BW Energy and Maurel & Prom Acquire Stakes in Angola’s Block 14 and 14K from Azule Energy BW Energy, in partnership with Maurel & Prom, has signed an agreement to acquire offshore interests in Angola from Azule Energy, marking BW Energy’s entry into the Angolan upstream sector. Under the transaction, the consortium will obtain a combined 20% non-operated interest in Block 14 and a 10% non-operated interest in Block 14K. BW Energy’s share of the
Lobito Refinery Set to Begin Production in 2027 as Sonangol Prioritizes Strategic Energy Infrastructure The construction of the Lobito refinery is a top priority for Sonangol, according to the Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo. The minister made the statement during a meeting with the Governor of Benguela, Manuel Nunes Júnior, where progress on the project was reviewed. Speaking at the meeting, Diamantino Azevedo reiterated the strategic importance of the refinery, emphasizing
CEDESA Warns of Sonangol’s Structural Decline, Urges 45% Privatization and Governance Overhaul A recent analysis by the Center for Studies of Economic and Social Development of Angola (CEDESA) warns that Sonangol, Angola’s state-owned oil company, is in structural decline and requires comprehensive reforms, including the privatization of 45 percent of its capital and the removal of political party members from management positions. The report, authored by Rui Verde, states that Sonangol’s challenges cannot be explained
Azule Energy Names Joe Murphy CEO as Company Advances Oil Exploration in Namibia Azule Energy has appointed Joe Murphy as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 December 2025. The company highlighted that Murphy brings over 20 years of global energy experience, having held senior leadership roles across BP’s major ventures and contributing to the creation of Azule Energy. Announcing the appointment, Azule noted that Murphy’s experience spans operations in the Gulf of Mexico, the
TotalEnergies Urges Namibian Suppliers to Focus on Specialised Skills for Oil and Gas Opportunities TotalEnergies EP Namibia has urged local companies seeking oil and gas opportunities to concentrate on specialised skills rather than offering broad, unfocused services. Speaking at a supplier engagement session, Veronica Mungonena, Lead Contracts and Procurement Engineer for Local Content at TotalEnergies, emphasised that companies often approach the operator asking for guidance on what they should do, instead of refining and promoting
Dangote Group to Invest US$140 Million in Walvis Bay Tank Farm, Boosting Namibia’s Energy Sector The Dangote Group is planning a major investment in Namibia, estimated at approximately N$2.6 billion (US$140 million), for the development of a petroleum tank farm at the Port of Walvis Bay. Negotiations with the Namibian government are ongoing to finalize the project’s scope. Ambassador Dr. Kaire Mbuende, Director General of Namibia’s National Planning Commission (NPC), told Namibia Mining & Energy
Namibia’s Offshore Oil Future Hinges on Multiple Final Investment Decisions, Says Subsea 7 Subsea 7 Country Manager Glenn Fraser emphasizes that Namibia’s potential to establish a sustainable offshore services industry depends on securing multiple final investment decisions (FIDs) rather than relying on a single deep-water discovery. Fraser highlighted that long-term project continuity is essential for developing local capacity in engineering, fabrication, logistics, marine operations, and subsea systems. “Achieving first oil requires US$20 to US$25 per
Dangote Dismisses Claims Trump Opposes Dangote Refinery, Confirms Strong U.S. Crude Supply Ties Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Refinery, has dismissed reports circulating on social media suggesting that United States President Donald Trump is displeased with the establishment of Africa’s largest oil refinery in Nigeria. Speaking with journalists, Dangote described the claims as baseless and inconsistent with existing commercial relationships, emphasizing that the United States remains a major supplier of crude oil to the
TotalEnergies to Sell 40% Stake in Nigerian Offshore Licenses to Chevron Subsidiary TotalEnergies has announced plans to divest a 40 percent interest in its Nigerian offshore exploration licenses, entering a new strategic partnership with a subsidiary of Chevron. The company confirmed it has signed an agreement to transfer the stake in two license areas covering approximately 2,000 square kilometers in the West Delta basin to Star Deep Water Petroleum Limited. The deal remains subject to
Kenya Targets First Commercial Oil Exports by 2026 After Approving South Lokichar Development Plan Kenya has announced plans to launch its first commercial crude oil exports by late 2026, following the government’s approval of the Field Development Plan for the South Lokichar Basin in Turkana County. Full field production is expected to be reached in the years after initial exports begin. The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has authorized Gulf Energy E&P BV to advance
