BRILHO Programme Empowers 2.2 Million Mozambicans with Renewable Energy Access

The BRILHO Programme, designed to foster sustainability and provide universal access to clean energy, has benefitted over 2.2 million Mozambicans in the first quarter of this year. According to program officials, 1,332,230 individuals have gained access to solar systems, while 920,790 people have benefited from improved cooking solutions, resulting in a reduction of over 560,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions. In addition to providing clean energy access, the BRILHO Programme has facilitated economic empowerment by

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Nigerian Regulator Offers Quicker Exit Option for Oil Majors Facing Regulatory Hurdles

Major oil companies like ExxonMobil and Shell, seeking to exit Nigeria’s onshore oil sector due to security concerns, may receive expedited approval by taking responsibility for spills, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). At a meeting in Abuja, NUPRC chief Gbenga Komolafe proposed a short-term option for faster approval if companies commit to cleaning up spills and compensating affected communities. This option could significantly shorten the approval process, currently slated for June.

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Camtel and Angola Cables Collaborate to Boost Digital Connectivity in West Africa

Cameroon’s leading telecommunications operator, Camtel, and Angola’s multinational telecommunications and technology company, Angola Cables, have joined forces to enhance digital connectivity across West Africa and the Atlantic region. This strategic partnership capitalizes on the extensive network of subsea cable connections, including the South Atlantic Cable System, West Africa Cable System, Monet, and the South Atlantic Inter Link, to strengthen redundancy and network resilience while elevating service quality. By leveraging these robust infrastructure assets, businesses throughout

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ExxonMobil Concludes Successful Drilling at Likembe-01 Well Offshore Angola

Energy giant ExxonMobil has wrapped up drilling operations at the Likembe-01 research well located in Block 15 offshore Angola. The drilling, which took place from February to April 2024, has yielded promising results, indicating the presence of high-quality hydrocarbon-bearing sand packages. Situated within the Kizomba B development area, operated by ExxonMobil in collaboration with national oil company Sonangol, Equinor, and Azule Energy, the Likembe-01 well reached a water depth of 3,013 meters. This milestone marks

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NUPRC Launches 2024 Licensing Round to Boost Nigeria’s Oil Sector

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has kicked off its highly anticipated 2024 licensing round, presenting a diverse portfolio of oil blocks that includes both onshore and offshore assets. This licensing round offers a strategic opportunity for domestic and international companies to engage in exploration and production activities, thereby contributing to the development of Nigeria’s oil and gas reserves while enhancing the country’s energy security and economic prosperity. With 12 oil blocks on offer,

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Masen Launches Tender for Nassim Nord Wind Farm Complex in Morocco

The Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (Masen) has announced a tender for the construction of the Nassim Nord wind farm complex, marking a significant step forward in Morocco’s renewable energy expansion efforts. Aligned with Morocco’s ambitious renewable energy targets, which aim for renewables to make up at least 52% of the electricity mix by 2030, the Nassim Nord project is part of the country’s broader strategy. This strategy includes flagship projects like Noor Midelt, integrating

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Chevron Initiates Sale of Nigerian Offshore Oil and Gas Blocks to Focus on U.S. Expansion

Chevron, the U.S. energy giant, has launched the sale of its interests in two Nigerian offshore oil and gas blocks as part of its strategy to divest aging assets and prioritize its growing U.S. production. The company is offering its 40 percent stakes in Oil Mining Lease (OML) 86 and OML 88, located in shallow-water areas, with current production levels at around 6,200 barrels of oil equivalent per day. The move reflects a broader trend

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Nigeria Boosts Oil Production with New Niger Delta Field

Nigeria has launched oil production from a new field in the Niger Delta, aiming to increase its crude output by 40,000 barrels per day (bpd) by the end of May. This development marks a significant step for Africa’s leading oil producer in meeting domestic energy needs and driving economic growth. The upstream subsidiary of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), NNPC Exploration and Production Limited, along with Natural Oilfield Services Ltd (NOSL), a subsidiary of

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AGOCO Successfully Reactivates Nine Wells in As Sidra Oil Field

The Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) has successfully reactivated nine wells in the As Sidra Oil Field, significantly boosting production. According to the National Oil Corporation (NOC), this achievement is expected to add approximately 4,000 barrels of crude oil per day to the field’s output. The NOC detailed the technical repairs in a statement released on Sunday. These included fixing faults in the high-pressure electricity network that supplies four wells (C-178, C-221A, C-227, and C-242)

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88 Energy to Launch 200-Line-Kilometer Seismic Survey in Namibia’s Owambo Basin

88 Energy plans to initiate a 200-line-kilometer 2D seismic survey in Namibia’s Owambo Basin mid-year. This new survey aims to refine prospective closures within its expansive 18,500-square-kilometer claim under Petroleum Exploration Licence 93 (PEL 93), which borders Angola, a prominent oil-producing nation. The initiative is supported by existing 2D seismic data and soil gas sampling, which validate the presence of hydrocarbon-producing source rocks. The company anticipates that the new seismic data could lead to drilling

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