Ghana to Expand Tema Oil Refinery Capacity to 45,000 bpd to Reduce Fuel Imports Ghana is taking steps to strengthen its domestic fuel supply as the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) advances plans to expand crude processing capacity, a move that could modestly increase refining output across West Africa. The state-owned refinery plans to raise production from about 28,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 45,000 bpd, representing a 61% increase. The expansion will be achieved through
Offshore Gabon Exploration Well Finds Water Instead of Oil as Etame Drilling Program Continues An exploration well drilled offshore Gabon has failed to discover hydrocarbons, according to the operator, which said the drilling was part of ongoing efforts to expand resources in the country’s offshore fields. The step-out well was drilled within the Etame Marine License, where the operator is carrying out a multi-well drilling campaign aimed at sustaining production and identifying additional reserves. Beyond
Botswana Credit Rating Cut to BBB- by S&P Global as Diamond Market Struggles Persist On Friday, S&P Global Ratings downgraded Botswana’s long-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings to “BBB-” from “BBB”, citing structural weaknesses in the global diamond market that are expected to weigh on the country’s minerals-dependent economy for longer than previously anticipated The ratings agency also lowered Botswana’s short-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings to “A-3” from “A-2” and
Nigeria Positions Itself as a Strategic Alternative in Global Oil Supply Amid Middle East Tensions Faced with persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, Nigeria is seeking to strengthen its role in the global supply of oil and gas. As Africa’s leading crude oil producer, the country is positioning itself as a credible alternative to help diversify hydrocarbon sources on international markets. In a recent media appearance, Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Maitama Tuggar called on
Libya Starts Production at Z-13 Well in Al-Bayda Field as AGOCO Expands Oil Output Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) has officially started production at the Z-13 well in the Al-Bayda Field in Libya, marking another step in the country’s efforts to increase oil output and strengthen its energy sector. The company confirmed that the well has been successfully connected to the Al-Door Production Station after maintenance teams completed the required mechanical linkage. The project included
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.
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
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
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
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,
