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Local Economy News

Extractive industry analyzes application of new regulations

The procedure stands as a vital requirement within the framework of the respective organization, necessitating the disclosure of annual efforts made by Member States. This includes the Work Plan adhering to EITI standards, unlike the Annual Report, which primarily communicates the value of natural resources to citizens. Angola, an active EITI member since June 2022, took a significant stride by presenting its inaugural report in December 2023. This presentation marked an essential phase, with the

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Local News Oil

ETU Energias Increases Stake in Block 17

Oil company ETU Energias S.A. finalized the acquisition of a 2.5 percent stake in the Thai company PTTEP in Block 17/06 offshore Angola. According to a statement from Etu Energias S.A, formerly known as Somoil – Sociedade Petrolífera Angolana S.A., quoted by Lusa, the process began in December 2022 as part of their growth strategy, with the signing of the purchase and sale contract for the mentioned stake, the value of which was not disclosed

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Local Economy News

First Cargo Train of Copper Ore Arrives at Lobito

A cargo train transporting 960 tons of raw copper ore arrived in the port city of Lobito (Benguela) on the morning of December 31st, originating from the Kolwezi region in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The seventeen-vehicle train, including a GE locomotive model C30ACi, and 16 LC-type wagons, departed from Luau station in the Moxico province on Friday at 4:30 PM, covering a distance of 1,289 kilometers in 38 hours until it reached the

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International Gas News

Nigeria’s Aiteo Acquires Mozambique’s Mazenga Gas Block

Nigerian energy company Aiteo has secured a stake in Mozambique’s Mazenga gas block. The deal, formalized through farm-in arrangements with Mozambique’s National Hydrocarbons Company (ENH), positions Aiteo as the operator of the block, which holds some of the largest onshore gas reserves in sub-Saharan Africa. Following the deal, Aiteo has initiated an intensive development program involving aeromagnetic and gravitational geological studies, comprehensive field inspections, and reinterpretation and processing of existing data. “We aim to elevate

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Oil Gas

Top Licensing Rounds to Watch in Africa in 2024

In an effort to revitalize E&P activities and yield new discoveries, both mature and emerging hydrocarbon markets in Africa are ramping up exploration through ongoing and planned licensing rounds in 2024. Poised to drive the continent’s exploration and production sectors, these bid rounds are set to position Africa as a global exploration hub, while ushering in a new era of industry growth and innovation. Libya As part of the country’s plans to boost oil production

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Diamonds International News

De Beers Unveils 2024 Sight Dates

De Beers has released its sales schedule for this year, with plans to hold the usual 10 sights across the 12-month period. The miner sells most of its rough to sightholders through a contract system under which clients make certain purchasing commitments in return for consistent supply. Over the last few cycles, the company has allowed sight holders to buy fewer goods amid oversupply issues and weak demand, aiming to rebalance the market. De Beers

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International Gas News

Congo: Eni’s Tango FLNG Receives First Gas

Italy’s Eni has supplied first gas to its Tango floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facility in the Republic of the Congo, achieving the milestone just twelve months after the final investment decision was made. Tango FLNG is expected to produce its initial LNG cargo by Q1 2024, transforming the country into a leading LNG export market. The facility is part of Eni’s broader natural gas development project in the Marine XII block. Manufactured by Chinese

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International Gas Oil

Petrobras Acquires Stakes in 3 São Tomé and Príncipe Blocks

Brazil’s state-owned oil and gas company Petrobras has acquired stakes in three exploration blocks in São Tomé and Príncipe. The transaction, approved by the board, includes a 45% stake in Blocks 10 and 13 and a 25% stake in Block 11. The strategic move aligns with Petrobras’ long-term goal to rebuild reserves and develop partnerships. Pending regulatory approvals, the transaction follows a memorandum of understanding signed between the company and global energy major Shell in

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Local News Oil

Corcel soars as latest Angola drilling results point to oil

Shares in Corcel jumped over 12% on Thursday morning as the company reported positive drilling results from its part-owned site in Angola. Drilling in the TO-14 well, which is part of the onshore KON-11 block, confirmed oil throughout, the company said in an update. These mirrored drilling results from the TO-13 well and effectively confirm production can be reactivated on the potentially significant hydrocarbon deposit, Corcel added. “We’ve confirmed that the same formations are contiguous

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International Gas News Oil

Africa’s leading oil independent secures major stake in Mozambique’s Mazenga gas block

Africa’s largest oil independent, Aiteo, has marked a significant expansion in its global energy portfolio by acquiring a major stake in the Mazenga gas block, the largest onshore gas reserve in Africa, situated in Mozambique. The strategic acquisition was made possible through a series of agreements with Mozambique’s State oil firm, Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos (ENH), effectively positioning Aiteo as the new operator of the block. The Mazenga gas block, located in Mozambique’s prolific sedimentary

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