Kameelburg’s Inferred Resource Hits 520.61Mt at 2.49% TREO Equivalent
Aldoro Resources has announced a significant 85% increase in the inferred mineral resource at its Kameelburg Rare Earth Element-Niobium project in Namibia, now totalling 520.61 million tonnes at 2.49% TREO equivalent. This positions Kameelburg as a globally strategic deposit with substantial high-grade zones and excellent infrastructure access.
- Inferred mineral resource grows 85% to 520.61Mt at 2.49% TREO equivalent
- High-grade zone of 271Mt at 2.90% TREO equivalent included
- Over 1 million tonnes of critical NdPr and Nb2O5 identified
- Project compared favorably to Canada’s Niobec-Saint-Honoré deposit
- Phase II drilling and metallurgical testwork underway to expand resource
A Major Leap for Kameelburg
Aldoro Resources Limited has unveiled an impressive 85% increase in the inferred mineral resource estimate for its flagship Kameelburg Rare Earth Element (REE) and Niobium (Nb) project in Namibia. The updated resource now stands at 520.61 million tonnes grading 2.49% total rare earth oxides equivalent (TREO Eq), a substantial upgrade that elevates Kameelburg into the ranks of the world’s most significant REE-Nb deposits.
This expansion includes a notable high-grade zone of 271 million tonnes at 2.90% TREO equivalent, underscoring the project’s potential to supply critical materials such as Neodymium-Praseodymium (NdPr) and niobium, essential for magnets and advanced technologies. With over one million tonnes of NdPr and Nb2O5 contained, Kameelburg is now firmly positioned as a globally strategic deposit.
Geological and Strategic Comparisons
The Kameelburg deposit’s scale and grade invite direct comparison to the renowned Niobec-Saint-Honoré REE-Nb carbonatite in Quebec, Canada, a benchmark asset acquired for over US$530 million in 2015. Kameelburg’s mineralisation is largely exposed, with favourable geometry and superior grade, offering development advantages. The project’s location in Namibia, a jurisdiction with established mining infrastructure and proximity to the deep-water port of Walvis Bay, further enhances its appeal.
Geologically, Kameelburg features a carbonatite plug with mineralisation controlled by magnetite-rich zones and hosts bastnaesite and ancylite as primary rare earth minerals. The deposit remains open along strike and at depth, with Phase II drilling commencing in October to test extensions down to 750 meters and to the west, targeting a recently discovered high-grade niobium zone.
Robust Methodology and Ongoing Work
The mineral resource estimate was independently prepared by Lily Valley International Pty Ltd in compliance with the JORC Code (2012). It is based on 24 diamond drill holes totaling 9,505 meters, with high core recoveries and rigorous quality assurance protocols. Grade interpolation employed Ordinary Kriging, supported by detailed geological modelling.
Metallurgical testwork is ongoing, with encouraging preliminary results for niobium recovery and plans to confirm molybdenum recoveries. Complementary geophysical and geochemical surveys are set to commence on the adjacent Omurango tenement, aiming to identify further high-grade REE targets.
Leadership and Outlook
Aldoro’s Chairperson, Quinn Li, highlighted the achievement as a testament to the company’s operational efficiency and strategic vision, crediting the in-house drilling team and technical leadership for delivering a world-class discovery within a year. The company is optimistic that ongoing exploration and metallurgical advancements will unlock further value and cement Aldoro’s position at the forefront of global rare earth and niobium development.
With excellent infrastructure, including nearby rail, power, and road access, and a supportive mining jurisdiction, Kameelburg is well placed to progress towards development. The next phase of drilling and testwork will be critical in confirming the deposit’s full potential and advancing it towards production.
Bottom Line?
Kameelburg’s expanded resource sets the stage for Aldoro to emerge as a key global supplier of critical rare earths and niobium, but upcoming drilling and metallurgical results will be pivotal.
Questions in the middle?
- How will Phase II drilling impact the resource classification and grade confidence?
- What are the detailed metallurgical recovery rates for molybdenum and their economic implications?
- How will Aldoro navigate environmental and regulatory hurdles as it advances towards development?
