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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.
Atlas-Oranto secures four offshore blocks to revive oil exploration in Liberia
The Liberian government awarded four offshore oil blocks to Nigerian company Atlas-Oranto for $12 million, strengthening the regional presence of African junior players in offshore exploration.

Uganda builds 2 million barrels of storage to boost oil sector

Backed by flagship projects linked to EACOP and the Tilenga and Kingfisher fields, Uganda aims to lead Africa in new oil storage additions, with a projected impact on its revenues and financial flows by 2030.
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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.
Tanzania bets on compressed natural gas to cut oil imports
The Tanzanian government launches a national consultation to accelerate the rollout of compressed natural gas, mobilising public and private financing to secure energy supply and lower fuel costs.

Tanzania and Russia launch a $1.2bn uranium plant in Namtumbo

Tanzania, together with Russia, is starting construction of a uranium plant in Namtumbo for $1.2bn, aiming to boost mining revenues and secure a place in the global nuclear industry.
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Orca Energy Group launches three international arbitrations against Tanzania over $1.2 billion gas project
Orca Energy Group and its subsidiaries have initiated arbitration proceedings against Tanzania and Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation, challenging the management and future of the Songo Songo gas project, valued at $1.2 billion.
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.

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.
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Zambia restructures petroleum logistics to stabilise energy supply
Faced with recurrent shortages, Zambia is reorganising its fuel supply chain, notably issuing licences for operating new tanker trucks and service stations to enhance national energy security and reduce external dependence.
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.
Ethiopia accelerates regional energy integration with Abbay Dam
Ethiopia is intensifying its role in East Africa's energy interconnection by focusing on hydropower and electricity exports to neighbouring countries.

Shell completes acquisition of Pavilion Energy, strengthening position in LNG market

Shell has finalised the acquisition of Pavilion Energy in Singapore, integrating a portfolio of 6.5 mtpa LNG contracts, regasification capacity, and bunkering activities.
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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.

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.
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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.
Tanzania postpones the allocation of 26 oil and gas exploration licences to May 2025
Tanzania has decided to postpone the allocation of 26 oil and gas exploration licences to May 2025, initially scheduled for March, to attract more investors at the Africa Energies Summit in London.
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