Nicholas Nhede

Ghana and the UAE are deepening trade relations while strengthening cooperation in various strategic sectors of the economy, including renewable energy, education and climate protection.

Offshore drilling contractor Noble Corporation has secured a $171 million contract with independent energy firm Tullow Ghana to deploy its Noble Venturer drillship for exploration services in the west African country.

Countries in North Africa - including Egypt, Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia - are advancing cooperation with global partners to advance the development of integrated energy projects.

The initiative will be spearheaded in partnership with international oil companies operating in Libya as well as local institutions.

African countries are leveraging policy reform to strengthen their respective investment environments, seeking to address market challenges such as capital limitations and low energy access.

Rich in platinum group metals (PGMs), copper, manganese, cobalt and more, South Africa's critical mineral market offers significant growth potential.

South Africa has announced 16 winners for the 7th Bid Window of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Program (REIPPPP) and

Africa's energy landscape is rapidly evolving, with several markets emerging as key frontiers for oil, gas, and renewable energy development.

The demand for petroleum products including diesel and hydrocracking units will remain strong between 2024 and 2025, market research firm Rystad Energy forecasts.

Chinese mining company Ganfeng Lithium has commenced production at the Goulamina spodumene project in Mali.