** Shares of Kinetiko Energy Ltd KKO.AX rise as much as
15% to A$0.10, on track for best day since Dec 13, if gains hold
** Gas explorer says it has executed a LoI (letter of
intent) with South African owner and operator of energy assets,
Gruner Energy
** Under LoI, co to explore, drill and extract natural gas
within South Africa with Gruner's assistance in production and
purchase of such natural gas
** KKO hits its highest level since Jan 30
** Stock down 24% this year, as of last close
(Reporting by Ayushman Ojha in Bengaluru)
((Ayushman.ojha@thomsonreuters.com;))