The Federal Government called for additional time to address the country’s ongoing electricity issues as 17 generation and distribution licenses stand for either renewal or revocation tomorrow. This mirrors past…
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Advocating for gender balance, the Women in Energy Network (WIEN) challenges President Bola Tinubu to uphold a 35% gender inclusion policy in key governmental roles. Determined to bolster affirmative action,…
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In a significant leap towards rural electrification, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has formed a strategic partnership with the Africa Mini-grid Developers Association (AMDA). The groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding, signed…
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Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, struggles to keep its petrol prices affordable amid rising global crude oil prices and depreciating naira. But another factor is adding to the cost of…
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Nigeria’s Petroleum Minister Advocates for Nigerian Content to Fulfill Renewed Hope Agenda
Lagos, October 12, 2023 – Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, emphasized the importance of executing the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act…
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Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, called on Nigerians yesterday to be patient with the Bola Tinubu administration, giving assurances that the ongoing power sector crisis will soon be resolved. Speaking…
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The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Ltd (KETRACO) is gearing up for a groundbreaking initiative in the nation’s power transmission domain. The entity has recently secured funding from Agence Française de…
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South African Minister for Electricity, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, underscored the significance of inter-African collaboration in advancing decarbonisation and fortifying energy security across the continent. Speaking at the UNESCO 9th Africa…
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The National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, demanding swift action on pressing power sector challenges. Top of these…
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Namibia Capitalizes on Mineral Riches, Eyes Greener Economy, Local Value Addition
Namibia stands as the world’s fourth-largest uranium oxide producer and the eighth-largest diamond producer. Beyond these, the country boasts substantial reserves of base metals, precious metals, and rare earth elements.…