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Angola and Namibia Advance Energy Cooperation with Focus on Electricity Interconnection

Angola and Namibia Strengthen Energy Ties, Discuss Power Interconnection and Baynes Hydroelectric ProjectAngola and Namibia held a high-level meeting on Monday to review the implementation of energy cooperation projects, with a particular focus on the Angola-Namibia electricity interconnection. The discussions took place between Angola’s Minister of Energy and Water, João Baptista Borges, and Namibia’s Minister of Industries, Mines, and Energy, Modestus Tshitumbe Amutse. Also in attendance was Angola’s Secretary of State for Energy, Arlindo Carlos.

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International News Oil

Oil Hits Multi-Year High as Iran Conflict Escalates, Boosting Vegoils and Aluminium

Oil Surges 25% to Highest Since 2022 Amid Iran War, Driving Vegoils and Aluminium Prices Oil prices surged nearly 25% on Monday, reaching their highest levels since mid-2022, with Brent crude on track for a record one day gain. In contrast, gold fell 2% as the escalating Iran conflict disrupted global energy supplies, strengthened the dollar, and dampened expectations of near-term interest rate cuts. Agricultural markets, led by edible oils, rose in tandem with crude

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Oil Economy International News

Global Oil Prices Surge Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

Oil Prices Jump Above $114 as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Trigger Global Energy Market Fears Global oil prices surged sharply on Monday, March 9, 2026, as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and disruptions to maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz raised fears of a major shock to global energy supplies. According to energy market data, the international benchmark Brent crude was trading at around $114 per barrel at the start of the

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International News Oil

Middle East Tensions Send Oil Prices Higher, Raising Inflation Risks for Africa

Oil Price Surge After US Strikes on Iran Threatens Higher Fuel Costs and Inflation Across Africa A geopolitical conflict thousands of kilometres away is once again threatening to raise the cost of living across Africa. Within hours of US-led airstrikes on Iran on February 28, global oil markets reacted sharply, with Brent crude prices jumping from about $67 to above $82 per barrel a surge of more than 20% in just a few days. It

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Local News Transport and Logistics

Port of Lobito Extends Timoneiro Concession for Towing and Marine Operations

Port of Lobito Renews 15-Year Towing and Marine Services Concession with Timoneiro Port of Lobito has renewed its concession agreement with Timoneiro for towing, berthing and vessel assistance services for an additional 15 years, reinforcing operational continuity at one of Angola’s key logistics hubs. The agreement was formalised on Thursday in Lobito and marks a new contractual cycle set to commence on 17 May 2026. Strategic Commitment to Maritime Safety Speaking at the signing ceremony,

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Local Mining Projects News Oil

Angola’s MIREMPET Assesses Mining and Oil Potential in Icolo & Bengo Province

MIREMPET Evaluates Solid Minerals and Hydrocarbon Potential in Icolo & Bengo Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas (MIREMPET) on Monday reviewed the mineral, oil and gas potential of Icolo e Bengo during a high-level meeting with provincial officials and sector technicians. The session, led by Minister Diamantino Azevedo, focused on assessing ongoing activities in the province and identifying mechanisms to strengthen institutional coordination, regulatory oversight and sector development. According to the minister, as one

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International News Oil Petroleum

Nigeria to Launch Cawthorne Crude Exports as Output Recovers

Nigeria Introduces Cawthorne Light Sweet Crude to Boost Exports and Strengthen OPEC Position The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has announced plans to begin exporting a new light, sweet crude grade known as Cawthorne from March, signaling a gradual recovery in production from Africa’s largest oil exporter. The launch of the new grade comes as Nigeria works to restore output levels that have been constrained for years by pipeline vandalism, crude theft and security challenges in

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Renewable Energy International News

Egypt and Scatec Discuss Expanding Renewable Energy and Green Investment

Egypt Boosts Renewable Energy Ambitions as Minister Farid Meets Scatec CEO to Expand Solar and Battery Projects Egypt is strengthening its push toward renewable energy and green investment following a high-level meeting between Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid and Terje Pilskog, CEO of Scatec. According to a ministry statement, discussions focused on expanding cooperation in renewable energy development and scaling up sustainable investment projects across the country. Scatec is an established player

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Local Energy News

DRC and Angola Partner with Somagec on $1.2B Energy Transmission Projects

DRC and Angola Launch Major Cross-Border Energy Transmission Lines to Boost Industrial Growth and ElectrificationThe Ministry of Water Resources and Electricity of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), represented by Minister Aime Sakombi Molendo, has signed an agreement with Moroccan firm Somagec to develop two ambitious energy transmission lines connecting Angola and the DRC. According to a statement, the 400 kV transmission line projects include: High-Voltage Infrastructure for Regional Integration The Soyo-Inga-Cabinda line is a

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International News Oil

Egypt Commits $4 Billion to Modernize Oil Refineries and Boost Energy Security

Egypt Launches $4B Refinery Upgrade Plan to Reduce Fuel Imports and Strengthen Regional Energy RoleEgypt is investing $4 billion to modernize and expand its oil-refining sector in a strategic move to enhance energy security, increase local value creation, and reduce costly fuel imports. Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, outlined the plan, which includes six refinery upgrade projects aimed at increasing national refining capacity and improving operational efficiency. “The government has developed a

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