Vancouver, Bri?sh Columbia
Kalo Gold Corp.
Suite 1507, 1030 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, Bri?sh Columbia
V6E 2Y3, Canada
www.kalogoldcorp.com
(TSX.V: KALO)
KALO GOLD CONFIRMS EXTENSIVE EPITHERMAL GOLD SYSTEM
AT AURUM PRIME WITH 25 HIGH-PRIORITY TARGETS IDENTIFIED
VANCOUVER, BC, / February 26, 2025 / KALO GOLD CORP. (TSXV: KALO) (“Kalo”, "Kalo Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to
announce the iden6fica6on of 25 high -priority gold targets within the newly defined Aurum Epithermal Field, Vatu Aurum
Project, Fiji, further emphasizing its district-scale poten6al. This includes the Qiriyaga Complex, a key component of the Project.
As part of the latest explora6on program, 12,079 soil samples were collected across 4.9 km² in Aurum Prime at a 20 -meter
spacing. The integra6on of this data with historical explora6on results has led to significant advancements in understanding of
Aurum Prime, culmina6ng in a geological model that provides a clear framework for ongoing and future explora6on efforts.
• Important ExploraMon Update: 25 high-priority gold targets have been iden6fied within the Aurum Epithermal Field.
• Newly Defined Structural Trends – The Namalau, Loma, and Buca Trends have been confirmed as significant
mineralized corridors, alongside the Qiriyaga Complex, indica6ng mul6ple structurally controlled upwelling zones for
gold deposi6on (see Figure 1).
• Strong Gold Indicators & Vectoring Tools: Analysis of 12,079 soil samples , using XRF, confirms the presence of key
pathfinder elements (Se, As, Sb, Hg, Tl) and TerraSpec analysis iden6fies extensive potassium deple6on and clay
altera6on (kaolinite, illite/smec6te) sugges6ng an intact gold-bearing hydrothermal system.
• First Geological Model Established: A structured geological framework has been developed to refine explora6on
targe6ng, leveraging the globally recognized CODES approach for mineraliza6on assessment.
• 2025 Drill Program Planned: Mul6-phase 2025 explora6on program being planned, including trenching, soil sampling,
geological mapping, and drilling, subject to financing.
Figure 1: Aurum Epithermal Field – Namalau, Loma and Buca Trends and Qiriyaga Complex.
"The idenCficaCon of 25 high -priority gold targets within the 367 km² Vatu Aurum Project marks a major step forward in
unlocking its district-scale potenCal," said Terry L. Tucker, P .Geo., President & CEO of Kalo Gold Corp. "For the first Cme, we
have developed a comprehensive geological model by integraCng decades of exploraCon data, a criCcal milestone for
exploraCon success. Recent exploraCon work has been instrumental in successfully interpreCng historical data, allowing us to
refine our understanding of the Aurum Epithermal Field, which consists of the Qiriyaga Complex, Namalau Trend, and the newly
idenCfied Loma and Buca Trends. With strong geochemical indicators, structurally controlled upwelling zones, and validated
historical trenching results, this suggests the presence of a long-lived, gold-bearing hydrothermal system. As we define our 2025
exploraCon and drill program, we look forward to unlocking the full potenCal of Aurum Prime and the broader Vatu Aurum
Project."
TECHNICAL INSIGHTS:
• Discovery of 2 5 High-Priority Targets – A systema6c soil sampling and structural analysis program has iden6fied
mul6ple epithermal upwelling zones, indica6ng a large-scale, intact hydrothermal system. This includes the Namalau,
Loma, Buca , Vuinubu Ridge (VR) and the Vunikulukulu epithermal upwelling zones and the previously iden6fied
Qiriyaga Complex.
• Geochemical Indicators Validate Gold PotenMal – The ver6cal geochemical zona6on at Vatu Aurum strongly supports
an intact epithermal system, where vola6le elements such as selenium (up to 10.2 ppm), arsenic (up to 730.5 ppm),
mercury (up to 135.8 ppm), and thallium (up to 9.7 ppm) define structurally controlled upwelling zones. These
elements typically occur in the upper por6ons of epithermal gold systems, 100 to 150 meters above the primary gold
mineraliza6on zone. Their enrichment at surface, combined with potassium deple6on and advanced argillic altera6on,
confirms that the system remains largely intact and suggests the presence of deeper, feeder structures. This
geochemical signature provides a reliable vectoring tool for drill targe6ng, with a focus on deeper zones where boiling-
related gold deposi6on is expected. The presence of high selenium associated with potassium and bismuth depletion
support a highly fertile epithermal system consistent with major gold deposits in the Pacific Rim.
• Epithermal Veins with Gold in the Namalau , Buca and Loma Trends – The Namalau Trend was initially identified
through soil sampling and later confirmed through epithermal quartz vein discoveries with gold mineralization.
Further exploration has now identified both the Buca and Loma Trends with the same characteristics. Observed
textures of veins in the Namalau Trend include bladed quartz, opaline quartz, and chalcedonic silica, indicate that
these veins formed in the upper levels of a low -sulfidation epithermal system, specifically within the chalcedonic or
boiling zones. These features confirm the presence of a well-preserved epithermal system. Quartz vein textures and
alteration are critical indicators of fluid evolution and mineralization potential. The soil sampling program has
significantly expanded known mineralized trends and identified new structural corridors, reinforcing the scale of the
Vatu Aurum Project.
• Historical and Recent Gold Intercepts – Epithermal vein samples results at Loma 2 have returned grades up to 2.23
g/t Au (TVIT1516B), Buca 1 yielded up to 3.1 g/t Au (TRLTR) and Rua up to 2.06 g/t Au (VA2416). These results further
validate the potential of these structures to host gold mineralization.
• Strong Structural Controls – The mapping of newly identified Loma and Buca Faults has revealed multiple structurally
controlled mineralization corridors, each hosting four distinct upwelling zones. The Buca Fault is emerging as a key
corridor for gold-bearing hydrothermal fluids. Faults and structurally controlled mineralization corridors play a crucial
role in gold deposition by providing pathways for hydrothermal fluids to migrate and deposit gold in favorable
geological settings. These structures act as conduits, allowing mineral-rich fluids to flow and concentrate gold along
fractures and faults.
CODES Model Confirms High-Fertility System – The integration of geochemical, structural, and alteration data confirms that
the Aurum Epithermal Field exhibits characteristics of a high-fertility epithermal gold system, consistent with the CODES Model.
Developed by the Centre for Ore Deposit and Earth Sciences (CODES) at the University of Tasmania, this globally recognized
framework assesses epithermal gold system fertility based on trace element geochemistry, structural controls, and
hydrothermal alteration patterns. Elevated pathfinder elements (Se, As, Sb, Hg, Tl), extensive potassium depletion, and well-
preserved hydrothermal alteration indicate a long-lived, structurally controlled gold-bearing system. The presence of multiple
upwelling zones across the Namalau, Loma, Buca Trends, and Qiriyaga Complex reinforces the district-scale potential of Vatu
Aurum, with deeper feeder structures presenting compelling drill targets.
NEXT STEPS – 2025 EXPLORATION PROGRAM
Building on th e exploration results to date, Kalo will implement a systematic and multi -faceted program aimed at defining
mineralized zones within the Aurum Epithermal Field, including the Namal au (including VR), Vunikulukulu, Loma and Buca
Trends and Qiriyaga Complex: Kalo Gold is preparing a multi-phase exploration program, subject to financing, targeting:
1. Aurum Epithermal Field
• Namalau Trend - Testing priority targets at Dua, Rua, Tolu, and Va these zones will be drilled to assess their continuity
at depth and determine their economic potential.
• Loma & Buca Trends – These fault structures, each hosting four upwelling zones, will be targeted to confirm their role
as primary hydrothermal conduits. The Buca Trend in particular, has shown strong geochemical anomalies suggesting
potential for deep-seated gold mineralization.
• Qiriyaga Complex – Drilling will focus on confirming high-grade mineralization in previously identified diatreme-hosted
and Surge Deposits.
2. Expanded Trenching and Soil Sampling – The program will consist of trenching, geological and structural mapping, and
additional soil sampling to expand known mineralized corridors.
3. 2025 Drilling Program: Kalo is planning a drilling program aimed at further defining and expanding the mineralized zones
within the Aurum Epithermal Field. The program will include targeted drilling along the Namalau, Loma and Buca Trends
and within the Qiriyaga Complex.
Qualified Person
All t he technical informa6on in this news release was prepared, reviewed, and approved in accordance with Na6onal
Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects by Andrew Randell, P . Geo, principal of SGDS Hive, a qualified
person as defined by Na6onal Instrument 43-101 of the Canadian Securi6es Administrators. Mr . Randell is independent of the
Company and has verified the data disclosed having conducted two sit e visits, directly supervised the explora6on program,
completed review of field data collec6on protocols, including sampling procedures, analy6cal methods, and quality
assurance/quality control protocols, where applicable.
ABOUT KALO GOLD CORP .
Kalo Gold Corp., a gold explora6on company, focused on epithermal gold deposits on the Company’s Vatu Aurum Project,
located on Vanua Levu (North Island). Kalo holds 100% of two Special Prospec6ng Licenses covering 367 km², encompassing a
regional back-arc basin with volcanic calderas. Historical and ongoing explora6on has iden6fied numerous priority epithermal
gold targets.
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Kalo Gold Corp.
Terry L. Tucker, P.Geo.
President and Chief Execu6ve Officer
Kevin Ma, CPA, CA
Execu6ve Vice President, Capital Markets and Director
For more informa6on, please write to [email protected].
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accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.
Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer
This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. These statements
reflect management’s current expectations, strategic objectives, and exploration priorities at the time of this release. Forward-
looking statements are not statements of historical fact and include, but are not limited to:
• The Company’s planned mul6-phase explora6on and drilling program, including the targe6ng of structurally controlled
gold zones at Aurum Prime, Namalau, Loma, Buca Trends, and the Qiriyaga Complex.
• Interpreta6ons of geological features, mineraliza6on con6nuity, and deposit poten6al, based on geophysical surveys,
surface sampling, and historical drill data, which are subject to change as addi6onal drilling and verifica6on work is
conducted.
• The poten6al for district -scale gold mineraliza6on, subject to further explora6on, drilling, and independent
verifica6on.
• All explora6on results, including geochemical data and historical intercepts, are preliminary in nature and do not
cons6tute a mineral resource es6mate. Further explora6on, including drilling, is required to confirm the con6nuity,
grade, and extent of mineraliza6on at the Vatu Aurum Project.
• The Company’s ability to secure financing, regulatory approvals, and explora6on partnerships to advance the project.
Exploration Risks & Uncertainties
Forward-looking statements are subject to geological, financial, and regulatory risks that may cause actual results to differ
materially from those anticipated. These risks include, but are not limited to:
• Explora6on risk: There is no guarantee that current explora6on ac6vi6es will result in an economically viable mineral
resource.
• Drilling uncertainty: Trench and soil sampling results are not necessarily indica6ve of subsurface mineraliza6on, and
drilling is required to confirm con6nuity, grade, and extent.
• Permit and regulatory risks : Explora6on ac6vi6es are subject to government approvals, environmental regula6ons,
and permipng requirements.
• Funding constraints: The Company’s ability to execute explora6on programs depends on market condi6ons and
financing availability.
• Commodity price vola6lity: Gold price fluctua6ons may impact the economic feasibility of any future discoveries.
Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts, and
projections about Kalo Gold Corp.’s business, as well as beliefs and assumptions made by the Company’s management.
The reader is cautioned that forward-looking statements are based on assumptions that may prove to be incorrect. Events or
circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially due to numerous known and unknown risks and factors that are
beyond the control of the Company.
Kalo Gold Corp. does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by
applicable securities laws. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information contained in this release.
For a more detailed discussion of risks and uncertainties, please refer to Kalo Gold Corp.’s public filings on SEDAR+ at
www.sedarplus.ca.