Gabon - the Mpano-1 well (Tullow 40%) spudded on 2 October 2007. The well is located in the Nziembou licence and lies on trend with the Niungo field. A second well, the Oba-5 appraisal well (Tullow 5%) spudded on 7 October 2007. This well is located in the Oba Production Licence and will test the Ombena prospect below the Oba field.

Ghana - A 900 sq km high resolution 3D seismic survey is currently in progress as part of the programme to fast-track the appraisal of the Mahogany and Hyedua discoveries. The survey will cover the entire Mahogany / Hyedua accumulation. Discussions are also well advanced to secure rigs for a two well drilling programme planned for the first quarter 2008, and for a further two to four well programme scheduled for the second quarter 2008.

Uganda - Preparations for the Ngassa exploration well (Tullow 100%) are on schedule and the well is expected to spud on 23 October 2007.