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Sankamap Metals Inc. (CSE: SCU) ("Sankamap" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an exploration update from its 4,500-hectare ("Ha") Kuma property ("Kuma") located approximately 37 kilometers ("km") southeast of Honiara in south-central Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands.
In preparation for its inaugural drill program, the Company has mobilized a field crew to advance camp construction, complete drill pad development, and conduct rock sampling, while integrating existing data to refine and prioritize high-potential targets.
The Kuma Property is strategically located along a highly prospective trend that hosts several major deposits including Lihir1 and Panguna2, both sharing geological similarities to the Kuma property.
1 Lihir containing 71 Moz Au1 (310 Mt containing 23 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t Proven+Probable ("P&P"), 520 Mt containing 39 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t indicated, 81 Mt containing 5 Moz Au at 1.9 g/t measured, 61 Mt containing 4.9 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t Inferred)
2 Panguna containing 19.3 Moz Au + 5.3 Mt Cu2 (1.5 Mt containing 16.1 Moz Au at 0.33 g/t and 4.6 Mt Cu at 0.3 % Indicated, 300 Mt containing 3.2 Moz Au 0.4 g/t and 0.7 Mt Cu Inferred)
CEO John Florek commented:
"We are excited to launch our inaugural drill program at Kuma. With ongoing field work, including camp and drill pad development, rock sampling, and a drill rig on route to the property we are well-positioned to advance high-potential targets. The team is focused on efficiently progressing the program in this highly prospective region, with drilling on track to begin in February 2026.
Kuma benefits from established in-country support, located approximately 15 km south of the producing Gold Ridge Mine3. Compelling historical and recent exploration results indicate the presence of a significant mineralized system, interpreted to be analogous to porphyry-style copper-gold systems. Notably, historical boulder sampling has returned values of up to 13.5 g/t Au and 11.7% Cu, underscoring the exceptional exploration potential."
3Goldridge containing 8.4 Moz Au (23 Mt containing 0.86 Moz Au at 1.15 g/t measured, 79 Mt containing 3.1 Moz Au at 1.2 g/t indicated, 89 Mt containing 3.3 Moz Au at 1.14 g/t inferred (191 Mt containing 7.2 Moz Au at 1.17 g/t) 13.4 Mt containing 0.59 Moz Au at 1.28 g/t Proven, 14.3 Mt containing 0.6 Moz au at 1.30 Probable (P&P 27.7 Mt containing 1.2 Moz Au at 1.29 g/t))
Highlights
- Drill pad construction at Kuma completed to support the upcoming program.
- Field crew mobilized to advance camp construction and rock sampling.
- Reconnaissance sampling near the drill pad ongoing to refine target confidence.
- Additional downstream sampling conducted to expand the target area.
- Drill rig dispatched to Guadalcanal to begin operations.
- Exploration program focused on discovering new mineralization and prioritizing future drill targets based on alteration, copper (Cu) and gold (Au) geochemical anomalies, and coincident geophysical responses.
- Timing remains on track to commence drilling at Kuma in February 2026.
Field Program Update - Kuma Property
Field activities at the Kuma Property are focused on preparing for the planned inaugural drill program, including pad and camp construction, as well as prospecting and sampling. Initial drill pad construction has been completed, establishing the groundwork for safe and efficient drilling operations. Camp construction is underway and expected to be completed in the coming weeks (Figure 1).
The Company has completed an initial phase of surface rock sampling, with 44 samples collected and shipped to Australia for geochemical analysis and hyperspectral characterization (Figure 2). Sampling was conducted to complement historical datasets, refine the geological understanding, and support ongoing drill targeting. Additional surface rock sampling is planned across other prospective areas of the property, including near numerous additional geophysical anomalies, as field activities continue.
Encouraging cross-cutting relationships observed in the field indicate multiple phases of veining and mineralization, consistent with a long-lived hydrothermal system. Recent sampling highlights early-stage stockwork quartz veining that is overprinted by later, cross-cutting quartz-sulfide veins containing abundant pyrite (Figure 3).
Figure 1: Field photos from November 2025 at Kuma.
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Figure 2: Kuma tenement and mapped alteration. Historical copper values and locations of recent sampling.
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Figure 3: Selected samples from November 2025 program.
Quality Assurance and Control Procedures
Sample preparation and analysis were completed at the ALS Global facility in Brisbane, Australia, which is accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) and compliant with international standard ISO/IEC 17025. Samples were analyzed using four-acid digestion methods on 34 elements, including HF-HNO3-HClO4 digestion, HCl leach, and ICP-AES. Gold was analyzed by fire assay using a 50-gram sample under ALS analytical code Au-AA26. Hyperspectral analysis was conducted on all samples using ALS analytical code TRSPEC-20, which uses a TerraSpec® 4 HR spectrometer. A secure chain-of-custody procedure was maintained during sample storage and transportation. Sankamap uses industry standards for collecting samples taken on the Kuma property, internal quality assurance and quality control (QAQC) procedures were followed by ALS.
About Sankamap Metals Inc.
Sankamap Metals Inc. (CSE: SCU) is a Canadian mineral exploration company dedicated to the discovery and development of high-grade copper and gold deposits through its flagship Oceania Project, located in the South Pacific. The Company's fully permitted assets are strategically positioned in the Solomon Islands, along a prolific geological trend that hosts major copper-gold deposits; including Newmont's Lihir Mine, with a resource of 71.9 million ounces of gold¹ (310 Mt containing 23 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t P+P, 520 Mt containing 39 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t indicated, 81 Mt containing 5 Moz Au at 1.9 g/t measured, 61 Mt containing 4.9 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t Inferred).
Exploration is actively advancing at both the Kuma and Fauro properties, part of Sankamap's Oceania Project in the Solomon Islands. Historical work has already highlighted the mineral potential of both sites, which lie along a highly prospective copper and gold-bearing trend, suggesting the possibility of further, yet-to-be-discovered deposits.
At Kuma, the property is believed to host an underexplored and largely untested porphyry copper-gold (Cu-Au) system. Historical rock chip sampling has returned consistently elevated gold values above 0.5 g/t Au, including a standout sample assaying 11.7% Cu and 13.5 g/t Au4; underscoring the area's significant potential.
At Fauro, particularly at the Meriguna Target, historical trenching has returned highly encouraging results, including 8.0 meters at 27.95 g/t Au and 14.0 meters at 8.94 g/t Au5. Complementing these results are exceptional grab sample assays, including historical values of up to 173 g/t Au5, along with recent sampling by Sankamap at the Kiovakase Target, which returned numerous high-grade copper values, reaching up to 4.09% Cu. In addition, limited historical shallow drilling intersected 35.0 meters at 2.08 g/t Au5, further underscoring the property's strong mineral potential and the merit for continued exploration. With a commitment to systematic exploration and a team of experienced professionals, Sankamap aims to unlock the untapped potential of underexplored regions and create substantial value for its shareholders. For more information, please refer to SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca), under Sankamap's profile.
- Newcrest Technical Report, 2020 (Lihir: 310 Mt containing 23 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t P+P, 520 Mt containing 39 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t indicated, 81 Mt containing 5 Moz Au at 1.9 g/t measured, 61 Mt containing 4.9 Moz Au at 2.3 g/t Inferred)
- Bougainville Copper Ltd. Annual Report, 2016 (1.5 Mt containing 16.1 Moz Au at 0.33 g/t and 4.6 Mt Cu at 0.3 % Indicated, 300 Mt containing 3.2 Moz Au 0.4 g/t and 0.7 Mt Cu Inferred)
- Wanguo International Mining Group Limited Annual Results Announcement, 2024 (23 Mt containing 0.86 Moz Au at 1.15 g/t measured, 79 Mt containing 3.1 Moz Au at 1.2 g/t indicated, 89 Mt containing 3.3 Moz Au at 1.14 g/t inferred (191 Mt containing 7.2 Moz Au at 1.17 g/t) 13.4 Mt containing 0.59 Moz Au at 1.28 g/t Proven, 14.3 Mt containing 0.6 Moz au at 1.30 Probable (P&P 27.7 Mt containing 1.2 Moz Au at 1.29 g/t))
- Historical grab, soil and BLEG samples from SolGold Kuma Review June 2015, and SolGold plc Annual Report 2013/2012
- September 2010-June 2012 press releases from Solomon Gold Ltd. and SolGold Fauro Island Summary Technical Info 2012
QP Disclosure
The technical content for the Oceania Project in this news release has been reviewed and approved by John Florek, M.Sc., P.Geol., a Qualified Person in accordance with CIM guidelines. Mr. John Florek is in good standing with the Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (Member ID:1228) and a director and officer of the Company.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
s/ "John Florek"
John Florek, M.Sc., P.Geol
Chief Executive Officer
Sankamap Metals Inc.
Contact:
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Chief Executive Officer
T: (807) 228-3531
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Vice President, Exploration
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The Canadian Securities Exchange has not approved nor disapproved this press release.
Forward-Looking Statements
Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this release constitute "forward-looking statements" or "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws including, without limitation, the timing, nature, scope and details regarding the Company's exploration plans and results at its projects. Such statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company, its projects, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or information. Such statements can be identified by the use of words such as "may", "would", "could", "will", "intend", "expect", "believe", "plan", "anticipate", "estimate", "scheduled", "forecast", "predict" and other similar terminology, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. These statements reflect the Company's current expectations regarding future events, performance and results and speak only as of the date of this release.
Forward-looking statements and information contained herein are based on certain factors and assumptions regarding, among other things, the estimation of mineral resources and reserves, the realization of resource and reserve estimates, metal prices, taxation, the estimation, timing and amount of future exploration and development, capital and operating costs, the availability of financing, the receipt of regulatory approvals, environmental risks, title disputes and other matters. While the Company considers its assumptions to be reasonable as of the date hereof, forward-looking statements and information are not guarantees of future performance and readers should not place undue importance on such statements as actual events and results may differ materially from those described herein. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements or information except as may be required by applicable securities laws.
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Drill-ready copper-gold discovery potential in the Pacific Ring of Fire
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Investor Insight
Sankamap Metals is advancing two 100 percent-owned, drill-ready copper-gold assets in the Solomon Islands, one of the last underexplored regions of the Pacific Ring of Fire. With active drilling underway at Kuma, multiple drill-ready targets at Fauro, and a leadership team that has collectively raised more than $1 billion, the company offers investors exposure to near-term discovery catalysts in a proven mineral belt.
Overview
Sankamap Metals (CSE:SCU) is a Canadian exploration company focused on advancing the Oceania Project, a copper-gold exploration portfolio located in the Solomon Islands. The company controls two 100 percent-owned assets, Kuma and Fauro, situated within one of the last underexplored regions of the Pacific Ring of Fire, a globally significant belt known for hosting major porphyry and epithermal mineral deposits.
The company’s projects are strategically positioned along the same regional mineral trend as world-class deposits, including Newmont’s 71.9 Moz Lihir gold mine. Despite the region’s demonstrated mineral endowment, large areas remain underexplored, creating an opportunity for new copper-gold discoveries.
Sankamap’s asset portfolio combines high-grade historical results with compelling large-scale exploration targets. Kuma hosts a kilometre-scale copper-gold anomaly and historical grab samples returning up to 11.7 percent copper and 13.5 g/t gold. Fauro hosts seven identified prospects and has delivered historical results including grab samples up to 173 g/t gold, trench results of 8 metres grading 27.95 g/t gold and drill intercepts including 35 metres at 2.08 g/t gold.
The company is led by an experienced management and technical team with extensive backgrounds across major and junior mining companies. Through the Metals Group platform, the leadership team has collectively raised more than $1 billion in public and private markets and is advancing a fully funded 2026 exploration program highlighted by active drilling at Kuma and planned exploration activities at Fauro.
Company Highlights
- Two 100 percent owned drill-ready assets: The Oceania Project comprises the Kuma and Fauro copper-gold properties in the Solomon Islands.
- Exceptional historical results: Exploration has returned values of up to 11.7 percent copper and 13.5 g/t gold at Kuma, 173 g/t gold at Fauro, and drill intercepts including 35 metres grading 2.08 g/t gold.
- Located along a proven mineral trend: The projects are situated within the same regional copper-gold belt that hosts major deposits including Newmont’s 71.9 Moz Lihir gold mine.
- One of the last underexplored Ring of Fire jurisdictions: The Solomon Islands, remains largely underexplored despite hosting geological characteristics associated with major porphyry and epithermal systems.
- Large-scale discovery potential: Kuma hosts a kilometre-scale copper-gold anomaly and geophysical signatures consistent with porphyry-style mineralization, while Fauro contains seven identified prospects with multiple high-grade epithermal and porphyry-style targets.
- Active 2026 exploration program: The inaugural drill campaign is underway at Kuma, with additional exploration planned at Fauro.
- Experienced metals group leadership: Management and directors have collectively raised more than $1 billion and have a track record of building successful mining companies and generating shareholder returns.
Key Projects
The Oceania Project consists of the Kuma and Fauro properties, two 100 percent-owned copper-gold assets positioned within a highly prospective segment of the Pacific Ring of Fire. Together, the projects provide exposure to both porphyry copper-gold and epithermal gold mineralization styles in a region that remains significantly underexplored relative to its geological potential.
Kuma Property
The 43 square kilometre Kuma property is located approximately 37 kilometres southeast of Honiara on Guadalcanal Island and is considered a drill-ready porphyry target with potential for a large-scale mineralized system. Historical sampling returned values of up to 11.7 percent copper and 13.5 g/t gold, while exploration has defined a kilometre-scale copper-gold geochemical anomaly across the property.
Recent geophysical programs have identified resistive and conductive features consistent with porphyry-style mineralization and helped refine priority drill targets. Exploration has also identified a large alteration system and evidence of a potential porphyry copper-gold deposit that remains untested by drilling. The inaugural drill campaign is now underway, representing the first modern test of this highly prospective target.
Fauro Property
The 147 square kilometre Fauro property hosts a high-potential epithermal gold system with indications of a porphyry system at depth. Formed by the collapse of the Fauro calc-alkaline volcano, the property contains seven identified prospects, including three drill-ready targets and four additional exploration targets.
Historical exploration has produced significant gold results, including grab samples up to 173 g/t gold, trench results of 8 metres at 27.95 g/t gold, and drill intercepts of 35 metres at 2.08 g/t gold. Multiple targets, including Meriguna, Ballyorlo and Kiovakase, remain open for further exploration, while recent sampling returned values of up to 19.25 g/t gold and up to 4 percent copper, supporting the potential for both epithermal and porphyry-style mineralization.
With active exploration programs, multiple drill-ready targets, and exposure to one of the world’s most prospective yet underexplored copper-gold regions, the Oceania Project offers investors several near-term discovery opportunities.
Management Team
John Florek – Chief Executive Officer
John Florek is a professional geologist with more than 30 years of technical and senior management experience in the mining industry. He has worked with major mining companies including BHP, Placer Dome, Barrick, Teck, Detour Gold, Kirkland Lake Gold and Agnico Eagle, helping identify and advance projects from grassroots exploration through development. He currently serves on the board of McEwen Mining and is CEO, president and director of Emperor Metals.
John Williamson – Chairman, Co-Founder and Director
John Williamson is a professional geologist with more than 35 years of experience in the global mining sector. Founder of the Metals Group and more than 20 successful companies, he has raised over $1 billion through public and private markets and has established a strong track record of creating value and delivering shareholder returns.
Sean Mager – CFO and Director
Sean Mager brings more than 30 years of experience in the global mining industry, with expertise spanning corporate development, stakeholder relations, regulatory affairs, finance and operations. He is a co-founder of the Metals Group and has been involved in numerous successful mining ventures.
Krystle Adair – Vice President, Exploration
Krystle Adair is a professional geologist with more than 13 years of exploration experience across the Americas. She has managed exploration programs covering multiple deposit types in Canada, the United States and Peru and is a registered professional geologist in British Columbia.
Arthur Hannett – Director
Arthur Hannett is a professional engineer with more than 17 years of mining industry experience. He has worked with major operators including Placer Dome, Barrick, Glencore and Agnico Eagle and brings valuable regional experience as a national of Bougainville Island, Papua New Guinea.
Donald Marahare – Director
Donald Marahare is a seasoned legal professional with more than 20 years of experience in the Solomon Islands. As principal of DNS & Partners Law Firm, he has extensive expertise in civil litigation and commercial law and provides important local legal and governance insight to the company.
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