Shell Weighs $20bn Investment in Nigeria’s Bonga South West Offshore Oil Project

Shell Considers $20 Billion Offshore Oil Investment in Nigeria’s Bonga South West Field Shell Plc and its partners in Nigeria are evaluating development options for the Bonga South West deepwater oil project, an offshore asset that could attract up to $20 billion in investment if it reaches a final investment decision (FID), according to Shell’s chief executive officer, Wael Sawan. Speaking in a video shared by Nigeria’s presidency, Sawan said Shell is working closely with

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GNPC Explorco Prepares to Launch Oil Exploration in Ghana’s Northern Region

GNPC Explorco to Begin Crude Oil Exploration in Ghana’s Voltaian Basin in 2026 GNPC Explorco, the exploration and production subsidiary of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), is preparing to commence crude oil exploration in Ghana’s Northern Region as part of a broader strategy to expand the country’s energy sector and support economic growth. The planned exploration will focus on the Voltaian Basin, which covers large parts of the Northern Region and is widely believed

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Sintana Energy Secures Exclusive Negotiation Rights for Offshore Namibia Block

Sintana Energy Wins Exclusivity to Negotiate Stake in Namibia’s Walvis Basin PEL 37 Sintana Energy has secured exclusive rights to negotiate a potential investment in a large offshore exploration licence in Namibia’s Walvis Basin, strengthening its footprint in one of the world’s most closely watched emerging oil provinces. The company said it has signed a letter of intent granting exclusivity until 30 April 2026 to negotiate an indirect interest in Petroleum Exploration Licence (PEL) 37.

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Chevron Returns to Libya with New Oil and Gas Exploration Agreement

Chevron Signs MoU with Libya’s NOC to Assess New Oil and Gas Opportunities Energy major Chevron has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) to evaluate potential oil and gas exploration and development opportunities, supporting the country’s efforts to boost hydrocarbon production. The agreement was signed during the opening ceremony of the Libya Energy and Economic Summit 2026 in Tripoli on Saturday. It was formalised by NOC Chairman Masoud Suleiman

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India Deepens Shift Away from Russian Oil with Increased Crude Purchases from Angola

Indian Oil Buys Angolan Crude as India Accelerates Move Away from Russian Oil Supplies India’s largest refiner, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), has purchased about two million barrels of crude oil for March delivery as it accelerates a strategic shift away from Russian supplies and deepens sourcing from Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. The purchases underscore Angola’s growing importance in India’s crude import mix, helping New Delhi reduce its reliance on Russian oil amid

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Angola Opens First Operational Vehicle Assembly Plant in Drive to Revive Manufacturing

Angola Launches First Vehicle Assembly Plant as Opaia Group Moves to Cut Import Dependence Angola has taken a significant step towards rebuilding its industrial base with the opening of its first fully operational vehicle assembly plant, signalling renewed efforts to reduce the country’s heavy reliance on imported cars and buses. The facility, officially launched in Luanda by the privately owned Opaia Group, marks the return of vehicle production to the oil-rich southern African nation after

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Angola’s Polished Diamond Exports Surge in 2025 Despite Global Price Pressures

Angola Polished Diamond Exports More Than Double in 2025 as Volumes and Revenues Rise Angola’s polished diamond exports more than doubled in 2025, recording strong growth in both volumes and total export value despite a decline in average prices, according to a statement released by the country’s national diamond trading company, Sodiam, on January 26. Sodiam reported that between January 1 and December 31, 2025, Angola exported 23,300 carats of polished diamonds at an average

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De Beers Launches Jewellery Collection Featuring Ethically Sourced Artisanal Diamonds

De Beers Unveils GemFair Capsule Jewellery Collection Showcasing Ethically Sourced Artisanal Diamonds Diamond mining company De Beers Group, through its GemFair programme and luxury jewellery brand De Beers London, has announced the launch of a capsule jewellery collection featuring ethically sourced artisanal diamonds. In a media release issued on January 23, De Beers said the launch marks the first time GemFair’s ethically sourced, artisanal-mined diamonds have been incorporated into fine jewellery, bringing their story of

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Zambia’s Ambassador Attends Angola Diplomatic New Year Ceremony, Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Zambia Ambassador in Angola Attends Diplomatic New Year Ceremony, Boosts Regional Cooperation Zambia’s Ambassador to the Republic of Angola, His Excellency Reverend Dr. Elias Munshya, attended the New Year Greetings Ceremony of the Diplomatic Corps hosted by Angolan President João Lourenço in Luanda. The ceremony, held at the Protocol Complex of the Angolan Presidency, brought together members of the diplomatic community accredited to Angola. During the event, President Lourenço reaffirmed Angola’s commitment to peace, regional

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Botswana Diamonds Secures New Licences to Expand into Copper and Gold Exploration

Botswana Diamonds Enters Copper and Gold Exploration with 7,000 km² of New Licences in Botswana AIM- and BSE-listed Botswana Diamonds has announced the award of eight prospecting licences covering approximately 7,000 km² in north-western Botswana, marking a potential entry into the copper and gold sectors. The licences, which are valid until December 31, 2028, were selected following an extensive AI-driven assessment of the company’s Botswana-focused exploration database, which spans about 95,000 km². The analysis incorporated

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