Angola to Privatize National Oil Company Sonangol by 2026

The Angolan government plans to privatize its National Oil Company (NOC) Sonangol by 2026, aiming to diversify its 30% stake and attract private investors. This initiative supports Sonangol’s ambition to expand operations across the oil and gas value chain and solidify its position as a competitive regional operator. The Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference, scheduled for October 2-3 in Luanda, will spotlight Sonangol’s transformation and its impact on driving oil and gas production in

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De Beers Faces Declining Rough Diamond Sales Amid Market Challenges

De Beers, the world’s largest diamond producer by value, has reported a decline in rough diamond sales for the second time this year. The Anglo American unit recorded provisional sales of $315 million, down from $383 million in the previous cycle and $456 million during the same period last year. The company attributed the drop to the quieter summer period, but analysts suggest that the diamond market continues to struggle. BMO analyst Colin Hamilton noted,

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Porto do Lobito EP Pursues Foreign Partnerships for Development

The president of the Board of Directors of Porto do Lobito EP, Celso Rosas, announced plans to forge new partnerships with international entities to secure additional financing and address developmental challenges facing the port. Rosas outlined these goals during a meeting in Lobito, Benguela province, with the team from the Committee for Foreign Affairs of the United States House of Representatives (HFAC). He expressed hope that the visit by the American deputies would validate the

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New Aluminum Processing Plant to Bring 3,000 Jobs to Bengo Province

An aluminum processing industry with an annual capacity of 100 thousand tons will be constructed in the Barra do Dande Free Trade Zone, Bengo province, at a cost of US$200 million. The initiative, led by the Chinese company Wutong Group, will occupy a 400-hectare site, according to sources from the Angola-China Chamber of Commerce reported by JA Online. The project, slated to create approximately three thousand jobs by 2027, saw its ceremonial cornerstone laid in

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Angola’s Diamond Production Surpasses 4.18 Million Carats, Focus on Mining Sector Development

Angola’s diamond production reached 4.18 million carats between January and May this year, as reported by the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas via Jornal de Angola. During the 14th thematic session “Communicate for Angola,” which centered on the Program for Development and Modernization of Geological-Mining Activities (2023/2027), Secretary of State for Mineral Resources, Jânio Correa Victor, emphasized the need to attract national and foreign investment. This initiative aims to boost diamond production and

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EU Extends “Sunrise Period” for Russian Diamond Sanctions, Introduces Concessions

The European Union has extended the “sunrise period” for sanctions on Russian diamonds by six months and introduced a significant concession regarding goods predating the new rules. According to a statement released Monday, the EU has postponed the mandatory implementation of the traceability program for imports of rough and polished natural diamonds from September 1, 2024, to March 1, 2025. This extension aims to facilitate the establishment of the G7 traceability scheme, as outlined in

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Ministry Officials Discuss National Development Plan Implementation

Officials from the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas (MIREMPET) convened on Tuesday to review objectives, goals, challenges, and strategies outlined in the National Development Plan (PDN) 2023-2027. Led by Minister Diamantino de Azevedo, the meeting included State Secretaries, national directors, Boards of Directors, supervisors of institutions, and senior managers from key companies involved in mineral and hydrocarbon resources. The details were shared by MIREMPET on Facebook.

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Etu Energias to Double Crude Oil Production by 2026

Etu Energias, formerly known as Somoil, plans to increase its current crude oil production from 25,000 to 50,000 barrels per day by 2026, announced the company’s Board of Directors President during a press briefing in Soyo. Speaking at a ceremony where 220 graduates received certificates from the Soyo Polytechnic Institute (IPS), Edson dos Santos emphasized the company’s strategic focus on profitable and sustainable growth through investments in human capital and digital technologies. As a petroleum

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Ghana’s $12 Billion Deal Paves Way for Leading Petroleum Hub in Africa

The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) has finalized a $12 billion agreement with the TCP-UIC Consortium, marking a pivotal move towards establishing Ghana as a prominent petroleum and petrochemical hub in Africa. Comprising Touchstone Capital Group Holdings Ltd., UIC Energy Ghana Ltd., China Wuhan Engineering Co. Ltd., and China Construction Third Engineering Bureau Co. Ltd., the consortium will initiate the first phase of the transformative Petroleum Hub Project. This significant development, announced today, signifies the

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Dangote Refinery Struggles with Local Crude Access, Blames Oil Majors

An executive from Dangote Refinery has accused major oil companies of hindering access to local crude by either overpricing it or claiming it’s unavailable. This situation has compelled the refinery to rely heavily on costly imports. The refinery, which represents a $20 billion investment and is set to become the largest in Africa and Europe upon reaching full capacity, commenced production in January. However, it has encountered difficulties in securing sufficient crude oil to meet

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