Tag: Energy Policy


  • NJ Ayuk Named Among New African’s 2025 Influential Africans

    NJ Ayuk Named Among New African’s 2025 Influential Africans

    AJ Ayuk Recognized for Impact Across Africa’s Energy and Economic Landscape In a milestone acknowledgment for African leadership, NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC), has been named among New African magazine’s Most Influential Africans of 2025. The recognition places Ayuk in a prestigious cohort of leaders who are shaping policy, business,…

  • NJ Ayuk Named among The Most Influential Africans of 2025 by New African

    NJ Ayuk Named among The Most Influential Africans of 2025 by New African

    Introduction: Acknowledging a U.S. Inspired, Africa-Driven Leader The African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) executive leadership continues to shape Africa’s energy future. This year, NJ Ayuk, the Executive Chairman of AEC, earned a prestigious spot on New African’s annual list of The Most Influential Africans of 2025. The recognition by the pan-African magazine, published by IC Publications,…

  • Rollback in Pump Prices Seen Christmas Week as DOE-OIMB Signals Drop

    Rollback in Pump Prices Seen Christmas Week as DOE-OIMB Signals Drop

    H2: Fuel prices expected to ease during Christmas week As families prepare for holiday travel and festive gatherings, consumers may find some relief at the pump. The Department of Energy – Oil Industry Management Bureau (DOE-OIMB) announced on Friday that downward adjustments in fuel prices are expected to take effect during the Christmas week. While…

  • A Stronger Africa Requires Stronger Investment Policies

    A Stronger Africa Requires Stronger Investment Policies

    Introduction: A continent poised for investment-driven growth In a rapidly evolving global energy landscape, Africa’s growth hinges on one crucial factor: investment policy. Author and energy policy analyst NJ Ayuk argues that stronger, clearer, and more credible investment policies are essential to unlock Africa’s vast resources. The spotlight is today on Algeria, a longtime energy…

  • Gas Planning Crucial for Offshore Namibia’s Success

    Gas Planning Crucial for Offshore Namibia’s Success

    Key warning: Don’t treat associated gas as an afterthought Namibia stands at a pivotal moment for its offshore energy sector. As oil discoveries in offshore waters promisingly emerge, industry leaders are emphasizing a message that cannot be overlooked: associated gas must be planned for early, not retrofitted as volumes grow. Tom Alweendo, CEO of Alvenco…

  • Gas Planning: The Key to Offshore Namibia’s Success

    Gas Planning: The Key to Offshore Namibia’s Success

    Why Gas Planning Should Start Early in Offshore Projects Namibia’s burgeoning offshore oil discoveries hold the promise of significant energy potential for the country. However, industry leaders warn that the value of these discoveries hinges not just on extracting crude oil, but on how the associated gas is managed from day one. Tom Alweendo, Chief…

  • Philodrill Targets New Palawan Oil Contract to Revive West Linapacan Field

    Philodrill Targets New Palawan Oil Contract to Revive West Linapacan Field

    Philodrill on the Hunt for a New Palawan Contract The Philodrill Corp., a Pasig-based oil explorer, is pursuing a fresh service contract with Philippine authorities to revive the idle West Linapacan oil field off Palawan. The move signals a broader strategy to expand its exploration footprint in the region and deploy modern extraction technologies that…

  • Philodrill Seeks New Palawan Contract to Revive West Linapacan Oil Field

    Philodrill Seeks New Palawan Contract to Revive West Linapacan Oil Field

    Philodrill aims to revive West Linapacan with a fresh Palawan contract Philodrill Corp., a Pasig-based oil explorer, is pursuing a new service contract with the Philippine government to revitalize the West Linapacan oil field off Palawan. The move signals a broader strategy to unlock remaining reserves using cutting-edge technology while expanding exploration rights in the…

  • ASEAN Power Grid: Lessons from the Worst Cases to Build Best Practices

    ASEAN Power Grid: Lessons from the Worst Cases to Build Best Practices

    Introduction: The Ambition of the ASEAN Power Grid The ASEAN Power Grid (APG) represents a bold regional effort to link Southeast Asia’s electricity networks, enabling electricity trading, reliability, and access to diverse energy sources. While the vision is compelling, the path has been uneven; projects face technical, regulatory, and socio-political challenges that can turn ambition…

  • Trump’s Energy Department Pushes to Keep Centralia Coal Plant Open, Igniting Statewide Outrage

    Trump’s Energy Department Pushes to Keep Centralia Coal Plant Open, Igniting Statewide Outrage

    Introduction: A Federal Intervention in Washington’s Energy Policy The U.S. Department of Energy’s emergency directive to keep TransAlta’s Centralia coal plant in Washington operating has ignited a political and legal firestorm across the state. In a move that many state officials say defies local and state energy policy, the federal order compels continued operation of…