Essel Group Middle East (EGME) and Simba Energy Inc. provided the operational updates on the development of Block 2A in Wajir, Kenya. 2D Seismic Survey: EGME and Simba Energy can confirm that work has commenced on the 2D seismic survey of Block 2A. The testing will cover an area of approximately 535km and roughly 400km has already been cleared in preparation for shooting. Survey production has been completed on over half of the testing area and the technical team has started shooting. The survey is being carried out by AGS Oilfield Services Ltd. and it will identify and evaluate areas with hydrocarbon potential in Block 2A. The two specific aims for the seismic survey are to pinpoint the optimum locations for drilling and to estimate depths and volumes for primary and secondary targets. Rig Acquisition: EGME also announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a new skid mounted drilling rig. The AC-VFD drilling rig possesses power of 2,000 HP (1,470kW) and it will be used by the company during its oil exploration activity on Block 2A. Essel Group also announced that DNV GL, has been appointed as a third party observer to oversee the process of the purchase and the delivery of the rig.