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Ramokgopa lauds outcomes of South Africa-China energy mission
11th August 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa’s Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has welcomed tangible results emerging from the high-level investment mission that he led in Beijing, China, last week, to... 


Vitol backs energy hub at Tanga port with governments of Tanzania, Uganda
7th August 2026 By: Reuters

The governments of Tanzania and Uganda on Thursday signed a nonbinding agreement with the Bahrain unit of global commodities trader Vitol to develop a regional energy hub at the Port of Tanga,... 


Crude oil concerns drive up costs, but supply holds
7th August 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

While the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has increased paraxylene (PX), purified terephthalic acid (PTA) and mono ethylene glycol (MEG) prices, outright supply shortages have been limited, with... 


Agrivoltaic project targets desert farming
7th August 2026

A partnership between private companies, academia and community organisations is advancing the development of agrivoltaic systems in Egypt to support climate-resilient agriculture, renewable-energy... 


Crisis exposes Africa’s vulnerabilities, opportunities
7th August 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

The global repercussions of the ongoing US-Iran War and the Persian Gulf crisis have exacerbated the urgency for Africa to accelerate its energy transition and industrialisation goal, says... 


Domestic food producer signs contract for LNG from Virginia project, ASPI says
6th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Nasdaq- and JSE-listed advanced materials company ASP Isotopes (ASPI) says oil and gas producer Tetra4 has entered into a contract for the sale of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to be produced at the... 


South Africa's fuel stock policy will tie up more working capital, expose traders to currency risks, Verto warns
6th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's proposed shift from voluntary to mandatory strategic petroleum stockholding may strengthen protection against fuel supply shocks, but will require importers to finance more stock and... 


Green hydrogen-focused private equity fund reports R3bn first close
6th August 2026

Blended finance private equity fund SA-H2, which focuses on the green hydrogen value chain and the Southern African energy transition, has achieved its first close with R3-billion in commitments... 


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Biofuels

Gas a key enabler for Africa’s energy transition – Wärtsilä
17th June 2026

Wärtsilä Director: Growth and Development, Africa and Europe Louis Strydom speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town.  


Sungrow showcases battery energy storage solutions at AEF
17th June 2026

Sungrow Southern Africa Senior Accounts Manager Sean Naude speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town.  


Seriti Green calls for faster permitting to support energy transition, job creation
17th June 2026

Seriti Green CEO Peter Venn speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town.  


Red Rocket sees opportunity in next phase of energy market evolution
17th June 2026

Red Rocket COO Luca Silva speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town about the company's growth ambitions, opportunities in Africa's electricity market and the role of... 


Transmission expansion remains energy sector's biggest unlock — Mulilo
17th June 2026

Mulilo CEO Jan Fourie speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town about the priorities for South Africa's renewable energy sector, the investment and policy actions needed to... 


Hydrogen

US offers first funding for private ammonia project in Western Sahara
29th July 2026

The US Trade and Development Agency said on Tuesday it had agreed to fund early-stage studies for a project aimed at producing ammonia in Western Sahara, marking the first US government financing... 


Competition for water resources a risk to the global energy transition, warns ICMM
22nd July 2026

Mining and metals advocacy group the ICMM warns that water availability could, in many regions, act as a constraint on the development of new mines and related facilities, particularly for the... 


Airbus, MTU Aero Engines create JV to develop hydrogen fuel cell aircraft engine
8th July 2026

Global major aerospace group Airbus and German engine manufacturer MTU Aero Engines have announced the creation of a joint venture (JV) focused on the development and commercialisation of a fully... 


What the age of electricity could mean for South Africa
3rd July 2026

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses what is driving the so-called age of electricity and what this could mean for South Africa and the country's energy policy. 


Hitachi Energy provides compelling insight into Africa’s renewables status
30th June 2026

Make sure you watch this AT TOP LEVEL interview with Mohamed Hosseiny, the Oversight Country Managing Director for Africa at Hitachi Energy and his comments on the positive manner in which Africa... 


Liquefied Natural Gas

Natural gas demand set for contraction this year, as tighter supply impacts prices – IEA
7th July 2026

The world’s gas consumption is forecast to drop for the third time in seven years, even as liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply from producers in other regions helps offset losses in the Middle East,... 


What the age of electricity could mean for South Africa
3rd July 2026

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses what is driving the so-called age of electricity and what this could mean for South Africa and the country's energy policy. 


Nigeria joins IEA, boosting global energy governance
2nd July 2026

Nigeria has joined global organisation the International Energy Agency (IEA), which deepens the IEA's cooperation with Africa’s most populous nation and marks a milestone for global energy... 


US LNG exports to Europe decline as Asia prices surge, more goes to Africa
2nd July 2026

For the first time in nearly two years, less than half of US (liquefied natural gas) LNG exports last month went to Europe as stronger prices in Asia and record imports by Egypt diverted cargoes,... 


Hitachi Energy provides compelling insight into Africa’s renewables status
30th June 2026

Make sure you watch this AT TOP LEVEL interview with Mohamed Hosseiny, the Oversight Country Managing Director for Africa at Hitachi Energy and his comments on the positive manner in which Africa... 


Oil & Gas

South Africa's fuel stock policy will tie up more working capital, expose traders to currency risks, Verto warns
6th August 2026

South Africa's proposed shift from voluntary to mandatory strategic petroleum stockholding may strengthen protection against fuel supply shocks, but will require importers to finance more stock and... 


Sasol points to stronger earnings on back of higher sales and prices
5th August 2026

Energy and chemicals producer Sasol reports that its earnings for the year to end-June will be higher than the prior year, owing to a combination of higher sales and prices, which more than offset... 


Middle East war deepens 2026 oil deficit outlook, but 2027 glut still looms
23rd July 2026

The conflict in the Middle East has deepened forecasts of a global oil deficit in 2026, according to a Reuters poll of analysts, but recovering Gulf flows, robust US production and weaker demand... 


Oil climbs more than 2% to multi-week high as conflict threatens oil transit routes
22nd July 2026

Oil prices rose to their highest in almost six weeks on Wednesday, with Brent crude surpassing $95 a barrel, on mounting concerns about disruptions to Middle Eastern supply routes because of... 


IEA says substantial emergency oil stocks remain after record release
21st July 2026

The International Energy Agency's (IEA) member countries still hold substantial emergency oil stocks in reserve despite the largest coordinated release of strategic reserves on record, it said on... 


Pipelines & Storage

Steel pipe solutions boost industry operationality
26th June 2026

The durability and reliability of piping systems is important in the realm of industrial infrastructure, says steel pipe solutions company Euro Steel Pipe, adding that it is “at the forefront of... 


New framework could boost pipe standards
26th June 2026

The EU Drinking Water Directive introduces harmonised rules for materials and products that come into contact with drinking water, and is set to come into effect on December 31, 2026, plastic pipe... 


Exciting gigawatt-scale projects across Africa, SLR reports
26th June 2026

To combat climate change, the world needs green molecules in addition to green electrons. “If we look how the economy is carbonised, an electron can only decarbonise between 60% to 70% of the... 


TNPA signs terminal operator deals after government directive
22nd June 2026

South Africa's Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has finalised all 11 terminal operator agreements with fuel and chemical handlers at the Island View complex, the State-owned company said on... 


CHINT says reliable energy infrastructure is foundation for industrial growth
17th June 2026

Energy technology company CHINT believes reliable power infrastructure will be critical to supporting Africa's industrialisation ambitions. 


Refineries & Retail

Dangote has 'strong intent' for South Africa listing after Nigeria IPO – JSE
6th August 2026

The JSE has engaged with Nigeria's Dangote Group and said the company could list its petroleum refinery in South Africa after a Nigerian IPO, a spokesperson told Reuters on Wednesday. "They will... 


Sasol’s wartime windfall revives debate over coal’s future
5th August 2026

Sasol, the world’s largest producer of fuel from coal, is reaping the benefits of a surge in fuel prices due to the Iran war, while helping shield its home market of South Africa from the resulting... 


Sasol points to stronger earnings on back of higher sales and prices
5th August 2026

Energy and chemicals producer Sasol reports that its earnings for the year to end-June will be higher than the prior year, owing to a combination of higher sales and prices, which more than offset... 


Petrol prices to decrease by 52c a litre, but diesel prices to increase by up to R1.38 a litre
3rd August 2026

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has revealed that the price of Petrol 93 and Petrol 95 will decrease by 52c a litre from Wednesday, but the prices of diesel will increase by R1.23... 


Sasol says Secunda output at five-year high after coal destoning project
21st July 2026

JSE-listed energy and chemicals group Sasol reported that its Secunda Operations, in Mpumalanga, achieved its highest annual production in the past five years during the 2026 financial year to June... 


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