Mozambique

ExxonMobil hit by falling prices despite record output in Guyana

The American oil major saw its revenue decline in the third quarter, affected by lower crude prices and refining margins, despite record volumes in Guyana and the Permian Basin.

TotalEnergies requests ten more years and $4.5 billion for its Mozambique project

TotalEnergies is asking Mozambique for a licence extension and financial compensation to restart its $20 billion gas project suspended since 2021 following an armed attack.

ExxonMobil receives Mozambique’s president ahead of investment in Rovuma LNG

Daniel Chapo is visiting the United States to encourage ExxonMobil to commit to a major investment in Rovuma LNG, a strategic gas project for Mozambique as TotalEnergies resumes its suspended operations.
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Ghana targets $16 billion in oil revenues despite declining production

Ghana aims to secure $16 billion in oil revenues over ten years, but the continued drop in production raises doubts about the sector’s long-term stability.

Mozambique bets on its energy resources to support industrialisation by 2030

A new International Energy Agency report urges Maputo to accelerate energy investment to ensure universal electricity access and support its emerging industry.

Senegal signs strategic agreement with two Canadian geo-energy companies

A three-year partnership has been signed between Senegal and two Quebec-based companies to develop the country’s geoscientific capacity and structure its energy sector through technological innovation.
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Jihadist blockade in Mali disrupts fuel supply and electricity production

Prolonged attacks on fuel convoys have depleted stocks, destabilised power generation and disrupted economic activity in Bamako and surrounding regions.

Jihadist attacks resume in Palma, threatening TotalEnergies’ gas project in Mozambique

A jihadist attack targeted Palma, a strategic area in northern Mozambique, marking a return of insecurity near TotalEnergies' suspended gas project since 2021.

Chevron appoints former TotalEnergies executive to lead African exploration

US-based Chevron appoints Kevin McLachlan, a veteran of TotalEnergies, as its global head of exploration, in a strategic move targeting Nigeria, Angola and Namibia.
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Jihadist blockade disrupts fuel supply across Mali

Fuel shortages now affect Bamako, struck in turn by a jihadist blockade targeting petroleum flows from Ivorian and Senegalese ports, severely disrupting national logistics.

Africa aims for local transformation to gain weight in the global energy economy

Opportunities are emerging for African countries to move from extraction to industrial manufacturing in energy technology value chains, as the 2025 G20 discussions highlight these issues.

Senegal plans second refinery with 5.5 mn tonnes annual capacity

Senegal aims to double its oil refining capacity with a project estimated between $2bn and $5bn, as domestic demand exceeds current output.
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Axian investit $670mn dans un projet hydroélectrique stratégique à Madagascar

Le groupe Axian renforce son portefeuille énergétique avec le projet de barrage de Volobe à Madagascar, une initiative estimée à $670mn visant à étendre l’accès à l’électricité dans un pays en proie à de fortes tensions sociales.

Exxon requests security guarantees for Mozambique gas project

Exxon is seeking direct support from the Mozambican government to secure its Rovuma LNG project, as Islamist violence continues to hinder investment in the country’s north.

TotalEnergies postpones Mozambique LNG gas project restart to 2029

TotalEnergies has set 2029 as the restart date for its Mozambique LNG project, frozen since 2021, delaying the exploitation of a strategic investment worth more than $20bn in liquefied natural gas.
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European Union unlocks €545mn to modernise African power grids

Nine African countries will receive €545mn ($638mn) in European Union funding to support rural electrification and strengthen regional renewable energy infrastructure.

Ignite Power joins the $270 million Pro Energia+ programme in Mozambique

The partnership with the World Bank-funded Pro Energia+ programme aims to expand electricity access in Mozambique by targeting rural communities through a results-based financing mechanism.

Sub-Saharan Africa LNG exports expected to triple by 2034

Liquefied natural gas exports in sub-Saharan Africa will reach 98 bcm by 2034, driven by Nigeria, Mozambique, and the entry of new regional producers.
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Hynfra signs $1.5bn framework agreement for green ammonia in Mauritania

Hynfra PSA strengthens its presence in West Africa with a $1.5bn green ammonia project, backed by the Mauritanian government, with commercial operations expected to start by 2030.

South African court blocks TotalEnergies oil project off Cape coast

The South African judiciary has revoked TotalEnergies’ authorization to explore a 10,000 km² offshore block, forcing the group into a new procedure that includes a public consultation.

Senegal: Risky renegotiation of hydrocarbon contracts

Senegal's new government plans to renegotiate hydrocarbon contracts to better serve its population, a risky gamble.

Galp Energia takes off on the stock market after a discovery in Namibia

Galp Energia experiences a spectacular rise on the stock market following the announcement of a major oil discovery in Namibia.

Africa’s energy transition: Gas takes over from oil

Africa, historically known for its oil resources, is now turning its energy sector towards natural gas.
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Eni successfully unloads the first LNG cargo ship in Piombino

Eni has successfully unloaded the first LNG cargo at the new Snam regasification terminal in Piombino. This acquisition of regasification capacity is part of Eni's strategy to diversify LNG supplies in Italy.

Japan pledges to help Mozambique fight “terrorism

Japanese Prime Minister pledges to help Mozambique against jihadist insurgency and promises financial assistance to fight terrorism. Japan, the world's largest importer of liquefied natural gas, is looking to deepen its relationship with Maputo, particularly in the energy sector.

Mozambique: TotalEnergies’ CEO says restarting gas project is “premature

The resumption of TotalEnergies' gas project in Mozambique is considered premature by its CEO, due to disagreements over the costs associated with the restart. The project had been suspended since 2021 following a jihadist attack.
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Mozambique: TotalEnergies can resume its gas project, says head of state

Mozambique's president has given the green light for TotalEnergies to resume its natural gas project, which has been suspended since 2021 following a jihadist attack. However, TotalEnergies is cautious about resuming its operations.

Mozambique: a subcontractor prepares to take over Total’s gas project

The Italian subcontractor Saipem, in charge of the development of the gas project in northern Mozambique for TotalEnergies, expects a possible resumption of operations as early as July despite the jihadist violence that has hit the region.

Coral-Sul inaugurated in Mozambique

Coral-Sul was inaugurated under the authority of the President of Mozambique, Filipe Jacinto Nyusi.
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Coral South: first LNG cargo

Coral South has just exported its first cargo of liquefied natural gas valued at $8 billion, ExxonMobil announced.

Africa: EDP’s A2E Fund finances 9 projects

In Africa, on the sidelines of the COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, 9 projects will be financed by EDP.

In Mauritania, BP relies on hydrogen

In Mauritania, BP and the government announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding to develop renewable hydrogen in the country.
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Energy crisis: first exports of liquefied natural gas from Mozambique

Mozambique has officially started exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG), against the backdrop of the energy crisis in Europe.

Africa, The Natural Resources Challenge

In Africa, sustained investment is needed to increase energy access and economic growth on the continent.

The African Development Bank finances renewable energy

The African Development Bank is giving a grant to the Mozambican government to develop renewable energy.
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For Africa, Mobilization in Casablanca

For sub-Saharan Africa, guests from Morocco's business and diplomatic communities are meeting in Casablanca.

Kerry Defends U.S. Climate Action

Special Climate Envoy John Kerry speaks to African leaders about U.S. climate action.

Chariot and Total Eren join forces in Mauritania

Chariot and Total Eren are partnering to develop a renewable hydrogen project, the Nour project, in Mauritania.
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Italy pleads for a Price Cap

As the energy crisis continues, gas prices are soaring. To deal with this, Italy is calling for a cap on gas prices. Several states, such as Portugal and Belgium, support such a measure.

Senegal wants to exploit its gas

Several large-scale projects are underway in Senegal, which is planning a major expansion of its gas sector.