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Symbion commits $700 M for methane power plant tied to DRC-Rwanda peace deal
Symbion Power announces a $700 M investment for a 140 MW plant on Lake Kivu, contingent on full enforcement of the cease-fire signed between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda.
Mozambique: TotalEnergies Faces Security Dilemma Before LNG Project Restart
Jihadist attacks in Cabo Delgado displaced 59,000 people in July, threatening the restart of the $20 billion gas project planned for August 2025.

Uganda opens a mission in Vienna to strengthen its nuclear partnerships

Uganda is relying on a diplomatic presence in Vienna to facilitate technical and commercial cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, supporting its ambitions in the civil nuclear sector.
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Electricity demand reaches 2,362 MW in Kenya as KenGen focuses on renewables
Kenya registers a historic record in electricity consumption, driven by industrial growth and a strong contribution from geothermal and hydropower plants operated by Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC.
South Korea begins site evaluation for Uganda’s first nuclear reactor
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power signed a 26-month contract to assess a site in Uganda’s Buyende region for its first nuclear reactor, in compliance with International Atomic Energy Agency standards.

Union Investment removes TotalEnergies from sustainable funds amid Uganda dispute

German asset manager Union Investment has excluded TotalEnergies from its sustainable funds over allegations of human rights violations linked to the EACOP oil project in Uganda, further complicating its international financing.
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TotalEnergies maintains its strategy despite economic pressures and activism
Patrick Pouyanné reassures shareholders by confirming TotalEnergies' strategic direction, combining hydrocarbons and low-carbon electricity, despite an unstable economic environment and climate activist protests in Paris.
TotalEnergies strengthens its global portfolio with three renewable acquisitions
TotalEnergies has completed strategic acquisitions in the wind, solar and hydropower sectors across Europe, Africa and Canada, thereby reinforcing its integrated power business in several key markets.

Uganda finalizes historic agreement to build Hoima oil refinery

After several years of negotiations, Uganda officially signs an agreement to establish the Hoima oil refinery, a central project in the country's energy strategy aimed at reducing dependency on fuel imports.
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EACOP completes initial funding round despite mounting pressure in Uganda
EACOP has confirmed the closure of an initial tranche of external financing for its 1,443 km pipeline, as several NGOs urge participating banks to withdraw from the project.
TotalEnergies vs NGOs: Frequent Accusations, Rarely Convicted
TotalEnergies faces multiple lawsuits initiated by international NGOs over environmental and social issues related to its global projects. While several cases remain ongoing, the majority have been dismissed or dropped by the courts, questioning their legitimacy.

Scatec finalises the sale of its African hydropower assets to TotalEnergies for USD 167 million

Scatec ASA has completed the sale of its 51% stake in an African hydropower partnership to TotalEnergies, a transaction valued at USD 167 million, as part of the company's portfolio reduction strategy.
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Rwanda Adjusts Statements on Oil Discovery in Lake Kivu
Following a premature announcement of an oil discovery in Lake Kivu, Rwanda clarified that the work is still in an exploratory phase, with partners being sought to move forward.
Jean-Christian Bergeron appointed as head of Rubis Énergie to accelerate growth
Rubis, an energy group based in Paris, appoints Jean-Christian Bergeron as the General Manager of Rubis Énergie. He will assume his role in January 2025 to lead growth strategy in global energy distribution markets.

COP29: 25 countries commit to ending the construction of new coal power plants

At COP29 in Baku, 25 nations, including the United Kingdom and Australia, pledged to stop building coal power plants. This initiative aims to curb global warming despite a 2% increase in global coal capacity in 2023.
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Africa Redefines Its Refining Future: Opportunities and Challenges Amid Global Competition
Despite pressure on refining margins, Africa is accelerating refinery projects to meet growing demand and enhance energy security, while facing competition from global giants.
Rwanda relies on Russia to train its nuclear energy specialists
Rwanda relies on Russia to train its nuclear energy specialists

Uganda launches three hydropower projects on the Nile to strengthen its electricity capacity

Uganda is undertaking the construction of three hydropower plants on the Nile to add 1,632 MW to its electricity capacity while exploring nuclear initiatives to diversify its energy mix in response to growing demand.
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Uganda inaugurates 600 MW Karuma hydroelectric power station
Uganda boosts its energy capacity with the opening of the Karuma hydropower plant, financed by China to the tune of 1.7 billion dollars, marking a new stage in Sino-Ugandan cooperation.
Uganda: 21 activists arrested during a march against the EACOP project
In Uganda, 21 activists were arrested in Kampala for protesting against the EACOP oil project, backed by international players, highlighting the economic and geopolitical tensions surrounding this initiative.
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