South Africa’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe has published the country’s draft Gas Master Plan (GMP2024) for public comment. Members of the public, stakeholders and industry experts are invited to give input until by no later than 15 June, 2024. “To mitigate against gas supply shortages between 2026 and 2030, it is quite urgent to engage within the region to establish enablers that could unlock additional supply potential,” the draft plan says. South
Egypt has announced temporary cuts to its liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports starting from May to address power shortages anticipated during the summer months. The move aims to increase gas availability within the country to meet rising electricity demands, amidst recurring power outages. The Ministry of Electricity estimates a daily requirement of approximately 105 million m3 of natural gas, along with 10,000 tons of diesel, with demand expected to surge to 135 million m3 of gas as temperatures rise
Anglo American is considering a sale of De Beers according to an article in the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) quoting “people familiar with the matter.” The diamond group has under-performed recently as the global diamond market has not recovered in terms of sales volumes and prices as expected. De Beers announced on Tuesday that it would cut its production forecast for 2024 by 10% to between 26m carats and 29m carats with Anglo CEO Duncan
Over the past year, fuel prices increased in several African countries. Most of Africa, especially its biggest nations, faced significant fiscal challenges at the start of 2023 and, consequently, the new year. However, these pressures are projected to be eased, as measures and initiatives are being put in place to curtail the energy inflation plaguing the continent. Rising petroleum prices rapidly impact costs associated with transportation, which puts pressure on the cost of products and
A company associated with the Abu Dhabi royal family has struck a massive €12 billion deal with South Sudan, involving oil repayment, raising questions about the country’s economic future. The Dubai-based Hamad Bin Khalifa Department of Projects (HBK DOP) has inked the agreement with South Sudan, as revealed in a confidential report reviewed by Bloomberg. The deal, signed between HBK DOP and South Sudan’s former finance minister, Bak Barnaba Chol, outlines repayment terms involving oil
The Cotton Company of Zimbabwe (COTTCO) is set to enhance its operational efficiency and revenue generation through a $3.5 million investment in the development of an oil expression plant and a solar power facility. Scheduled for completion by Q4 – 2024, the 1.2 MW solar power facility in Muzarabani aims to strengthen energy security for COTTCO’s cotton processing operations. Meanwhile, a $1.5 million investment will fund the construction of an oil processing facility in Gokwe,
Niger and Mali have entered into a landmark agreement aimed at bolstering Mali’s energy security through the provision of affordable diesel. Under the deal, Niger will supply 150 million liters of diesel to Mali’s state energy firm, Énergie du Mali, at a significant discount. The agreement underscores Niger’s commitment to supporting Mali’s energy needs and ensuring stable and reliable electricity production, which is crucial for Mali’s socio-economic development. This partnership is part of broader efforts
Invictus Energy, an independent upstream oil and gas company, has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Himoinsa Southern Africa Proprietary Limited and Dallaglio Investments Pvt Ltd. The agreement aims to develop a gas-to-power project to supply electricity to the Eureka Gold Mine in Zimbabwe. Under the partnership, Invictus Energy will provide feedstock from its Cabora Bassa Project to fuel a proposed 12MW gas-to-power plant, which will be constructed by Himoinsa. The electricity generated from
Exploration firm Rhino Resources has awarded a contract to energy services company Halliburton for its deep-water multi-well construction project offshore Namibia, announced during the Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) 2024. Halliburton will provide solutions for the construction of exploration and appraisal wells in Block 2914A starting from Q4 – 2024. Additionally, Rhino Resources will utilize Halliburton’s well and prospect testing services as part of the contract. According to Travis Smithard, CEO of Rhino Resources, the
BHP with a market valuation of $149B made a $38.8B bid for Anglo American. Anglo’s shares jumped 12% early yesterday to a market valuation of $41B following the bid. In a statement Anglo American confirmed that “it is has received an unsolicited, non-binding and highly conditional combination proposal from BHP Group Limited (“BHP”).” And that “there can be no certainty that any offer will be made nor as to the terms on which any such
