Energy Policy & Regulation
RUSSIA SLASHES LNG PRICES FOR CHINA AS SANCTIONS BITE.
Chinese buyers are snapping up deeply discounted Russian LNG after Novatek cut prices by up to 40%, ending months of unsold cargoes from the heavily sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project. The move highlights how Western sanctions are struggling to contain Moscow’s energy revenues as Beijing steps in with state-backed support. Meanwhile, Washington faces a dilemma over enforcing its own measures without jeopardising U.S. China energy ambitions.
- 2 weeks
SHARES IN OMAN’S OQEP RECOVER AFTER POOR DEBUT
Shares in Oman’s OQ Exploration and Production (OQEP) rebounded on Tuesday following a sharp slump during their debut on the Muscat Stock Exchange a day earlier.
- 3 months
QATAR’S AL MANSOUR TO INVEST $20BN IN MOZAMBIQUE.
Qatari investment firm Al Mansour Holding has signed a $20 billion partnership agreement with Mozambique to support sectors the government is prioritising including energy and agriculture, President Daniel Chapo’s office said.
- 3 months, 1 week
AL MANSOUR BUYS STAKE IN AUSTRALIA’S INVICTUS ENERGY.
Al Mansour Holdings (AMH), owned by a member of the Qatari royal family, will take a 19.9 percent stake in Australia-listed Invictus Energy and will provide financial support for the latter’s natural gas project in Zimbabwe.
- 3 months, 1 week
SANTOS EXTENDS EXCLUSIVITY FOR $19BN ADNOC-LED OFFER.
Australian gas producer Santos on Monday agreed to further extend the exclusivity period for an $18.7 billion takeover bid from a group led by Abu Dhabi National Oil Co (Adnoc).
- 3 months, 1 week
TRENDING READS: GAS, GROWTH AND A STALLED MEGAMERGER.
Billion-dollar gas deals, stalled takeovers, and new growth ambitions are reshaping the energy map this week.
- 3 months, 1 week
U.S. DOE CHAMPIONS LPG SOLUTIONS FOR GLOBAL CLEAN COOKING.
While more than one billion people have recently gained access to clean cooking, mainly through LPG, close to two billion still rely on polluting fuels.
- 3 months, 2 weeks
RISING ENERGY DEMAND AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS FUEL CABLE GLANDS MARKET EXPANSION.
The global cable glands market is poised to reach $4.5 billion by 2032, up from $2.4 billion in 2022, growing at a robust CAGR of 6.8% from 2023 to 2032, according to Allied Market Research. This growth is driven by the rising demand across the oil & gas, construction, and IT sectors.
- 3 months, 2 weeks
KENYA’S CLEAN ENERGY DRIVE GAINS MOMENTUM ALONGSIDE OIL AMBITIONS.
Kenya is rapidly expanding its clean energy sector, with nearly 90% of its electricity coming from renewable sources and solar adoption leading in East Africa. The government is also pushing for universal access to clean cooking by 2028, tackling both health and environmental challenges.
- 3 months, 2 weeks
ALGERIA CLOSE TO STRIKING GAS DEAL WITH US ENERGY GIANTS
Algeria is reportedly edging closer to striking deals with two American energy companies to develop its gas reserves, including shale.
- 3 months, 2 weeks
OPEC’S NEW ROLE IN AFRICA’S ENERGY FUTURE.
OPEC's new partnership with African Energy Week 2025 positions Africa as a strategic player in global energy.
- 3 months, 2 weeks
CALIFORNIA LEANS TOWARDS THE GULF’S ENERGY TRANSITION MODEL .
Few eco-warriors have thrown themselves more enthusiastically into the energy transition than Gavin Newsom, the governor of California.
- 3 months, 3 weeks
TED CRUZ TO HIGHLIGHT US-AFRICA ENERGY COLLABORATION AT AEW 2025 .
Senator Cruz will address African Energy Week 2025, focusing on strengthening U.S. engagement in Africa's energy sector.
- 3 months, 3 weeks
BP OMAN GETS FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT.
BP has appointed the first female president for its century-old operations in Oman, the only woman to hold such a position in the energy sector in a country struggling to bridge the gender gap in senior roles.
- 3 months, 3 weeks
IRAQ REVIVES OIL-FOR-PROJECTS DEAL WITH CHINA .
Iraq is reviving its landmark oil-for-projects agreement with China, initially signed in 2019, after a three-year suspension reportedly due to U.S. pressure.
- 4 months
KUWAIT MINISTER ‘OPTIMISTIC’ ABOUT OIL MARKET FUNDAMENTALS .
Kuwait’s oil minister said he was optimistic about the oil market’s fundamentals and that Opec+ efforts aim for market balance, the state news agency (Kuna) reported on Tuesday.
- 4 months
EGYPT LNG IMPORTS TO SURGE AS LOCAL DEMAND SOARS.
Egypt is reportedly planning to increase liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports by the end of the decade as local output lags rising demand.
- 4 months
TRUMP’S $750BN THREAT TO GULF ENERGY EXPORTS.
The European Union’s apparent surrender in the face of President Trump’s tariff bluster has angered business leaders and some politicians across the EU, but should energy policymakers in the Arabian Gulf also be worried?
- 4 months, 1 week
EU TO PROBE ADNOC’S COVESTRO DEAL FOR SUBSIDIES.
The European Commission has initiated an in-depth investigation into Emirati oil giant Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s €14.7 billion ($16.4 billion) takeover of German chemicals maker Covestro, citing possible market distortions caused by foreign financial support.
- 4 months, 1 week
CLOUDERA AND ARAMCO SIGN MOU FOR AI AND DATA INNOVATION.
Cloudera and Aramco have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to leverage AI-powered solutions for the digital oil and gas sector in Saudi Arabia, focusing on local talent upskilling and data-driven growth.
- 4 months, 1 week
TANZANIA TAKES CENTER STAGE AT SADC ENERGY AND WATER TECHNICAL MEETING IN ZIMBABWE.
Tanzania showcased its rural electrification success at a key SADC energy and water meeting, positioning itself as a regional model. The discussions aimed to deepen cooperation, improve service delivery, and enhance energy security across Southern Africa.
- 5 months
KENYA AND UGANDA HARNESS LAKE VICTORIA FOR REGIONAL ENERGY INTEGRATION.
Kenya and Uganda are using Lake Victoria to transport petroleum products more efficiently, supporting regional energy security and trade. This partnership has strengthened cross-border fuel supply, reduced transport costs, and promoted East African integration.
- 5 months, 1 week
UGANDA’S ENERGY CONVENTION 2025: A BOLD PATH FORWARD FOR THE SECTOR.
Uganda’s Energy Convention 2025 highlighted the urgent need to integrate oil, gas, and renewable energy to drive sustainable growth. Key discussions focused on boosting local content, accelerating the energy transition, and addressing environmental compliance and regional trade barriers.
- 6 months, 3 weeks
TANZANIA AND MOROCCO TO DEEPEN ENERGY SECTOR COOPERATION.
Tanzania and Morocco have agreed to strengthen their cooperation in energy technology to boost sustainable development in the sector. During a high-level meeting on May 14, 2025, both countries emphasized investment in renewable energy and the exchange of technical expertise to support industrial and economic growth.
- 6 months, 3 weeks
TANZANIA POISED TO LAUNCH MAJOR OIL & GAS LICENSING ROUND AT AFRICA ENERGIES SUMMIT.
Tanzania will officially launch its fifth oil and gas licensing round on May 13, 2025, at the Africa Energies Summit in London, offering 26 exploration blocks to global investors. The move aims to revitalize Tanzania’s energy sector and attract foreign capital to tap into its vast natural gas reserves.
- 6 months, 3 weeks
GHANA TO HOST AFRICA OIL WEEK 2025.
Ghana will host Africa Oil Week (AOW) 2025 from September 15-18, bringing together industry leaders to drive investment and shape the future of Africa’s upstream oil and gas sector. The event will feature high-level discussions, policy announcements, and exploration opportunities, positioning Ghana as a competitive destination for global energy investment.
- 9 months, 2 weeks
MASDAR, TOTALENERGIES AND EPOINTZERO TO DRIVE CLEAN ENERGY ACCESS IN AFRICA.
Masdar, TotalEnergies, and EPointZero have signed an agreement to expand clean energy access in Africa and Asia, focusing on renewable projects like solar, wind, and energy storage. This collaboration aims to accelerate decarbonization, provide reliable electricity to local communities, and support long-term energy transformation in emerging markets.
- 9 months, 2 weeks
LEADERS FROM OVER 20 COUNTRIES, CEOS TO ATTEND INDIA ENERGY WEEK.
India Energy Week 2025, set for February 11-14 in Delhi, will bring together energy ministers from over 20 countries, top executives from Fortune 500 companies, and global industry leaders to discuss key energy challenges and innovations. Hosted at Yashobhoomi, the event will feature country pavilions, thematic zones on renewables and hydrogen, and high-level discussions shaping the future of global energy.
- 9 months, 4 weeks
AFRICA OIL ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF SHARE BUYBACK PROGRAM.
Africa Oil Corp. announced the repurchase of 517,300 common shares between January 13 and January 17, 2025, as part of its ongoing share buyback program, bringing the total repurchased shares to 3,609,300 since December 2024. The program, which allows for up to 18,362,364 shares to be repurchased by December 2025, is aimed at optimizing the company’s capital structure and enhancing shareholder value.
- 10 months, 2 weeks
TANZANIA: PRESIDENT SAMIA STRESSES ENERGY SECURITY.
Tanzania is advancing its energy sector through transformative projects like the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project and regional grid integration, while hosting the African Heads of State Energy Summit to drive continent-wide electricity access. President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s leadership emphasizes sustainable development and international collaboration to tackle Africa’s energy challenges.
- 10 months, 3 weeks
TANZANIA GEARS UP FOR ENERGY SUMMIT TO EXPAND POWER ACCESS.
Tanzania is co-organizing the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit on January 27-28, aimed at accelerating energy access for 300 million Africans by 2030, with over 1,500 delegates expected to participate. The summit will focus on initiatives like the Africa Energy Compact and highlight Tanzania's energy advancements, including the Julius Nyerere Hydroelectric Power Project and investments in alternative energy sources.
- 11 months
ORCA ENERGY GROUP INC. ANNOUNCES AN OPERATIONAL UPDATE ON SS-7.
Orca Energy Group has completed its well intervention operations on the SS-7 well, which resulted in limited and Un sustained gas flows, leading to the cessation of operations and an increased project cost of $27 million. The company continues to face ongoing disputes overcompensation for gas supplied to Tanzania after the cessation of Protected Gas production on July 31, 2024.
- 11 months, 2 weeks
AFRICAN ENERGY CHAMBER (AEC) TO HOST JUST ENERGY TRANSITION MASTERCLASS AT SURINAME SYMPOSIUM IN JANUARY 2025.
The African Energy Chamber’s Executive Chairman, NJ Ayuk, will lead a Just Energy Transition Masterclass at the Suriname Awareness Symposium (SAS) in January 2025, focusing on strategies for balancing energy poverty reduction with greenhouse gas emission goals. SAS 2025 will bring together key stakeholders to discuss Suriname's growing energy sector, emphasizing investment, local content, and sustainable development to boost economic growth and empower local communities.
- 11 months, 4 weeks
AFRICA ENERGY BANK TO COMMENCE OPERATIONS JANUARY 2025, SAYS PETROLEUM MINISTRY.
The Africa Energy Bank (AEB) is set to begin operations on January 28, 2025, with Nigeria hosting its headquarters. The bank aims to address financing gaps in Africa's oil and gas sector, having already secured 45 percent of its startup capital.
- 1 year, 1 month
NAMIBIA INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONFERENCE 2025: BECOMING AN ENERGY HUB.
The Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) will take place from April 23-25, 2025, in Windhoek, focusing on Namibia's development as a regional energy hub. The event will gather over 900 delegates to discuss offshore discoveries, renewable energy, and partnerships to ensure local communities benefit from the country’s resources.
- 1 year, 1 month
TANZANIA: GOVERNMENT CONTINUES TO ENGAGE INVESTORS IN RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT - DR. MATARAGIO.
The Tanzanian government is actively engaging investors in the development of renewable energy sources, including geothermal, solar, and wind, to diversify the country's energy mix and promote sustainability. Recent updates highlight ongoing projects that aim to harness geothermal resources, with significant potential for electricity generation across several regions.
- 1 year, 1 month
SIX NEW BRICS: IMPLICATIONS FOR ENERGY TRADE.
BRICS is expanding to include six new members—Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE—to strengthen its geopolitical influence and enhance energy cooperation. This could reshape global energy trade by uniting major oil producers and enabling alternative trading mechanisms outside the dollar system.
- 1 year, 1 month
TANZANIA AND SINGAPORE STRENGTHEN ENERGY TIES.
Tanzania and Singapore are enhancing their partnership in the energy sector to share expertise and improve electricity generation capabilities. During a recent meeting, officials discussed strategies to boost trade and collaboration, aiming to meet Tanzania's ambitious energy goals by 2030.
- 1 year, 1 month
TANZANIA: FIRST-EVER ENERGY INVESTMENT SUMMIT SET TO BE HELD.
The inaugural Tanzania Energy Investment Summit will be held on November 12-13, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, bringing together stakeholders to explore investment opportunities in the country's energy sector. Co-organized by HBZ International and TAOMAC, the summit emphasizes Tanzania's role as a regional energy hub and focuses on clean energy solutions and sustainable development.
- 1 year, 1 month
TANZANIA: MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND UNDP PROMOTE ENERGY EFFICIENCY TRAINING FOR EXPERTS.
The Ministry of Energy, in collaboration with UNDP, organized a workshop to equip experts from various government institutions with the tools needed for effective energy management and auditing in Tanzania. The initiative aims to improve energy efficiency and ensure reliable, affordable energy access for all Tanzanians.
- 1 year, 2 months
TANZANIA: PERMANENT SECRETARY OF ENERGY EMPHASIZES EFFICIENCY IN SERVICE DELIVERY IN THE ENERGY SECTOR.
The article discusses a meeting led by the Permanent Secretary of Energy, Hon. Felchesmi Mramba, where he emphasized the importance of professionalism and efficiency among ministry staff to enhance service delivery in the energy sector. Additionally, he encouraged physical health and announced the ongoing construction of a new office building for the ministry.
- 1 year, 2 months
TANZANIA’S ENERGY SECTOR INVITES FOREIGN INVESTMENT.
Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade, Mr. Exaud Kigahe, invited global companies to invest in Tanzania's transforming energy sector during the 8th Power and Energy Africa International Trade Exhibition in Dar es Salaam, highlighting significant infrastructure projects and supportive government policies. The event showcased exhibitors from 22 countries, with participants expressing enthusiasm for Tanzania's stable business climate and growth potential in renewable energy.
- 1 year, 2 months
UAE USES GERMANY'S SIEMENS TO BOOST GREEN ENERGY INDUSTRY.
The UAE is partnering with Siemens Energy to advance its green energy sector and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 through a new memorandum of understanding. This collaboration aims to enhance grid infrastructure, promote sustainable development, and support the energy transition in the UAE.
- 1 year, 2 months
AFRICA TO RECEIVE ONLY 2% OF GLOBAL CLEAN ENERGY INVESTMENT.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) anticipates that global investment in renewable energy, spanning electric vehicles, nuclear power, grids, storage, low-emission fuels, efficiency upgrades, and heat pumps, will reach $2 trillion this year. This figure represents a doubling of investment compared to fossil fuels, marking the second consecutive year where renewable energy and grid investments outpace those directed toward fossil fuels.
- 1 year, 5 months
EU AMBASSADOR: THE EGYPTIAN ENERGY SECTOR RECEIVES THE MAJORITY OF THE PRIVATE SOFT LOAN.
Egypt's energy sector received the majority of the concessional financing recently announced by the European Union to Cairo, totaling €5 billion ($5.4 billion).
- 1 year, 7 months
GOLD HYDROGEN COULD BE A GAME-CHANGER FOR ENERGY MARKETS.
For some time now, we’ve seen the race to develop non-fossil energy technology heat up, most emphatically in the nuclear arena.
- 1 year, 9 months
MOZAMBIQUE: Maputo and Tokyo in talks to manufacture EV batteries
After having invested US$300 million from the World Bank in the extension of the port of Nampula, the State of Mozambique is in the midst of negotiations with Japan, which should soon install a factory for the local manufacture of batteries for electric vehicles. The project will make it possible to exploit the mineral resources of the province of Cabo Delgado, which are almost essential for the development of green mobility
- 2 years, 6 months
South Africa’s Cabinet Approved a Bill on Electricity Regulation
South Africa’s cabinet approved a bill on electricity regulation
- 2 years, 7 months
Namibia and South Africa to Cooperate in Energy Sector
Namibia and South Africa are eager to increase cooperation in various areas, including the energy sector
- 2 years, 7 months
MOROCCO: Green Energy Park to provide solar solutions for electric mobility
Green Energy Park to provide solar solutions for electric mobility
- 2 years, 7 months
TANZANIA ; Atomic Energy Commission Relocates To Dodoma
THE Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) has shifted its base to the country’s capital, Dodoma.
- 2 years, 11 months
KENYA: Signs Green Hydrogen Contract with Australian Company
It is expected to start developing green hydrogen production capacity at plants in the coastal cities of Lamu and Mombasa.
- 3 years
KENYA: To Have Its First Nuclear Power Plant By 2038
Kenya aims to have its first nuclear power plant up and running by the year 2038 to cater for growing power demand in the country.
- 3 years, 1 month
KENYA: UK To Fund Energy Project in Kenya
The UK is to implement three major development projects in Kenya
- 3 years, 1 month
Minister of Energy: OPEC+ has the means to deal with market challenges including cutting production at any time and in different forms.
Minister of Energy: OPEC+ has the means to deal with market challenges including cutting production at any time and in different forms.
- 3 years, 3 months
The British Government To Introduce Sanctions on Belarus
The British government says it will introduce a new round of economic, trade, and transport sanctions on Belarus
- 3 years, 5 months
ASAMOIL: FAST - GROWING OIL COMPANY IN EAST AFRICA
The company is the leading supplier of oil based on quality, safety, health and direct time.
- 3 years, 6 months
Russia Has Been Accused of ‘Weaponizing’ Food
Russia has been accused of ‘weaponizing’ food and holding grain for millions of people
- 3 years, 6 months
MOROCCO; EU To Fund Renewable Energy Projects
The European Union (EU) is set to mobilise €1.6 bn to finance the energy transition projects in Morocco.
- 3 years, 9 months
ETHIOPIA: Russia keen To Invest In Energy
Major Energy Company of Russia keen to invest in Ethiopia, Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.
- 3 years, 9 months
TANZANIA : TPDC, Baker Botts sign contract on LNG negotiations
The government through the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) has signed a contract with Baker Botts LLP
- 3 years, 10 months
ZAMBIA- Removes subsidies on fuel to funds health, education and employment
The Zambian government said on Monday that reducing subsidies on fuel and electricity
- 3 years, 11 months
E.Africa Countries tops AfDB’s Electricity Regulatory Index 2021
East Africa electricity sector is Africa’s best regulated across a number of key metrics for the fourth consecutive year.
- 3 years, 11 months
KENYA - Ranked Second in Regulatory Index 2021 Report
Kenya ranks second in Africa for having a progressive electricity regulatory regime
- 3 years, 11 months
'The State of African Energy 2022' Energy Chamber Launches its Highly Anticipated Annual Report
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (EnergyChamber.org) has officially launched its highly anticipated 2022 outlook for the African energy sector
- 4 years
COP26: A chance of Africa in energy transition
The UN climate summit, COP26, opened its doors this Sunday in Glasgow, Scotland. Many are calling it the summit of the last chance. The goal is to keep global warming below 1.5 degrees.
- 4 years
Congo has canceled tax and customs exemptions granted to oil companies
Congo is the third-largest oil producer in sub-Saharan Africa after Nigeria and Angola, with an estimated production of 336,000 barrels of crude oil per day.
- 4 years, 1 month
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