By 2035, Africa has the potential to produce 50 million tons of competitively priced green hydrogen, with expected global demand for green hydrogen reaching 607 million tons by 2050. In comparison, Africa’s demand for green hydrogen and its derivatives is expected to be between 10 million and 18 million tons a year by 2050, with a production potential exceeding that. Prasad emphasizes that Africa can export between 20 million and 40 million tons of green
The head of Nigeria’s oil regulator said he is “very optimistic” that the oil major Exxon Mobil’s asset sale to Seplat Energy can move forward. The regulator last year refused to approve the $1.28-billion sale, which some in the industry say is key to getting much-needed investment into Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. “We are very optimistic that parties to the transaction will go back, look at the position of the regulator, and come back
The Zambian government is expected to make a final decision on the sale of Mopani Copper Mines this month, securing a new investor for the assets it bought from Glencore in 2021, according to a source with knowledge of the matter, as reported by Reuters. Zambia’s Mines Minister, Paul Kabuswe, had initially stated that a new investor for the struggling copper mines would be selected by the end of July. However, the process has been
Africa Energy Expo is primed to foster essential relationships and catalyze strategic investments within the energy sector Informa Markets a leading global exhibition and conference organizer, today announced the launch of the first-ever Africa Energy Expo, set to take place in the vibrant city of Kigali, Rwanda, from 20 to 22 February 2024. This flagship event is designed to facilitate critical discussions, foster collaboration, and drive progress in achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 7
Europe faces soaring gas prices as Israel suspends production at the Tamar field due to the Gaza conflict, while a leak in the Baltic pipeline fuels security concerns. Gas prices in Europe have witnessed a significant surge following Israel’s decision to suspend production at its Tamar gas field in the wake of ongoing deadly attacks from Gaza. The conflict, which has claimed over 1,100 lives since the weekend, has prompted Israel’s energy ministry to explore
South Africa’s master plan to develop its gas market is finally ready after repeated delays as it aims to reduce its carbon emissions and avoid chronic power outages that have plagued Africa’s most developed economy for years. The master plan will go to the cabinet before public release, a senior official at the department of mineral resources and energy (DMRE) said on Tuesday 10th October, 2023. “It is done, it is going through the internal
At a time when the African energy industry is facing a variety of challenges, the African Energy Week (AEW) conference serves as a platform for engagement, collaboration, and investment. Since the event’s inception, AEW has facilitated deals, fostered dialogue, and laid the foundation for long-term and sustainable developments to kick off. As such, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) organizers of the AEW conference proudly announces the launch of AEW 2024: Invest in African Energy. Maintaining
Gold prices rose the most since July on Monday 9th October, 2023 as safe-haven demand soared after tensions ramped up in the wake of the Hamas attack on Israel. Spot gold gained 1.0% to $1,850.26 per ounce by 1 p.m. EDT, its highest since Sept. 29. US gold futures were also up 1.0%, trading at $1,863.60 per ounce in New York. The precious metal had risen as much as 1.2% earlier in the session before
A forward-looking panel at Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) 2023 will explore how technology, sustainable practices, and localization can ensure stable and secure critical mineral supplies, under the theme, “The Future Minerals Economy and the Resilience of Supply Chains.” The panel will be moderated by Olimpia Pilch, Founder and Chief Operating Officer of the Critical Minerals International Alliance, UK. Panelists include Dr. Marit Y. Kitaw, Interim Director of the African Minerals Development Center (AMDC), Ethiopia; Deshan
The MSGBC region is poised to become a global gas hub owing to its substantial proven resources, million-ton projects, and strategic location. With a major Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project coming online in 2024 and new exploration campaigns kicking off, the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2023 conference and exhibition represent the platform to discuss the future of natural gas. During this year’s event, a dedicated panel discussion will take place under the theme, “The
