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South Africa and South Sudan Advance Oil Refinery and Exploration Project

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The latest in this situation

  1. South Africa is seeking a survey of an oil block in South Sudan.

How it started

1 report, 1 independent, last reported Oct 1. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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South Africa and South Sudan are advancing oil cooperation, which includes the construction of a 60,000 barrels-per-day refinery in Pagak, northeastern South Sudan. The project, which was initially agreed upon more than seven years ago, involves South Africa’s Strategic Fuel Fund holding 90% of the stake, with South Sudan’s Nile Petroleum Corp. holding the remaining 10%. South Africa’s National Petroleum Company is currently conducting terrain reconnaissance and 2D seismic surveys in the Jonglei Sub-Basin to support cost estimation and logistics planning for future seismic acquisition activities.

From timeslive.co.za

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The agreement represents a significant joint investment in energy infrastructure and resource acquisition between the two nations. The exploration activities are designed to mitigate environmental and logistical risks associated with the diverse terrain, such as floodplains and swampy areas, necessary for the refinery project.

From timeslive.co.za

Who's involved

  • South AfricaIs involved in the oil cooperation, holding 90% of the refinery project stake.
  • South SudanIs the location of the refinery project and holds 10% of the project stake.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • South AfricaSpeculative

    South Africa might see increased energy security and could improve its resource acquisition through the refinery and exploration efforts.

  • South SudanSpeculative

    South Sudan could see increased revenue and investment in its energy sector through its 10% stake in the refinery.

Possible ripples

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How it developed

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  1. South Africa is seeking a survey of an oil block in South Sudan.Sub-event
  2. South Africa and South Sudan advance oil cooperation, including refinery construction and Jonglei surveys.1 source

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