Mali’s Gold Mining Sector Delivers Record State Revenues in 2025 Despite Output Drop

Mali Gold Mining Revenues Hit Record $1.57 Billion in 2025 Despite Production Decline Gold mining companies operating in Mali contributed a record 888.5 billion CFA francs (approximately $1.57 billion) to the state in 2025, marking a 6.4% increase compared to 835.1 billion CFA francs in the previous year, according to Ministry of Mines data reviewed by Reuters. The West African nation hosts more than 15 industrial mining operations controlled by multinational companies, including Barrick Mining,

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Eni Enters Gambia Offshore Oil Exploration With New Deepwater Block A1 Licence

Eni Secures Offshore Exploration Licence in Gambia, Expanding West African Energy Footprint Italian energy major Eni has officially entered Gambia’s upstream oil and gas sector after securing an offshore exploration licence for Block A1, marking a significant expansion of its operations across West Africa’s emerging energy frontier. The company signed a petroleum exploration, development, and production licence agreement with the Government of The Gambia on June 5. The agreement was signed by the country’s Minister

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Dangote Refinery Increases Nigerian Crude Purchases Amid Global Oil Market Disruptions

Dangote Refinery Boosts Nigerian Crude Purchases as Iran Conflict Disrupts Global Oil Markets Aliko Dangote’s refinery is significantly increasing its purchases of Nigerian crude oil as geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran conflict continue to reshape global energy markets. The disruption in Middle Eastern supply routes has created new trading dynamics, positioning Africa’s largest refinery as a key beneficiary of shifting oil flows. According to market reports, including Bloomberg, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has stepped

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Egypt Targets 1GW of Industrial Solar Capacity Through New National Initiative

Egypt Launches Industry Solar Initiative to Install 1GW of Rooftop Solar Across Factories by 2028 Egypt is planning to install 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity across its industrial sector over the next two years under a newly launched programme known as the Industry Solar Initiative. The initiative will support the deployment of rooftop solar systems on factories and industrial facilities nationwide. The programme is part of Egypt’s broader strategy to expand renewable

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Botswana Rejects Links to U.S.-Targeted Oil Tanker Amid Rising Global Flag Fraud Concerns

Botswana Denies Connection to Oil Tanker Hit by U.S. as Fake Ship Registrations Raise Alarm Botswana has distanced itself from an oil tanker targeted by the United States in the Persian Gulf, saying the vessel was falsely operating under its flag  a case that highlights the growing global problem of maritime flag fraud and its impact on African nations. The controversy emerged after U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced military action against the “Botswana-flagged” oil tanker

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Afentra Expands Angola Exploration Push with Offshore and Onshore Projects

Afentra Advances Angola Oil Exploration as Rising Crude Prices Boost Development Plans Afentra is advancing both offshore and onshore exploration activities in Angola as the company seeks to expand production and grow its reserves in one of Africa’s leading oil-producing nations. According to CEO Paul McDade, higher global crude oil prices driven by tensions involving Iran and disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz  are strengthening the company’s investment outlook in Angola, Sub-Saharan Africa’s

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De Beers Study Reveals Rising Demand for Natural Diamonds Driven by Gen Z and Personal Milestones

US Diamond Demand Shifts as Gen Z Fuels Growth in Natural Diamond Purchases, De Beers Reports Diamond producer De Beers has released new findings on US consumer behaviour in its latest US Diamond Acquisition Study, revealing that jewellery featuring natural diamonds remains the most desirable luxury choice among American consumers. The study, based on a survey of 18,500 women across the United States the world’s largest diamond market provides detailed insights into purchasing trends, motivations,

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Seplat Energy Names Tony Elumelu Chairman-Elect and Effiong Okon CEO in Major Leadership Transition

Seplat Energy Appoints Tony Elumelu as Chairman-Elect and Effiong Okon as CEO Amid Leadership Restructuring Seplat Energy has announced a major leadership transition, appointing billionaire investor Tony Elumelu as its incoming Chairman effective January 2027, while naming Engr. Effiong Okon as its new Chief Executive Officer from 1 August 2026. The company disclosed the appointments in a filing with the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), signed by Company Secretary Edith Onwuchekwa. Elumelu will succeed current Chairman

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African Energy Bank Set for September 2026 Launch in Abuja as Funding Nears Completion

African Energy Bank to Begin Operations in Abuja in September 2026 as APPO Confirms Funding Progress and Energy Financing Push The African Energy Bank (AEB) is expected to begin operations in September 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria, according to the African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO), following several earlier delays in its launch timeline. APPO Secretary General Farid Ghezali said the revised schedule reflects unavoidable administrative processes, noting that the bank is now firmly targeting a September

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QatarEnergy Reports New Oil Discovery at Merlin-1X Offshore Namibia

QatarEnergy Announces Promising Merlin-1X Oil Discovery Offshore Namibia in Orange Basin Exploration Program QatarEnergy has announced a new oil discovery with encouraging results from the Merlin-1X exploration well, drilled in Petroleum Exploration License 39 (PEL 0039) offshore Namibia. Merlin-1X is the tenth well drilled within the license area and has delivered the most promising subsurface results to date. The well encountered high-quality reservoir formations containing light oil, along with limited associated natural gas. His Excellency

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