AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAngola Oil & Gas: Sonangol says the Katambi-2 appraisal well in Block 24 (Benguela Basin) has confirmed good-quality reservoirs, with initial tests showing stabilized gas output of 41 MMscfd and 1,160 bpd condensate, and potential for production above 100 MMscfd. Regional Trade Facilitation: SADC is pushing the Simplified Trade Regime to cut border friction and costs for small-scale traders, with Angola included among member states and a Lusaka policy dialogue focused on practical capacity gaps at border posts. Blue Economy Governance: The AU-backed Luanda Declaration, agreed in Luanda during Africa Blue Economy Week, calls for stronger governance and accountability to turn marine resources into jobs and food security, with emphasis on action against illegal fishing and better inclusion of women, youth and local communities. Energy Market Watch: A report highlights how India is diversifying LPG supply, with U.S. sources now supplying about two-thirds of imports, underscoring how Hormuz-linked disruptions are reshaping energy procurement decisions. Business & Finance Signals: Tidewater reported Q2 revenue of $342.3m and higher realized day rates, while management flagged a delayed Wilsons acquisition close to around Sept. 1, 2026.
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