Hither to unreported, in late 2017, Government officials mentioned that the Zimbabwe Mining Development Corporation (ZMDC) would resume CBM exploration within the Lupane-Lubimbi area SG5755 and SG5756 in early 2018 (exploration was halted in late 2014 due to lack of funds). The tracts are operated by Sakunda Energy with a 60% interest, the ZMDC holds the remaining 40% interest.  On 22 May 2017, it was reported that the ZMDC and Sakunda Energy had signed a USD 63 million exploration agreement for Coal Bed Methane (CBM) within the Lupane area (Matabeleland North Province).  As reported on 31 January 2017, the Government secured USD 60 million for coal bed methane exploration. According to reports the package was awarded to the Mining and Development Corporation. Walter Chidhakwa (Mines and Mining Development Minister) told media that the package would bolster CBM exploration within the Lupane-Lubimbi area.Â  
Sakunda (60%, Zimbabwe Mining Development Corp 40%) has reportedly signed a US$63 MM exploration agreement for CBM exploration in the Lupane area (Matabeleland North Province).  