The programme will consist of a 600-square kilometre survey over the Bonit prospect in the southern portion of Afren’s block, and a 2750-square kilometre second survey in the northern section.
The licence areas, located in shallow to deep-water in the northern half of the Seychelles Plateau, are 75%-owned and operated by Afren’s wholly-owned subsidiary Afren East African Exploration (EAX). EAX is partnered with Avana Petroleum, which holds the remaining 25% stake.
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