Soma Gold Corp. announced that it has appointed Christopher Buchanan, the Company's Vice-President - Exploration. Chris is a structural geologist with over 24 years in the mineral exploration industry, including extensive experience with structurally controlled gold-quartz vein systems. Mr. Buchanan holds a Hons.

B.Sc. (Geology) degree from the University of Waterloo and a M.Sc. (Geology) degree from Memorial University.

He is a registered Professional Geologist with the Association of Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta and is a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. Chris will lead the Company's team of exploration geologists in Colombia and will direct the planned USD 10 million, four-year exploration program on the Company's properties in Antioquia, Colombia.