Uganda Targets Asian Markets as First Crude Oil Exports Approach
Uganda is preparing to enter the international crude oil market, targeting Asian refiners for its first exports of “Pearl Sweet” crude from early 2027 as the country moves closer to
Durban to Host Major Africa Trade and Hosted Buyer Platform in October
Durban will host Engage Trade and Services Africa from October 6 to 8, 2026, bringing international buyers together with African exporters and service providers for three days of business matchmaking,
Dangote Refinery Exports More Fuel as Petrol Imports Capture 43% of Nigeria’s Market
Nigeria’s refining revolution is producing an unexpected outcome: Africa’s largest refinery is increasingly exporting petrol even as imported fuel captures a growing share of the country’s domestic market. The $20
India Turns to Algeria for Cheaper LPG As Energy Supply Strategy Shifts
India’s largest state-owned oil company, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), has signed a deal with Algeria’s state energy company Sonatrach to import liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from 2027 as India seeks
Dangote Refinery Challenges US Fuel Exporters as Global Refining Trade Routes Shift
Nigeria’s Dangote refinery is emerging as a significant competitor to US fuel exporters in Europe as geopolitical conflicts and shipping disruptions reshape global petroleum trade and create new opportunities for
Afreximbank’s Africa Trade Gateway Completes First Southern African Energy Trade Deal
Image/ Dr Elombi The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has recorded a major milestone in digital trade across the continent after its Africa Trade Gateway (ATG) successfully facilitated a US$5.3 million
New LPG Terminal Set To Boost East Africa’s Clean Energy Supply Chain
A major investment in East Africa’s energy infrastructure is set to reshape the region’s liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) market, as Tanzanian energy company Taifa Gas nears completion of a new
Afreximbank Backs Nigerian Firm With $200 Million To Advance Africa’s Energy Infrastructure
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has approved a US$200 million financing package for Nigeria’s Shoreline Power Company Limited, reinforcing its commitment to developing African-owned engineering firms capable of delivering large-scale
NOGC 2026 Connects Namibia’s Energy Ambitions with Local Opportunity
20 July 2026 – Windhoek, Namibia – The Namibia Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition (NOGC) will return to Windhoek from 18–20 August 2026 with an expanded programme focused on…
Tanzania’s Richest Man Bets $275 Million on Graphite Mining to Power Global EV Battery Supply Chain
Mohammed Dewji’s MeTL Group is investing $275 million in Tanzania’s graphite sector as global demand for electric vehicle battery minerals accelerates, positioning the country as a key player in the