Austrian Energy Firm Discovers 195 Million Barrels of Oil in Africa’s Largest Oil Basin

Austrian Energy Company Makes Major 195 Million Barrel Oil Discovery in Africa’s Largest Oil Region Austrian energy company OMV has announced a significant oil discovery in Africa’s largest oil-producing region, marking a major milestone in its exploration activities and strengthening prospects for future production growth. The discovery, estimated at around 195 million barrels of oil equivalent, was made in the Orange Basin, an emerging offshore exploration hotspot located along the coasts of Namibia and South

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Ghana Advances Oil Refining Ambitions with $1.98 Billion Private Refinery Project

Ghana’s $1.98 Billion Private Oil Refinery Set to Transform Domestic Fuel Production and Reduce Imports Ghana is advancing efforts to strengthen its energy security through the development of its first privately owned large-scale oil refinery, a project expected to significantly increase domestic fuel production and reduce the country’s dependence on imported petroleum products. The $1.98 billion refinery project is being positioned as a major milestone in Ghana’s energy sector, supporting the government’s long-term goal of

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IEA Warns Strait of Hormuz Crisis Could Threaten Global Energy Security

Global Energy Security at Risk as IEA Warns Strait of Hormuz Disruption Could Last for Weeks The International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that global energy security could come under serious pressure if disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are not resolved within weeks. IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said prolonged instability around the strategic waterway could have major consequences for global oil and gas markets, given the strait’s role as one of the world’s

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Angola’s Oil Industry Rebounds in 2026 as Deepwater Investment Drives Production Revival

Angola Oil Sector Gains New Momentum in 2026 as Deepwater Projects Attract Billions in Investment Angola’s oil industry is entering a new phase of recovery in 2026, supported by renewed investment in offshore projects, increased exploration activity and stronger confidence from international oil companies. After several years of declining production caused by maturing fields and limited new developments, Angola’s deepwater sector is regaining momentum. Major oil producers are extending their commitments in the country, while

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Angola LNG Plant Begins 32-Day Maintenance Shutdown as Gas Production Temporarily Falls

Angola LNG has temporarily halted operations at its Soyo facility for a 32-day maintenance programme, reducing LNG production while ensuring long-term reliability of the gas plant Angola LNG has temporarily suspended operations at its liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant in Soyo, Zaire Province, to carry out scheduled maintenance work aimed at improving the reliability, safety and efficiency of its facilities. The maintenance programme is part of a planned intervention involving the Angola LNG plant, the

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Angola Adds Chinese Yuan to Approved Foreign Currency Reserves

Angola Approves Chinese Yuan for Foreign Currency Reserves as Ties with China Deepen Angola’s central bank has authorised commercial banks to use the Chinese yuan as part of their foreign currency reserve requirements, marking a further step in strengthening financial and economic relations between Angola and China. The decision allows banks operating in Angola to hold yuan, alongside other approved currencies, to meet mandatory foreign exchange reserve obligations. The move is expected to support liquidity

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Angola Approves 30-Year Electricity Corridor to Supply Power to DRC

Angola Grants Somagec 30-Year Power Transmission Deal to Export Electricity to DR Congo Angola has granted Somagec Energy Holding Limited (SEHL) a 30-year concession to develop and operate an electricity transmission system that will enable power exports to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The project, known as the Northern Corridor, will also strengthen electricity supply to Angola’s Cabinda Province. The concession was awarded under a Build, Own, Operate and Transfer (BOOT) model, allowing Somagec

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World Bank Approves $875 Million Package to Accelerate Côte d’Ivoire’s Gas Development

Côte d’Ivoire Secures $875 Million World Bank Support to Expand Gas Sector and Boost Energy Security Côte d’Ivoire is set to strengthen its natural gas sector after securing an $875 million financing package from the World Bank to support gas infrastructure development, investment, and long-term energy security. The funding will support the implementation of the country’s Gas Master Plan, which aims to expand gas transmission and distribution infrastructure while creating a roadmap for future sector

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South Africa Plans Major Expansion of Strategic Oil Reserves to Strengthen Energy Security

South Africa Proposes 60-Day Strategic Oil Reserve Plan to Protect Against Global Supply Disruptions South Africa is planning a major expansion of its strategic petroleum reserves for the first time in decades as the government seeks to strengthen the country’s energy security and protect against future global supply disruptions. The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has proposed maintaining strategic fuel reserves equivalent to 60 days of national consumption under a draft policy released

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DRC Chooses Mota-Engil for Lobito Corridor Railway Upgrade to Boost Copper and Cobalt Exports

DR Congo Approves Mota-Engil Partnership to Revamp Lobito Corridor Railway Linking Copper and Cobalt Mines to Global Markets The Democratic Republic of Congo has approved a partnership with Portuguese construction and engineering company Mota-Engil SGPS SA to rehabilitate a critical railway network that will strengthen the country’s access to global markets for copper and cobalt. The project forms part of the Congolese section of the Lobito Corridor, a strategic infrastructure route designed to connect mineral-rich

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