Zimbabwe

SLB Wins a Musuma-1 Exploration Well and Drilling Services Contract in Zimbabwe


Published: Friday September 11, 2026
By: Oilfield Africa Review

Invictus Energy Limited has awarded of a key drilling and well services contract to SLB (formerly Schlumberger) for the high-impact Musuma-1 exploration well, which remains on schedule to spud in November 2026 at the Cabora Bassa Project in Zimbabwe. Invictus Managing Director Scott Macmillan commented:

“Securing SLB completes another critical component of the Musuma-1 campaign and significantly advances operational readiness ahead of drilling. “SLB brings world-class technical expertise, equipment and operational capability, as well as valuable continuity from the successful Mukuyu-2 drilling campaign.

“Execution activity is now accelerating across the project, with construction of the Musuma-1 wellpad and associated civil works underway, Exalo having commenced the Rig 202 maintenance and preparation program, and our well services equipment entering the preparation and mobilisation phase.

“With key drilling and well services now secured, and multiple workstreams progressing in parallel, Musuma-1 remains firmly on track to spud in November 2026 and we look forward to keeping shareholders updated as we continue to progress towards the commencement of this high-impact
drilling campaign.”

SLB has been selected to provide key services required for the Musuma-1 drilling campaign. The award covers the provision of specialized services, technology, and operational resources. Planning for equipment preparation, logistics, and mobilisation is now underway ahead of drilling operations.

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