The Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum, and Gas (MIREMPET) will host a Public Consultation on October 21st in Luanda to gather input on the Natural Gas Master Plan (PDG). This plan is a strategic framework designed to develop a comprehensive value chain in Angola’s natural gas sector, aiming to maximize socioeconomic benefits while minimizing environmental impacts. The development of the PDG is a key priority of the National Development Plan (PDN) 2023-2027. According to an
The Nigerian government has initiated discussions with Libya regarding a potential gas pipeline linking the two nations. Nigeria’s Minister of Petroleum (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, announced this during a meeting with Libya’s Minister of Oil, Dr. Khalifa AbduAlsadik, at the Gastech Exhibition and Conference 2024 in Houston, USA. Ekpo stated that the proposed gas pipeline would start in Nigeria and extend to Libya, aiming to enhance energy cooperation between the two countries. He shared the update
On Thursday, September 19, 2024, Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announced plans to restore natural gas production by next summer as the government works to resolve its outstanding debts to production companies. At a news conference, Madbouly explained that declining production was linked to arrears but did not specify the amount owed or the timeline for repayment. In March, sources told Reuters that the government had earmarked up to $1.5 billion to settle debts with
The $550 million Ubeta Upstream Gas Project, a joint venture between NNPC Ltd. and TotalEnergies, has officially commenced, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s energy sector. Announced by the Presidency, the project aims to enhance Nigeria’s gas production and strengthen energy security, targeting an output of 350 million standard cubic feet of gas per day when fully operational. Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President on Energy, shared this update during the inaugural US-Nigeria Strategic
Mozambique’s presidential candidates are advocating for the renegotiation of contracts related to the nation’s major projects with developers, a move that could potentially delay the construction of liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities by TotalEnergies SE and ExxonMobil Corp. Daniel Chapo, the candidate from the ruling Liberation Front of Mozambique (Frelimo), expressed last month that contract revisions should be conducted on a case-by-case basis. This sentiment has been echoed by candidates from three opposition parties, sparking
The review of Angola’s General Electricity Law, recently approved by the Council of Ministers, will soon pave the way for private sector participation in energy transmission once it receives approval from the National Assembly. This announcement was made by the Minister of Energy and Water, João Baptista Borges, during the opening of the 13th Consultative Council of the sector, held in Luanda. Borges emphasized that this development is critical for advancing cross-border energy interconnection projects
Eskom and Sasol have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore the introduction of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a replacement for natural gas imports from southern Mozambique, which are expected to decline significantly by 2027. The MoU was signed by Eskom CEO Dan Marokane and Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi during a ceremony at Eskom’s Megawatt Park, attended by Electricity and Energy Minister Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. In early September, Sasol announced that the decline
Angola’s National Diamond Company (Endiama) estimates the country’s diamond reserves at 732 million carats, potentially generating $140 billion for the state at an average price of $200 per carat. Miguel Vemba, Director of Mining Operations at Endiama, emphasized that over 90% of these reserves are located in primary deposits. Speaking at the 10th UNESCO African Engineering Week & African Engineering Conference in Luanda, Vemba stressed the need for efficient recovery mechanisms, including the use of
Sonangol will begin paying interest on Coupon No. 2 for holders of the “Sonangol 2023-2028” Bonds on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Initially scheduled for Saturday, September 14, the payment date was adjusted in accordance with business day conventions outlined in the bond prospectus. A total of 6.6 billion kwanzas will be disbursed, subject to withholding of the Capital Investment Tax, based on the applicable tax regulations in force at the time of payment. According to
Shell International Plc has received approval from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) to sell its onshore assets to Renaissance, a consortium of Nigerian and international companies, in a deal valued at $1.3 billion. The sale includes Shell’s 75-year-old onshore oil assets, which will boost Nigeria’s oil production and government revenue while supporting naira stability and advancing gas development initiatives. The final approval, however, rests with President Bola Tinubu, who also serves as Nigeria’s
