Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has begun distributing limited quantities of petroleum products to its subsidiaries in Tanzania and Uganda. Uganda’s fuel distribution network is currently dependent on Kenya, importing roughly $2 billion worth of petroleum per year, for which Kenya Pipeline Company handles at least 90% of the cargoes. As a result, UNOC has signed a five-year supply deal to import fuel directly from energy trader Vitol Bahrain for distribution to consumers. Last November,
The China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) is sending a team of senior executives to Angola to discussion opportunities in oil exploration. According to Angola’s Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, “In the coming days, a delegation from CNOOC – led by Liu Yongjie, Chairman of the CNOOC International Limited – is set to travel to Angola to start discussions around Block 24 and other oil exploration opportunities.” Located in the Southern Kwanza Basin,
The Sonangol Kulumbimbi ship has been honored in the 2023 edition of “Significant Ships,” an annual publication by the British Royal Institution of Naval Architects. This recognition celebrates vessels over 100 meters long and highlights the ship’s exceptional navigability and environmental conservation efforts. Sonangol, in collaboration with Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (HSHI), has constructed the Sonangol Kulumbimbi with a strong focus on innovation and environmental responsibility. Measuring 274 meters in length, 48 meters in width,
The price of gasoline in South Africa will increase in April. Diesel (diesel), however, will see some reduction. The department responsible for the measures attributed the adjustments to the increase in average international prices for gasoline products For this reason, April will be a mixed month for South African motorists in terms of fuel prices, with petrol rising, while the cost of diesel will increase or decrease slightly, depending on whether you live inland or
Heitor Carvalho, Director of the Economic Research Center at the Lusíada University of Angola (CINVESTEC), emphasized the urgent need for new oil investments to prevent a potential shortage of crude oil by 2033. Speaking during the presentation of the Economic Report for the Third Quarter of 2023 in Huambo, Carvalho warned that Angola faces the risk of oil depletion within the next nine years if proactive measures are not taken to develop new reserves. Carvalho
On Wednesday, Luanda witnessed the inauguration of Angola’s inaugural Venture Capital Company, PetroFund, with an impressive fund of $250 million aimed at bolstering projects within the country’s oil and gas industry. Minister of Planning, Victor Hugo Guilherme, hailed PetroFund, SA as a significant milestone, showcasing the private sector’s response to governmental initiatives. Guilherme stressed the importance of supporting and financing local content companies operating in the oil sector, signaling a positive stride towards private sector
The price of Brent oil, a crucial benchmark for Angola’s exports, has remained steady at around $85 per barrel over the past ten days. During this period, there have been instances where barrels were sold at prices as high as $87. This current price level far exceeds the reference price of $65 per barrel set in Angola’s 2024 General State Budget, resulting in an extraordinary income of $20 per barrel. Despite slight fluctuations, such as
Sonangol, the Angolan state-owned oil company, has announced an extension of the deadline for the submission of proposals for the Public Tender for the Concession of the Exploration of the Porto Amboim Estaleiros Navais (Paenal) Facilities. Initially set for March 30th, the new deadline is now May 31st. The tender, introduced in mid-December, is part of Sonangol’s restructuring strategy aimed at broadening the company’s activities. This expansion plan includes the repair, maintenance, and manufacturing of
The Cabinda Refinery, slated to process 60 thousand barrels of oil per day starting December this year, received a significant investment last year from the Fund for the Development of Exports in Africa (FEDA), backed by the continental bank Afrexim. The investment is part of a broader initiative to enhance exports, spearheaded by funds established by the African Export and Import Bank (Afrexim), which have amassed over $450 million for investment in various sectors, including
The Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute (IRDP) has issued Instruction 001/2024 to identify the sources of international reference prices (Platts) for crude oil and natural gas-derived products in the second quarter of this year. The instruction applies to various aspects including the refining of crude oil, imports, logistics, distribution, and marketing of gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and liquefied petroleum gas, excluding fuel, bitumen, and lubricants. According to the document, from April to June, diesel and kerosene will
