EU Ban on Russian Gas Opens Strategic Opportunities for Africa
The European Union will ban Russian gas imports starting in 2026. With 620 trillion cubic feet of proven reserves, the African continent could become a preferred supplier while addressing its own energy needs.
| Countries | Mauritanie, Mozambique, Sénégal |
|---|---|
| Sector | Gaz |
| Theme | Politique & Géopolitique |
The Council of the European Union (EU) and the European Parliament signed a provisional agreement in December 2025 to progressively ban Russian gas imports. This decision is part of the REPowerEU roadmap, launched following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The agreement provides for a complete ban on liquefied natural gas (LNG) from 2026 and pipeline gas from 2027. Short-term contracts concluded before June 2025 will expire in 2026, while long-term LNG contracts will be prohibited from January 2027.
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