First-ever International Energy Agency review of Senegal’s energy policies finds that robust institutions and planning, as well as success in expanding electricity access, bolster momentum towards 2035 goals
Industry
Africa to see lots of upstream action in 2024: Rystad Energy
The upstream industry hopes 2024 can be a bounce-back year for high-impact oil and gas drilling after a lackluster 2023, with Africa and Latin America likely to spearhead activities
Safeguarding local interests
While oil majors flocking to Africa is a good sign in terms of increased revenue for the continent, securing the interests of the local community is of utmost importance under such circumstances
AfriCatalyst releases report on methane abatement
AfriCatalyst, a Dakar-based global development advisory group, has urged African leaders to develop a framework for issuing African Methane Abatement Bonds (AMAB)
Uganda Minister announces major oil and gas developments
Final negotiations for the financing and construction of Uganda’s US$4bn domestic refinery began this month after Alpha MBM Investments from the United Arab Emirates was chosen by the government of Uganda as preferred bidder