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Kalo Gold Confirms Mineralized Bedrock at Wainikoro with Assays up to 8.78 g/t Gold in Fiji

Certified fire assays up to 8.78 g/t Au validate on-site field screening and confirm active, bedrock-hosted gold mineralization across Fiji’s Vatu Aurum Project ahead of major geophysics campaign.

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Kalo Gold Confirms Mineralized Bedrock at Wainikoro with Assays up to 8.78 g/t Gold in Fiji

Hunting for high-grade gold across tropical island arcs demands equal parts geological intuition and cold, hard lab validation.

Regular readers at JuniorStocks will recall our previous coverage highlighting Kalo Gold Corp. (TSXV: KALO | OTCID: KLGDF) as they systematically unpack the district-scale potential of Fiji’s volcanic terrain.

Today’s release from the Pacific "Ring of Fire" gives us plenty of fresh evidence that their methodical approach is paying off. The exploration team has confirmed that high-grade gold discovered at the surface leads straight down into mineralized bedrock at its Wainikoro target, part of the 100%-owned Vatu Aurum Project in Vanua Levu, Fiji.

Lab Assays Crown Field Screening

Certified laboratory fire assays executed by ALS Limited (ASX: ALQ) provided independent validation for the exploration team's preliminary field work. Using the proprietary detectORE™ field screening system developed by Portable PPB Pty Ltd, the team had previously mapped out potential targets on-site. Far from disappointing, official laboratory numbers equaled or exceeded preliminary field estimates across most reconciled samples.

Surface sample assays peaked at an impressive 8.78 grams per tonne (g/t) gold from chalcedonic quartz vein float. Additional high-grade surface samples yielded 4.78 g/t, 4.44 g/t, 3.41 g/t, and 2.03 g/t gold. Crucially, eleven distinct surface samples returned assays above 0.5 g/t gold, demonstrating that gold is broadly distributed across the Nubu Graben structural corridor rather than trapped in an isolated pocket.

Stripping Away Doubt in Bedrock Trenches

While surface float samples catch attention, mineral exploration lives and dies on bedrock continuity. Continuous channel sampling and selective point sampling across recent trenches proved that surface occurrences originate from an active, underlying hydrothermal system rather than transported boulders.

Selective point assays in bedrock reached up to 2.93 g/t gold. Meanwhile, continuous channel sampling in trench TR26-011 demonstrated structural continuity, averaging 0.28 g/t gold across a 14-meter interval. These results give geologists direct proof that the hydrothermal system remains active beneath the topsoil.

Mapping the Epithermal Engine and Next Steps

Geologically, Wainikoro displays the classic signature of a preserved, low-sulphidation epithermal gold system. Mineralization is hosted in chalcedonic quartz veins, silicified volcanic rocks, and hydrothermal breccias developed along regional fault structures. As President and CEO Terry L. Tucker noted, each completed step, from airborne geophysics and mapping to trenching and certified lab fire assays, systematically reduces geological uncertainty before advancing to deeper drilling.

To define the 3D subsurface architecture of the system, Kalo Gold Corp. (TSXV: KALO | OTCID: KLGDF) has mobilized Fender Geophysics Pty Ltd to carry out an intensive ground survey program. The geophysical campaign, comprising Controlled-Source Audio-frequency Magnetotellurics (CSAMT), induced polarization (IP), and gravity surveys, is scheduled to commence the week of July 21, 2026. Combining these subsurface geophysical images with surface geochemistry will allow the team to prioritize high-conviction targets for upcoming drill programs.

Source

Primary Release: Kalo Gold Corp. Press Release, Kalo Gold Confirms Mineralized Bedrock at Wainikoro with Fire Assays up to 8.78 g/t Au, Fiji (Published July 21, 2026 via ACCESS Newswire).

Disclaimer

The author of this article and/or JuniorStocks holds common shares in Kalo Gold Corp. (TSX-V: KALO | OTCID: KLGDF) and was granted 150,000 stock options by Kalo Gold Corp. on May 26, 2026, exercisable at $0.185 per share expiring May 26, 2031. The author does not hold shares, options, or financial positions in ALS Limited (ASX: ALQ) or any other companies mentioned unless otherwise stated. This content is published by JuniorStocks for informational purposes only, was prepared independently, and utilized AI assistance for text editing and thumbnail generation. This article does not constitute investment or financial advice. Investors are strongly advised to conduct their own independent due diligence and consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This article contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws regarding Kalo Gold Corp. (TSXV: KALO | OTCID: KLGDF). Forward-looking statements relate to future events or performance and reflect management’s expectations and assumptions regarding the Vatu Aurum Project in Fiji. These statements include, but are not limited to:

Geological interpretations that Wainikoro hosts a structurally controlled, low-sulphidation epithermal gold system;

  • The continuity and extent of gold-bearing hydrothermal activity across the target area;
  • The planned scope, timing, and outcomes of upcoming CSAMT, IP, and gravity ground geophysical surveys;
  • Future follow-up trenching, exploration programs, and prioritization of drill targets; and
  • The company’s ability to secure necessary financing, permits, and regulatory approvals.

Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. Key risk factors include: exploration and drilling hazards; the risk that surface grab, float, and selective point samples are not representative of broader property mineralization; the possibility that field screening estimates (such as detectORE™ dU values) do not reflect final certified laboratory fire assay grades; evolving geological, geochemical, and geophysical interpretations; operational and political risks associated with operating in Fiji (including potential fuel, currency, and logistical constraints); environmental and permitting regulations; dependence on key technical personnel; commodity price volatility; and capital market fluctuations.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Neither JuniorStocks nor Kalo Gold Corp. (TSXV: KALO | OTCID: KLGDF) undertakes any obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable securities laws. Complete corporate disclosure and official technical reports are available under the company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

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