PTT Exploration and Production Plc was close to finalizing an investment decision on Rovuma Offshore Area 1 in Mozambique delayed from 2015 due to the complicated process of obtaining licenses from local and central governments and unclear business models.
The Algerian state-owned, Sonatrach, declared that the Tiguentourine gas plant will resume full production with the start of its third train before the end of 2016, after a militant attack halted operations in the facility during 2013.
West African top exporters reached a record high of 726.4mb total, in October, which is 45.45bm in total, higher than September, with Nigeria and Angola leading the charge.
Iran ruled out a payment to Turkey of 25% economic compensation for the cut in the export of natural gas to the Eurasian country, which triggered a legal dispute.
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a deal on the joint exploration of oil, methane gas and other natural wealth in Lake Kivu, with an aim of producing energy for the people of both countries.
Kenya's energy industry regulator has delayed issuing a license for a planned 1,000MW coal-fired power plant due to concerns about its potential environmental impact.
Saudi's PetroRabigh announced that it will suspend the operations of its ethane cracker unit for 21 days. The suspension will start mid November to complete the temporary maintenance and safety work.
Houston’s Vaalco Energy exited the Angolan market, discontinuing all operations, as the company picked up stake in Etame off Gabon during the third quarter of 2016, narrowing its focus and reducing costs.