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Iran petchem research firm seeks deeper ties with domestic catalyst makers
Iran’s state-owned Petrochemical Research and Technology Co. (PRTC) plans to further work with domestic firms to develop catalyst production, the company’s chief executive said.
Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority declares Hormuz transit 'impossible'
Iran's newly created Persian Gulf Strait Authority has declared transit through the Strait of Hormuz impossible, citing US military activity and formalising the closure of the world's most important oil chokepoint.
Kenya’s Ruto puts Kindiki in charge of government coordination for $17bn Dangote refinery
Kenya’s President William Ruto has appointed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to oversee government coordination of the proposed $17bn East African oil refinery, as the project moves towards implementation
Nigeria’s Dangote reveals funding plan for Kenyan refinery project
Dangote Group CEO and Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote has offered new details on how he plans to finance his proposed refinery in Kenya – currently one of Africa’s most ambitious energy projects.
Trump announces ceasefire with Iran is 'over'
US President Donald Trump has called the ceasefire with Iran “over,” naming Iranian leadership as “cuckoo” and “scum” following exchanges of fire on July 8.
Nigeria moves ahead with plan to have Chinese firms to revive Port Harcourt, Warri refineries
Nigeria is pursuing its strategy of refinery revival by pressing ahead with a performance-based partnership with two Chinese firms, moving away from previous rehabilitation contracts that have yielded little results.
Angola LNG begins 32-day shutdown at Soyo plant, output set to fall 80%
Angola LNG has begun a planned 32-day maintenance shutdown at its Soyo plant, suspending LNG and related gas liquids production and reducing monthly output and loading by about 80%.
Nigeria's Dangote pledges $2bn for Gambia solar plant and fuel storage project
Nigerian entrepreneur Aliko Dangote has pledged a $2bn strategic investment partnership with The Gambia covering a proposed 250 MW solar power plant and petroleum products storage terminal.
Kenya-based clean cooking startup Koko Networks assets put up for sale
Koko used bioethanol/ethanol cooking fuel distributed through smart canisters and automated fuel stations.
Dangote confirms planned Kenya refinery could cost up to $17bn
A planned oil refinery on Kenya's coast backed by Africa's richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, could cost as much as $17bn, making it one of the largest energy investments ever proposed in East Africa
Rwanda to receive first Oman fuel shipment in August under Kenya, Tanzania supply deals
Rwanda expects its first Oman-sourced fuel shipment in early August under new Kenya and Tanzania supply agreements aimed at boosting fuel security and regional petroleum trade.
Kenya clears $61mn in fuel subsidy arrears to ease pressure on oil marketers
Kenya has paid KES7.9bn ($61.12mn) in outstanding fuel subsidy claims to oil importers, providing relief to oil marketing companies that have faced mounting cash flow pressures and intermittent fuel supply disruptions in recent months
Dangote to fund Kenya oil refinery with cash, bonds and IPO proceeds
Dangote Group plans to finance a proposed 700,000-bpd oil refinery in Kenya through internal cash flow, bonds and IPO proceeds, with the project planned for Lamu.
US tightens sanctions on Iranian oil trade
The US has moved to close a brief window of flexibility on Iranian energy exports, revoking a June authorisation and replacing it with a narrow wind‑down period that runs only until July 17
Uganda farmers file UK lawsuit seeking to halt $5.6bn EACOP oil pipeline
Four Ugandan farmers have filed a case at the UK High Court seeking to stop crude oil from flowing through the $5.6bn East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP).
ADNOC Distribution to buy Shell South Africa fuel network for $1bn
ADNOC Distribution has agreed to acquire Shell Downstream South Africa for $1bn, gaining 580 fuel stations and expanding its African retail footprint.
Namibia clears Vitol to supply Nasan under emergency fuel deal
Namibia has suspended a competition restriction barring Nasan Energies from sourcing fuel from Vitol, citing emergency fuel security concerns.
Nigeria convenes stakeholders on fair gasoline price reductions
Nigeria has held a stakeholders' meeting with Dangote Refinery, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), petroleum marketers and industry groups to discuss fair reductions in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit
BOC moves to restore output as Iraq tests Hormuz alternatives
Iraq’s BOC has moved to restore output from three of the country’s largest oilfields
Iraq’s US‑led energy realignment shapes production, exports and power
Iraq is deepening ties with US energy firms to reshape crude output, export routes and electricity supply, concentrating influence over future incremental barrels and grid resilience
Nigeria's Dangote Refinery raises $750mn in debut international bond
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised $750mn through its debut international bond issue, strengthening the Nigerian company’s balance sheet as the Dangote Group prepares for a wider capital-raising cycle.
Angola targets regional refining hub status through downstream expansion
Angola is accelerating plans to become a major refining and petroleum trading hub in Africa via investments in refineries, fuel storage and logistics infrastructure aimed at reducing its dependence on imported fuels and expanding regional exports.
Namibia cuts fuel prices, revamps procurement system after $80mn support bill
Namibia has reduced fuel prices for July and announced an overhaul of its fuel procurement system after spending about $80mn cushioning consumers from rising global oil prices, the government has said.
TA'ZIZ launches joint feasibility study with Covestro, XRG
TA’ZIZ has announced that it will be launching a joint feasibility study with Covestro and XRG to decide on the development of a methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) plant at TA’ZIZ’s Industrial Chemicals Zone in Abu Dhabi.
Iraqi crude begins to move through the Strait of Hormuz
14mn barrels of Iraq’s formerly trapped oil have now been able to leave through the Strait of Hormuz following the commencement of peace talks between the US and Iran over the past 10 days.
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