production. This initiative is expected to lower operational power costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The study will be carried out alongside process plant construction and implemented as soon as practicable.

Operating Cost Updates

The operating costs have increased from the 2024 DFS as a full review was performed reflecting the current cost environment. This has been principally driven by the higher diesel and power price assumptions and the larger throughput of the processing plant.

Mining costs in the updated DFS are based on contractor submissions received in October 2025. Processing and G&A operating costs have been developed for a plant with a throughput equivalent to 5.4 Mtpa of oxide / transitional material and 4.9 Mtpa of fresh material.

2024 DFS
(LoM avg)
2025 DFS
(LoM avg)
Explanation
Mining
(US$/t
mined)
3.8
($85M/yr)
4.1
($109M/yr)

Up to date mining tenders, diesel price of
$1.145/l (vs $1.00/l in 2024 DFS)
Processing
(US$/t
milled)
12.1
($71M/yr)
14.5
($89M/yr)

The plant is larger and has installed power of
33MW (vs 27MW in 2024 DFS)

Unit power rate of US$0.135kWh (vs
US$0.125/kWh in 2024 DFS)

Higher maintenance and consumables costs due
to larger equipment and throughput of plant

Lower labour cost due to reduced number of
expats and laboratory labour costs included in
the contractor Laboratory costs (vs owner Lab in
2024 DFS)
AISC
(US$/oz)
1,047 1,406
$90/oz attributed to increase in royalties due to
higher gold price assumption (US$1,900/oz in
2024 DFS)

Table 5: Operating cost comparisons

Ore Reserves

The Doropo ore reserve has increased from 38.2Mt at 1.53 g/t with contained gold content of 1,876 koz to 59.1 Mt grading 1.31 g/t for 2,495 koz of contained gold. The main driver of this increase is the higher reserve price assumed (US$1,950/oz). The ore reserve is on a 100% project basis and is reported in accordance with the JORC 2012 standard.

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The ore reserve is across eight areas – see Table 6 – with 63% contained in two of the areas (Souwa and Kilosegui). Additional detailed information relating to generation of the Ore Reserves is set out in the JORC Table below.

Proven Probable Total
Area Mt
Grade
(g/t Au)
Contained
Gold (koz)
Mt
Grade
(g/t Au)
Contained
Gold (koz)
Mt
Grade
(g/t Au)
Contained
Gold (koz)
Souwa
Kilosegui
Nokpa
Chegue Main
Chegue South
Kekeda
Han
Enioda
0.3
1.80
15.9
0.2
1.16
6.4
0.4
2.34
26.9
0.2
1.00
6.5
0.2
1.07
7
0.1
0.95
3.6
0.1
1.88
6.8
0.0
0.00
0
15.9
1.37
700.4
21.6
1.22
849.1
3.7
1.69
201.7
5.4
0.98
170.0
1.6
1.13
56.4
3.2
1.05
109.7
3.8
1.93
232.3
2.5
1.29
104.4
16.2
1.38
716.3
21.8
1.22
855.5
4.1
1.75
228.6
5.6
0.98
176.5
1.8
1.10
63.4
3.3
1.05
113.3
3.9
1.93
239.1
2.5
1.29
104.4
Total 1.4
1.58
73.1
57.7
1.31
2424.0
59.1
1.31
2497.1

Table 6: Ore Reserve Estimate

Financing Update

Resolute intends to use its existing balance sheet to progress Doropo into construction which is expected in H1 2026. The Company continues to generate robust cash flows from its operations and at the end of Q3 had a net cash position of US$136.6 million.

In addition to using its internal cash flows, the Company is actively considering a range of funding options to support the construction of the Doropo project. A comprehensive financing strategy will be communicated alongside the Final Investment Decision (FID).

Resolute has received significant interest from several financing groups which have expressed their intent to support Doropo’s development. This level of interest reflects a high degree of confidence in the project, and the Company plans to expedite these discussions to advance the Project throughout its construction phase.

Next Steps

Resolute will continue engaging with the Ivorian government and progressing Doropo towards construction to achieve first gold in H1 2028. Key next steps include:

  • Commencement of front-end engineering works;

  • Tender and award of the EPCM and engineering contracts;

  • Building owners project team in preparation for FID;

  • Upon receipt of the Exploitation Permit, start to progress the resettlement action plan and livelihood restoration plan

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Figure 3: Approximate Project Timeline

Contact

Resolute

Matthias O’Toole-Howes [email protected] +44 203 3017 620

Public Relations

Jos Simson, Tavistock [email protected] +44 207 920 3150

Corporate Brokers Jennifer Lee, Berenberg +44 20 3753 3040

Tom Rider, BMO Capital Markets +44 20 7236 1010

Authorised by Mr Chris Eger, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer

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Competent Person Statement

The 2025 Doropo Ore Reserve Estimate was completed by Mr. Ross Cheyne FAusIMM. Mr. Cheyne is employed by Orelogy Consulting. Mr. Cheyne has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the mining activity being undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the JORC Code.

The information in this announcement that relates to the Mineral Resource estimate has been based on information and supporting documents prepared by Mr Bruce Mowat, a Competent Person who is a member of The Australian Institute of Geoscientists. Mr Mowat is a full-time employee Resolute Mining Limited Group and has sufficient experience relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity which has been undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person. Mr Mowat confirms that the Mineral Resource estimate is based on information in the supporting documents and consents to the inclusion in the report of the Mineral Resource estimate and related content based on the information in the form and context in which it appears.

Cautionary Statement about Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains certain “forward-looking statements” including statements regarding our intent, belief or current expectations with respect to Resolute’s business and operations, market conditions, results of operations and financial condition, and risk management practices. The words "likely", "expect", "aim", "should", "could", "may", "anticipate", "predict", "believe", "plan", "forecast" and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Indications of, and guidance on, future earnings, anticipated production, life of mine and financial position and performance are also forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Resolute’s actual results, performance and achievements or industry results to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements, or industry results, expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Relevant factors may include (but are not limited to) changes in commodity prices, foreign exchange fluctuations and general economic conditions, increased costs and demand for production inputs, the speculative nature of exploration and project development, including the risks of obtaining necessary licences and permits and diminishing quantities or grades of reserves, political and social risks, changes to the regulatory framework within which Resolute operates or may in the future operate, environmental conditions including extreme weather conditions, recruitment and retention of personnel, industrial relations issues and litigation. The production target in the updated DFS contains no Inferred Mineral Resources. To the extent a production target is based on those Inferred Mineral Resources, there is a low level of geological confidence associated with Inferred Mineral Resources and there is no certainty that future exploration work will result in the determination of inferred mineral resources or that the production target itself will be realised

Forward-looking statements are based on Resolute’s good faith assumptions as to the financial, market, regulatory and other relevant environments that will exist and affect Resolute’s business and operations in the future. Resolute does not give any assurance that the assumptions will prove to be correct. There may be other factors that could cause actual results or events not to be as anticipated, and many events are beyond the reasonable control of Resolute. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, particularly in the current economic climate with the significant volatility, uncertainty and disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Forward-looking statements in this document speak only at the date of issue. Except as required by applicable laws or regulations, Resolute does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any of the forward-looking

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statements or to advise of any change in assumptions on which any such statement is based. Except for statutory liability which cannot be excluded, each of Resolute, its officers, employees and advisors expressly disclaim any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the material contained in these forward-looking statements and excludes all liability whatsoever (including in negligence) for any loss or damage which may be suffered by any person as a consequence of any information in forwardlooking statements or any error or omission.

ASX LISTING RULE 5.16 AND 5.17 REQUIREMENTS

The material assumptions on which the production target for the Project and the forecast financial information derived therefrom are based are detailed in the DFS Summary Report, which is available on the Company’s website.

The production target is based on Probable and Proven Ore Reserves that have been prepared by Competent Persons in accordance with the requirements of the JORC Code (2012).

ASX LISTING RULE 5.9.1 REQUIREMENTS

Key DFS assumptions and outputs are summarised in Table 7 and 8 below. Further details are available in the DFS Summary Report, which is available on the Company’s website.

Mining Unit Number
Ore Mined Mt 59,102
Stripping Ratio x 4.9
Ore Grade g/t 1.31
Contained Gold Koz 2,497
Processing
Mine life Years 13
Processing rate Mtpa 4.9
Total ore processed kt 59,102
Recovery % 88%
Total gold production koz 2,196
Average gold production koz pa 169
Capital Costs
Direct construction costs US$M 372.8
Pre-production mining costs US$M 23.6
Owners’ costs US$M 76.8
Contingency US$M 42.3
Total pre-production capital cost US$M 515.5
Sustaining capital costs US$M 171.8
Closure costs (net of salvage) US$M 33.2
Operating Costs
Cash Costs US$/oz 1,123
All-in Sustaining Costs US$/oz 1,406

Table 7: DFS Inputs and Assumptions

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Key Financial Metrics Unit Number
Pre-tax NPV5% US$M 1,959
Pre-tax IRR % 57%
US$3,000/oz Gold Price (base case) Pre-tax payback period
Post-tax NPV5%
Years
US$M
1.5
1,457
Post-tax IRR % 49%
Post-taxpaybackperiod Years 1.7
Pre-tax NPV5% US$M 3,669
Pre-tax IRR % 86%
US$4,200/oz Gold Price (spot case) Pre-tax payback period
Post-tax NPV5%
Years
US$M
1.0
2,760
Post-tax IRR % 77%
Post-taxpaybackperiod Years 1.0

Table 8: DFS Outputs

A summary of the JORC Table is provided below for compliance regarding the Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves reported within and in-line with requirements of ASX Listing Rule 5.9.1.

JORC Table

Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data

(Criteria in this section apply to all succeeding sections.)

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Sampling techniques
Nature and quality of sampling
(e.g. cut channels, random chips,
or specific specialised industry
standard measurement tools
appropriate to the minerals under
investigation, such as down hole
gamma sondes, or handheld XRF
instruments, etc.). These
examples should not be taken as
limiting the broad meaning of
sampling.

Include reference to measures
taken to ensure sample
representivity and the appropriate
calibration of any measurement
tools or systems used.

Aspects of the determination of
mineralisation that are Material
to the Public Report.

In cases where ‘industry standard’
work has been done this would be
relatively simple (e.g. ‘reverse
circulation drilling was used to
• The sampling was conducted using
multiple techniques tailored to the
project's geological and surface
conditions. Soil sampling programs
were extensive, collecting
approximately 92,307 samples be-
tween 2014 and 2022. Soils were
sampled from the mottled zone or
the top of the saprolite horizon to
obtain coherent gold anomalies,
utilising standardised grid patterns
(typically 400 m x 400 m, with infill
at 200m and 100 m where re-
quired). Auger drilling was
employed in areas with thick
lateritic cover (>3 m), reaching
saprolitic material with depths
averaging 6.22 m and up to 30 m in
some cases. Auger drilling
recovered material systematically
for gold analysis and geochemical
interpretation.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
obtain 1 m samples from which 3
kg was pulverised to produce a 30
g charge for fire assay’). In other
cases more explanation may be
required, such as where there is
coarse gold that has inherent
sampling problems. Unusual
commodities or mineralisation
types (e.g. submarine nodules)
may warrant disclosure of
detailed information.
• Trenching programs (32 trenches to
date) were used to expose in situ
mineralised structures, allowing for
systematic channel sampling.
• Reverse Circulation (RC) and
Diamond Core (DD) drilling were
the principal methods used for
delineating Mineral Resources. RC
drilling was conducted using 5¼ to
5¾ inch diameter face-sampling
hammers to recover one-metre
interval samples, typically dry un-
less groundwater was
encountered. Diamond drilling
employed HQ and NQ diameter
core, with triple tube techniques
for improving recovery in broken
ground. RC samples were riffle split
on site, and core samples were
sawn to produce half-core for
analysis. Sampling procedures
incorporated QAQC measures,
including the insertion of blanks,
standards, and duplicates to ensure
sample representivity. Assay
protocols utilised 50 g fire assay
(AAS finish) for gold, and multi
element analysis was performed
where applicable.
Drilling techniques
Drill type (e.g. core, reverse
circulation, open-hole hammer,
rotary air blast, auger, Bangka,
sonic, etc.) and details (e.g. core
diameter, triple or standard tube,
depth of diamond tails, face-
sampling bit or other type,
whether core is oriented and if so,
by what method, etc.).
• Drilling methods involved a
combination of Reverse Circulation
(RC), Diamond Core (DD), and
auger drilling methods. RC drilling
was primarily used for delineating
near-surface mineralisation and
preliminary resource definition. RC
drilling employed face sampling
hammers with bit sizes ranging
from 5¼ to 5¾ inches. Dry drilling
was the standard procedure, with
drilling halted at the water table to
prevent contamination from wet
samples; below groundwater,
diamond drilling methods were
applied.
• Diamond core drilling used HQ and
NQ diameter core. Triple-tube
systems were implemented in
highly bro-ken ground to maximise
core recovery, while standard
double-tube setups were used
elsewhere. Orientation of diamond
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using Reflex ACT II core orientation
devices to facilitate structural
logging. Au-ger drilling was utilised
for shallow exploration across
areas with thick laterite cover. All
drill methods were executed to a
high standard with contractors
experienced in gold exploration in
West Africa
Drill sample recovery
Method of recording and
assessing core and chip sample
recoveries and results assessed.

Measures taken to maximise
sample recovery and ensure
representative nature of the
samples.

Whether a relationship exists
between sample recovery and
grade and whether sample bias
may have occurred due to
preferential loss/gain of fine/
coarse material.
• Drill sample recovery was
systematically monitored during
both RC and diamond drilling
programs. RC samples were
weighed regularly, particularly
from 2018 onwards, to monitor
sample size consistency and ensure
the representativeness of samples.
Analysis of over 447,401 RC sample
weights showed a consistent
recovery trend stabilizing between
30–40 kg per metre after clearing
the uppermost weathered
horizons. Minor variations in
sample weight were observed at
shallow depths and in softer
materials; however, statistical
checks confirmed no significant
bias in gold grade associated with
sample mass.
• Diamond core recovery was
measured, with an overall average
recovery of approximately 96%
across the project. Recovery rates
improved with depth, with >90%
core recovery recorded for 89.5%
of core samples, and exceeding
97.5% recovery below 50 m depth.
Core recovery measurements were
recorded in the database for each
run. The use of triple-tube drilling
in broken ground contributed to
maintaining high recovery
standards. The overall conclusion,
supported by quality control
reviews, was that there is no
significant sampling bias
attributable to differential
recovery.
Logging
Whether core and chip samples
have been geologically and
geotechnically logged to a level of
detail to support appropriate
Mineral Resource estimation,
• Comprehensive geological and
geotechnical logging was
undertaken for all drill-holes
including RC and DD. Drillholes
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mining studies and metallurgical
studies.

Whether logging is qualitative or
quantitative in nature. Core (or
costean, channel, etc.)
photography.

The total length and percentage
of the relevant intersections
logged.
range of key geological attributes:
lithology, alteration,
mineralisation, texture, structure,
weathering, and rock quality
designation (RQD). RC samples
were logged visually on site, with
geological observations recorded
both digitally and on physical log
sheets where applicable. Diamond
core was logged in greater detail,
particularly for structural geology,
alteration styles, mineral
assemblages, and vein
relationships, providing critical
inputs for 3D geological modelling.
• Photographic records were
maintained for all diamond drill
core - photographed both wet and
dry - before sampling. Logging
captured sufficient detail to
support resource estimation,
mining studies, and metallurgical
investigations. Logging procedures
included the use of a standardised
lithological and alteration coding
scheme to ensure consistency
across the drilling campaigns.
Digital capture of logging data into
a centralised database with
validation rules also enhanced data
reliability.
Sub-sampling techniques and sample
preparation

If core, whether cut or sawn and
whether quarter, half or all core
taken.

If non-core, whether riffled, tube
sampled, rotary split, etc. and
whether sampled wet or dry.

For all sample types, the nature,
quality and appropriateness of
the sample preparation
technique.

Quality control procedures
adopted for all sub-sampling
stages to maximise representivity
of samples.

Measures taken to ensure that
the sampling is representative of
the in situ material collected,
including for instance results for
field duplicate/second-half
sampling.

Whether sample sizes are
• Systematic sub-sampling and
sample preparation protocols were
employed to ensure that samples
remained representative of in situ
mineralisation. For RC drilling, 1 m
samples were split on site using a
three-tier riffle splitter to achieve a
target sample size of ap-
proximately 2 to 3 kg for
laboratory submission. Wet
samples encountered in shallow
zones were left to dry naturally
prior to splitting where possible.
For diamond drilling, core was cut
lengthwise using diamond-bladed
core saws; half core samples were
collected for routine assay, while
the other half was preserved for
reference and potential future re-
assay.
• Sample preparation at the
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appropriate to the grain size of
the material being sampled.
practices. Samples were oven
dried, crushed to 70 to 85%
passing 2 mm, then riffle split to
produce a subsample for
pulverisation. The pulverised
material was milled to achieve at
least 85% passing 75 microns,
producing a pulp of approximately
150 to 250 g for fire assay analysis.
Quality assurance measures were
built into preparation workflows,
including the regular inclusion of
duplicate splits and check samples.
Laboratory facilities used (primarily
Bureau Veritas Abidjan, SGS
Ouagadougou) operated to ISO
17025 standards, and internal
laboratory QAQC reviews were
conducted regularly.
Quality of assay data and laboratory
tests

The nature, quality and
appropriateness of the assaying
and laboratory procedures used
and whether the technique is
considered partial or total.

For geophysical tools,
spectrometers, handheld XRF
instruments, etc., the parameters
used in determining the analysis
including instrument make and
model, reading times, calibrations
factors applied and their
derivation, etc.

Nature of quality control
procedures adopted (e.g.
standards, blanks, duplicates,
external laboratory checks) and
whether acceptable levels of
accuracy (i.e. lack of bias) and
precision have been established.
• Assay methodologies were based
on internationally recognised
standards and utilised reputable
laboratories. All drill samples were
primarily analysed for gold using
50 g fire assay with atomic
absorption spectroscopy (AAS) or
inductively coupled plasma atomic
emission spectroscopy (ICP-AES)
finish. In cases where assays
exceeded 10 g/t Au, samples were
re-analysed using a gravimetric
finish to im-prove accuracy. For
some RC and trench samples,
particularly those with coarse gold,
photon assay techniques were
trialled to validate fire assay
results.
• Quality control procedures were
rigorous. Certified reference
materials (standards), field blanks,
and field duplicates were inserted
into the sample stream at regular
intervals - approximately one
QAQC sample every 20 to 30
samples. Laboratory duplicates, in-
ternal standards, and blanks were
also monitored. QAQC data were
routinely reviewed to ensure
analytical accuracy and precision.
Failures (e.g., a standard outside 3
standard deviations) triggered
immediate re-assay of sample
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bias or drift was observed across
the assay dataset. Laboratories
involved (Bureau Veritas, Abidjan
and SGS, Ouagadougou) are
ISO/IEC 17025 accredited, ensuring
laboratory practices are consistent
with industrybestpractice.
Verification of sampling and
assaying

The verification of significant
intersections by either
independent or alternative
company personnel.

The use of twinned holes.

Documentation of primary data,
data entry procedures, data
verification, data storage
(physical and electronic)
protocols.

Discuss any adjustment to assay
data.
• Verification of sampling and
assaying was under-taken through
a combination of internal reviews,
du-plicate analyses, and
independent data validation
exercises. Field duplicates were
collected regularly from RC drilling
to monitor sampling precision, with
results demonstrating satisfactory
repeatability of gold grades. CRMs
and blanks were inserted at regular
intervals to monitor assay accuracy
and contamination. QAQC charts
were re-viewed continuously by
project geologists and ex-ternal
consultants during key drilling
campaigns.
• The primary assay laboratories
(Bureau Veritas and SGS)
conducted their own internal QC
programs, which were also
monitored. Limited twin drilling
was conducted, with twin RC holes
and DD holes used to verify
mineralisation continuity, grade
reproducibility, and geological
interpretation; results confirmed
good spatial reproducibility. While
external umpire (secondary lab)
assay pro-grams were not routinely
undertaken, the performance of
primary laboratories and internal
QAQC programs were considered
satisfactory for the reporting of
Mineral Resources. Assay data and
logging data were entered digitally
into validated databases, and
independent audits of the database
have been performed during
resource estimation reviews.
Location of data points
Accuracy and quality of surveys
used to locate drill holes (collar
and down-hole surveys), trenches,
mine workings and other
locations used in Mineral
Resource estimation.
• Drillhole collar locations were
surveyed using a combination of
differential GPS (DGPS) systems
and total station surveying where
higher precision was required. The
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Specification of the grid system
used.

Quality and adequacy of
topographic control.
trained field surveyors to ensure
location accuracy suitable for
Mineral Re-source estimation, with
horizontal and vertical accuracy
generally within ±0.2m. In areas of
rugged topography or logistical
difficulty, survey-grade handheld
GPS units were temporarily used
during initial exploration stages
(soil sampling, auger drilling,
trenching), but were later replaced
with DGPS surveys for all critical
drill collars.
• Elevation data were tied into the
Nivellement Général de Côte
d’Ivoire
• (NGCI) vertical datum. A
topographic digital terrain model
(DTM) was produced using high-
resolution satellite imagery and
ground-truthing, which was used
for both resource modelling and
mine planning. Grid systems used
were WGS84, Zone 30N for initial
exploration and UTM Zone 30N
(WGS84 projection) for final re-
source definition.
Data spacing and distribution
Data spacing for reporting of
Exploration Results.

Whether the data spacing and
distribution is sufficient to
establish the degree of geological
and grade continuity appropriate
for the Mineral Resource and Ore
Reserve estimation procedure(s)
and classifications applied.

Whether sample compositing has
been applied.
• Drilling was conducted on nominal
grid spacings ap-propriate for the
level of confidence required for re-
source estimation. In the main
mineralised zones (Souwa, Chegue,
and Kra-kara), RC and diamond
drilling was performed on
approximately 25 m x 25 m to 50 m
x 50 m grids. Some areas of denser
drilling (for example, grade control
drilling) achieved spacing as tight as
10 m x 10 m.
• Outside the main resource areas,
reconnaissance and exploration
drilling was more broadly spaced at
80 m x 80 m or larger intervals,
appropriate for early-stage
resource targeting. Soil sampling
grids were generally established on
400 m x 400 m grids, with localised
infill to 100 m or 200 m grids as
needed. Data spacing was assessed
during Mineral Re-source
estimation and was found sufficient
to establish geological and grade
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classifications (Measured,
Indicated, and Inferred). No sample
compositing was applied prior to
resource estimation; raw assay
intervals were used directly in
estimationprocedures.
Orientation of data in relation to
geological structure

Whether the orientation of
sampling achieves unbiased
sampling of possible structures
and the extent to which this is
known, considering the deposit
type.

If the relationship between the
drilling orientation and the
orientation of key mineralised
structures is considered to have
introduced a sampling bias, this
should be assessed and reported
if material.
• Drilling programs were de-signed
to target mineralised structures as
close to perpendicular as possible
to the interpreted dip of
mineralisation at each de-posit.
Most drillholes were oriented
towards the south-east or
southwest with an inclination of -
50° to -60°, depending on the local
structural orientation of gold-
bearing zones. The mineralisation
is generally hosted in north-
northeast trending structures
dipping moderately to steeply to
the east or west, making these drill
orientations ap-propriate to
intersect mineralised zones at
reasonable angles and to minimise
bias in the intercept lengths.
• Geological interpretations and
cross sections confirm that drilling
achieved reasonably
representative intersections of
mineralisation. No significant
sampling bias related to drilling
orientation was observed during
resource modelling and
estimation. In areas of uncertainty
or more com-plex structure (fold
closures, sheared zones), multiple
drill directions were employed to
cross-validate mineralisation
geometry.
Sample security
The measures taken to ensure
sample security.
• Sample security protocols were
implemented
to
ensure
the
integrity of all collected samples
from the point of collection through
to
laboratory
delivery.
After
collection, samples were placed into
pre-numbered, durable plastic bags
and
securely
sealed.
Multiple
samples were then packed into
larger polyweave sacks for easier
handling and protection during
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exploration
camp
before
transportation.
• Transport to the assay laboratories
(Bureau Veritas in Abidjan and SGS
in Ouagadougou) was carried out
either by company personnel or
trusted, contracted couriers. Chain-
of-custody forms were maintained
throughout the transfer process,
and
receipt
of
samples
was
acknowledged
in
writing
by
laboratory staff. While rigorous
internal controls were observed,
there is no specific mention of
external audits or independent
over-sight
of
sample
security
protocols. However, no incidents of
sample
loss,
tampering,
or
contamination have been reported,
and laboratory reconciliation of
received
samples
consistently
matched dis-patch records.
Audits or reviews
The results of any audits or
reviews of sampling techniques
and data.
• Audits and reviews of sampling
techniques, assay data, and
database integrity have been
carried out periodically. Internal
technical reviews were per-formed
by Centamin’s in-house geology
and resource teams throughout
the exploration and re-source
evaluation phases. These reviews
covered sampling practices, QAQC
data performance, logging
standards, and database quality,
ensuring consistent application of
protocols and identifying areas for
procedural improvement where
necessary.
• Independent reviews of the
Resource models and sup-porting
exploration data were conducted
as part of the NI 43-101 technical
re-port preparation. Qualified
Persons (QPs) signed off on the
Mineral Resource estimates after
assessing the drilling, sampling,
and QAQCprocedures.

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(Criteria listed in theprecedingsection also applyto this section.) (Criteria listed in theprecedingsection also applyto this section.)
Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Mineral tenement and land tenure
status

Type, reference name/number,
location and ownership including
agreements or material issues
with third parties such as joint
ventures, partnerships, overriding
royalties, native title interests,
historical sites, wilderness or
national park and environmental
settings.

The security of the tenure held at
the time of reporting along with
any
known
impediments
to
obtaining a licence to operate in
the area.
• The Doropo Project is located in
the northeast of Côte d’Ivoire, in
the Bounkani region approximately
480 km north of Abidjan, near the
border with Burkina Faso. The
project comprises a contiguous
package of seven exploration
permits ("Doropo Permit Package")
covering a combined area of
approximately 1,847 km².
• All tenements are held in good
standing with the Côte d’Ivoire
Ministry of Mines and have been
maintained in accordance with
local legal requirements. There are
no known outstanding disputes
affecting the licenses. Surface
rights, compensation arrangements
with local communities, and
environmental baseline studies
have been addressed as part of the
permitting and development
process. Royalties include a
government royalty (gold-price
dependent) on gold production as
prescribed under Ivorian mining
law. No third-party ownership
interests, material encumbrances,
or joint venture arrangements
affecting the Doropo Project have
been disclosed.
Exploration done by other parties
Acknowledgment and appraisal of
exploration by other parties.
• Historical
exploration
activities
prior to Centamin's involvement
were limited. There are no records
of systematic exploration or drilling
by major international companies.
Previous work primarily consisted of
regional-scale geochemical surveys
and
government-sponsored
mapping pro-grams conducted by
the Côte d’Ivoire geological survey
and local government initiatives.
These activities provided basic geo-
logical context but did not lead to
significant
discovery
or
development efforts.
• Centamin’s exploration efforts since
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responsible for the identification,
systematic
testing,
and
advancement
of
the
Doropo
Mineral Resource. No Mineral
Resources or significant exploration
targets from previous explorers
were inherited by Centamin. All
resources re-ported to date result
from Centamin’s soil sampling,
auger drilling, trenching, and drilling
campaigns. As such, historical data
has not materially contributed to
the current Mineral Re-source
Estimate.
Geology
Deposit type, geological setting
and style of mineralisation.
• The Doropo Project is located within
the Birimian-age greenstone belts
of the West African Craton, a prolific
geological setting known for hosting
orogenic gold deposits. Specifically,
the project lies in northern Côte
d’Ivoire, comprising a sequence of
volcano-sedimentary
rocks,
including
mafic
volcanics,
interbedded metasediments, felsic
intrusives, and minor ultra-mafic
units. The local geology consists
predominantly of intermediate to
mafic volcaniclastic rocks, intruded
by granitoid bodies and crosscut by
regional shear zones.
• Gold mineralisation is primarily
structurally
con-trolled,
hosted
within moderate- to steeply-dipping
quartz–carbonate–sulphide
vein
arrays. These veins are developed
along shear zones, fault splays, and
lithological contacts. Mineralisation
is associated with strong silica,
sericite, carbonate, and minor
chlorite alteration halos. Sulphide
minerals
such
as
pyrite,
arsenopyrite, and lesser amounts of
pyrrhotite are common, closely
associated with gold occurrence.
The mineralisation style is typical of
orogenic lode gold systems, with
gold generally occurring as free
grains and fine inclusions within
sulphides.
Structural
controls,
including vein orientations and
competency
contrasts
between
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influencing the distribution and
continuityof mineralisation.
Drill hole Information
A summary of all information
material to the understanding of
the exploration results including a
tabulation
of
the
following
information for all Material drill
holes:
o easting and northing of the
drill hole collar
o elevation or RL (Reduced Level
– elevation above sea level in
metres) of the drill hole collar
o dip and azimuth of the hole
o down
hole
length
and
interception depth
o hole length.

If the exclusion of this information
is justified on the basis that the
information is not Material and
this exclusion does not detract
from the understanding of the
report, the Competent Person
should clearly explain why this is
the case.
• The NI 43-101 Technical Report of
2024 provides comprehensive
drillhole information, covering
collar lo-cations, drill hole depths,
azimuths, dips, and key
intersections. Drillhole collars were
surveyed using differential GPS
(DGPS) or total station equipment,
and were tied into a local grid
based on the UTM Zone 30N,
WGS84 datum. Complete lists of
drill collars, including northing,
easting, elevation, azimuth, dip,
and total depth, are included in
appendices of the technical report
for all holes used in Resource
estimation.
• Significant exploration results and
Mineral Resource drill intersections
are re-ported systematically, with
true thickness considerations
discussed where relevant. The
database includes 5,794 drillholes
for a total of 547,805 m of drilling.
The report also provides detailed
composite intercept tables for
representative drilling results
across all principal deposits
(Souwa, Chegue, Krakara, etc.),
including downhole depth
intervals, gold grades, and sample
lengths.
Data aggregation methods
In reporting Exploration Results,
weighting averaging techniques,
maximum and/or minimum grade
truncations (e.g. cutting of high
grades) and cut-off grades are
usually Material and should be
stated.

Where
aggregate
intercepts
incorporate short lengths of high-
grade results and longer lengths of
low-grade results, the procedure
used for such aggregation should
be stated and some typical
examples of such aggregations
should be shown in detail.

The assumptions used for any
reporting of metal equivalent
values should be clearly stated.
• Exploration results and Mineral
Resource
drill
intercepts
are
reported based on compositing of
contiguous mineralised intervals.
Assay results were compo-sited to
ensure
that
sample
length
variability did not introduce bias.
Only intervals above a certain cut-
off grade (typically 0.5 g/t Au for
mineralised zones) were included
when reporting exploration results.
• No top-cutting (grade capping) was
applied
when
presenting
raw
exploration results; however, top-
cutting was considered and applied
during
Mineral
Re-source
estimation to control the influence
of
extreme
outlier
grades.
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of 1 m, reflecting the RC and DD
sampling intervals. Where lower
grade mate-rial was present within
higher-grade
zones,
internal
dilution up to 2 m was accepted
within the compo-sited interval to
maintaingeological continuity.
Relationship between mineralisation
widths and intercept lengths

These
relationships
are
particularly important in
the
reporting of Exploration Results.

If
the
geometry
of
the
mineralisation with respect to the
drill hole angle is known, its nature
should be reported.

If it is not known and only the
down hole lengths are reported,
there should be a clear statement
to this effect (e.g. ‘down hole
length, true width not known’).
• The
majority
of
drilling
was
designed to intersect mineralisation
as close as possible to true width by
orienting drillholes approximately
perpendicular to the dominant
strike and dip of mineralised
structures. Drill-holes were typically
inclined at -50° to -60° angles
depending
on
local
geological
conditions,
and
aimed
at
intersecting mineralised zones that
dip moderately (30°to 70°) to-wards
the east or west (ac-cording to the
individual
de-posit).
As
such,
downhole
intercept
lengths
reported in exploration results ap-
proximate true widths in most
cases, particularly in the main
Souwa,
Chegue,
and
Krakara
deposits.
• In cases where drilling was oblique
to structures - particularly in folded
or com-plex structural zones, true
widths
were
estimated
or
commentary
provided
where
necessary. No mate-rial bias in
grade or continuity arising from
drilling orientation was identified
during
Mineral
Resource
estimation. Geological modelling
used
structural
measurements,
cross sections, and 3D wireframes
to constrain true thickness of the
mineralised zones.
Diagrams
Appropriate maps and sections
(with scales) and tabulations of
intercepts should be included for
any significant discovery being
reported These should include, but
not be limited to a plan view of drill
hole
collar
locations
and
appropriate sectional views.
• The NI 43-101 Technical Report of
2024 provides a variety of diagrams
that illustrate the distribution of
mineralisation,
drill
coverage,
geological interpretation, and re-
source outlines. These include:
• Plan view maps showing drill hole
collar
locations
and
surface
projections of the mineralised
zones.
• Cross sections and long sections
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Chegue,
Krakara)
depicting
lithological
units,
interpreted
mineralisation wireframes, and drill
intercepts.
• 3D block models illustrating grade
distribution
and
re-source
classifications.
• Regionalgeological maps.
Balanced reporting
Where comprehensive reporting of
all Exploration Results is not
practicable,
representative
reporting of both low and high
grades and/or widths should be
practiced to avoid misleading
reporting of Exploration Results.
• Exploration results are presented in
a manner that is consistent with
balanced reporting principles. Both
positive results (significant gold
intersections) and lower-grade or
barren drilling outcomes are dis-
cussed in the report narrative.
Significant intercepts are reported
based on a gold cut-off (typically 0.5
g/t Au), and intervals that do not
meet
this
threshold
are
not
excluded without comment - their
absence is im-plied where relevant.
Where drill programs encountered
areas of weak mineralisation or
barren
geology,
this
is
acknowledged qualitatively in the
discussion of deposit extents and
geological domains.
• Resource estimation was based on
all available drilling data, not just
high-grade intervals.
Other substantive exploration data
Other
exploration
data,
if
meaningful and material, should
be reported including (but not
limited
to):
geological
observations; geophysical survey
results;
geochemical
survey
results; bulk samples – size and
method
of
treatment;
metallurgical test results; bulk
density,
groundwater,
geotechnical
and
rock
characteristics;
potential
deleterious
or
contaminating
substances.
• In addition to drilling and trenching,
that the previous owner has
completed
several
substantive
exploration programs across the
Project area, including extensive
soil geo-chemistry, auger drilling,
geophysical surveys, and baseline
environmental studies.
• Soil geochemistry: Over 92,000 soil
samples were collected between
2014 and 2022 on grids varying
from 400 x 400 m down to 100 x 100
m, helping to identify coherent
gold-in-soil anomalies that guided
subsequent drilling.
• Auger
drilling:
Approximately
28,000 auger holes were drilled to
sample through laterite cover to
saprolite,
providing
a
3D
geochemical signature where soil
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• Geophysics: Regional aeromagnetic
and radio-metric surveys were con-
ducted by government agencies,
with Centamin reprocessing this
data
to
aid
in
geological
interpretation
and
target
generation. Ground-based induced
polarisation
(IP)
surveys
were
conducted selectively over key
prospects to assist in structural
interpretation.
• Preliminary metallurgical test work
was performed on representative
mineralised material. Test work
indicated that gold mineralisation
was amenable to conventional
gravity
recovery
and
cyanide
leaching, with excellent recoveries
(>90%extraction)
achievable.
Additionally,
environmental
baseline
studies
have
been
completed
across
the
Doropo
permit area to sup-port permitting
requirements.
Further work
The nature and scale of planned
further work (e.g. tests for lateral
extensions or depth extensions or
large-scale step-out drilling).

Diagrams clearly highlighting the
areas
of
possible
extensions,
including the main geological
interpretations and future drilling
areas, provided this information is
not commercially sensitive.
• Future work will focus on advancing
the deposit toward production
readiness. Key programs planned
include infill drilling to up-grade
portions of the Mineral Resource
from
Indicated
to
Measured
classification, particularly in the
Souwa,
Chegue,
and
Kra-kara
deposits. Additional step-out and
extensional drilling is also proposed
to target near-mine exploration
opportunities along the interpreted
structural corridors, with the aim of
in-creasing the overall re-source
base.
• Further geotechnical drilling and pit
slope studies are planned to refine
open-pit
designs,
along
with
additional
hydrogeological
investigations to support mine
dewatering strategies. Metallurgical
test work has been expanded, to
include variability testing across
different ore domains to optimise
processing
flowsheets.
Environmental and social impact
assessments (ESIA) will continue to
ensure compliance with permitting
obligations.

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Section 3 Estimation and Reporting of Mineral Resources

(Criteria listed in section 1, and where relevant in section 2, also apply to this section.)

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Database integrity
Measures taken to ensure that
data has not been corrupted by,
for example, transcription or
keying errors, between its initial
collection and its use for Mineral
Resource estimation purposes.

Data validation procedures used.
• The drillhole database has been
developed and man-aged using
industry-standard
practices.
Geological, geotechnical, and assay
data were initially collected in field
log sheets or digital capture tools
and subsequently entered into a
centralised SQL-based data-base
system.
Data
entry
protocols
included
validation
checks
to
reduce
transcription
errors,
including dropdown lists for logging
codes
and
automated
field
validations.
Independent
verification of key fields (collar
locations, assay results, geology
codes) against original laboratory
certificates and field records was
carried out periodically.
• Database
administration
was
performed by Centamin’s in-house
data management team, and peri-
odic reviews and audits were
conducted to check for consistency,
missing fields, duplications, and
logical errors. The data-base was
exported
and
in-dependently
validated prior to each Mineral
Resource estimation. Assay results
were matched against original
laboratory certificates to ensure
accuracy, and downhole survey
data was checked for consistency
with expected drillhole trajectories.
No material errors or significant
discrepancies
were
identified
duringvalidation.
Site visits
Comment on any site visits
undertaken by the Competent
Person and the outcome of those
visits.

If no site visits have been
undertaken indicate why this is
the case.
• Site visits were conducted by
Qualified Persons (QPs) responsible
for the Mineral Resource estimate.
The site visits included direct
observation of drilling operations
(RC and diamond drilling), core
handling and sampling practices,
geological logging procedures, and
data management workflows.
• During the site visits, the QP
reviewed: drill collar lo-cations,
sampling representivity (soil, auger,
RC,DD),core loggingfacilities,QAQC

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
sample insertion and management,
sample security and transport
procedures.
• No material issues or in-
consistencies were identified during
the site visits.
Geological interpretation
Confidence in (or conversely, the
uncertainty of) the geological
interpretation of the mineral
deposit.

Nature of the data used and of
any assumptions made.

The effect, if any, of alternative
interpretations on Mineral
Resource estimation.

The use of geology in guiding and
controlling Mineral Resource
estimation.

The factors affecting continuity
both of grade and geology.
• The Doropo Gold Project comprises
sixteen prospects, Attire, Enioda,
Chegue Main, Chegue South, Han,
Hinda, Hinda South, Kekeda,
Kilosegui, Nare, Nokpa, Sanboyoro,
Solo, Souwa, Tchouahinin, and Vako.
• The geological interpretation for
each is based on a combination of
surface mapping, soil geochemistry,
trenching, drilling (RC and diamond
core), and geophysical data. The
mineralisation is structurally
controlled, typically hosted within
quartz–carbonate–sulphide vein
arrays aligned along north-north-
east trending shear zones. Detailed
geological logging of drill core and
RC chips provided information on
lithology, alteration, mineralisation
styles, and structure, which were
incorporated into the 3D geological
models.
• Wireframes were constructed
around logged mineralisation
envelopes using a nominal cut-off of
approximately 0.3 to 0.5 g/t Au,
depending on deposit and geological
domain. Interpretation of geological
continuity, mineralised do-main
boundaries, and grade distribution is
sup-ported by close-spaced drilling
(especially in Souwa, Chegue, and
Kra-kara) and structural
measurements taken from oriented
core. Confidence in the
interpretation is high where drilling
density is greater, while areas of
wider drill spacing retain a lower
confidence, resulting in appropriate
resource classification into
Measured, Indicated, or Inferred.
Dimensions
The extent and variability of the
Mineral Resource expressed as
length (along strike or otherwise),
plan width, and depth below
surface to the upper and lower
limits of the Mineral Resource.
• The Doropo Mineral Re-source
comprises multiple discrete deposits,
the largest of which are Souwa,
Chegue, and Krakara. These deposits
are structurally controlled lode gold
systems that occur alongnortheast-

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
trending shear zones. The
mineralised zones are typically
hosted in altered mafic to
intermediate volcanic rocks and are
characterised by moderate to steep
dips.
• The combined strike length of
individual mineralised lodes within
the Doropo Project is over 12 km,
with individual deposits ranging from
300 m to over 2.5 km in length.
Mineralised zones are generally 3 to
15 m thick but can reach widths of
up to 30 m in dilational zones or
where stacked lodes coalesce. The
mineralisation extends from near
surface to vertical depths of 100 to
250 m, with some mineralised
domains drilled to 300 to 400 m
vertical depth,particularlyin Souwa.
Estimation and modelling techniques
The nature and appropriateness
of the estimation technique(s)
applied and key assumptions,
including treatment of extreme
grade values, domaining,
interpolation parameters and
maximum distance of
extrapolation from data points. If
a computer assisted estimation
method was chosen include a
description of computer software
and parameters used.

The availability of check
estimates, previous estimates
and/or mine production records
and whether the Mineral
Resource estimate takes
appropriate account of such data.

The assumptions made regarding
recovery of by-products.

Estimation of deleterious
elements or other non-grade
variables of economic significance
(e.g. sulphur for acid mine
drainage characterisation).

In the case of block model
interpolation, the block size in
relation to the average sample
spacing and the search employed.

Any assumptions behind
modelling of selective mining
units.

Any assumptions about
• Software used for the Mineral
Resource estimate included
Geoaccess Professional, Leapfrog
Geo, Surpac and Isatis v2018.5.
• The Mineral Resource estimate for
the Doropo Project was estimated
using Ordinary Kriging (OK)
interpolation and Local Uniform
Conditioning (LUC). Estimation was
conducted within hard boundary
mineralisation domains defined by
3D wireframes, con-structed based
on geological logging, assay results,
trenching, and geophysical
interpretations. Drillhole data was
composited to 1 m intervals prior to
estimation. High-grade outlier values
were assessed through statistical
analysis of gold grade distributions
by domain, and top cuts were
applied on an individual domain
basis to reduce the influence of
extreme grades. In some areas a
distance limiting constraint was
applied. Variogram models were
developed in Gaussian space to
model the spatial continuity of gold
grades and back transformed prior
to estimation. Search ellipses were
oriented along the dominant
structural trends observed in the
mineralisation.

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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
correlation between variables.

Description of how the geological
interpretation was used to control
the resource estimates.

Discussion of basis for using or
not using grade cutting or
capping.

The process of validation, the
checking process used, the
comparison of model data to drill
hole data, and use of
reconciliation data if available.
• The block models were constructed
for each de-posit with a parent block
size of 5 m x 5 m x 2.5 m –the
assumed ultimate SMU block size
and rotated according to the
orientation of the deposit. The OK
interpolation was undertaken into
relatively large panel blocks –
predominantly 20 m x 20 m x 5 m
but variable depending on deposit.
Sub-blocking was utilised to
accurately honour geological and
mineralisation boundaries.
• No mining dilution or recovery
factors were applied; the estimate
reflects in-situ grades and tonnages.
• Only gold was estimated; no
deleterious elements were
modelled. No by-products were
considered, and no correlations be-
tween variables were assumed as
only gold was economically
significant.
• The model was validated through
visual inspections, comparison of
input composite grades to block
grades, swath plot analysis, and
global statistical checks. No
reconciliation to mining production
was possible as the Doropo Project
remains pre-production at this time.
Moisture
Whether the tonnages are
estimated on a dry basis or with
natural moisture, and the method
of determination of the moisture
content.
• Tonnages are estimated and
reported on a dry basis.
Cut-off parameters
The basis of the adopted cut-off
grade(s) or quality parameters
applied.
• The Mineral Resource estimates for
the Doropo Project were reported
using a 0.3 g/t Au cut-off grade. This
cut-off was selected based on PFS
assumptions that reflect open pit
mining methods, anticipated pro-
cessing costs, metallurgical
recoveries, and a long-term gold
price assumption.
• The 0.3 g/t Au cut-off represents a
reasonable expectation for economic
ex-traction in a conventional open-
pit scenario with moderate stripping
ratios and CIL (carbon-in-leach) gold
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Mining factors or assumptions
Assumptions made regarding
possible mining methods,
minimum mining dimensions and
internal (or, if applicable,
external) mining dilution. It is
always necessary as part of the
process of determining
reasonable prospects for eventual
economic extraction to consider
potential mining methods, but the
assumptions made regarding
mining methods and parameters
when estimating Mineral
Resources may not always be
rigorous. Where this is the case,
this should be reported with an
explanation of the basis of the
mining assumptions made.
• Mining factors and assumptions are
based on the expectation of open pit
mining methods using conventional
truck and shovel operations.
Optimised pit shells were generated
using Whittle optimisation software
to test the reason-able prospects for
eventual economic extraction. These
pit shells informed the re-porting
constraints applied to the Mineral
Resource estimate
• The pit optimisations were
generated by Orelogy in 2025 with
key mining parameters summarised
below;

All models were
re-blocked to 10 mX x 10
mY x 5 mRL;

Gold price
assumption of USD3,000
per troy ounce;
Overall pit wall slope
angles used are (in the
range of):
o
24° in oxide;
o
28° in transitional;
o
48° in fresh;

Mining Recovery
of 92% (8% ore loss);

Mining Dilution of
14%;

Process Recovery:
Oxide: 93.5%
Metallurgical factors or assumptions
The basis for assumptions or
predictions regarding
metallurgical amenability. It is
always necessary as part of the
process of determining
reasonable prospects for eventual
economic extraction to consider
potential metallurgical methods,
but the assumptions regarding
metallurgical treatment processes
and parameters made when
reporting Mineral Resources may
not always be rigorous. Where
this is the case, this should be
reported with an explanation of
the basis of the metallurgical
assumptions made.
• Preliminary metallurgical test work
has been conducted on
representative mineralised material
from the Doropo Project. Samples
were collected across a range of
deposits (Souwa, Chegue, Krakara)
and across different oxidation states
(oxide, transitional, and fresh rock).
Test work was performed at certified
laboratories and included gravity
recovery tests, cyanidation leaching
tests, and bottle roll tests.
• The results indicate that gold
mineralisation is amenable to
conventional gravity recovery
followed by CIL (carbon-in-leach)
pro-cessing, achieving high gold
recoveries generally exceeding 90%.
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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
rock, but all major ore types
demonstrated favour-able leach
kinetics. No significant metallurgical
challenges, such as refractory gold or
deleterious elements affecting
processing, were identified during
initial test work.
Environmental factors or
assumptions
Assumptions made regarding
possible waste and process
residue disposal options. It is
always necessary as part of the
process of determining
reasonable prospects for eventual
economic extraction to consider
the potential environmental
impacts of the mining and
processing operation. While at
this stage the determination of
potential environmental impacts,
particularly for a greenfields
project, may not always be well
advanced, the status of early
consideration of these potential
environmental impacts should be
reported. Where these aspects
have not been considered this
should be reported with an
explanation of the environmental
assumptions made.
• Environmental and social baseline
studies have been conducted across
the project area, including flora and
fauna surveys, water quality
sampling, heritage site assessments,
and social impact studies. These
baseline investigations were
undertaken to inform the
Environmental and Social Impact
Assessment (ESIA) process, which is
a legal requirement for obtaining a
Mining Licence in Côte d’Ivoire.
• An ESIA and Resettlement Action
Plan (RAP) were prepared in
accordance with Ivorian regulations
and submitted to the relevant
authorities. Environmental
certificates and approvals have been
granted as part of the Mining
Licence issuance. Key environmental
risks identified (such as water
management, waste disposal, and
biodiversity preservation) have been
assessed at a preliminary level and
mitigation measures proposed,
although final designs (e.g., for
tailings storage facilities and mine
waste dumps) will be completed
during Feasibility Studies.
• There are no known environmental
issues that would materially affect
the reasonable prospects of eventual
economic extraction of the Mineral
Resources. Ongoing monitoring and
additional environmental studies are
planned as the project advances
toward development.
Bulk density
Whether assumed or determined.
If assumed, the basis for the
assumptions. If determined, the
method used, whether wet or dry,
the frequency of the
measurements, the nature, size
and representativeness of the
samples.

The bulk density for bulk material
• Bulk density measurements were
taken systematically using drill core
samples from across the various
deposits and oxidation zones (oxide,
transitional, and fresh rock). The
measurements were con-ducted
using the Archimedes principle
(water immersion displacement
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Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
must have been measured by
methods that adequately account
for void spaces (vugs, porosity,
etc.), moisture and differences
between rock and alteration
zones within the deposit.

Discuss assumptions for bulk
density estimates used in the
evaluation process of the different
materials.
were oven-dried before testing to
ensure that moisture content did not
artificially influence the density
readings.
• A substantial dataset of 19,587 bulk
density measurements were
collected and statistically analysed.
Density values were assigned to
different oxidation domains as
follows:
• Oxide material: average bulk density
~1.8–2.0 t/m³
• Transitional material: ~2.3–2.5 tm³
• Fresh rock: ~2.7 t/m³.
• These domain-specific densities
were applied to the block model
based on the oxidation state of each
block. Density variability was
reviewed, and no significant spatial
inconsistencies were identified that
would materially affect the Mineral
Resource estimate.
Classification
The basis for the classification of
the Mineral Resources into
varying confidence categories.

Whether appropriate account has
been taken of all relevant factors
(i.e. relative confidence in
tonnage/grade estimations,
reliability of input data,
confidence in continuity of
geology and metal values, quality,
quantity and distribution of the
data).

Whether the result appropriately
reflects the Competent Person’s
view of the deposit.
• The Mineral Resource has been
classified and reported in
accordance with the CIM Definition
Standards. Resources were classified
into Measured, Indicated, and
Inferred categories based on a
combination of drilling density, geo-
logical confidence, continuity of
mineralisation, and data quality.
• Measured Resources were assigned
in areas where drilling density was
highest (nominally on 10 m x 10 m
grids), geological and mineralisation
continuity was well established, and
data quality (assays, surveys,
logging) was considered excellent.
• Indicated Resources were defined in
areas of moder-ate drilling density
(typically 25 m to 30 m spacing)
where mineralisation continuity and
geological controls were reasonably
well understood.
• Inferred Resources were assigned to
zones with broader drill spacing up
to 50 m x 50 m, lower geological
confidence, or where extrapolation
beyond drilling data was required.
• The classification approach
appropriately reflects the level of
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geological models, sampling
methods, and assay results.
Audits or reviews
The results of any audits or
reviews of Mineral Resource
estimates.
• No independent audit has been
completed on the Doropo Mineral
Resource Estimate.
• Cube Consulting undertook regular
internal peer reviews during the
course of the MRE work.
Discussion of relative accuracy/
confidence

Where appropriate a statement
of the relative accuracy and
confidence level in the Mineral
Resource estimate using an
approach or procedure deemed
appropriate by the Competent
Person. For example, the
application of statistical or
geostatistical procedures to
quantify the relative accuracy of
the resource within stated
confidence limits, or, if such an
approach is not deemed
appropriate, a qualitative
discussion of the factors that
could affect the relative accuracy
and confidence of the estimate.

The statement should specify
whether it relates to global or
local estimates, and, if local, state
the relevant tonnages, which
should be relevant to technical
and economic evaluation.
Documentation should include
assumptions made and the
procedures used.

These statements of relative
accuracy and confidence of the
estimate should be compared
with production data, where
available.
• The relative accuracy and confidence
of the Doropo Mineral Resource
estimates are considered ap-
propriate for the classification levels
assigned.
• No production data is available for
direct reconciliation, as the project is
still in the exploration and
development phase.
• At the global scale, the Mineral
Resource estimate is considered to
have an accuracy commensurate
with industry expectations for a
project at the advanced exploration
and prefeasibility stages.

Section 4 Estimation and Reporting of Ore Reserves

(Criteria listed in section 1, and where relevant in section 2, also apply to this section.)

Criteria JORC Code explanation Commentary
Mineral Resource
estimate for conversion
to Ore Reserves

Description of the
Mineral Resource
estimate used as a
basis for the conversion
to an Ore Reserve

Clear statement as to
whether the Mineral
The Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) for the
Doropo project as at September 2025 has been
used for the 2025 DFS Update for the Doropo
Gold Project and the associated Ore Reserve
estimation that underpins it.

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Resources are reported
additional to, or
inclusive of, the Ore
Reserves.
The Mineral Resource has been reported in
accordance with the Australasian Code for
Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral
Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC 2012).
The Mineral Resource Estimate is inclusive of
the 2025 Doropo Ore Reserve Estimate.
Site visits
Comment on any site
visits undertaken by the
Competent Person and
the outcome of those
visits.

If no site visits have
been undertaken
indicate why this is the
case.
The 2025 Doropo Ore Reserve Estimate was
completed by Mr. Ross Cheyne FAusIMM. Mr.
Cheyne is employed by Orelogy Consulting. Mr.
Cheyne has sufficient experience which is
relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of
deposit under consideration and to the mining
activity being undertaken to qualify as a
Competent Person as defined in the 2012
Edition of the JORC Code.
Mr Cheyne was the Qualified Person for the
previous Mineral Reserve Estimate developed
by Centamin. This was released under Canadian
National Instrument 43-101 which did not require
a site visit to be undertaken, Mr Cheyne has not
carried out a site visit as part of this Ore Reserve
update, He has had numerous briefings with
multiple independent consultants that have
attended site since 2022 through both the PFS
and DFS project assessment phases and
therefore has a sound understanding of the site
conditions
Study Status
The type and level of
study undertaken to
enable Mineral
Resources to be
converted to Ore
Reserves.

The Code requires that
a study to at least Pre-
Feasibility Study level
has been undertaken to
convert Mineral
Resources to Ore
Reserves. Such studies
will have been carried
out and will have
determined a mine plan
that is technically
achievable and
economically viable,
and that material
Modifying Factors have
been considered.
The Doropo Mineral Resource has been
converted to an Ore Reserve through the
completion of a Feasibility Level Mining Study
(FS).
The mine plan is considered technically
achievable and involves the application of
conventional technology and open pit mining
methods widely utilised in similar West African
mining operations.
Financial modelling shows the project to be
economically viable using current assumptions
on gold price and quoted pricing.
Modifying Factors that relate to the mining and
processing of ore and recovery of gold have
been considered for the Ore Reserve Estimate.
The Study was compiled by Lycopodium with
input from

Resolute Mining limited (Mineral
Resource)

SRK Consulting (Mine Geotechnical)

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Orelogy Consulting (Mine Planning and
Ore Reserve)

ALS (Metallurgical test work)

Knight Piesold (Tailings Storage
Facility)

Knight Piesold (Hydrogeology)

H&B Consulting and Earth Systems
(Environmental and Social Impact
Assessment)
Cut-off parameters
The basis of the cut-off
grade(s) or quality
parameters applied
Break-even cut-off grades were determined by
considering:

Gold price, net of refining
charge and royalties, of $1,847/oz

Achievable gold recovery from
ore processing averaging 88%.

Feasibility Study ore
processing costs at an average
throughput rate of 815 tph.

Geological modelling
domaining at 0.3 g/t.
A minimum diluted cut-off grade of 0.32 g/t to
0.52 g/t was applied dependent on location and
ore type.
Mining factors or
assumptions

The method and
assumptions used as
reported in the Pre-
Feasibility or Feasibility
Study to convert the
Mineral Resource to an
Ore Reserve (i.e. either
by application of
appropriate factors by
optimisation or by
preliminary or detailed
design).

The choice, nature and
appropriateness of the
selected mining
method(s) and other
mining parameters
including associated
design issues such as
pre-strip, access, etc.

The assumptions made
regarding geotechnical
parameters (e.g., pit
slopes, stope sizes,
etc), grade control and
pre-production drilling.

The major assumptions
The 2025 Ore Reserve Estimate is based on an
open pit mining approach underpinned by mine
plans that deliver ore for processing on site to
produce gold for sale. The mine planning
activities included to derive the Ore Reserve
were:

Detailed dilution modelling for a
selective mining operation.

Open pit optimisation and selection of a
viable economic shell as the basis for
design. Pit shells were selected based
on cashflow, geotechnical constraints
and operational considerations.

Development of ultimate pit designs
split into practical internal stages
suitable for the size of the mining
equipment and wall design parameters
based on recommendations provided
by an external geotechnical consultant.

Mine scheduling which balanced value
objectives with practical considerations.

Mining cost estimation based on
submissions from experienced contract
mining service providers.
Conventional open pit mining using excavators
and rigid dump trucks was selected as the most
appropriate mining method. The fleet sizing and

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made, and Mineral
Resource model used
for pit and stope
optimisation (if
appropriate).

The mining dilution
factors used.

The mining recovery
factors used.

Any minimum mining
widths used.

The manner in which
Inferred Mineral
Resources are utilised
in mining studies and
the sensitivity of the
outcome to their
inclusion.

The infrastructure
requirements of the
selected mining
methods.
mining approach is conventional and common
across the West African mining industry.
The mining method and grade control practises
to be employed at Doropo are aimed at mining
the ore zones selectively using backhoe
configured excavators on a 2.5 m flitch to
minimise dilution and ore loss. Blasting of all
rock was assessed on 5 or 10 m benches.
Final pits were generally split into stages where
practical. Stages were generally designed with
dual lane ramps except for the final two benches
where single lanes were adopted. The mine
design used a minimum mining width of 30 m for
the base of pits. The stage designs targeted a
minimum mining width of 100 m as a practical
mining limit without compromising operability
SRK Consulting previously completed a
geotechnical investigation and pit slope design.
As part of the 2023 feasibility assessment
completed by the previous owner, a total of 8
holes of approximately 820 m total length were
completed. These are in addition to 33 drillholes
completed for the 2023 PFS and 23 drillholes
completed for the Scoping Study in 2018. A
selection of these drillholes were utilized by SRK
to complete the 2023 geotechnical study as
noted in their report.
The pit designs have significantly expanded
since the previous study carried out in 2023 due
to the higher gold price used for the 2025 DFS
update. These expanded pits have resulted in
some of the previously collected geotechnical
data, largely targeting highwall conditions of the
pits, being located away from the final wall of the
updated designs, Therefore, a geotechnical
review was requested from SRK to confirm the
established pit slope design recommendations
(SRK, 2023) were still appropriate. The SRK
review concluded that the consistency of the
deposit geology and expected structural
orientations indicated the data was usable for
design purposes and the previous design criteria
was still valid, but that potential risks behind pit
walls may exist.
Nokpa pit changed the most significantly with the
updated mining assumptions. Previously
identified poor rock conditions in the highwall
were mitigated previously owing to shallow
overall slope heights and shallow slope angles.
Designs for Nokpa were updated to include thea
requirement for a geotechnical berm in the
hangingwall as recommended by SRK.

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Ore loss (mining recovery) and dilution was
modelled during the conversion of the Resource
Model to a Mining Model taking into account ore
width, orebody dip, the selective mining unit and
the grade of the diluent material by applying a
1.0 m mixing zone at the boundaries between or
and waste. Equivalent zero dilution grade and
ore losses reported by deposit were:
Area
Dilution
(%)
Ore
loss
(%)
Enioda
6.5%
5.2%
Han
3.9%
3.8%
Kekeda
4.1%
7.0%
Kilosegui
1.3%
8.3%
Nokpa/Chegue
9.7%
2.9%
Souwa
10.9%
1.5%
Total
4.8%
5.8%
Physical, technical and economic parameters
were then applied to the diluted Mining Model as
part of the pit optimisation process, generating
an “optimal” open pit excavation geometry which
was utilised as the basis of subsequent detailed
mine design.
No Inferred Mineral Resources have been
included in the Ore Reserve Estimate. Inferred
Mineral Resources were treated as waste and
assigned no economic value.
The open pit mining approach will require
establishment of the following site infrastructure
adjacent to the proposed processing facility:

Heavy vehicle and light vehicle workshop,

Fuel farm,

Wash down facility,

Parts warehouse,

Vehicle laydown, tyre store and chemical
disposal facilities.

Offices, mess hall and ablutions.
Metallurgical factors or
assumptions

The metallurgical
process proposed and
the appropriateness of
that process to the style
of mineralisation.

Whether the
The proposed process flowsheet includes a
single stage crushing, Semi Autogenous
Grinding, Ball Milling comminution circuit
followed by conventional gravity and carbon-in-
leach (CIL) gold recovery process. The
metallurgical process proposed is appropriate for
non-refractory free milling gold ores.

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metallurgical process is
well-tested technology
or novel in nature.

The nature, amount and
representativeness of
metallurgical test work
undertaken, the nature
of the metallurgical
domaining applied and
the corresponding
metallurgical recovery
factors applied.

Any assumptions or
allowances made for
deleterious elements.

The existence of any
bulk sample or pilot
scale test work and the
degree to which such
samples are considered
representative of the
orebody as a whole.

For minerals that are
defined by a
specification, has the
ore reserve estimation
been based on the
appropriate mineralogy
to meet the
specifications?
The metallurgical process is a well-tested
technology and conventional for gold processing
plants.
Detailed metallurgical testwork, undertaken in
2023 and 2024 by ALS Metallurgy in Perth, has
been completed as part of the studies
undertaken by the previous mine owners. The
testwork included comminution, gravity
concentration, cyanide leaching and carbon
adsorption and thickening.
Representative samples from each pit and of
each domain (oxide, transition and fresh) were
included in the testwork programmes. The
recovery factors are based on the testwork
results and include all pits and domains.
The testwork indicated that the grades of
deleterious elements were below the levels of
concern.
The testwork in the two previous studies was
performed on master composite and variability
samples for each pit and domain. No bulk
samples were tested and no continuous pilot
scale testwork was conducted.
There are no defined mineral specifications that
apply to this Project.
Environmental
The status of studies of
potential environmental
impacts of the mining
and processing
operation.

Details of waste rock
characterisation and the
consideration of
potential sites, status of
design options
considered and, where
applicable, the status of
approvals for process
residue storage and
waste dumps should be
reported.
An Environmental and Social Impact
Assessment (ESIA) was completed and
approved by government with the granting of an
environmental permit in June 2024. The ESIA
was aligned to the Côte d'Ivoire national
regulatory requirements. The studies undertaken
are comprehensive and of acceptable quality,
scope and level of detail for a Detailed
Feasibility Study.
The ESIA included the geochemical
characterisation of waste rock and ore material
for the project. The results of the geochemical
assessment have been considered in Project
design.
Geochemical characterisation of waste rock and
ore material for the Doropo project has been
carried out. The results of static testing show
that the ore (>0.2 g/t Au) and waste rock
material has a generally low total sulphur (S)
content, with all samples containing less than
1% total S. The highest total S was recorded for
an ore-grade sample of granodiorite, at 0.88% S.
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0.04%. Nearly all of the S present is shown to be
in the form of sulphide. As a result of the low S
contents, the sample population has a low acid
generation potential (AP), and generally higher
values of neutralisation potential (NP). The
average neuralisation potential ratio (NPR) for
the population is 15, implying that samples have
on average 15 times greater NP than AP. All
waste samples are classified on the basis of
static test indices as non-potential acid
generating (PAG), while 10% of ore samples are
classified as PAG.
Infrastructure
The existence of
appropriate
infrastructure:
availability of land for
plant development,
power, water,
transportation
(particularly for bulk
commodities), labour,
accommodation; or the
ease with which the
infrastructure can be
provided, or accessed.
The Project site is located in Northeastern Cote
D’Ivoire within the Bounkani Region,
approximately 450km northeast of Abidjan and
50km west of Bouna.
The feasibility study update assumes that the
workforce will be accommodated in the main on
site in the purpose-built accommodation facility
with local workers from the area accommodated
in their dwellings near the mine site.
A suitable location has been identified and
Feasibility studies undertaken for a permanent
accommodation camp to be constructed
appropriate for both Project Execution and
Operations.
Grid connection to the Cote d’Ivoire power
system has been chosen to supply power and
incorporated into the design. Solar option will be
investigated in the future to identify alternate
cheaper and greener power solutions.
Water will come via the Water harvesting dam
which will supply water to the Water supply dam.
Other infrastructure will include a ROM pad, pit
dewatering infrastructure, tailings storage facility,
water storage dam, water harvesting dam,
airstrip, mine access road, process plant offices
and stores facilities and mine services area
Costs
The derivation of, or
assumptions made,
regarding projected
capital costs in the
study.

The methodology used
to estimate operating
The FS level capital cost estimate in 2025 $US
prices has been developed by Lycopodium
based on a mechanical equipment list and
material take-offs with vendor pricing for large
mechanical items and in-house Engineering
estimates for process and non-process
infrastructure in accordance with AACE Class 4

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costs.

Allowances made for
the content of
deleterious elements.

The derivation of
assumptions made of
metal or commodity
price(s), for the principal
minerals and co-
products.

The source of exchange
rates used in the study.

Derivation of
transportation charges.

The basis for
forecasting or source of
treatment and refining
charges, penalties for
failure to meet
specification, etc.

The allowances made
for royalties payable,
both Government and
private.
estimate and are considered to be estimated at
a +/-10% accuracy consistent with a FS.
Lycopodium developed capital cost estimates
for:

Contractor Preliminaries and General

Bulk earthworks.

Concrete

Water supply, storage, and treatment
facilities.

Major equipment including crushing,
grinding, gravity and CIL circuits, and
associated process service
infrastructure.

All electrical supply and distribution

Process and non-process buildings

Access roads and civils.

Major electrical services.

Tailings Storage Facilities (TSF)

Water Storage Dam (WSD)

Water Harvesting Dam (WHD)

Airstrip

Access Road

Sediment control structures
Note : Knight Piesold developed Quantity take-
offs for TSF, WSD, WHD, access road sediment
control structures and airstrip)
ECG Engineering developed costs for the Power
Grid connection.
The FS mining cost estimate prepared by
Orelogy was supported by budget pricing
obtained from reputable open pit mining
contractors in October 2025. Diesel fuel
consumption was included at a price of $1.145/l.
Mine owner operating costs have been
estimated based on 2025 labour market
estimates plus site based allowances, flights,
accommodation, and oncosts. All operating
costs are considered to be estimated at a +/-
10% accuracy consistent with a FS.
All revenue and cost calculations have been
done using US Dollars.
Transportation and refining charges of $4/oz
was assumed.

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An allowance has been made of 6% for
royalties.
Revenue factors
The derivation of, or
assumptions made
regarding revenue
factors including head
grade, metal or
commodity price(s)
exchange rates,
transportation and
treatment charges,
penalties, net smelter
returns, etc.

The derivation of
assumptions made of
metal or commodity
price(s), for the principal
metals, minerals and
co-products.
Ore production and gold recovery estimates for
revenue calculations were based on detailed
mine designs, mine schedules, mining factors
metallurgical test work and cost estimates for
mining and processing.
A gold price of USD1950 per ounce has been
used for the open pit optimisation on which the
Ore Reserve pit designs are based and the
associated revenue factors. This equates to less
than 50% of the current gold spot price.
There are no other commodities or co-products
generated.
Market assessment
The demand, supply
and stock situation for
the particular
commodity,
consumption trends and
factors likely to affect
supply and demand into
the future.

A customer and
competitor analysis
along with the
identification of likely
market windows for the
product.

Price and volume
forecasts and the basis
for these forecasts.

For industrial minerals
the customer
specification, testing
and acceptance
requirements prior to a
supply contract.
There is a transparent open market for the sale
of gold.
No industrial minerals have been considered.
Economic
The inputs to the
economic analysis to
produce the net present
value (NPV) in the
study, the source and
confidence of these
economic inputs
including estimated
inflation, discount rate,
etc.

NPV ranges and
The 2025 Doropo Ore Reserve Estimate has
been evaluated through an appropriately
detailed financial model developed by Resolute.
All operating and capital costs as well as
revenue factors were included in the financial
model. This process has demonstrated the Ore
Reserve Estimate has a positive economic
return, at a gold price of US$1,950/oz, of
approximately US$339 M NPV5% (post-tax) and
18% IRR (post-tax).

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sensitivity to variations
in the significant
assumptions and
inputs.
Sensitivity analysis has been carried out with the
Ore Reserve Estimate being most sensitive to
gold price. A 10% increase in gold price
increases NPV by approximately 55%, with a
10% price reduction resulting in a -65% change
to NPV. This degree of sensitivity is a product of
the conservatively low gold price used to
develop the Ore Reserve Estimate.
Social
The status of
agreements with key
stakeholders and
matters leading to
social license to
operate.
The Resettlement and Livelihood Restoration
Framework (RLRF) for the Doropo Gold Project
(Doropo) has been developed in draft format as
a stand-alone document as part of the ESIA.
This framework serves as a strategic guide for
the social planning of the Project, encompassing
resettlement, livelihood restoration, and
compensation.
Other
To the extent relevant,
the impact of the
following on the project
and/or on the estimation
and classification of the
Ore Reserves:

Any identified material
naturally occurring
risks.

The status of material
legal agreements and
marketing
arrangements.

The status of
governmental
agreements and
approvals critical to the
viability of the project,
such as mineral
tenement status, and
government and
statutory approvals.
There must be
reasonable grounds to
expect that all
necessary Government
approvals will be
received within the
timeframes anticipated
in the Pre-Feasibility or
Feasibility study.
Highlight and discuss
the materiality of any
unresolved matter that
is dependent on a third
party on which
extraction of the reserve
is contingent.
The Company has long-standing granted
exploration licences extending over all Doropo
deposits where Ore Reserves have been
defined.
There are no likely identified naturally occurring
risks that may affect the Doropo Ore Reserve
Estimate area.
There are reasonable grounds to expect that all
necessary Government approvals will be
received within standard timeframes after
lodgement of requisite applications.
Mining exploitation permit is expected to be
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Classification
The basis for the
classification of the Ore
Reserves into varying
confidence categories.

Whether the result
appropriately reflects
the Competent Person’s
view of the deposit.

The proportion of
Probable Ore Reserves
that have been derived
from Measured Mineral
Resources (if any).
The classification of the 2025 Doropo Ore
Reserve Estimate has been reported in
accordance with the 2012 Edition of the JORC
Code.
The 2025 Doropo Ore Reserve Estimate reflects
the Competent Person’s view of the deposit.
The Proven and Probable components of the
Ore Reserve Estimate are based respectively on
that portion of Measured and Indicated Mineral
Resource within the mine designs that may be
economically extracted and includes allowance
for dilution and ore loss.
Audits or reviews
The results of any
audits or reviews of Ore
Reserve estimates.
Peer review on the 2025 Doropo Ore Reserve
Estimate has been completed internally by
Orelogy Consulting.
Discussion of relative
accuracy/ confidence

Where appropriate a
statement of the relative
accuracy and
confidence level in the
Ore Reserve estimate
using an approach or
procedure deemed
appropriate by the
Competent Person. For
example, the
application of statistical
or geostatistical
procedures to quantify
the relative accuracy of
the reserve within
stated confidence limits,
or, if such an approach
is not deemed
appropriate, a
qualitative discussion of
the factors which could
affect the relative
accuracy and
confidence of the
estimate.

The statement should
specify whether it
relates to global or local
estimates, and, if local,
state the relevant
tonnages, which should
be relevant to technical
and economic
evaluation.
Documentation should
include assumptions
made and the
The Mineral Resource Estimate and hence the
Ore Reserve Estimate relate to global estimates.
No production or reconciliation data is yet
available for comparison.
It is noted that Ore Reserve Estimates are an
estimation only and subject to numerous
variables common to mining projects and/or
operations. It is however, in the opinion of the
Competent Person that at the time of reporting,
economic extraction of the 2025 Doropo Project
Ore Reserve estimate can be reasonably
justified.
The mine design, mine schedule and financial
model on which the Ore Reserve Estimate is
based have been completed to a Feasibility
Study standard with a corresponding level of
confidence.
Assumed ore treatment recoveries are
supported by metallurgical testwork.
It is in the opinion of the Competent Person that
cost assumptions and modifying factors applied
in the estimation of the Ore Reserve are
reasonable. Relevant mining contractor costs
are based on budget level pricing supplied by
suitably qualified mining contractors.
There is reasonable grounds to expect that all
primary and secondary mining approvals will be
received within the timeframes required for
project development.

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procedures used.

Accuracy and
confidence discussions
should extend to
specific discussions of
any applied Modifying
Factors that may have a
material impact on Ore
Reserve viability, or for
which there are
remaining areas of
uncertainty at the
current study stage.

It is recognised that this
may not be possible or
appropriate in all
circumstances. These
statements of relative
accuracy and
confidence of the
estimate should be
compared with
production data, where
available.

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