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Gas Motorshow 2025 roars into Durban with record-breaking stunts and Father’s Day festivities
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Renergen announces successful helium exports and increased LNG production
Renergen reports a 22% increase in LNG production and the successful export of its first helium shipment, while navigating legal challenges and preparing for a Nasdaq IPO.
How Aramco's Innovations Are Shaping Energy Security in BRICS Nations
Explore how Saudi Aramco's advanced oil production technologies are not only revolutionising the energy sector but also driving economic growth in BRICS nations, addressing their unique energy challenges.
Transnet signs two agreements which means South Africa will get 6,000 MW of new energy
Transnet National Ports Authority has signed two significant Terminal Operator Agreements, paving the way for a 6,000 MW Gas-to-Power initiative in South Africa, enhancing energy security and economic growth.
Eskom’s balancing act: navigating energy security, financial strain and future reforms
Eskom remains at the heart of SA’s economic and fiscal challenges, as ongoing operational inefficiencies, financial instability, and structural vulnerabilities continue to pose significant risks.
Forvis Mazars denies it had a hand in selecting failed R3. 7 billion tender award to Gazprombank
The tender, awarded by PetroSA in November 2023 despite concerns about sanctions, was for Gazprombank to refurbish the gas-to-liquids refinery in Mossel Bay, which has been closed since 2020 due to depleted gas feedstock.
Joburg mayor promises swift restoration of Lillian Ngoyi street after gas explosion
City of Joburg Mayor Dada Morero has indicated that the City is moving towards the restoration of Lillian Ngoyi Street, which was left devastated following a gas explosion in 2023.
Mossgas tender award to Russia’s Gazprombank now in the hands of the High Court
BR had last week requested PetroSA for an update on the progress of this project because the transaction was controversial owing to the possibility of sanctions risk at the time of the tender award in January last year. In November, the US said that Gazprombank had become a sanctioned company. These sanctions extend to other Western countries such as Australia and Canada.
Renergen’s share price falls amid speculation about gas reserves
Thursday’s drop in the share price brings the slide over a 12-month period to over 66%, making it one of the worst performers on the JSE, even though the company’s management only days ago tried to address the volatility in price.
Russia says Ukraine targeted infrastructure of gas pipeline to Turkey
Russia accused Ukraine on Monday of launching a weekend drone attack on infrastructure of a major gas pipeline that carries Russian supplies to Europe via Turkey.
Shell's $400 million write-down a setback for Namibia's oil and gas hopes
Shell, its partners QatarEnergy and Namco, discovered hydrocarbons in block PEL39 in 2022. This discovery, along with a second by TotalEnergies in a nearby block, sparked colossal global interest in this southern African nation that has no oil or gas production.
Putin scraps requirement to pay for gas via sanctions-hit bank
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday scrapped the requirement for foreign buyers of Russian gas to pay through Gazprombank, after the firm was slapped with US sanctions last month.
Renergen: exciting but not for the faint hearted
Renergen is in a formidable position to move up the value-curve as Phase One nears first-production.
Nigeria embraces alternative energy
The African economic powerhouse is looking to join the likes of Argentina, Brazil and Iran, where millions of vehicles are powered by the alternative fuel.
Stilfontein developments: One illegal miner has been confirmed dead
‘One body was resurfaced and the pathology process is under way to verify the nationality and the time of his death. ’
Tug of war between developed and developing nations ratchets up a notch at COP29
Tensions simmer between developed and developing nations on climate financing at COP29.
COP29: Fossil fuel lobbyists outnumber Climate-vulnerable nations’ delegates
At COP29, fossil fuel interests dominate the scene, eclipsing voices from climate-vulnerable nations in urgent calls for action.
COP29 dominated by fossil fuel lobbyists advocating for carbon capture technologies
At COP29, 480 lobbyists pushing controversial carbon capture technologies have access to negotiations, raising concerns over fossil fuel interests and their role in shaping climate policy.
Most of the world’s new oil and gas finds are set to take place in Africa
Africa would do well to introduce more licensing rounds to explore this huge untapped potential, industry players said during a panel discussion African Energy Week.
Double tragedy: SAPS divers recover two boys, three workers in separate incidents
Five people, including two young boys and three plumbing company workers, lost their lives in separate water-related tragedies across Gauteng this week, prompting major recovery operations by SAPS diving teams.
Legal battle erupts as Renergen and SOLA dispute land rights in Free State
A legal dispute has emerged between JSE-listed Renergen and SOLA Group over land rights in the Free State, where SOLA's 150-megawatt Springbok Solar Power Plant development conflicts with Renergen's gas extraction rights. Both companies claim legal standing in a case that highlights the complexities of South Africa's energy transition
Trump-Rogan podcast touches on election, tax reform, and extraterrestrial life
Donald Trump’s three-hour podcast with Joe Rogan stirred debate with repeated election fraud claims, tax proposals, and musings on life on Mars.
BRICS expansion pushes for new global financial system, targeting SWIFT alternatives and de-dollarisation
BRICS nations advance discussions on a shared currency, aiming to enhance economic sovereignty and reduce dependence on the US dollar.
Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone is ready to pioneer gas-to-power for SA’s energy transition
With plans for gas-to-power plants and an LNG import terminal, RBIDZ has emerged as a key player in the country's transition to cleaner power
Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone is ready to pioneer gas-to-power for SA’s energy transition
With plans for gas-to-power plants and an LNG import terminal, RBIDZ has emerged as a key player in the country's transition to cleaner power