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Category: African News
Congo Seeks Saudi Investment to Counter China’s Mining Influence
The Democratic Republic of Congo is seeking mining investors from Saudi Arabia to reduce its reliance on Chinese firms, which currently dominate the sector. Marcellin Paluku, a deputy cabinet director in Congo’s Ministry of Mines, highlighted the economic risks of depending on a single partner, noting that 80% of Congo’s mines involve Chinese companies. Congo… Read More »Congo Seeks Saudi Investment to Counter China’s Mining Influence
Rwanda Poised to Become Africa’s Newest Oil Producer
Rwanda is set to join Africa’s oil-producing nations following a significant oil discovery in Lake Kivu. According to the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board, a 2D seismic survey conducted from 2021 to 2022 identified 13 structural pockets and potential drilling locations with promising hydrocarbon reserves. This development aligns with the government’s strategy to diversify… Read More »Rwanda Poised to Become Africa’s Newest Oil Producer
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Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) strongly condemns armed attack on our healthcare workers in Nasir County
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) strongly condemns the armed attack on two of its clearly marked boats on the afternoon of Wednesday, 15 January 2025, in Upper Nile state, South Sudan. The boats, carrying six MSF staff members, were sailing on the river back to Ulang after delivering essential medical supplies to Nasir County hospital. This attack… Read More »Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) strongly condemns armed attack on our healthcare workers in Nasir County
The Gambia’s human rights record to be examined by Universal Periodic Review
The human rights record of The Gambia will be examined by the United Nations Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group for the fourth time on Tuesday, 21 January 2025, in a meeting in Geneva that will be webcast live. The Gambia is one of 14 States to be reviewed by the UPR Working… Read More »The Gambia’s human rights record to be examined by Universal Periodic Review
Gabon Oil Company (GOC), Gambia National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and South Africa National Petroleum Corporation (SANPC) at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025: African National Oil Companies (NOCs) Seek Strategic Partners for Growth
Africa’s leading national oil companies (NOCs) are set to take center stage at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Forum (www.Invest-Africa-Energy.com) in Paris, unveiling ambitious national energy agendas and seeking strategic international partnerships to advance the continent’s energy development. Scheduled for May 13-14, 2025, the forum offers a unique platform for Africa’s top NOCs… Read More »Gabon Oil Company (GOC), Gambia National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and South Africa National Petroleum Corporation (SANPC) at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025: African National Oil Companies (NOCs) Seek Strategic Partners for Growth
President Ramkalawan shares Seychelles’ perspective on Harnessing Blue Economy & Marine Conservation for Sustainable Energy Transition
The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan is currently leading the Seychelles delegation at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025, one of the world’s premier platforms for advancing sustainability and global climate action. At the summit, alongside other Heads of state and government, President Ramkalawan delivered a keynote statement during a… Read More »President Ramkalawan shares Seychelles’ perspective on Harnessing Blue Economy & Marine Conservation for Sustainable Energy Transition
West Africa: Civilians Unprotected in Conflicts
Armed groups and government forces in West Africa have committed atrocities with impunity in 2024, with thousands of dead and injured, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2025. For the 546-page world report, in its 35th edition, Human Rights Watch reviewed human rights practices in more than 100 countries. In much of the… Read More »West Africa: Civilians Unprotected in Conflicts
East Africa, Horn: Civilian Suffering in Armed Conflict
Civilians in East Africa and the Horn bore the brunt of armed conflicts between government forces and opposition armed groups in 2024, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2025. Throughout the region, the authorities have harassed activists and government critics and suppressed dissent. For the 546-page world report, in its 35th edition, Human… Read More »East Africa, Horn: Civilian Suffering in Armed Conflict
Congo’s Energy Growth: Service Providers Key to Unlocking Hydrocarbon Potential
With ambitions to boost oil production from 270,000 to 500,000 barrels per day in the next few years, service providers are instrumental in shaping the growth of the Republic of Congo’s exploration and production sector. Alongside this, the country’s focus on gas sector development – supported by its upcoming Gas Master Plan and new Gas… Read More »Congo’s Energy Growth: Service Providers Key to Unlocking Hydrocarbon Potential
