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The Republic of the Congo has signed an agreement with the Russian Federation to construct a petroleum products pipeline connecting the Port of Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville. The two governments will form a joint venture (JV) for the pipeline’s construction and implementation, with Russia providing the capital, equipment and personnel and owning 90% of the JV, according to Reuters. The Republic of the Congo will grant necessary permits and approvals, regulatory support and tax exemptions on imported equipment, among other provisions. Gain Insight: https://hubs.la/Q02Q6ZXw0 Join us at the Congo Energy & Investment Forum that facilitates deal-making, promotes partnerships and regional collaboration and will showcase upcoming projects across the exploration and production space. Join Congo Energy & Investment forum as a delegate: https://hubs.la/Q02Q6Y3s0 Become a sponsor or exhibitor: https://hubs.la/Q02Q78gl0 #ECPNews #AfricanEnergy #InvestinAfrica #DRC #Russia #petroleum #pipeline

Diamond mining company Lucara Diamond Corp. has recovered a 1,094-carat diamond from its Karowe mine in northeastern Botswana. The 1,094-carat stone bears similarities to a 692-carat diamond recovered in August 2023, which yielded polished diamonds that sold for over $13 million. 👉Learn More: https://hubs.la/Q02Q6-Hs0 The discovery comes ahead of plans by Lucara to expand the Karowe mine to include underground operations, which is poised to extend the mine’s lifespan beyond 2040. The diamond will be polished by Lucara’s manufacturing partner HB Antwerp. 🗞️Gain investment insights & join 50,000+ informed energy leaders. Subscribe to the ECP newsletter https://hubs.la/Q02Q6Zb10 #ECPNews #AfricanEnergy #InvestinAfrica #Botswana #Mining #Diamond

Earlier this month, Chinese manufacturer Astronergy Solar secured contracts to supply solar modules for six major projects in Algeria, including the 220 MW Biskra plant. Once completed, the Biskra plant will generate 400 million kWh of clean energy annually, reducing carbon emissions by 330,000 tons. The initiative is part of Algeria’s solar construction plan led by state-owned utility sonelgaz which aims to build 15 solar plants across 12 provinces. With most of these projects being developed by Chinese companies, Algeria continues to attract sizable foreign investment across its energy value chain. 👉Full Article: https://hubs.la/Q02Q6tNG0 🗞️Enhance your African knowledge. Join the ECP newsletter to gain more insight into the African energy industry, visit: https://hubs.la/Q02Q6qCw0 #ECPNews #AfricanEnergy #InvestinAfrica #Algeria #SolarPower #CleanEnergy #Carbon #RenewableEnergy

London-listed Andrada Mining has partnered with global chemicals producer Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (SQM) to develop the Lithium Ridge Project in Namibia. 👉Full Story: https://hubs.la/Q02Q52dz0 SQM will provide Andrada Mining with phased funding, starting with a $2-million project participation fee paid in two tranches. In addition, SQM will invest $7 million to support exploration at Lithium Ridge, in exchange for a 30% stake in Grace Simba Investments (GSI) – Andrada Mining’s subsidiary holding the license for the project. The agreement marks SQM’s first partnership on the African continent. Join us at Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) Summit, Africa's premier investment platform for the critical minerals sector. This pivotal event, taking place November 6-7 in Cape Town, connects global leaders, producers, and investors, driving investment toward African projects. 🔗 Book your delegate pass: https://lnkd.in/dKbchU2r 🔗 For sponsorship, exhibition, and delegate inquiries, get in touch: https://lnkd.in/dv6TuvQJ #CMA2024 #CriticalMinerals #InvestinAfrica #Energy #Mining #ECPNews #AfricanEnergy #Lithium

Australian mining firm Vanadium Resources Limited (ASX: VR8) has signed an agreement with engineering contracting and investment company CHINA ENERGY INTERNATIONAL GROUP CO., LTD, SUCURSAL COLOMBIANA (CEIG) to cooperate on the Steelpoortdrift vanadium project in South Africa. 👉Full Article: https://hubs.la/Q02Q4Y1K0 CEIG will provide engineering, procurement and construction services, as well as financing support for the project. The Chinese firm will also help VR8 to finance and develop a solar facility to power mining operations at the site. Join us at Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) Summit, Africa's premier investment platform for the critical minerals sector. This pivotal event, taking place November 6-7 in Cape Town, provides investment opportunities and information on ongoing projects in the critical minerals sector. 🔗 Book your delegate pass: https://lnkd.in/dKbchU2r 🔗 For sponsorship, exhibition, and delegate inquiries, get in touch: https://lnkd.in/dv6TuvQJ #CMA2024 #CriticalMinerals #InvestinAfrica #Energy #Mining #ECPNews #AfricanEnergy #Engineering #SolarPower

The global demand for natural gas is expected to increase 34% by 2050, according to the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), reaching 5,360 billion cubic meters annually. Africa and the Middle East will account for a major share of this demand, owing largely to growing consumption across various economic industries. 👉Explore Further: https://hubs.la/Q02Q4LFx0 The global transition from coal-fired power generation to natural gas represents one of the main drivers of demand, as will the anticipated rise in fertilizer production. Amid this rise in demand, African countries including Mozambique, Nigeria and Mauritania are expected to bring new LNG projects into operation. These projects aim to support anticipated demand while boosting the continent’s export capacity. 🗞️Gain investment insights & join 50,000+ informed energy leaders. Subscribe to the ECP newsletter, visit: https://hubs.la/Q02Q4KYB0 #ECPNews #AfricanEnergy #InvestinAfrica #Africa #Mauritania #LNG #Gas #Nitrogen

Multilateral financial institution the European Investment Bank (EIB) has inaugurated a hub in Pretoria, South Africa, aimed at boosting European investment in energy and infrastructure projects across Southern Africa. 👉Gain Insight: https://hubs.la/Q02Q4Jx80 EIB also unveiled a €400 million loan to South African banking institution FirstRand Bank to fund renewable energy and energy efficiency projects and €100 million loan to the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) to expand the Embedded Generation Investment Program, aimed at accelerating solar and wind energy deployment by independent power producers in South Africa. 🗞️Enhance your African knowledge. Join the ECP newsletter to gain more insight into the African energy industry, visit: https://hubs.la/Q02Q4JC00 #ECPNews #AfricanEnergy #InvestinAfrica #RenewableEnergy #Investment #SolarPower #WindPower

Libya's power sector is poised for a bright future, building on its world-class oil and gas resources! Efforts are underway to rehabilitate and expand Libya’s power generation capacity. Major projects include the restoration of existing power plants, upgrading grid infrastructure and building new capacity, with construction launched on the 1,320 MW gas-fired South Tripoli power plant, as well as plans for a 1,044 MW, six-turbine gas-powered plant in Zliten. These projects are critical for meeting Libya’s increasing energy demand and stabilizing the grid. Libya’s power sector presents significant opportunities for international investment, particularly in renewable energy and grid modernization. Libya’s vast renewable potential offers attractive prospects for foreign companies looking to enter the market, while partnerships in grid modernization, power plant rehabilitation and renewable energy projects will be critical for improving Libya’s energy security and sustainability. Full Article: https://hubs.la/Q02P-1-W0 The Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening takes place in Rome on September 23 2025, featuring a half-day program that unites Libyan and Italian business leaders and government officials. If your company is interested in participating, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com #ECPNews #AfricanEnergy #InvestinAfrica #Libya #Power #Electricity #Infrastructure #CleanEnergy