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Iraq's SOMO seeks to buy gasoil cargoes in first tender since 2025
Iraq's State Oil Marketing Organisation (SOMO) has issued a tender to purchase gasoil cargoes for delivery in August and September, marking its first buying tender since January 2025.
Nigeria's Dangote refinery raises $2.5bn ahead of planned IPO
Nigeria's Dangote Petroleum Refinery has secured $2.5bn through a private placement ahead of a planned initial public offering later this year, providing fresh funding to support the next phase of expansion at Africa's largest refinery
Canadian firm ReconAfrica reports first onshore hydrocarbon flow in Namibia
Reconnaissance Energy Africa has produced hydrocarbons to the surface during production testing at its Kavango West 1X discovery well, marking what the company described as the first successful onshore hydrocarbon flow in Namibia.
Australian firm Deep Yellow awards construction contracts ahead of Namibia uranium project decision
Deep Yellow (ASX: DYL) has awarded two major civil and concrete construction contracts for its flagship Tumas uranium project in Namibia as it advances preparations for a final investment decision expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.
West African leaders back $25bn Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline
West African leaders have endorsed the planned $25bn Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline, advancing a 6,800-kilometre project designed to connect 13 African countries and potentially supply gas to Europe.
Kuwait’s KPC reports damage, injuries from Iranian attacks
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) has said that one of its oil facilities was hit on Saturday by “repeated Iranian attacks”, resulting in significant material damage and some injuries
OPEC reflects on its superpower era
War‑time disruption, sanctions and the UAE’s exit have exposed the limits of OPEC’s market power, leaving the cartel more constrained, more reactive and less central to price formation
OPEC takes aim at the IEA over oil and gas forecasts
OPEC warns that pessimistic demand forecasts and financing restrictions risk deterring oil and gas investment.
Kenyan ecosystem threatened by Dangote refinery project
A Greenpeace spokesperson has said that a planned 700,000 barrels per day (bpd) refinery set to be constructed at Kenya’s Lamu port could damage one of East Africa’s most fragile coastal ecosystems.
Yanbu port could become target amid Houthi tensions
As Saudi Arabia seeks to maximise its oil exports, daily crude loadings at the Red Sea port of Yanbu have risen to significant levels amid increased tensions with Yemen’s Houthi militia.
Indian group Navitas Solar makes African debut after securing $20mn contract in Zambia
Indian renewable energy company Navitas Solar has secured a $20mn contract to build a 54-megawatt utility-scale solar power plant in central Zambia, marking its entry into the African market, MVA Pulse reported on July 15.
Italian oil giant Eni urges Mozambican firms to boost competitiveness for gas contracts
Italian energy company Eni has urged Mozambican businesses to strengthen their competitiveness rather than rely on local content regulations if they are to secure contracts linked to the country's liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects.
Australian explorer Elevate Uranium raises stake in Namibia's Marenica project to 90%
Elevate Uranium (ASX: EL8, OTCQX: ELVUF) (Elevate) has agreed to increase its stake in the Marenica Uranium Project in Namibia to 90% through two acquisition agreements, the company said in a statement on July 13.
Mozambican fuel group Petromoc triples 2025 profit despite lower sales
Mozambique's state-owned fuel company, Petromoc, almost tripled its net profit in 2025 despite a decline in fuel sales, supported by higher operating gains and reversals, according to financial statements published on July 14 and reported by Lusa.
Dangote refinery switches Nigerian gantry and coastal fuel sales to dollars
Nigeria’s Dangote refinery has switched domestic gantry and coastal fuel sales from naira to dollars, dealing a setback to the government’s crude-for-naira programme and potentially increasing foreign-exchange demand.
Iraq presses ahead with Basra-Haditha oil pipeline despite manufacturing delays
Iraq's Basra-Haditha crude oil pipeline project is progressing through its implementation phase, with authorities continuing preparations to manufacture the pipeline despite supply chain disruptions that have delayed production inside the country.
Nasan Energies acquires Shell- and Engen-branded service stations from Vivo Energy Namibia
Namibian-owned Nasan said the acquisition made it the country’s third-largest oil marketing company.
Kenya’s Ruto says Dangote-backed Lamu refinery could create 60,000 jobs
Kenyan President William Ruto says the proposed Dangote-backed Lamu oil refinery will create at least 60,000 jobs and process 700,000 barrels of crude per day.
Persian Gulf Star boosts petrol supply after wartime damage
The Persian Gulf Star Oil Co. (PGSOC), Iran’s largest fuel producer, has raised its contribution to the country’s petrol supply to about 45% since the outbreak of the joint US-Israeli war on the country, its main shareholder said.
Mauritius’ fuel fund deficit widens to $69mn on Middle East crisis
Mauritius' State Trading Corporation (STC) has accumulated a Rs3.28bn ($69mn) deficit in its Price Stabilisation Account as the conflict in the Middle East continues to drive fuel market volatility, Defi Media reported on July 11.
South Africa proposes 60-day strategic oil reserve as supply risks mount
South Africa has proposed rebuilding its strategic petroleum reserves to cover 60 days, with additional mandatory stockholding requirements for private fuel suppliers.
Africa secures $900mn in new clean-cooking finance commitments
African countries have secured $900mn in new clean-cooking finance commitments, lifting total pledges announced since 2024 to more than $3.1bn, according to the International Energy Agency.
Iran petchem research firm seeks deeper ties with domestic catalyst makers
Iran’s state-owned Petrochemical Research and Technology Co. (PRTC) plans to further work with domestic firms to develop catalyst production, the company’s chief executive said.
Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority declares Hormuz transit 'impossible'
Iran's newly created Persian Gulf Strait Authority has declared transit through the Strait of Hormuz impossible, citing US military activity and formalising the closure of the world's most important oil chokepoint.
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