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Rwanda to Boost Power Access by Off-Grid Connects
UK’s non-profit organization, Energy 4 Impact, has taken the role to assist the Rwandan government in providing access to electricity for rural inhabitants through off-grid connections, as the government of Rwanda seeks to push national electricity coverage to 70% by 2018.
South Africa To Consider Deregulating Liquid Fuels
South Africa’s Deputy Director-General of Petroleum and Petroleum product regulation, Tesliso Maqubela, announced that the country’s Department of Energy plans to initiate talks with the petroleum industry concerning the deregulation of liquid fuels.
West Africa to Ship 60 Oil Cargos to Asia in September
The amount of West African crude oil heading east in September is expected to reach a five-month high, driven in part by trading houses. At least 60 cargoes, carrying the equivalent of 1.9mb/d are expected to make the journey.
Scatec Solar Adds 22 MW to Jordan’s Power Grid
Norwegian solar developer Scatec Solar, has started operating a 22 MW photovoltaic (PV) plant in Jordan, which is developed in partnership with local ECP European Jordanian Renewable Energy (EJRE) and considered the company's third solar park in Jordan.
Kenya Expands Mombasa Port to Support Oil, Gas Growth
To support its growing oil and gas markets, Kenya inaugurated the first part of a new container terminal at Mombasa which is expected to boost by 50% the volume of cargo handled by East Africa's largest seaport.
Algeria, Iran Talked Oil Market Balance
Algeria and Iran discussed the possibility of developing mutual relations in various fields in the energy sectors and a possible oil production freeze agreement with OPEC countries.
Tanzania Slated as Regional Leader in Oil and Gas Exploration
The Tanzanian government is set to become East Africa’s leading country in the exploration of oil and natural gas within the next decade, given that the country ensures that fiscal and regulatory structures are in place to support the government's gas plans.
Islamic State Set Fire to Iraqi Oil Wells
Islamic State militants set fire to four oil wells in Qayyara, south of Mosul before abandoning the city in mid August.
