AI reshapes Africa’s power
AI is rapidly increasing global energy demand, especially through massive data centres now operating at 100-200 MW and scaling toward gigawatt sized campuses.
Africa’s current power planning, focused on smaller incremental additions, risks falling behind this shift.
The continent’s data centre capacity could reach 2.2 GW by 2030, requiring stable, large scale electricity infrastructure.
Experts argue Africa must adopt coordinated, gigawatt scale energy and digital investment strategies to support AI growth and future industrial development.
Ludoil eyes ISAB stake
Ludoil Capital has signed an agreement to acquire GOI Energy’s stake in ISAB, owner of Italy’s largest refinery in Sicily, subject to regulatory approvals including the Golden Power regime.
The deal will transfer control of a strategically important energy asset back to Italian ownership.
ISAB will be transformed into an integrated energy company focused on refining and advanced biofuels such as HVO and SAF, supporting Europe’s decarbonisation goals and strengthening energy security.
Digital hub opens in Morocco
GE Vernova has launched a Power Transmission Digital Services Center of Excellence in Casablanca, Morocco, to support global customers managing power transmission equipment.
The center will enhance digital monitoring, predictive maintenance and faster response using equipment data.
Chosen for its engineering talent base, it also includes a Technical Institute for hands on training and knowledge transfer.
The initiative aims to strengthen global service capabilities and improve reliability across electricity transmission networks.
Angola oil rapidly adopting AI
Angola’s oil and gas sector is rapidly adopting AI, cloud computing and digital systems to boost efficiency and cut costs amid production targets above one million barrels per day. Operators including Sonangol, ExxonMobil and TotalEnergies are deploying AI for real time monitoring, predictive maintenance and emissions tracking.
A new centralised data centre and growing IT partnerships, including firms like Easy People, are accelerating the shift toward integrated, data driven operations and smarter decision making.
Oranto’s Block B3 licence revoked
South Sudan’s Ministry of Petroleum has decided not to renew Oranto Petroleum’s Exploration and Production Sharing Agreement for Block B3 after a review found the company failed to meet key work commitments, including seismic surveys, drilling obligations and financial responsibilities.
The government cited the need for responsible resource development and credible investors.
Block B3 is now open for new applications, with the ministry seeking qualified partners committed to exploration and compliance.