AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoIvory Coast Gas Deal: Panoro Energy agreed to buy DNO’s indirect 9.09% stake in four producing offshore gas fields in Block CI-27 for $80m, boosting its West Africa gas footprint as the country’s domestic supply grows. South Africa Renewables Push: Nersa says registered renewable projects in South Africa have crossed R400bn in investment, with 124 new facilities (804MW) added in the latest period—though grid buildout remains the bottleneck. Electricity Pricing Reform: South Africa’s electricity minister Ramokgopa is pressing ahead with tariff reforms aimed at easing the burden on households and keeping mining and industry viable. Energy Security & Fraud Risks: Eskom’s diesel accounting probe alleges fuel was paid for but not delivered, while cybercriminals are also impersonating brands and agencies to steal bank access via smartphones. Oil Price Watch: Nigeria’s Dangote refinery raised petrol gantry prices by N20/litre as Brent pushed above $93/bbl amid renewed Iran-related supply fears. Regional Energy Diplomacy: The US-Africa Energy & Investment Forum at AEW 2026 (Oct 12–16, Cape Town) will focus on financing, technology transfer and unlocking capital for African energy projects.
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