U.S. energy company Murphy Oil Corporation has announced an oil discovery at the Bubale-1X exploration well in Block C1-709 offshore Ivory Coast, marking another step in the country’s expanding upstream development. The discovery reinforces Ivory Coast’s position as one of West Africa’s fastest-growing exploration destinations and supports its ambition to become one of Africa’s top...
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GNPC Highlights Need for Investment, Infrastructure, and in Securing Ghana’s Energy Future
As Ghana’s demand for natural gas continues to grow, sustained investment, infrastructure development, and strong partnerships will be crucial to securing the country’s long-term energy future. This was a key message from the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) at this year’s West Africa Gas Summit (WAGS) held in Accra, where policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and...
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GNPC Highlights Need for Investment, Infrastructure, Partnerships in Securing Ghana’s Oil & Gas Future
GNPC Highlights Need for Investment, Infrastructure, Partnerships in Securing Ghana’s Oil & Gas FutureThe Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) has emphasized that sustaining Ghana’s burgeoning demand for natural gas hinges on long-term capital injection, strategic infrastructure expansion, and robust multi-stakeholder partnerships. This central position was advanced during the West Africa Gas Summit (WAGS 2026) in...
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Electricity tariffs up 3.49%, water 0.85% effective July 1
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced an upward review of electricity and water tariffs, set to take effect from July 1, 2026. Under the new directive, electricity tariffs will rise by 3.49 per cent across the board, while water tariffs will see a marginal increase of 0.85 per cent. According to the regulatory...
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Energy Minister Meets SEforALL CEO to Strengthen Collaboration on Energy Access and Sustainability
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has held discussions with the Chief Executive Officer of Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), Damilola Ogunbiyi, on strengthening cooperation between Ghana and the global energy organization. The meeting focused on deepening collaboration to support Ghana’s energy transition agenda and advance national priorities in energy...
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Infrastructure to Reduce Exposure to Volatile
Oil ShocksThe Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) has advocated for the urgent deployment of decentralized solar power infrastructure paired with storage systems across Africa to protect domestic economies from volatile international crude price shocks.According to the international policy think tank, moving toward localized renewable energy solutions is critical to dismantling the systemic vulnerabilities that leave...
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Analysis: Experts Urge Caution Over Voltaian Basin Funding Push
Calls to mobilise Ghanaian capital to finance exploration in the Voltaian Basin have reignited debate over the country’s upstream petroleum strategy, with energy policy experts arguing that governance and project sequencing should take precedence over domestic fundraising.The discussion comes just days after the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) renewed its appeal for strategic partners to...
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INDUSTRY : Inside The First Luxury Petrol Station That’s A Huge Success In South Africa
The Pantry has turned a traditional petrol station stop into a destination where customers can fill up their vehicles, shop for groceries, and enjoy restaurant-quality meals. The idea for The Pantry began during the Covid-19 pandemic, when the Marble Hospitality Group sought a way to restructure its business, as restaurants were among the hardest-hit industries....
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Jinapor Advocates Africa-Led Just Energy Transition at Africa Energy Forum
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has underscored the need for Africa to pursue a just energy transition that reflects the continent’s unique development priorities while advancing sustainability goals. Speaking during a panel discussion on “What Does a Just Energy Transition Mean for Africa?” at the Africa Energy Forum in...