DMEA - Downstream Middle East & Africa

6 May 2022

NOC temporarily resumes work at Zueitina terminal following force majeure

3 May 2022

Libya’s National Oil Corp. (NOC) reported on Sunday (May 1) that it had been able to recommence work at the Zueitina export terminal following a declaration of force majeure, at least on a temporary basis.

President announces 12% minimum wage increase for Kenyan workers

2 May 2022

President Uhuru Kenyatta has announced a minimum wage increase of 12%, effective May 1, to cushion Kenyan workers against erosion of purchasing power.

Kenya’s government notes fuel shortages, attempts to mitigate concerns

2 May 2022

Demand for petroleum products in western Kenya has increased as a result of transit consumers preferring to fuel locally due to price differential with neighbouring countries.

South African airport manager assures of sufficient jet fuel supply

29 April 2022

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) says that the supply of jet fuel to airlines flying in-and-out of the OR Tambo International Airport is stable and continues to meet the demand of airlines.

Algeria's NOC Sonatrach completes Hassi Messaoud refinery

29 April 2022

Algeria's national oil company Sonatrach has launched a 60,000 barrel per day greenfield refinery in the eastern town of Hassi Messaoud.