Othman Shabani, Zanzibar's Blue Economy and Fisheries Minister, recently announced an initiative to encourage international oil and gas companies to participate in the bidding process for two new blocks in the region. This call for bids, which closes on December 16, follows a successful assessment of the area previously known as the Pemba block, now divided into Z1 and Z2. Shabani emphasized the importance of this opportunity for investors, highlighting Zanzibar's ongoing efforts to attract global participation in its oil and gas sector.
To promote these available blocks, Zanzibar has actively engaged in international oil and gas conferences in Britain, Norway, and the United States. Additionally, two upcoming conferences in South Africa are aimed at further attracting potential investors. The government’s strategy is to create a favorable environment for exploration and extraction, aiming to develop these resources sustainably while fostering international partnerships.
The minister defended the negotiation method employed, aligning it with Zanzibar’s Development Vision 2050 and various strategic documents, including the CCM Election Manifesto and the Blue Economy Policy. This framework underscores the government's commitment to collaborating with international firms to explore oil and natural gas resources responsibly and effectively.
Shabani also provided an update on the first round of offshore block allocations launched on March 20, which included eight blocks. The government has conducted a significant promotional campaign to attract international companies, addressing challenges they may face in preparing their proposals. With a strong record of stability and good governance, Zanzibar positions itself as an attractive destination for investment in the oil and gas sector, seeking mutually beneficial partnerships with global firms.
The discussions took place during the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, which started today in Baku, Azerbaijan.
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The Rovuma LNG project in Mozambique is nearing production and export, with McDermott awarded the front-end engineering design contract to develop a liquefied gas export terminal aimed at producing 18 million tons of LNG annually. Despite previous delays, the project is seen as a significant opportunity for economic growth in East Africa, with partnerships involving major companies like ExxonMobil, Eni, and China National Oil Corp.
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Sudan invited Saudi Arabia to collaborate in the oil and gas sectors, particularly in the Red Sea region. The two countries aim to strengthen ties through joint energy projects, with a focus on investments and partnerships with companies like Aramco.
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Tanzania has licensed ARA Petroleum to develop the Ntorya gas field, marking its first natural gas project approval in 13 years. Production is expected to start soon, contributing to the country's energy development plans.
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EWURA (The Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority) is hosting meetings of the Subcommittees of the Southern African Energy Regulators Association (RERA).
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The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko, has stated that the government will continue to attract investors for the exploration and extraction of oil and gas in the country to ensure Tanzanians benefit from the available resources.
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Congo's first liquefied natural gas (LNG) project has achieved key milestones, marking significant progress toward enhancing domestic electricity generation and expanding export capacity, particularly to energy-hungry Europe.
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The Deputy Minister of Energy, Hon. Judith Kapinga, stated that for the financial year 2024/2025, the government, through the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC), is constructing CNG refueling stations for vehicles in Dar es Salaam region (two) and Pwani region (one).
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko has received a government share of more than 4.35 billion shillings from Tanzania - Zambia (TAZAMA).
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The construction of the mother CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Station at the University of Dar Es Salaam has reached 33.5 percent.
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TPDC, TIC and TFRA have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with ESSA company from Indonesia
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Government to collaborate with stakeholders to provide access to Clean Cooking Energy to rural areas
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A United Arab Emirates-based company has taken the lead in Uganda's pivotal oil refinery project.
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Government to strengthen oil depots in the country.
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CS Davis Chirchir welcomed the U.S. Department of Energy Deputy Secretary David Turk, accompanied by U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman, for a courtesy visit to further the strong bilateral partnerships between the United States and Kenya.
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Hon. Dr. Isdory Mpango, Vice President of the Republic of the Union of Tanzania handed over a shield of honor to TPDC for recognizing it as the main sponsor in the ongoing FIDIC Meeting JNICC- Dar Es Salaam.
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In line with continuing to strengthen discipline in performance, control misuse of public funds, strengthen revenue collection and establish a friendly environment for doing business and investment as well as provide tax relief to investors in the domestic industries and initiate the implementation of the Regulatory System Improvement Plan Businessmen in Tanzania.
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It is an award to recognize the contribution of a woman who has done well in energy, environment and sustainable sector.
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The President of the Republic of the Union of Tanzania Hon. Samia Suluhu Hassan addressing various leaders, energy stakeholders and participants in the International Conference on Clean Energy for Africa
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Councilor of Songo Songo County, Lindi Province, Hon. Hassan Swalehe Yusuph has congratulated the High Stream Petroleum Control Authority (PURA) for the good management of Community Responsibility Projects (CSR) carried out by companies producing natural gas in Songo Songo Island.
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The Parliamentary Committee for Public Capital Investments (PIC) is satisfied with the steps reached in the implementation of the construction of the East African Crude Oil Transport Pipeline Project-EACOP immediately after concluding a visit to visit and inspect the progress of the construction of Chongoleani oil storage station in Tanga city.
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The parliament of the republic of the Union has approved the budget of sh. 1.8 trillion from the Ministry of Energy for the financial year 2024/25.
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The Director-General of the Rural Energy Agency (REA), Engineer Hassan Saidy, together with the Commissioner-General of the Prisons Department, Mzee Nyamka, today on April 9, 2024, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the Implementation of the Clean Cooking Energy Infrastructure Construction Program in 129 prisons in Mainland Tanzania.
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Deputy Minister of Energy Judith Kapinga has stated that the government through the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) continues to implement various natural gas distribution projects in Dar es Salaam region.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Dr. Doto Biteko, today on April 3, 2024, met and held discussions with the Chairperson of the International Initiative for Transparency and Accountability in Extractive Industries (EITI) from Norway, Ms. Helen Clark, who praised Tanzania for its effective management of these vital resources.
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Deputy Minister of Energy, Hon. Judith Kapinga, has urged investors from various countries (USA) to invest in the energy sector in the country, including areas such as clean cooking energy, renewable energy, and gas, to continue driving development in various fields.
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The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Dr. Doto Biteko, has launched a factory for installing insulation and heat preservation systems in pipes that will transport crude oil from Hoima in Uganda to Chongoleani in Tanga, Tanzania, through the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Project.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Hon. Dr. Biteko, has directed the Ministry of Energy executives to establish a special unit for the management of Clean Cooking Energy to effectively implement the Clean Cooking Energy agenda, ensuring it goes beyond just preparing and participating in conferences but also leads to concrete actions.
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The Permanent Parliamentary Committee on Energy and Minerals has conducted a tour of various industries in Dar es Salaam to inspect the natural gas distribution infrastructure used in industries that utilize natural gas as energy.
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Members of the Parliamentary Permanent Committee on Energy and Minerals have continued their inspection tour of various energy projects.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko (center), in a group photo with the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy of Zambia (responsible for Technical Services), Peter Mumba (second from the left), after their meeting aimed at discussing various energy issues between the two countries.
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Leaders of the Rural Energy Agency (REA) led by the Chairman of the Rural Energy Board (REB); Ambassador and Retired Major General Jacob Kingu, Director General Engineer Hassan Saidy, and Director of Alternative and Renewable Energy Technologies, Engineer Advera Mwijage, today, on March 9, 2024, participated in the Clean Cooking Energy Conference, which coincided with the culmination of the International Women's Day (2024) celebrations at the Jakaya Kikwete Conference Hall in Dodoma City.
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Equinor (EQNR.OL), Shell (SHEL.L) and Exxon Mobil (XOM.) have agreed a deal with the government of Tanzania for the development of a liquefied natural gas
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International Energy Companies (IEC) that are involved in negotiations with the government of Tanzania on the LNG project have said that there has been a breakthrough in talks between the two sides.
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The LPG depot, which has a capacity of 3,000 metric tons of LPG and is the largest in Tanga in terms of LPG storage, is intended to serve the Tanga region as well as neighboring countries
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Chinese and African banks are anticipated to provide $1.8 billion in funding for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (Eacop) project. The project, which aims to transport Uganda's oil from the Lake Albert oilfields to the Tanzanian port of Tanga, will be financed primarily through debt financing.
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Tanzania's liquefied natural gas (LNG) project cost rises to $42 billion, surpassing initial estimates and making it the largest energy project in eastern and southern Africa.
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Kampuni ya ARA Petroleum Tanzania Ltd imeeleza kuwa kazi ya uchukuaji wa data za mitetemo za 3D katika Kitalu cha Ruvuma kilichopo Halmashauri ya Wilaya ya Mtwara imekamilika kwa asilimia 100.
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SERIKALI YAAHIDI KUJENGA VITUO 15 VYA KUPOZA UMEME.
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Serikali inaangalia njia mbadala za uagizaji wa mafuta
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Serikali Yaendelea Kusambaza Gesi Asilia Majumbani
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Tanzania inakadiriwa kuwa na mita trilioni 230 za ujazo za gesi asilia, ingawa zilizothibitishwa mpaka sasa ni futi trilioni 57.5, hivyo kuiweka kwenye ramani ya dunia ikishika nafasi ya 82.
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