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Rio Tinto’s Diamond Production Rises as Underground Mining Advances

21, January, 202521, January, 2025

Rio Tinto reported an 18% year-on-year increase in diamond output for the fourth quarter of 2023, reaching 775,000 carats. The rise follows efforts to ramp up production after addressing ground subsidence issues and transitioning to underground mining at the Diavik mine’s A21 pit. The miner completed the first phase of underground development at A21, where open-pit operations concluded in late 2023. Rio Tinto is now scaling up processing in the area to achieve commercial production.

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Local News Transport and Logistics

EU Commits to Supporting Sustainable Development of Lobito Corridor

21, January, 202521, January, 2025

The European Union (EU) has expressed its interest in participating in the development of the Lobito Corridor, recognizing its potential for sustainable and inclusive economic diversification, including increased household income in the region. Sylvie Millot, Head of the EU’s Southern Africa and Indian Ocean Unit, confirmed this on Friday in Benguela, following a courtesy meeting with the provincial governor of Benguela. She emphasized that the Lobito Corridor is a key priority for the EU in

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Local News Transport and Logistics

AIA Calls for Feasibility Study to Enhance Lobito Corridor’s Economic Impact

21, January, 202521, January, 2025

Members of the Angolan Industrial Association (AIA) have emphasized the importance of conducting a feasibility study for the construction of connection branches between key large-scale production centers and the Lobito Corridor. This initiative is seen as a priority to maximize the economic benefits of this significant infrastructure, which serves both the Angolan economy and the southern region of Africa. The message was conveyed by the president of the association, José Severino, who outlined the vast

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Corporate News International

Chevron’s Kapana 1-X Exploration Well in Namibia Yields No Commercial Hydrocarbons

20, January, 202520, January, 2025

Harmattan Energy, an indirect subsidiary of Chevron, recently drilled the Kapana 1-X exploration well in Namibia’s Orange Basin, but the well did not yield commercial quantities of hydrocarbons. Despite this, the operation provided valuable geological insights, enhancing confidence in future exploration efforts in the region. Chevron had previously obtained an Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) from Namibia’s Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, enabling it to spud up to ten wells in the country over the

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Corporate News International Oil

Eni CEO Pledges Expanded LNG Operations in Mozambique

20, January, 202520, January, 2025

Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi has assured Mozambican President Daniel Chapo of plans to expand the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project in the Rovuma Basin, elevating Mozambique’s presence on the global LNG stage. In a congratulatory letter following Chapo’s inauguration, Descalzi reaffirmed Eni’s commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with Mozambique. He emphasized the company’s dedication to supporting Mozambique’s long-term development through local content initiatives, energy transition efforts, and the implementation of the Coral Norte FLNG

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International Gas Oil

Global Energy Giants Drive Expansion in Libya’s Oil and Gas Sector

20, January, 202520, January, 2025

Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) and global energy companies TotalEnergies, Eni, OMV, Repsol, and Nabors unveiled ambitious strategies to enhance oil and gas production during the Libya Energy & Economic Summit 2025, held on January 18. TotalEnergies highlighted its exploration progress in Libya’s Sirte and Murzuq basins.“Libya holds 40% of Africa’s reserves, yet much remains untapped,” stated Julien Pouget, Senior Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa. The company plans to finalize an

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Corporate News Diamonds Local

Endiama Targets 14.8 Million Carats and $2.1 Billion Revenue by 2025 Amid Market Challenges

20, January, 202520, January, 2025

The Angolan National Diamond Company (Endiama) aims to produce 14.8 million carats of diamonds and generate $2.1 billion in revenue by 2025, according to its chairman, José Ganga Junior. Speaking during the company’s 44th anniversary, Ganga Junior acknowledged ongoing challenges in the diamond market, including significant price reductions and sluggish demand. Diamond prices have dropped by more than 60% in some cases, with the average price per carat estimated at $146 for this year. Currently,

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Diamonds Exploration International Mining Projects

Botswana Diamonds Advances Exploration with New Prospecting License Applications

20, January, 202520, January, 2025

London-listed Botswana Diamonds has applied for three new prospecting licences to secure key anomalies identified by its recent AI-driven exploration programme. In December, the company’s AI analysis pinpointed seven kimberlite anomalies. Botswana Diamonds already holds a licence over one of these targets and has now applied for licences covering three additional anomalies. The newly identified areas are located in: One particularly promising anomaly lies south-west of Debswana’s Jwaneng mine. Its signatures suggest the presence of

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International Corporate News Oil

Dangote Refinery Nears Full Capacity Amid Crude Supply Challenges

20, January, 202520, January, 2025

The $20 billion Dangote Refinery is on track to achieve its full refining capacity of 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) in the coming months. According to recent disclosures from refinery officials, the facility is currently processing 500,000 bpd and aims to reach its maximum capacity by June this year. A significant obstacle preventing the refinery from hitting its full capacity has been the insufficient supply of crude oil from the Nigerian market. To address this

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International News Oil

Rwanda Announces First Oil Discovery in Lake Kivu

19, January, 202519, January, 2025

Rwanda has confirmed its first-ever oil discovery, identifying 13 reservoirs in Lake Kivu, which lies along its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). “We have oil,” announced Francis Kamanzi, CEO of the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board, during a parliamentary hearing, as reported by local media outlet Igihe. The discovery follows more than a decade of exploration efforts in the lake. Kamanzi expressed optimism about uncovering additional reserves, noting the significant oil

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