The Chief Executive Officer of Babona Service Station, Mr. Felix Asare Mensah, has credited quality service, affordable products, and credibility as the driving forces behind his company’s resilience and growth over the past 18 years. Speaking at the launch of the rebranded MISA at his Weija facility, Mr. Asare Mensah explained that customer trust remains...
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PETROFUND expands training drive with 2026 scholarships after 432 trained
The Petroleum Training and Education Fund (PETROFUND) says it has trained 432 Namibians to date as it moves to strengthen the country’s skills base in the oil and gas sector.Shoki Kandjimi, CPRP, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Officer at PETROFUND, said the fund will this year take in a new cohort as part of its scholarship...
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MISA Unveils First Service Station in Weija, Marks New Era in Ghana’s Oil Marketing Sector
MISA Unveils First Service Station in Weija, Marks New Era in Ghana’s Oil Marketing Sector The Chief Executive Officer of MISA Energy Brent Nartey has officially unveiled the company’s first branded service station at Weija, describing the milestone as a bold step in its journey to becoming a leading African energy brand. Speaking at the...
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Trump withholds Venezuelan oil approval for non-U.S. majors
Bloomberg) — The Trump administration is withholding approval for several Western oil majors seeking to operate in Venezuela, ramping up pressure on Nicolás Maduro’s government even as Chevron Corp. is allowed to work there, according to people familiar with the matter.The pause is focused on non-U.S. firms, leaving companies including Spain’s Repsol SA, Italy’s Eni...
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Tema Port Gears Up for 24-Hour Petroleum Operations Under NPA-GPHA Collaboration
Ghana’s ambition to roll out a 24-Hour Economy in strategic sectors is gaining momentum, with the Port of Tema set to become the first petroleum hub to operate around the clock. The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) and the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) are spearheading preparations to transform the oil jetty into a 24/7...
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Aker BP makes ‘significant’ oil discovery in Norwegian North Sea
Aker BP has completed its Omega Alfa exploration campaign in the Norwegian North Sea, resulting in a significant oil discovery that adds substantial new resources to the Yggdrasil area. The recoverable volume is estimated at 96-134 million barrels of oil equivalent (MMboe).Omega Alfa is among the largest commercial discoveries in Norway in a decade. Building...
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COMAC and Tamale Technical University Forge Partnership to Advance Petroleum Marketing Education
The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has initiated a landmark partnership with Tamale Technical University (TaTU) aimed at strengthening petroleum marketing education and developing the next generation of professionals for Ghana’s downstream energy sector. A high-level COMAC delegation, led by its Chief Executive Officer Dr. Riverson Oppong, and accompanied by the Chamber’s Head of...
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Ghana’s Pivotal Role in Africa’s Green Energy Future
Africa is entering a decisive phase in its energy transformation, and Ghana is well-positioned to lead the charge. As demand for electricity grows alongside climate imperatives, the country faces the dual challenge of maximizing oil and gas resources while fast-tracking renewables and preparing for nuclear power all underpinned by stronger climate governance. Ghana’s Energy Mix:...
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PHDC Launches Second “Let’s Go to Asia” Initiative in Japan
The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) has kicked off the second edition of its flagship “Let’s Go to Asia” initiative in Japan, coinciding with the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD-9). The programme is designed to deepen Ghana-Japan cooperation by connecting Ghanaian businesses with Japanese public and private sector institutions. It provides a...
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GOIL PLC Board Embarks on Onboarding and Familiarization Tour
The Board of Directors of GOIL PLC has begun an onboarding and familiarization programme with visits to key operational sites in Accra. Their first stop was the nearly completed new Head Office complex at Dzorwulu, which features green and sustainable systems such as solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and multiple power and water supply sources. Board...