Perth-based explorer Dalaroo Metals (ASX:DAL) has expanded its international footprint by securing the highly prospective Bondoukou Gold Project, also known as Gold Ridge, located in Côte d'Ivoire.
The strategic acquisition marks a pivotal shift for the company as it enters one of West Africa’s most prolific gold-producing regions.
The Bondoukou Project is situated within a premier geological setting, neighbouring several multi-million-ounce gold deposits, which underscores the site’s high potential for large-scale mineralisation.
The acquisition aligns with Dalaroo’s broader strategy to diversify its portfolio and capitalise on the underexplored Birimian greenstone belts of Côte d'Ivoire.
Preliminary assessments of the Gold Ridge area have already identified several high-priority targets, supported by historical data and favourable regional structural trends.
The company intends to move quickly with an aggressive exploration programme, focusing on systematic soil sampling and geophysical surveys to define drill-ready targets.
Dalaroo's management has expressed strong confidence in the project’s ability to deliver value to shareholders, citing Côte d'Ivoire's stable mining jurisdiction and established infrastructure as key logistical advantages.
By securing this tenure, Dalaroo positions itself alongside major global gold producers currently operating in the region.
As the company transitions into the next phase of field activities, investors will be watching closely for initial results from the Gold Ridge site.
At the time of reporting, Dalaroo Metals' share price was $0.064.