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Nigeria’s Dangote refinery designated ‘systematically important’ following strikes
The Nigerian government has said that the country’s privately-owned 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) Dangote refinery is too important to fail, according to a Bloomberg report.
Chevron reportedly seeking to sell pipeline assets in US’ DJ Basin
Chevron is reportedly seeking to sell a set of pipeline assets in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Berkshire Hathaway to buy US firm Occidental’s OxyChem unit for $9.7bn
Berkshire Hathaway has agreed to buy Occidental Petroleum’s chemical business, OxyChem, for $9.7bn in cash.
Philippines sets out policy framework for first nuclear power plant
The initiative marks a significant step in reviving the Philippines’ long-dormant nuclear ambitions. Following the 1973 oil crisis, the country constructed the 621 MWe Bataan Nuclear Power Plant in 1984 at a cost of $460mn – around $1.4bn today.
How Central Asia came to love the Chinese electric vehicle invasion
Resistance would be futile – and expensive. The region has flung its doors open to the likes of BYD.
Uganda's $4bn Hoima refinery launch now expected in 2029–30
Uganda’s $4bn Hoima refinery is now expected to begin operations in late 2029 or 2030, according to the general manager of the Uganda Refinery Holding Co. Michael Nkambo Mugerwa.
Feasibility study for trans-Caspian power line to be ready in 2026 – report
Europe-bound electricity unlikely to flow before 2030.
Romania's Electrica seeks shareholder approval to borrow €1bn for acquisitions
State-controlled electricity utility group is eyeing acquisitions including Distribuție Energie Oltenia, currently owned by Macquarie.
Batteries find new business case in India’s evolving power markets
Battery participation in India’s power markets has traditionally been viewed as a low-return venture, burdened with uncertain revenues and lacking the security of long-term contracts.
Fighting in Mozambique’s gas-rich Cabo Delgado region forces 22,000 to flee amid health collapse, UN warns
The region, home to multibillion-dollar liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, has repeatedly been targeted by militants believed to be linked with the Islamic State.
Nigeria’s president approves $2.6bn bond to clear GenCos’ debts
President Bola Tinubu has approved a NGN4 trillion ($2.6bn) bond to settle long-standing debts owed to power producers and gas suppliers, aiming to inject liquidity into Nigeria’s electricity sector.
Seismic innovation, faster permitting crucial in Africa’s oil and gas exploration revival, energy majors say
Exploration for oil and gas in Africa is gathering momentum owing to advances in seismic imaging, improved frontier datasets and shorter permitting timelines, energy majors have said.
The Korean arm of a Chinese PV inverter carves a niche across South Korea
Sungrow Power Korea already offers a product line including "total solutions across the entire renewable energy sector, including commercial and residential ESS systems, floating solar power, and electric vehicle charging systems."
Russia struggles to restore gas payments to Moldova’s separatist Transnistria region
Russia is seeking a new intermediary to facilitate payments for natural gas deliveries to Transnistria after European banks reportedly blocked financial transfers routed through Dubai.
International technology firms urge wider AI adoption across African energy sector
African energy companies risk being left behind if they do not urgently facilitate wider Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption.
Can Senegal’s transparency drive amid an oil & gas boom end the 'resource curse'?
Senegal is tying its energy-led growth story to a wider investment drive, opening Fii 2025 under President Faye’s patronage. With Sangomar first oil flowing and gas exports due from GTA, the government is poised to unveil its petroleum code.
Ecuador capital erupts in protest as Noboa defies calls to reinstate fuel subsidies
Ecuador's capital, Quito, became a battleground between rival protest groups on October 5 as a state of emergency took effect across 10 provinces, following two weeks of demonstrations against President Noboa's elimination of fuel subsidies.
Iran to begin cloud seeding operations from mid-November
Iran plans to deploy a fleet of five aircraft targeting the Lake Urmia and Zayandeh Rud basins and Khorasan Razavi province to boost rainfall by 15-20%.
Angola’s Etu Energias secures financing for offshore Block 17/06 development
Etu has secured structured financing from Mauritius Commercial Bank and TotalEnergies Trading SA to fund its 7.5% stake in Block 17/06. The deal advances Etu’s plan to lift output to 80,000 bpd by 2030.
Senegal to review oil, gas codes ahead of MSGBC 2025 in Dakar, says minister
Senegal will overhaul its oil and gas codes as part of President Faye’s transparency agenda, as the country enters its production phase following first oil from the Sangomar field and the upcoming start of BP’s Greater Tortue Ahmeyim gas project.
Low reservoir water levels mean tough winter for hydro-dependent Kyrgyzstan
Energy minister says government taking measures to prevent blackouts.
Malaysia’s fuel recalibration: balancing fiscal discipline and public relief
In late September 2025, the Malaysian government unveiled a recalibrated approach to its long-running petrol subsidy, lowering the price of RON95 for citizens to $0.47 per litre.
Leading Indian renewable energy developer looks forward to IPO
The flotation will follow the book-building route, with half the shares reserved for qualified institutional buyers, 15% for non-institutional investors and the remaining 35% for retail participants.
Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 raises production to record high
Russia’s heavily-sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 facility has increased production to record levels.
LNG Canada expected to start second liquefaction train soon
LNG Canada is preparing to begin start-up of its second liquefaction train, a spokesperson for the Shell-led facility.
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