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Germany to Pledge Investment in Nigerian Gas and Essential Minerals

The German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, has announced that Germany will enter into future partnerships with Nigeria to invest in critical minerals and natural gas, with a focus on facilitating private investment and economic development. Announced during a joint briefing with Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, in Abuja on October 29, Chancellor Scholz welcomed the West African country’s efforts to expand its liquefied natural gas capacity, while highlighting Germany’s readiness to invest in critical minerals. “There is

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Energy International News

Algeria Engages in Discussions to Supply Germany with Green Hydrogen

Algeria is currently in talks with Germany to become a major supplier of green hydrogen to Europe’s largest economy. With plans underway to upgrade its pipeline connections to reach a wider swath of the continent, the North African country is poised to cover up to 10% of European demand for green hydrogen. The discussions between Algeria and Germany, which took place in Algiers on October 23, focused on converting and extending existing natural gas pipelines

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Exploring the Role of Natural Gas in the Energy Landscape: Highlights from MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2023

The MSGBC region is poised to become a global gas hub owing to its substantial proven resources, million-ton projects, and strategic location. With a major Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project coming online in 2024 and new exploration campaigns kicking off, the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2023 conference and exhibition represent the platform to discuss the future of natural gas. During this year’s event, a dedicated panel discussion will take place under the theme, “The

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Energy International News

Bitcoin Funds Solar Project in South Africa

Renewable energy company Sun Exchange has announced that bitcoin will be used to fund a large solar power project in South Africa. The 198-kV solar project will provide clean and affordable power to the country’s Pretoria Boy’s High School. Bitcoin has been used by a private investor to purchase 98% of all solar cells for the project, which will offer zero capital cost for the school while reducing its energy bill and reliance on diesel

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World’s Longest Undersea Connectivity Cable Arrives in Angola

Angolan telecommunications company Unitel Angola has announced that the ‘world’s longest’ undersea connectivity cable has arrived in the southern African country. Dubbed ‘2Africa’, the submarine cable will be operated by Unitel Angola as part of a consortium comprising international telecommunications companies, including China Mobile International, Meta, Mtn Global Connect, Orange, center 3, Telecom Egypt, Vodafone/Vodacom, and Wiocc. The project will provide connectivity between Africa, Europe, and Asia, enabling access to the internet and other telecommunications

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UK’s Rishi Sunak Labeled ‘Dangerous Radical’ Following Issuance of New Oil and Gas Licenses

After announcing hundreds of new oil and gas licenses in the North Sea, the UK’s prime minister, Rishi Sunak, has been labeled a “dangerous radical” pursuing “moral and economic madness,” according to the United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres. “The truly dangerous radicals are the countries that are increasing the production of fossil fuels,” Guterres said in a statement. Sunak, naturally, sees it differently. “It’s vital we bolster our energy security and capitalize on that independence

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Construction Set for 2024 For Senegal’s Sandiara Gas-to-Power Plant

Spanish construction company TSK, which provides sustainable solutions and services to the industrial and energy sectors, has partnered with LFR Energy – a subsidiary of Senegalese holding company LFR which invests in energy, hotel, and real estate projects – for the construction of the Sandiara Power Plant, a gas-to-power facility located in Senegal’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Construction is slated to begin in 2024, speaking in an exclusive interview with Energy Capital & Power (ECP),

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Cabinet commends Saudi Arabia and France’s cooperation in energy field

The Cabinet commended the joint statement issued by the Kingdom and France on cooperation in the field of energy and the keenness of the two countries to implement the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement. JEDDAH — The Cabinet, chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman on Tuesday at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah, was briefed on the outcome of the official visit of Crown Prince and Prime Minister

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Five Reasons to Invest in Senegal’s Rising Economy

Senegal, a country in West Africa, is experiencing significant economic growth and offers compelling reasons for foreign investors to consider investing in its emerging market. Here are five key factors that make Senegal an attractive investment destination: Senegal’s rising economy, competitive business climate, skilled labor force, modern infrastructure, and comprehensive legal and fiscal frameworks make it an appealing choice for international investors seeking new opportunities. Attending events like the MSGBC Oil, Gas, & Power 2023

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Mauritania’s Director General of Hydrocarbons, Petroleum, Energy and Mines Updates on Nouakchott Energy Hub and Infrastructure Project

Moustapha Bechir, the Director General of Hydrocarbons at the Ministry of Petroleum, Energy and Mines in Mauritania, recently participated in the Mauritanian ministerial panel at MSGBC Oil, Gas, & Power 2023. During the event, he shared insights into Mauritania’s energy hub in Nouakchott, plans for local content development, and infrastructure revamp strategies. Mauritania possesses several strategic assets that contribute to its energy sector. These include its favorable geographical location in proximity to Europe, a vast

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