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Oil companies shift focus to Namibia and Mozambique for offshore exploration

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 15

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What happened

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Oil companies are increasingly targeting Namibia and Mozambique for resource opportunities. This shift occurs because companies face strong opposition in South Africa. Namibia is noted as being on the verge of a major offshore oil and gas boom. A regional NGO workshop recently discussed the environmental and social risks associated with offshore oil and gas development in Southern Africa.

From namibian.com.na

Why it matters

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The move indicates a regional shift in resource investment away from South Africa. Namibia and Mozambique are emerging as key areas for offshore oil and gas activity. This activity is tied to the potential for major economic benefits in Namibia.

From namibian.com.na

Who's involved

NamibiaCountry noted as being on the verge of a major offshore oil and gas boom
MozambiqueCountry being targeted by oil companies for resource opportunities
South AfricaCountry where oil companies face strong opposition to exploration

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

MozambiqueSpeculative
Could see increased investment flow into the country as companies target it for exploration opportunities.
Galp EnergiaSpeculative
Might experience changes in market price and investment flow due to the regional shift away from South Africa.
TotalEnergiesSpeculative
Might experience changes in market price and investment flow due to the regional shift away from South Africa.
ShellSpeculative
Might experience changes in market price and investment flow due to the regional shift away from South Africa.
ExxonMobilSpeculative
Might experience changes in market price and investment flow due to the regional shift away from South Africa.

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The entities involved

Namibia
country in Southern Africa
- Southern African countries are discussing agricultural policy, including shared best practices and calls for reduced reliance on food imports.Thu 19:42
- Multiple Southern African countries, including Lesotho, Namibia, and Zimbabwe, rely heavily on South African corn imports.Thu 19:42
Mozambique
country in Southeastern Africa; the current form of Mozambique since 1975
- Mozambique and the Economic Commission for Africa convened a workshop on sustainable financing solutions.Sat 12:00
- Chapo warned that the Paris Agreement goals are threatened by El Niño forecasts potentially worsening drought in Mozambique during a summit in Antalya.Thu 02:52
South Africa
country in southern Africa
- Corruption within the African National Congress is affecting the political landscape of South Africa.Sat 13:47
- Kenya and South Africa are key markets for budget electric vehicles (EVs).Sat 13:22

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Coverage

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Oct 15namibian.com.na