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Zawya
21-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 to Fuel Regional Investment as Southern Africa Advances Oil & Gas (O&G) Development
From significant oil deposits in Namibia's Orange Basin to untapped potential in South Africa to gas frontiers onshore Zimbabwe and developments in Mozambique and Angola, Southern Africa has emerged as a highly-promising oil and gas market. However, to unlock the full potential of the industry, investors need to rally, providing the much-needed capital and technology to boost energy development across the region. African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies – taking place September 29 to October 2, 2025 - will highlight Southern Africa's energy potential, from major projects and exploration campaigns to investment opportunities and emerging challenges. By uniting regional governments, major operators and global stakeholders, the event fosters collaboration, serving as a catalyst for South African energy development. Angola Drives Exploration Towards Near-Term Production Sub-Saharan Africa's second-largest oil producer, Angola continues to leverage industry reform to accelerate exploration and development. Seeking to maintain oil output above one million barrels per day while increasing natural gas production, the country is preparing to launch the final bid round of its six-year licensing strategy in Q1, 2025. Offering nine blocks for exploration in the deepwater Kwanza and Benguela basins, the round is expected to entice major deepwater players to expand their portfolios offshore Angola. To further support production growth, the country introduced five marginal fields for exploration in 2024 and continues to promote blocks available on direct negotiation. Major projects such as the Cabinda Oil Refinery (2025); the New Gas Consortium (early-2026); and the Agogo Integrated West Hub Development (mid-2026) are also set to fuel production. Mozambique Targets LNG Advancement With over 100 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of gas resources in the Rovuma Basin, Mozambique is pushing ahead with several large-scale LNG projects. These include the operational 3.4 million ton per annum (MTPA) Coral South FLNG project; the under-development 3.37 MTPA Coral North project; the 18 MTPA Rovuma LNG project; and the 13 MTPA Mozambique LNG project. Despite delays, operators are committed to accelerating development. While pushing the Mozambique LNG project timeline from 2027 to 2029/2030, TotalEnergies expects a U.S. loan approval to be restored under the Trump administration in the coming weeks. ExxonMobil also anticipates FID for the Rovuma project by 2026, paving the way for advanced development. Namibia: The Next Deepwater Oil Producer Following a string of discoveries in the offshore Orange Basin, Namibia is working towards first oil production by 2029. The Venus-1X discovery by TotalEnergies is at the forefront of this goal, with the French major seeking to finalize its phase one development plan in 2025 and make FID in 2026. However, the development of the Mopane well – situated in PEL 83 and operated by oil and gas firm Galp - could bring the timeline to first production much closer. Two discoveries were made at the Mopane 1-A well and the Mopane 2-A well, and the operator is now seeking a farm-in partner to develop the asset. Other companies such as Shell, Petrobras, Africa Oil Corp, Chevron and more are also investing offshore while independents including ReconAfrica and Sintana Energy are conducting exploration and appraisal drilling onshore. South Africa Prioritizes Gas Exploration, Renewable Expansion Two offshore basins have generated significant interest by foreign player in South Africa: the Southern Outeniqua Basin and the Orange Basin. Southern Outeniqua featured two major gas discoveries made by TotalEnergies (Luiperd and Brulpadda) in 2019 and 2020, representing some of Africa's biggest finds made during the period. While TotalEnergies exited the Southern Outeniqua basin in 2024, the company has turned its attention to South Africa's Orange Basin, hoping to mirror upstream success in neighboring Namibia. Other firms including Africa Oil Corp, Shell and Petrobras are investing in the Orange Basin, and all eyes are on future discoveries offshore South Africa. Zimbabwe: An Onshore Gas Frontier Zimbabwe made headlines in 2022 when Invictus Energy announced successful drilling activities at the Mukuyu-1 well at the onshore Cabora Bassa Project. This was followed by the discovery of gas at the Mukuyu-2 well in 2023, with the find revealing the potential for 20 TCF of gas resources. In 2025, the company completed an independence review of the Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement, which would enable the Invictus Energy to unlock value-sharing from the project. Going forward, the company is pursuing a 3D seismic survey alongside appraisal drilling and well testing to further delineate the resource potential while refining development plans and improving the operational efficiency. All eyes are on the project as Zimbabwe strives to bring its first natural gas development to fruition. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber. About AEW: Invest in African Energies: AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit for more information about this exciting event.
Zawya
13-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 to Explore Africa's Gas Expansion as Azule Energy Advances the Quiluma & Maboqueiro (Q&M) Project
International energy company Azule Energy has completed the offshore platforms for Angola's first non-associated gas project. The Quiluma platform has been loaded out and sailed away from the Ambriz Petromar Yard, joining the Maboqueiro platform which sailed away in December 2024. The move represents a milestone for the project as it targets first gas production in late-2025 or early-2026. The development aligns with Angola's two-fold approach to oil and gas development, whereby the country strives to boost oil production through exploration while increasing gas processing capacity and exports. This approach was outlined during African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2024, with an Angolan country spotlight sharing insight into major projects such as the Quiluma&Maboqueiro (Q&M) development. At the 2025 edition of AEW: Invest in African Energies, further updates on Angola's hydrocarbon strategy will be showcased, as the event drives discussions around Africa's emerging gas economy. AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit for more information about this exciting event. Developed by the New Gas Consortium (NGC) – comprising Azule Energy as the operator, Cabinda Gulf Oil Company, Sonangol P&P and TotalEnergies – the Q&M development will harness gas resources from the Quiluma and Maboqueiro shallow water fields. An onshore facility will process gas from the fields, connecting to the country's sole LNG facility in Soyo: Angola LNG. All the requisite commercial deals for the project were signed in December 2024, aimed at expediting gas production. The project is expected to contribute to Angola's broader goal of increasing the share of natural gas in the energy matrix to 25%, serving as a benchmark for other emerging gas producers in Africa. While Angola has been producing and exporting LNG for several years, most of the gas has been derived from associated gas projects, thereby monetizing previously-flared resources at offshore oil projects. However, to further boost LNG capacity, the country is looking at non-associated gas opportunities, with the Q&M project leading the way in this endeavor. The project highlights both the commercial potential available in developing non-associated gas as well as the level of opportunity in this regard. Angola, for its part, has over 11 trillion cubic feet of proven gas resources and is inviting greater investment in exploration to unlock these resources. At the forefront of exploration efforts is the country's multi-year licensing strategy. Launched in 2019, the round aims to award up to 55 blocks for exploration by the end of 2025, with 32 concessions awarded to date. The final bid round in this strategy – a nine-block tender offering acreage in the Kwanza and Benguela offshore basins – will be launched in Q1, 2025. The country's upstream regulator – the National Oil, Gas&Biofuels Agency – continues to award blocks from the 2023 bid round, with three companies qualifying as operators for nine blocks onshore. Beyond the licensing round, Angola has 11 blocks available for exploration on direct negotiation and five marginal fields. This diverse investment model allows companies to invest out of the confines of a traditional licensing structure, thereby incentivizing greater participation by both foreign and local firms. Just this year, oil and gas company Red Sky Energy secured a 35% interest in Block 6/24 while Oando secured operatorship of KON 13, onshore. These efforts to boost investment in exploration are expected to support the country's gas production goals. By developing new fields, the country seeks to unlock additional reserves, with existing infrastructure and growing regional demand driving investment even further. This model can be replicated continent-wide, as regional neighbors turn recent discoveries into integrated oil and gas developments. 'We need to move beyond the thinking that natural gas is merely a transition fuel for Africa. Natural gas is the fuel of the future. With significant proven reserves, countries such as Angola stand to transform both their domestic and regional economies, accelerating industrialization and electrification through low-carbon gas projects. The milestone achieved by Azule Energy and its project partners should be commended. As the country's first non-associated gas project, the development signals the start of a new era of gas-driven growth in Angola,' states Tomás Gerbasio, VP Commercial and Strategic Engagement. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
Zawya
29-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Angola Oil & Gas (AOG'25) Kicks Off to Celebrate 50 Years of Angola's Independence and Its Leadership in the Oil Sector in Africa
The sixth edition of the Angola Oil&Gas (AOG) Conference&Exhibition was officially launched today, marking the beginning of a historic celebration. The event, scheduled for September 3-4, 2025, in Luanda, is the country's largest oil and gas investment platform, bringing together industry leaders, financiers, technology providers, and both local and international service providers. Under the theme 'Turning Dialogue into Business,' AOG 2025 promises to be the biggest edition yet, standing out for its B2B networking, promotion of strategic collaboration and support for signing agreements among key industry decision-makers. The conference also commemorates 50 years of Angola's independence and five decades of growth in the oil and gas industry, which has been achieved through factors such as transparent cooperation with major global operators, consistent investment, collaboration among industry stakeholders and continuous innovation. According to José Barroso, Angolan Secretary of State for Oil and Gas, 'the sixth edition of AOG 2025, organized this year as part of the celebration for the 50th anniversary of our independence, comes at an important time for Angola and the national oil and gas sector,' he said, adding that 'Angola's oil and gas sector marks 50 years of resilience and growth, offering a compelling investment opportunity for international partners and reaffirming its position as a hub for global industry leaders.' He further stated, 'As Angola's oil and gas sector celebrates 50 years of growth, we're showcasing its profitability to foreign investors. Events like AOG 2025 play a crucial role in boosting the sector, promoting Angola globally and attracting investment, ultimately driving economic and social progress." Meanwhile, Barroso highlighted that oil production was averaging over one million barrels per day, and that the country seeks to further increase output through a multifaceted investment approach, including the launch of its 2025 licensing round which will offer new blocks in the offshore Kwanza and Benguela basins, in addition to new opportunities in marginal fields. Angola's licensing round, scheduled for the first quarter of 2025, includes blocks 22, 35, 37, 38, and 36 in the Kwanza Basin, and blocks 40, 25, 39 and 26 in the Benguela Basin. Meanwhile, the available marginal fields cover areas in blocks 4, 14, 15, 17/06, and 18. The Incremental Production Initiative, which offers more attractive fiscal conditions, has been a key tool to maximize production from existing assets. In the natural gas sector, Angola is also striving to position itself as a major exporter, increasing the share of gas in the energy mix to 25%. The government is attracting new investments and technological innovations, with strategic projects such as Angola LNG. Among recent developments, Chevron launched the Sanha Lean Gas Connection Project in December 2024, while the New Gas Consortium expects to start producing non-associated gas by late 2025 or early 2026. Angola also presents investment opportunities in gas-to-power, LPG, and distribution projects, making it an increasingly attractive market for investors. In the downstream sector, the Cabinda Refinery is expected to begin operations in 2025, with an initial capacity of 30,000 barrels per day. Additionally, the Lobito and Soyo refinery projects are under development, with Angola seeking investors to accelerate their completion. Bráulio de Brito, President of AECIPA, emphasized the role of this initiative 'in developing local content, particularly in training national staff, implementing innovative and robust equipment and technology in Angola and Angolan companies, as well as in the growing openness of national banks to seriously consider projects and national entrepreneurs in the sector.' The President of AECIPA also stated that 'I hope the sixth edition of Angola Oil&Gas will break all records for business and professional participation, both international and national, and that it will be a moment to celebrate the country, the industry, and all those who, at the governmental and business levels, make it happen in Angola.' Meanwhile, Luís Conde, Conference Director at Energy Capital&Power, summed up the spirit of the event by stating, 'In honor of this golden jubilee, the Angola Oil&Gas 2025 Conference will celebrate Angola's legacy as one of the undisputed leaders in the oil and gas sector in Africa, while looking toward a future filled with opportunities. The event will transform today's conversations into partnerships, investments, and key contracts for the next 50 years.' Registrations for AOG 2025 are now open. To secure your spot and learn more about the event, visit: Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power. About AOG: Angola Oil&Gas is the leading platform dedicated to the future of oil and gas in the country, bringing together experts, investors, and decision-makers from around the world. Since its first edition, AOG has fostered transformative agreements that drive Angola's development as a regional energy powerhouse. In 2025, the conference promises to be a milestone in the African energy sector, solidifying Angola's role as a market leader.
