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Senegal seeks investors to advance Yakaar-Teranga gas development
Senegal’s state-owned oil company Petrosen is seeking investment partners for the Yakaar-Teranga offshore gas project, targeting a final investment decision (FID) by the end of 2027.
Windhoek to restart tender for Namibia's 25-MW solar project
Namibia's capital, Windhoek, plans to cancel and restart procurement for a 25-MW solar power plant, abandoning an advanced tender process for a project previously estimated at NAD420mn ($25.6mn) and leaving its construction timetable uncertain.
Rwanda grants Aterian four-year Kinunga licence extension for tantalum-niobium exploration
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South Africa secures $553mn in conditional commitments for infrastructure guarantee fund
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EBRD-led lenders secure $566mn for Egypt’s Minya solar project
Eni seeks EPC contractors for proposed $130mn Mozambique power plant
Italian energy group Eni (BIT: ENI; NYSE: E) has invited expressions of interest from contractors for a proposed 75-MW gas-fired power plant in southern Mozambique, advancing a project estimated to cost $130mn that was announced in October 2025.
South Africa's Sasol coal output hits six-year high as Natref production falls 30% q/q
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Russia faces mounting energy risks from Ukrainian attacks, dependence on Chinese influence and the prospect of a global oil surplus, while Ukraine prepares for a difficult winter, says analyst.
South Africa's enX secures regulatory clearance for $13.4mn asset sale to Generac
South Africa's enX has secured regulatory clearance for its $13.4mn New Way Power and property disposals to Generac, with completion expected on November 2.
Leviathan starts uranium drilling programme of up to 2,500 metres in Botswana
Leviathan Metals has begun a uranium drilling programme of up to 2,500 metres at two projects in eastern Botswana, testing whether mineralisation identified beside an established deposit extends into its exploration acreage.
Invictus begins rig move to Zimbabwe's Musuma-1 ahead of November drilling
Invictus Energy (ASX: IVZ; VFEX: INV) has begun moving its drilling rig to a new exploration site in northern Zimbabwe, ahead of a planned November well targeting gas and condensate outside its existing Mukuyu discovery.
GECF calls for new gas investment at African Energy Week 2026
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Jinko ESS signs deal to supply 18 MWh of battery storage for Mali telecom project
Chinese energy-storage supplier Jinko ESS said it had signed an agreement to supply 34 SunGiga G2 Plus battery systems for an unidentified telecommunications project in Mali.
Zimbabwe's Zesa posts $139mn operating profit as cheaper power imports cut costs
Zimbabwe's state-owned electricity utility Zesa Holdings reported an operating profit of $139.3mn in the first half of 2026, exceeding its budget target by 68%.
Kodal pays $300,000 for Ghana lithium stake, targets 80% through earn-in
Kodal Minerals has acquired an initial 10% stake in a Ghanaian JV established to explore the Asamankese lithium project for $300,000, with the right to increase its ownership to 80% through staged investment and technical milestones over 5 years.
DR Congo inaugurates $522mn Kamoa-Kakula solar and battery complex supplying major copper mine
The Kamoa-Kakula solar and battery complex in Lualaba province launched on October 16, several weeks after the facilities began supplying electricity to one of Africa’s largest copper mining operations.
Deep Yellow delays Namibia uranium project investment decision beyond 2026
Australian uranium developer Deep Yellow (ASX: DYL, NSX: DYL, OTCQX: DYLLF) has postponed a final investment decision on its Tumas uranium project in Namibia beyond 2026, citing weak equity market conditions.
Kenya plans $616mn nuclear research reactor at Konza, targets 2027 start
Kenya plans to begin building a KES80bn ($616mn) nuclear research reactor at Konza Technopolis in 2027, financed through a public-private partnership.
Rwanda-based Kabisa plans $50mn capital raise for East African EV charging corridors, assembly
Rwanda-based electric mobility company Kabisa Electric is preparing an approximately $50mn capital raising to develop high-power charging stations along East African trade corridors and establish electric vehicle assembly operations
AFC eyes iron ore and uranium investments across Africa
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) is seeking new investments in iron ore and uranium as it expands its exposure to Africa's mining sector, with announcements possible within the next six to 12 months.
Nigeria energy inflation jumps to 5.38% m/m in September
Nigeria breaks ground on 17.7MW Oyo mini-grid projects
Five interconnected projects in Oyo State will combine solar, battery storage and local distribution infrastructure under the World Bank-backed DARES programme.
Nigeria plans 750,000-meter rollout under presidential initiative in 2027
NERC says the Presidential Metering Initiative will deploy 750,000 meters next year as about 4.7mn active electricity customers remain unmetered.
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