Court annuls permit for Eskom to build new gas power plant

One of South Africa's top courts on Wednesday annulled a government permit allowing state utility Eskom to build a large power plant burning natural gas, saying there had not been proper public consultation. The 3 000 MW plant in the east coast...

Energy Firms From China And Nigeria Submit Deepwater Bids

With 26 offshore deepwater blocks up for grabs, the Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries received four bids at the conclusion of the 2025 Deepwater Competitive Bid Round — all from two relatively new entrants to Trinidad and Tobago’s energy...

CEM Africa heads to Johannesburg on 20 November 2025

The CEM Africa, Johannesburg Edition takes place on 20 November 2025 at the NH Hotel, Sandton, convening senior CX leaders for a full day of practical workshops, peer learning and curated networking, culminating in the prestigious Customer...

South African court cancels Eskom's permission to build new gas-powered plant

A top court in South Africa on Wednesday revoked a government permit that allowed state utility Eskom build a large natural gas-burning power plant, claiming there was not a proper consultation with the public. The government is planning to build...

Zimbabwe agrees to $455m power plant refurbishment deal with Jindal

Zimbabwe has agreed to a $455m (R7.91bn), 15-year concession deal with the Africa-focused unit of India's Jindal Steel for the refurbishment of a 920-megawatt coal-fired power plant, says energy minister July Moyo. The work on six ageing units at...

Big Oil Returns To Exploration With A Bang

Energy security and affordability have trumped fears of stranded assets in recent years, prompting the world’s biggest international oil and gas firms to shift focus back to exploration after years of trying to develop clean energy solutions. Big...

Ghana signs US$1.5 billion deal with ENI and Vitol to boost oil and gas production

The government of Ghana has signed a memorandum of intent with ENI, Vitol and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) for a significant integrated strategic investment plan. The US$1.5 billion investment aims to enhance the nation's oil...

MTN, MTV Base champion online safety for youth across Africa

In a call to action, MTN Group and MTV Base have united policymakers, tech leaders, and civil society in a joint effort to protect young Africans from online harm and build a safer digital future. The message took center stage at the conclusion of...

2010 FIFA World Cup ranked ‘greatest ever’: a celebration of South African culture

The 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa left a lasting impression on both the country and the world. From the streets of Johannesburg to Cape Town, the nation was alive with excitement as people came together to celebrate football. The tournament...

Ghanaian president invites investors to explore upstream opportunities at Africa Oil Week

Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama opened the 2025 Africa Oil Week (AOW) in Accra, the capital of Ghana, on Tuesday, inviting more investors to take advantage of the ever-expanding opportunities in the West African country’s upstream oil and...

South Africa's Government of National Unity: A year of unfulfilled promises

As South Africa marks the first anniversary of its Government of National Unity (GNU), an independent assessment released yesterday by the SIVIO Institute through its African Citizens Watch (ACW) Tracker reveals a coalition grappling with high...

Nigeria to power 4,000km high-speed rail with natural gas, says minister

Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Dr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, has said Nigeria’s vast natural gas reserves will play a central role in powering the country’s planned 4,000-kilometre, 350 km/h high-speed rail network, a project expected to...

Montage Africa Group Awarded Gold Prospecting License in Liberia

The Government of Liberia has officially granted Montage Africa Group a Gold Prospecting License, marking a major step forward for the company’s mineral exploration strategy in West Africa. The license, awarded by the Ministry of Mines and Energy,...

Morocco emerges as leading African buyer of Russian oil products in August

HESPRESS English – Morocco News Economy Hespress ENWednesday 17 September 2025 - 23:43 African imports of Russian oil products surged in August to nearly 994,000 tons, with Morocco alone purchasing 188,000 tons, according to data published by the...

Thrashers Skatepark gears up for South Africa’s Street Lines showdown

South Africa’s top skateboarders will gather in Pretoria for a high-stakes showdown at Thrashers Skatepark Competitors will battle for big cash prizes and exclusive gear in a day packed with thrilling skate action Rising stars and seasoned pros...

Zimbabwe signs a US$455 million to rehabilitate Hwange thermal power plant

Zimbabwe has finalised a US$455 million, 15-year partnership with Jindal Africa, the African subsidiary of India’s Jindal Steel. This agreement targets the rehabilitation of the 920 MW Hwange coal-fired thermal power plant. Energy Minister July...

Global EV Battery Recycling Market Predicted to Reach $24.5 Billion by 2035 with CAGR 40.80% | A Strategic Inflection Point for Circular Economy, EV Sustainability, and Energy Security

NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2025 -- The electric vehicle (EV) revolution has entered a decisive phase, not just in production and adoption but in addressing the looming challenge of battery waste. According to Vantage Market Research, the global EV...

Ghana to begin site studies for first nuclear power plant

By Mabel Adorkor Annang Ghana will soon commence detailed site characterization studies on two locations earmarked for the country’s first nuclear power plant. The exercise is expected to play a crucial role in determining the most suitable site,...

BW Energy names new COO, CFO

BW Energy has named Brice Morlot as chief operating officer and Thomas Young as chief financial officer. Morlot joined BW Energy in 2024 as the company’s chief financial officer. He succeeds Lin Espey, who stepped down as chief operating offer in...

Africa’s strongest currencies by region in 2025: Implications for travel and investment

From the resilient West African franc in Francophone states to the stable pula in Southern Africa, the performance of local currencies is redefining how Africans move across borders and how investors gauge opportunity on the continent. While...