African Banks Spearhead Financing Efforts Amid Transformative Energy Sector Shift

The African continent is currently in the midst of an exciting and transformative period in its energy sector. As global awareness of the urgent need to transition to cleaner and more sustainable sources of energy intensifies, African nations are stepping up their efforts to harness their vast renewable energy potential. In this endeavor, African banks are playing a crucial role by providing the much-needed financial support to propel the continent’s energy transition. This article explores

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Two Tanker Owners Face US Sanctions for Violating Price Cap on Russian Oil Imports

The United States imposed sanctions on two owners of tankers that carried Russian oil above the G7 price cap of $60 a barrel, one based in Turkey and one based in the United Arab Emirates, the US Treasury Department said on Thursday 12th of October, 2023. The United States, other G7 countries, and Australia imposed the cap last year, seeking to reduce Russia’s revenues from seaborne oil exports as part of sanctions for its invasion

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Angola Must Prepare for the Inevitable: Oil Will Run Out, Warns Finance Minister Vera Daves

Angola, a country blessed with abundant oil reserves, has long relied on the black gold to fuel its economy and provide the government with much-needed revenue. However, Finance Minister Vera Daves has recently issued a stern warning: oil will run out one day, and Angola must be prepared for that eventuality. In a bold statement, Minister Daves has highlighted the urgency of diversifying the nation’s economy and investing in sustainable alternatives to ensure a stable

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Lucapa Celebrates a Highly Profitable Diamond Tender Event

Diamond miner Lucapa Diamond Company has announced revenues of A$15.7 million from the sale of seven exceptional diamonds from its Lulo operation, in Angola. The company sold 534.9 carats by tender, achieving an average price of $29,401 per carat. Of the seven diamonds sold during the tender, the 180-carat Type II white diamond recovered in June this year, and a 66-carat pink diamond, attracted the highest prices per tonne. “This tender demonstrates that the weakness

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EBRD Greenlights €45M Financing for North Africa-Europe Energy Link

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a €45 million loan to Tunisia’s Société tunisienne de l’électricité et du gaz (STEG) for a submarine power cable linking Tunisia and Italy. STEG will combine the loan with a €307.6 million grant from the European Union’s Connecting Europe Facility, and financing from the European Investment Bank, the World Bank, and KfW to develop the 200-km 600 MW high-voltage direct current transmission network. The project,

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National Diamond Auction Yields 22 Million Dollars for SODIAM

The National Diamond Trading Company of Angola (SODIAM) announced that it raised 22 million dollars from the auction sale of 1,329.89 carats of rough diamonds on Thursday, October 12, 2023. This was the 7th diamond auction held in Luanda and included special stones from mining companies such as Lulo, Kaixepa, Somiluana, Catoca, and Luele, according to a statement from Sodiam sent to Lusa. The most valuable diamonds came from the Lulo mine and yielded nearly

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Predator Oil & Gas Unleashes Potential in Morocco: Pursuing Gas Ventures

Predator Oil & Gas Accelerates Moroccan Gas Exploration, Seeks Downstream Partnerships While Anticipating Favorable Test Results to Boost Stock Value. Early summer brought a surge of anticipation in the energy sector as Predator Oil & Gas embarked on exploratory endeavors in Morocco. Last week, the company unveiled a significant development in its North Africa operations. Predator has initiated discussions with a downstream energy-focused group to potentially sell its share of the gas produced at the

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Algeria: TotalEnergies and Sonatrach Joint Venture Greenlights Pipeline Expansion Project

The TFT Group, a joint venture comprising the Algerian National Oil Company Sonatrach and the global oil and gas major TotalEnergies, has signed a contract with Entreprise Nationale de Grands Travaux Pétroliers (ENGTP) to expand the TFTII oil and gas pipeline. ENGTP will conduct engineering studies, procure equipment, and materials for the project, as well as construct the pipeline, flowlines, and surface facilities as part of the 8 billion dinars contract. The extension of the

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Petrofac Unveils Promising Career Prospects in the Ever-Changing Energy Landscape

In a time of significant change and transformation in the global energy sector, Petrofac is gearing up to play a pivotal role in meeting the evolving energy needs of the world. The company is actively seeking dynamic team players to join its ranks and contribute to its mission of shaping the future of energy supply and security. The world is currently reevaluating its energy supply sources and energy security requirements. As it plans for a

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US Crude Oil Prices Decline as Stockpile Surges, Alleviating Supply Worries

Oil prices fell for a third day on Thursday, dragged down by a larger-than-expected crude and gasoline stock build in the U.S. and easing supply concerns. Brent futures fell 43 cents, or 0.50%, to $85.39 a barrel at 0623 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude retreated 53 cents, or 0.63%, to $82.96 a barrel. Both benchmarks have given back most early-week gains after falling more than 2% in the previous session. U.S. crude oil

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