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Govt Weighs Alrosa’s Role in Catoca Project Amid Political Concerns

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

The Angolan government has stated that the potential withdrawal of the Russian multinational Alrosa from the Catoca project depends on ongoing political assessments, expressing confidence that there will be no prohibition on the sale of Angolan diamonds in the European Union (EU). Jânio Vitor Correia, the Secretary of Mineral Resources, clarified that while the EU is scrutinizing a partnership involving Catoca (Alrosa), diplomatic efforts are underway to address the situation. He emphasized that there is

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Diamonds Economy Local

ENDIAMA forges closer partnerships with Chinese companies in the Mining sector

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

Angola’s National Diamond Company is going to forge closer partnerships with Chinese companies to develop Angolan diamond projects. The information was given last Saturday in Beijing by the chairman of the board of directors of ENDIAMA-E.P, Ganga Júnior, on the sidelines of the Angola-China Economic Forum, held as part of the strengthening of cooperation between the two countries. ENDIAMA’s president explained that the trip to Beijing had had a “very positive” outcome, and that a

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Local News Petroleum

CNOOC Explores New Oil Opportunities in Angola

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) is sending a team of senior executives to Angola to explore fresh oil exploration prospects, according to Reuters. This move aligns with Angola’s efforts to bolster its energy partnership with China, a major creditor and a key market for its oil exports. The desire to enhance energy ties was emphasized during President Joao Lourenco’s recent visit to Beijing, as conveyed by Angolan authorities. Announcing the forthcoming delegation from CNOOC,

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Local News Oil Petroleum

Minister Diamantino Azevedo visits Chinese oil companies

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, embarked on a visit to China, where he engaged with representatives from China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) and China National Chemical Engineering Company (CNCEC) on potential collaborations. During the meetings, Azevedo, accompanied by ANPG and Sonangol officials, discussed various opportunities in Angola’s oil and mining sectors, including the exploration of oil blocks, refining, petrochemicals, and the trade of crude oil. Both parties expressed their commitment

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Diamonds Economy Local News

Angola’s Diamond Sector Faces Challenges Amid Production Decline

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

International Marketing professor Stover Ezequias and economist Paulo Santos discussed the recent 21% drop in diamond production in Angola, emphasizing the need for a strategic plan to revive the sector. Ezequias highlighted the significance of the diamond sector, constituting 96% of Angola’s mining production, and warned about potential trade deficits due to reduced export revenues. Santos attributed the decline in production to low diamond prices and decreased demand during the COVID-19 pandemic, cautioning that recovery

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International Local News

Trina Solar, SOLA, and WBHO Collaborate on 135 MW Merak 1 Solar Project

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

Solar energy provider Trina Solar, in partnership with renewable energy firms SOLA and Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO), is set to develop the 135 MW Merak 1 project. The project aims to supply solar power to mining company African Rainbow Minerals’ operations. Trina Solar will provide 205,161 panels of its Vertex modules for the Merak 1 project, while SOLA and WBHO Construction’s joint venture will oversee its execution. Zaheer Khan, Trina Solar’s Regional Director of Southern

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Local Energy News Oil Petroleum

Sonangol Invites US Investors to Explore Opportunities in Angola’s Energy Sector

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

Angola’s national oil company, Sonangol, has undergone privatization, enhancing its competitiveness and capacity as an operator. Seeking partnerships for exploration and production projects, Sonangol is reaching out to US companies. A networking event in Houston on March 19, hosted by Angola Oil & Gas 2024, presents a platform for Sonangol and US investors to connect and forge strategic alliances. Supported by key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, Sonangol, and others,

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Expos & Events International News

OPEC Secretary-General to Deliver Address at Namibia International Energy Conference 2024

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary General of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), will deliver an address at the Namibian International Energy Conference (NIEC) in Windhoek this April, sharing insight into global oil trends. The Secretary-General will be joined by a delegation from the organization, who will lead technical discussions around the outlook for oil and the potential role Namibia plays in the global market. Namibia is on track to produce its first oil from

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International Gas News

Mozambique Approves Sovereign Wealth Fund Legislation for Natural Gas Earnings

18, March, 202418, March, 2024

Mozambique’s Council of Ministers recently approved legislation for the nation’s new sovereign wealth fund, marking a pivotal step in managing the anticipated earnings from its burgeoning natural gas exports, valued at around $91.7 billion. This move aligns with Mozambique’s efforts to enhance governance and transparency, particularly crucial after facing financial scrutiny and international financing challenges since 2016. The legislation, a key component of an economic reform program supported by the International Monetary Fund, aims to

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Oil Petroleum

Brent closes the week at 85 dollars

17, March, 202417, March, 2024

The barrel of Brent oil, the reference for the North Sea and for Angola’s exports to international markets, closed the second week of this month negotiating deliveries for May at $85.35. This price attributes a positive difference of more than 20 dollars in relation to the estimated value in the OGE/2024 of 65 dollars per barrel. Although the OGE/2024 set production at a level of 1.1 million barrels/day, the most recent news estimates that the

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