British energy giant BP has officially launched gas production at the Grand Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) field, strategically located along the maritime border between Senegal and Mauritania that represents a promising source of natural gas and a lever for economic transformation. During a recent ceremony, Senegal’s president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, recently welcomed a delegation from the […]
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Africa’s green hydrogen potential, vital for Europe’s future energy security
The European Union is eyeing the potential of Africa’s yet-to-be-developed green hydrogen industry, deepening climate and energy partnerships in the process, as evidenced by the recently inked $34 billion deal for a giant green hydrogen project in Mauritania. After a recent rush on Africa’s natural gas resources following the Russia-Ukraine war flare up in March […]
Morocco to Build $4.6 Bln Natural Gas Plant
Morocco, which imports most of its energy needs, is planning to build a $4.6 billion natural gas plant, part of its strategy to enhance its energy mix and autonomy. This project has been announced by the Moroccan Energy Minister Aziz Rabbah in Abu Dhabi, on the sidelines of his participation in the 8th session of […]
Fears in Algeria over Potential Non-renewal of Maghreb-Europe Pipeline by Morocco
Fears are growing in Algeria over the possibility of the non-renewal by Morocco of the contract governing the Maghreb-Europe Gas Pipeline, which transports Algerian gas through Morocco and the Strait of Gibraltar to Spain and Europe. Concerns were voiced in the Algerian press, speculating about a potential cessation of the contract, which expires in 2021 […]



