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Energy major TotalEnergies is looking at resuming operations at the Mozambique LNG project in 2025. The company declared force majeure in 2021 due to security concerns, but is eyeing resumption later this summer. Once completed, the $20 billion project will feature two liquefaction units with a capacity of 13 million tons per annum (mtpa) – expandable to 43 mtpa. This will position Mozambique as the second largest LNG producer in the world.  

Situated in Area 1 of the Rovuma Basin, Mozambique LNG will monetize up to 65 trillion cubic feet of recoverable gas resources, targeting high-demand markets in Asia and the Middle East. Supported by $14.9 billion in senior debt financing – the largest in Africa – the project is backed by a $4.7 billion loan by the US Export-Import Bank – reapproved in March 2025. With the eminent resumption of operations, TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project is poised to become an instrumental project in Southern Africa. TotalEnergies is a Platinum Sponsor of this year's African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference – taking place September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town.

AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit www.AECWeek.com for more information about this exciting event.

Mozambique LNG is just one of several ambitious oil and gas developments spearheaded by TotalEnergies in Africa. The company has an extensive footprint across the continent, with key investments in upstream oil and gas processing and midstream infrastructure. In South Africa, TotalEnergies is preparing to begin offshore drilling in 2026, pending final regulatory approval. The company became operator of offshore Blocks 3B/4B in August 2024, situated in the southeast section of the prolific Orange Basin. The blocks lie in proximity to the TotalEnergies-led Venus field in Namibia, in which the company is targeting a final investment decision in 2026 and first oil by 2029. Beyond Venus, TotalEnergies is exploring additional prospects in the Orange Basin. The company recently drilled the Marula-1X and Tabmoti-1X wells, seeking additional discoveries offshore Namibia.

Meanwhile, in the Republic of the Congo, TotalEnergies is investing $500 million in the development of new wells, striving to increase production at the Moho Nord field. The investment aligns with broader plans by the company to unlock greater value from its operated assets and will provide a much-needed boost to Congolese oil blocks. In 2024, TotalEnergies deployed two deepwater rigs in the country – one at the Moho permit and one at the Marine permit. The exploration phase has been complete, with drilling activities officially underway. Two well have been drilled to date, with a third well in progress and a fourth being planned. Drilling activities come as TotalEnergies expands its presence in the country, increasing its stake in the Moho permit by an additional 10%. TotalEnergies is also accelerating the development of the Marine XX permit – a deepwater block currently in the exploration phase. Appraisal activities are ongoing and will support a potential discovery.

In the midstream sector, the company is gearing up for the start of operations at the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) – connecting Uganda's Tilenga and Kingfisher oilfields with Tanzania's Port of Tanga. The Tilenga project is on track for first oil in 2025, with EACOP offering a direct route to export markets. TotalEnergies is also expanding its renewable energy portfolio in Africa, with strategic investments in solar and green hydrogen projects. These include a 500 MW Sadada solar project in Libya; a 250 MW Bujagali Hydropower project in Uganda; a 216 MW solar facility in South Africa; and the 1 GW Chbika project in Morocco.

TotalEnergies' AEW: Invest in African Energies sponsorship reflects its broader commitment to Africa's energy future. The company's multi-energy strategy – incorporating upstream oil, natural gas projects, midstream infrastructure and renewables – is expected to unlock significant benefits for the countries in which it operates, highlighting the instrumental role diversified energy portfolios play in Africa.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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Vinay Somera, CEO of South African fuel cell component manufacturer Isondo Precious Metals has joined the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 – Africa's premier gathering for mining stakeholders – as a speaker.

Somera will join a high-level panel, South Africa's Strategic Influence in the Global Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Market, where he is expected to highlight efforts to maximize PGM production in South Africa. With the country supplying roughly 80% of the world's PGMs –essential for electric vehicle and clean energy development – AMW 2025 will unpack the country's strategic position in the global market, especially as the world enters its third consecutive year of supply deficits – expected to reach 848,000 ounces in 2025.

African Mining Week serves as a premier platform for exploring the full spectrum of mining opportunities across Africa. The event is held alongside the African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2025 conference from October 1-3 in Cape Town. Sponsors, exhibitors and delegates can learn more by contacting sales@energycapitalpower.com.

At AMW 2025, Somera is set to showcase how Isondo Precious Metals is producing membranes for green hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers using South African-sourced PGMs. Under his leadership, the company is scaling its fuel cell manufacturing capabilities and working with international partners on infrastructure development and workforce training. Isondo Precious Metals recently acquired hydrogen reduction equipment from U.S.-based Camco Furnaces and two test stations from Greenlight Innovations, where it is also conducting workforce development initiatives.

As such, AMW 2025 represents an ideal platform for Somera to provide an update on Isondo Precious Metals' strategy to deploy hydrogen refueling stations for hydrogen-powered buses and vehicles in South Africa. As Isondo Precious Metals advances its proof of concept for a new ammonia cracking generator, AMW 2025 offers a strategic platform for Somera to present the company's investment and expansion plans to a targeted audience of South African, regional and global investors and partners.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.