Ghana has signed a landmark Memorandum of Intent with Eni and its Offshore Cape Three Points (OCTP) partners — Vitol and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) — to scale up oil and gas production while accelerating sustainable energy development. The signing ceremony, held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra during Africa Oil Week, was...
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Mahama Announces GNPC to Drill Two New Exploration Wells by 2026
President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) and its exploration subsidiary, Explorco, are on course to drill two new exploration wells before the close of the third quarter of 2026.Speaking at the Africa Oil Week in Accra, the President reiterated his government’s resolve to work closely with both current...
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Ghana Calls for Just Energy Transition at APPO CEOs Forum
Delivering opening remarks on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, Ghana’s delegation set the tone for the 7th African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) National Oil Companies CEOs Forum held in Accra. The address underscored APPO’s role as a critical platform for collaboration among Africa’s national oil companies, ensuring the continent’s voice and priorities are firmly...
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Star Oil emerged as the 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐌𝐂 at this year’s Petfun Games, sweeping an impressive 4 trophies, 2 medals and 2 special awards! 🥇🥇🥇🥇 We are proud to say that we are not only Ghana’s largest petroleum company, but also the champions of fun, teamwork, and sportsmanship. 💪🎉 At Star Oil, we fuel excellence...
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GNPC Launches 40th Anniversary Celebrations with Presidential Gala at Jubilee House
The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) has kicked off its 40th anniversary celebrations with a Presidential Gala Dinner at the Jubilee House, Accra, under the theme “From Resource to Reality: 40 Years of Impact and Innovation.”The prestigious event brought together dignitaries from across Africa’s energy landscape, including delegates attending the 7th African Petroleum Producers’ Organization...
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7th APPO NOCs Meeting in Accra Fosters Continental Cooperation
Accra, Ghana, hosted the 7th African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) National Oil Companies (NOCs) Meeting, reinforcing the country’s growing influence in Africa’s energy sector. The two-day summit, held from September 14 to 15, brought together CEOs and senior officials from 19 African oil-producing nations, including all 18 APPO member countries. The gathering was hosted by...
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GNPC Boss Kwame Ntow Amoah Named Chairman of APPO
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Kwame Ntow Amoah, has assumed the role of Chairman of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO), marking a new chapter for Ghana’s leadership in Africa’s energy sector. His appointment was confirmed at the 7th APPO National Oil Companies CEOs Meeting in Accra on Monday,...
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COMAC Urges Government to Stabilise Cedi Amid Rising Fuel Price Concerns
The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has successfully hosted the 2025 edition of its annual Petroleum Fun Games (PetFun) at the Burma Camp Sports Complex in Accra. Held under the theme “Beyond the Pump: Energizing Wellness, Unity, and Team Spirit,” the event brought together players from across Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector, including Oil Marketing...
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$121M Oil & Gas Push: Why Egypt’s New Deals Could Shift Africa’s Energy Map.
Agreements serve several important purposes: Investor Confidence – By attracting established companies like Apache, Dragon Oil, and Perenco, Egypt signals to global markets that it remains an attractive destination for oil and gas investment. Job Creation and Services – Exploration projects generate contracts for local drilling services, seismic survey companies, and logistics providers, creating economic...
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COMAC Hosts Successful Petroleum Fun Games 2025 in Accra
The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has successfully hosted the 2025 edition of its annual Petroleum Fun Games (PetFun) at the Burma Camp Sports Complex in Accra. Held under the theme “Beyond the Pump: Energizing Wellness, Unity, and Team Spirit,” the event brought together players from across Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector, including Oil Marketing...