Nigeria has launched its first floating solar project with a Chinese contractor to build a 7MW plant at the University of Lagos lagoon campus.
The conflict raging in the Middle East has left many oil-importing nations in Sub-Saharan Africa exposed to significant crude supply shocks, but new LNG developments will only add to that risk, say experts.
Africa’s natural gas industry is growing, but has various challenges to navigate for both domestic and export projects, with dynamics also varying by region.
Egypt has discovered a new gas field in its Western Desert, but experts warn that the country’s gas expansion strategy still faces several risks.
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Several natural gas projects are under development in South Africa as the country seeks to ease energy shortages and reduce its dependence on coal, but there are calls for more renewables to be added to the energy mix.
At the Nigeria International Energy Summit, the country’s upstream regulator stressed the need for due process during IOCs' divestment in Nigeria amid Shell's sale.
A new Nigeria-Germany gas export deal has raised concerns about potential impact on decarbonisation targets.
Nigeria is planning to use compressed natural gas for public transportation in all states after a national petrol subsidy removal, but experts cite safety and other issues and are calling to replace gas with electrification instead.
The removal of a fuel subsidy led to higher fuel prices and affected the cost of living. Experts propose using gas as an alternative fuel option for generators in Nigeria but that raises safety, sustainability, and environmental concerns.
The Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline project intends to supply gas to Morocco, 13 West African nations, and Europe, but experts have raised concerns about vulnerabilities based on its long timeline, funding issues, security, regional instability, and environmental and health impact.
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The Nigerian government has signed a joint venture for Shiroro Generating Company's 20 MW solar-hydro hybrid project. Experts say the project will aid the energy transition and foster renewable energy growth.
The two tenders formed part of Algeria's national plan to install 15,000 MW of solar capacity by 2035.
A new Nigeria-Germany gas export deal has raised concerns about potential impact on decarbonisation targets.
An Africa Energy Chamber report advocates for Africa to minimise gas flaring, prioritise utilisation, impose penalties, and boost renewables.
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Senegal's latest Energy Policy Review outlines progress in renewable energy, highlighting challenges and emphasising the inclusive governance needed for sustainable economic growth.
Kenya's energy transition pathway aims for net zero emissions by 2050 through renewable energy adoption. Experts noted challenges including lack of infrastructure and financing.
African leaders and energy experts are convened at Nigeria International Energy Summit this week.
The two tenders formed part of Algeria's national plan to install 15,000 MW of solar capacity by 2035.
Uganda’s new energy transition plan marks progress but emissions reductions efforts could be complicated by the planned East African Crude Oil Pipeline, experts told Gas Outlook.
A new Nigeria-Germany gas export deal has raised concerns about potential impact on decarbonisation targets.
An Africa Energy Chamber report advocates for Africa to minimise gas flaring, prioritise utilisation, impose penalties, and boost renewables.
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An African Climate Foundation report highlights the challenges for African petrostates in leveraging their gas resources and suggests prioritising renewables due to the transition risks.
Shell has sold its Nigerian subsidiary to a local consortium for $2.4 billion, exiting onshore, prompting experts to raise environmental and legal concerns.
Uganda’s new energy transition plan marks progress but emissions reductions efforts could be complicated by the planned East African Crude Oil Pipeline, experts told Gas Outlook.
Security operatives set ablaze a vessel with 800,000 litres of stolen Nigerian crude oil, sparking environmental concerns.