Africa Energy Bank Gears Up for H1 2025 Launch
The Africa Energy Bank is set to address the continent’s energy financing challenges, with strong support from key members including the Republic of Congo, Ghana, Nigeria and Angola.
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AMW 2025
Africa’s Strategic Diplomacy Fuels Mining Sector Growth
As Africa cements its role in global supply chains, strategic partnerships with the U.S., EU, China and more are driving investment in the continent’s mining sector, shaping the future of critical minerals and energy security.
Namibia
ReconAfrica to Spud Prospect 1 Well in Namibia in Q2, 2025
The company has accelerated the drilling timeframe, targeting 365 million barrels of unrisked and 32 million barrels of risked petroleum resources at the Damara Fold Belt.
South Africa
South Africa Seeks Private Investment to Revitalize Freight Networks
The country plans to officially open a Request for Proposals in August 2025.
South Africa
South Africa Brings 800MW Kusile Station Unit Online
The addition of the final unit of the Kusile Power Station adds 800MW to the country’s national grid.
Petrobras Targets Africa with 2025 Drilling Campaign
Petrobras is ramping up its exploration efforts in Africa, with drilling set to begin this year in São Tomé and Príncipe and South Africa, Reuters reports.
South Africa
Mantashe: Shale Gas Key to South Africa’s Energy Future
South African Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe has reaffirmed the importance of shale gas and offshore oil exploration, despite international pressure to shift toward a greener economy.
South Africa: Renergen Produces Commercial Liquid Helium
The breakthrough marks Renergen’s entrance into the commercial helium market.
African Mining Week
Canada’s $37B Mining Investment in Africa Boosted by New Africa Strategy
Canadian mining firms, with over $37 billion invested in Africa, are driving exploration and production growth across the continent, with key players set to showcase investment opportunities at African Mining Week 2025.
South Africa
Technical Work Completed for South Africa’s Gas Master Plan
Insights into the Gas Master Plan were shared during the Southern Africa Oil & Gas Conference in Cape Town. The African Energy Chamber was a Strategic Partner of the event.
