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Namibia’s Diamond Sector Challenges Threaten Economic Growth

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has expressed concerns that ongoing challenges in the mining sector, particularly in the diamond industry, may extend beyond 2024, posing a significant threat to the country’s economic growth. Kazembire Zemburuka, BoN’s Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations, highlighted declining production volumes and falling international diamond prices as critical issues affecting GDP growth throughout 2024, with projections indicating continued struggles in the coming years. “The challenges facing the diamond mining

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International Gas News

Morocco to Launch 2025 Tenders for Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline

Morocco is set to initiate tenders in 2025 for the Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline, focusing on sections within Moroccan territory. This milestone is part of the National Office of Hydrocarbons and Mines’ (ONHYM) 2025 Action Plan, according to Asharq Al-Awsat. The pipeline’s first phase will span Morocco, Mauritania, and Senegal, with additional gas transport agreements expected next year. A dedicated private company will oversee the project’s construction, operation, and maintenance, as outlined in a project document

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International Corporate News Energy

QatarEnergy Expands Offshore Holdings in Namibia with New Stake Acquisitions

QatarEnergy has strengthened its presence in Namibia’s upstream oil and gas sector through an agreement with TotalEnergies, increasing its stakes in two Orange Basin offshore blocks. Under the new deal, QatarEnergy will acquire an additional 5.25% stake in Block 2913B and 4.7% in Block 2912. Following the transaction, QatarEnergy’s shares will rise to 35.25% in Block 2913B and 33.025% in Block 2912. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, Qatar’s Minister of State for Energy Affairs and CEO of

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Gas International News

Ghana Unveils 515MW Bridge Power Plant to Boost Energy Security

President Nana Akufo-Addo has inaugurated the Bridge Power Plant, a 200MW combined cycle power facility in Kpone, located in Greater Accra’s Heavy Industrial Area. The plant, developed by Early Power Limited, is powered primarily by natural gas and is designed to be one of Ghana’s most operationally flexible combined cycle facilities. Supplied with five TM2500 aeroderivative gas turbines by GE Vernova, the Bridge Power Plant represents a critical milestone in Ghana’s energy sector. It is

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International Corporate News Oil

Mozambique’s ENH Partners with Saipem to Strengthen Offshore Drilling Services

Mozambique’s state oil and gas company, Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos (ENH), is set to expand its involvement in the country’s hydrocarbon sector by investing in specialized offshore drilling services for exploration and production. On Friday, ENH signed a shareholders’ agreement in Maputo with Saipem International B.V., a subsidiary of the Italian multinational Saipem. The agreement establishes a joint venture between ENH Exploration, a dedicated subsidiary of ENH, and Saipem, aiming to enhance Mozambique’s capacity in

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Corporate News International Oil Petroleum

Dangote Refinery Lowers Fuel Price to N970 in Year-End Gesture

The Dangote Refinery has announced a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N970 per liter, down from the previous N990. This N20 decrease applies to marketers purchasing directly from the refinery, according to a report by The Punch. Anthony Chiejina, Dangote Group’s Chief Branding and Communications Officer, confirmed the adjustment on Sunday, describing it as a gesture of appreciation for Nigerians as the year draws to a close. “This reduction is

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International News Petroleum

Mozambique to Audit Hydrocarbon Firms for Local Content Compliance

Mozambique plans to conduct independent audits of hydrocarbon companies to evaluate their contributions to local business development under its local content framework. The audits will also assess companies’ compliance with policies and regulations, as well as the effectiveness of government measures promoting local participation. The National Petroleum Institute (INP) has launched an international public tender to select a specialized company for the task. The chosen firm will assist in developing auditing and analytical processes to

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Corporate News Gas International News

Senex Energy Marks Milestone as Atlas Gasfield Expansion Nears First Production

Australian energy company Senex Energy has announced the imminent flow of first gas from its A$1-billion Atlas natural gasfield expansion, following the official inauguration of its Surat Basin facility in Queensland on Sunday. The event was attended by prominent shareholders, including Posco International CEO Kyein Lee and Hancock Prospecting Executive Chairperson Gina Rinehart, alongside representatives from government and the Wandoan community. The Atlas expansion is a key achievement for Senex, particularly as the Australian Energy

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Corporate News Diamonds International

Alrosa Faces Production Cuts and Staff Reductions Amid Diamond Market Crisis

Russia’s Alrosa, the world’s largest producer of rough diamonds by volume, is considering suspending some production in 2025 and reducing its workforce as it confronts plummeting global diamond prices. The company’s CEO, Pavel Marinychev, highlighted these challenges during an interview on Thursday, citing ongoing Western sanctions and a downturn in the diamond industry. Marinychev described the global diamond market as being in a “deep crisis,” with prices declining for the second consecutive year. For Alrosa,

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International Oil Petroleum

Oil Prices Drop 4.45% Amid Supply Glut and Slowing Demand

The price of a barrel of oil has dropped by 4.45%, settling at $72.25. This decline is largely attributed to an oversupply in the market coupled with weakening demand, especially from China. China, which is a major driver of global oil demand, is facing an economic slowdown. As a result, OPEC has revised its 2024 growth forecast downward, predicting a drop of 135,000 barrels per day in demand. Despite China’s stimulus efforts, oil consumption remains

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