Kenya Seeks Long-Term Gas Imports from Mozambique as Rising Demand and Global Conflicts Disrupt Supply President William Ruto has announced plans for Kenya to secure long-term natural gas imports from Mozambique, as the country moves to stabilize energy supply and reduce reliance on distant markets affected by geopolitical tensions. The announcement followed a meeting at State House in Nairobi between President Ruto and Daniel Chapo, President of Mozambique, who is on a three-day state visit
Algeria Opens Seven Oil and Gas Blocks to Investors in New Licensing Round Starting April 19 The government of Algeria will launch a new international oil and gas licensing round on April 19, offering seven exploration blocks to energy companies as part of efforts to attract investment and expand activity in its upstream sector. The announcement was made by the National Agency for the Valorisation of Hydrocarbon Resources, the country’s official oil and gas licensing
Spain and Algeria in Talks to Increase Gas Supply by 10% Through Medgaz Pipeline Amid European Energy Concerns Spain and Algeria are in advanced negotiations to increase gas supplies through the Medgaz pipeline, potentially boosting flows by up to 10%, as Europe seeks more secure energy sources amid geopolitical tensions. Two sources familiar with the discussions told Reuters that a preliminary agreement could be reached during Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares’ visit to Algiers
Egypt Deploys Valaris DS-12 to Boost Offshore Gas Exploration and Production Egypt has entered a new phase of offshore gas exploration with the arrival of the drillship Valaris DS-12 in its territorial waters. The deployment marks the start of a drilling program targeting four new wells in Egypt’s offshore fields. The drillship will initially drill one production well and one exploratory well for BP. Subsequently, it will drill two additional exploratory wells for Arcius Energy,
President Daniel Chapo Says Mozambique Ready to Export Natural Gas to Kenya and Become Top Global LNG Producer The President of Mozambique, Daniel Chapo, said on Thursday that the country is emerging as a strategic alternative supplier of natural gas to global markets, particularly within Africa, and signaled openness to exporting gas to Kenya through Mozambique’s port infrastructure. “Gas can be exported from Mozambique to Kenya and benefit our brother country and the Kenyan people.
Mozambique Gas Exports Hit $1 Billion in H1 2025, Overtake Coal as Largest Export Mozambique’s natural gas exports generated an average of US$5.5 million per day during the first half of 2025, sustaining their growth trajectory and reinforcing their status as the country’s leading export, according to official data. Figures released this month by the Bank of Mozambique show that natural gas export revenues increased from US$900.7 million in the first half of 2024 to
Sonagas Replaces 500 Gas Cylinder Valves Weekly as Consumer Group Warns of Expired and Leaking Cylinders in Angola Sonagas, a subsidiary of Sonangol, stated on Wednesday that leaks in cooking gas cylinders are primarily caused by improper handling during transportation, rather than manufacturing defects or filling processes. The company disclosed that it replaces more than 500 gas cylinder check valves each week as part of routine safety and quality control measures. According to Pedro de
Libya’s NOC Activates First Phase of Farigh–Brega Gas Pipeline to Boost Power Supply and Support 2030 Production Targets Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) has launched the first phase of the Farigh–Brega gas pipeline, marking a significant milestone in efforts to strengthen domestic gas supply and enhance energy security. The initial segment of the pipeline is now operational, with gas pumping and pressure balancing underway as system integration continues across the network. The development reflects Libya’s
Africa Expands LNG Exports to Europe as Demand Rises Amid Energy Supply Uncertainty Africa is increasingly emerging as a strategic supplier of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Europe, as shifting global energy dynamics driven by instability in the Middle East and ongoing uncertainty surrounding Russian gas supplies reshape international markets. Energy ministers from Senegal, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria, and the Republic of the Congo are expected to meet European stakeholders in Paris next month during the
Angola Launches Gas Exports from Quiluma Field, Boosting Energy Diversification The National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANPG) announced on Monday the start of gas supply from the Quiluma field, operated by the Novo Consórcio de Gás (NCG). Initial exports reached 150 million cubic feet per day, with projections to climb to 314 million cubic feet per day by the end of the year. Operations officially began last Friday, according to ANPG and
