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KEY POINTS The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, has blamed wholesalers, retailers, supply shortages, and distribution challenges for the continued rise in the price of cooking gas …

KEY POINTS Microsoft and Chevron have announced plans to develop one of the largest natural gas-powered data centre projects in the United States, marking a significant step in addressing the …

Civil society group GALA has given Gambia’s national utility NAWEC a 10-day ultimatum to restore reliable electricity and water after months of damaging outages.

Sahara Group has launched a $5,000 energy journalism fellowship open to African journalists across print, electronic and digital media until October 30, 2026.

Rwanda has set a June 8 cut-off date for land compensation affecting 1,232 households as the 206MW Ruzizi III regional hydropower project advances.

Nigeria’s gas minister has ordered regulators and security agencies to clamp down on marketers hoarding and diverting LPG as cooking gas prices climb sharply.

KEY POINTS • Petrol depot prices in Lagos fell across most terminals as competition and supply changes continue to influence Nigeria’s downstream oil market. • Dangote Refinery maintained relative stability …

KEY POINTS • The Federal Government has held an emergency meeting with stakeholders to address rising cooking gas (LPG) prices in Nigeria. • Officials cited high landing costs and supply …

KEY POINTS • Azule Energy, backed by Eni and bp, has approved the Greater PAJ offshore oil project in Angola following a final investment decision. • The project will combine …

KEY POINTS • Johannesburg’s electricity supply is under threat due to a R5.3 billion debt owed to Eskom, raising concerns over possible power disruptions. • Despite temporary relief measures and …