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Petrobras and Sonangol Forge Strategic R&D Partnership in Oil and Gas

Brazilian state-owned energy giant Petrobras has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Angola’s national oil company, Sonangol, to collaborate on research and development in the oil and gas sector. The agreement was formalized during Angolan President João Lourenço’s state visit to Brazil in May 2025, which focused on deepening trade and energy ties between the two nations. Both President Lourenço and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral

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India and Angola Deepen Strategic Ties with Energy, Defence, and Tech Agreements

India and Angola have agreed to significantly expand their strategic partnership, signing multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) covering energy, defence, digital infrastructure, space technology, and more. The agreements coincided with Angolan President João Lourenço’s landmark state visit to India—the first by an Angolan head of state in 38 years. During delegation-level talks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the visit as “historic,” noting its importance in deepening not just India-Angola relations, but also broader India-Africa cooperation.

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Venezuela and Angola Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation in Energy and Mining

Venezuela and Angola have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation in energy and mining, as announced by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil. The announcement followed a telephone conversation between Gil and Angolan Foreign Minister Tete António on Friday. In his statement on Instagram, Gil congratulated Angola for assuming the Presidency of the African Union, acknowledging this achievement in the year marking the 50th anniversary of Angola’s independence. He also emphasized that both nations are working

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Ghana and São Tomé Leaders Discuss Oil and Gas Cooperation

On Friday, 21 February, Ghana’s President John Mahama welcomed President Carlos Manuel Vila Nova of São Tomé to Accra for a two-day working visit aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation between the two nations. The discussions primarily centered on oil and gas production, a sector in which both countries have shared experiences. In attendance at the meeting were Ghana’s Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, National Security Advisor Prosper Bani, and Foreign Affairs Minister Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa,

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Sasol Partners with De Beers and Anglo American for Renewable Diesel Pilot in South Africa

Sasol, an integrated energy and chemical company, has signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with diamond company De Beers and global mining giant Anglo American to launch a renewable diesel pilot project in South Africa. The initiative aims to evaluate the commercial and technical viability of producing renewable diesel. The project will use Solaris and Moringa crops to produce vegetable oil, which will then serve as feedstock for Sasol’s existing facilities, designed to produce low-cost

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Angola and Oman Forge Energy and Mining Partnerships

Angola and Oman have signed a landmark agreement and two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to strengthen collaboration in the energy and mining sectors. The agreement, finalized during Angolan President João Lourenço’s official visit to Oman on December 19, grants Oman a stake in Angola’s Catoca and Luele diamond mines, two of the country’s significant mining assets. The first MoU establishes a framework for cooperation in energy development, while the second focuses on exploring strategic financing

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VAALCO and Borr Drilling Partnership Highlights Africa’s Growing Offshore Energy Potential

Houston-based VAALCO Energy has signed a contract with UK-based Borr Drilling to provide a jack-up rig for its 2025/2026 drilling program off the coast of Gabon. This partnership signals a rise in offshore drilling activity across Africa and reflects the increasing trend of international collaboration in the continent’s energy sector. As the energy landscape evolves, the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris next May will provide a vital platform for fostering such

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Local Economy Partnerships

Angola and South Africa Strengthen Economic Ties During President Lourenço’s Visit

Angolan President João Lourenço visited South Africa last week to strengthen economic ties and explore strategic partnerships between the two nations. The visit aimed to enhance bilateral trade and investment, focusing on key sectors such as energy, mining, infrastructure, and logistics. Discussions centered on maximizing the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement, advancing mineral beneficiation strategies, and leveraging Angola’s Lobito Trans-Africa Corridor as a model for regional integration. Both countries also explored cross-border

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Angola and DRC Sign Enhanced Agreement for Offshore Block 14 Development

Angola’s Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas and the Ministry of Hydrocarbons of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have signed a revised agreement for the co-development of offshore Block 14. The agreement was formalized during the opening ceremony of the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 conference in Luanda on October 2, with Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, and DRC’s Minister of Hydrocarbons, Aime Sakombi Molendo, in

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South Sudan Partners with China’s Sokec to Modernize Oil Industry

China’s Shengli Oilfield Keer Engineering and Construction Company (Sokec) has signed a landmark agreement with South Sudan’s state-owned Nile Petroleum Corporation (Nilepet) to construct modern oil refinery and storage facilities in the country. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Sokec President Wu Song and Nilepet Managing Director Muhammad Lino Benjamin. This agreement marks the beginning of Sokec’s investment in South Sudan, the youngest nation in Africa. Benjamin praised Sokec for its contributions to

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