African oil and gas industries

Namibia’s push to diversify its hydrocarbon strategy beyond headline-grabbing offshore discoveries is gaining momentum, as new onshore drilling results and planned production tests in 2026 draw investor attention ahead of…

Amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran, Brent crude has jumped nearly 20% in June, the largest monthly increase since 2020, stirring anxiety across global markets. While oil flows remain uninterrupted for now, the volatility reawakens vulnerabilities for Africa, a region with a complex relationship to fossil fuels: as both a net importer and emerging producer. 

Africa’s recent surge in oil and gas discoveries has sparked a lot of global interest, holding the promise of economic growth and development for nations fortunate enough to tap into these resources. However, beneath this veneer of prosperity lies intricate challenges that demand a thorough examination through the lens of sustainability.