URU Metals Refines Zeb Nickel Targets as Ground Geophysics Sharpens Drill Strategy in South Africa
URU Metals has released an update on its recently completed ground geophysical programme at the Zeb Nickel Project in Limpopo Province, South Africa, refining its understanding of key exploration targets ahead of future drilling.
Following earlier confirmation of Target 1 as the company’s highest-priority prospect, the final interpretation of ground survey data over Target 2 has identified additional features within the broader Zeb nickel feeder system.
Target 2 was initially defined as a priority airborne electromagnetic anomaly from the 2025 Spectrem survey and selected for ground follow-up to confirm surface responses, improve geological interpretation, and support drill targeting decisions.
Target 2 Shows Complex but Promising Geology
The ground geophysics results indicate a more complex geological setting at Target 2 compared with Target 1.
However, the surveys confirmed the presence of underlying magnetic bodies in both the northern and southern portions of the target area.
URU Metals believes these features may represent ultramafic intrusions or related geological structures within the broader mineralised feeder system.
While Target 2 is now classified as a secondary priority behind Target 1, the company states that it remains of geological interest and will be retained within the broader exploration pipeline.
Integration Into 3D Geological Model
All new geophysical data will be incorporated into URU Metals’ 3D geological model to refine interpretation and rank exploration targets across the Zeb project.
The updated model will guide the next phase of exploration, including potential scout and resource drilling.
URU is evaluating both Platreef-style nickel, copper, and platinum group element (PGE) targets, as well as higher-grade massive sulphide targets associated with the interpreted feeder structures.
Final drill planning including location, depth, and sequencing—will depend on target ranking, land access arrangements, and contractor mobilisation.
Exploration Strategy and Next Steps
The company is currently in the process of securing drilling contractors and will update the market once agreements are finalised.
URU Metals says its exploration approach remains consistent with its broader programme, which includes updating the Leapfrog 3D model, prioritising drill targets across Zones 2 and 3, and testing coincident geophysical anomalies.
According to URU Exploration Manager Richard Montjoie, the Target 2 results are significant in improving the company’s ability to prioritise exploration spending and reduce geological uncertainty.
He noted that although Target 2 is more structurally complex than Target 1, the presence of deeper magnetic bodies supports continued interest and justifies follow-up evaluation.
Montjoie added that the ground geophysics programme was a critical step in refining the exploration model before drilling, enabling the company to better rank targets and focus capital on the most prospective areas.
“The Zeb Nickel Project hosts a large, underexplored feeder system, and earlier drilling has already confirmed the presence of higher-grade sulphide mineralisation,” he said. “Our next step is to integrate the latest data into the 3D model and design a staged, flexible drilling programme focused on the highest-ranked targets.”
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