Energy

Dream Deferred: Samuel Sarr’s Arrest and Audit Scandal Shake Senegal’s Landmark Energy Project

Frederic Tendeng December 15, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The West African Energy (WAE) power plant, a landmark collaboration between local investors and Senegal’s National Electricity Company (Senelec), was once seen as a beacon of national energy sovereignty. However, the dream of a 100% Senegalese-led energy success story has been shattered following revelations of financial mismanagement and the arrest of Samuel Sarr, the project’s key promoter.

NAWEC Takes Action Over Alleged Financial Misconduct, Launches Investigation

Ebrima Bah December 9, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) has terminated its Treasury Manager and suspended its Director of Finance amid allegations of financial misconduct.

Samuel Sarr Arrested Over Alleged 8 Billion FCFA Embezzlement

Frederic Tendeng November 24, 2024

Samuel Sarr, a prominent Senegalese businessman and former Energy Minister, was arrested upon his return from an overseas trip at Blaise Diagne International Airport…

Senegal’s Sangomar Oil Project Hits Milestone with October Output of 2.82 Million Barrels

Frederic Tendeng November 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Dakar, Senegal) – The Sangomar oil field, situated off Senegal’s coast, achieved a significant milestone in October 2024, producing 2.82 million barrels of crude oil. Since the project commenced in June, Sangomar has generated a total of 10.99 million barrels, with 10.57 million barrels already lifted and marketed through 11 international cargo shipments.

How FAR Ltd. Left The Gambia Empty-Handed With Questions on Financial and Strategic Losses

Frederic Tendeng November 8, 2024

A penalty clause required FAR to pay $22 million if it failed to meet this obligation. FAR argued for both an extension and a waiver of the penalty, citing previous drilling efforts and a promised technical review. This review was never delivered. Jerreh Barrow, however, recommended granting FAR’s request and waiving the penalty, a decision supported by the Petroleum Negotiation Committee and approved by the Petroleum Minister, despite the lack of independent verification of FAR’s work.

NAWEC Brikama-Salaji Power Line to Spur Property Demolitions and Compensations, Company Warns

Ebrima Bah November 6, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Government of The Gambia has announced a major step forward in its mission to improve electricity infrastructure, with the construction of a high-voltage transmission line under the Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project (GERMP), funded by the World Bank. The GERMP aims to significantly enhance power distribution and reduce electricity interruptions in the country.

Diplomatic Tensions Arise Over Vessel Naming at Cross-Border Senegal-Mauritania Gas Field

Frederic Tendeng October 17, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – A seemingly simple task of naming support vessels chartered for the Grand Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas field, which straddles the maritime border between Senegal and Mauritania, has ignited a diplomatic dispute between the two West African nations.

Seven NAWEC Sub-contracted Staff Fatally Electrocuted in North Bank Tragedy, Safety Concerns Raised

Frederic Tendeng October 9, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a tragic incident that has left the community in shock, seven employees of The Gambia’s National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) lost their lives when an aging electrical pole collapsed and made contact with high-voltage wires, resulting in immediate electrocution.

The Gambia Eyes 70% Electrification with African Development Bank Backing, as Energy Minister Prepares for African Energy Week

Awa Colley October 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a bid to accelerate its energy transition, The Gambia is set to achieve a 70% electrification rate by the end of this year, thanks to substantial investments from the African Development Bank. This target includes electrifying 50% of rural areas, underscoring the country’s commitment to expanding access to electricity across all regions.

Senegal’s Resource Audit Raises Concerns Among Foreign Multinationals in Oil and Gas Sector

Frederic Tendeng September 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (LONDON, United Kingdom) – Senegal’s new government, led by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has taken a bold step that is creating waves in the international business community. London based Global Finance Magazine has looked into the Senegalese government newly established commission

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Dream Deferred: Samuel Sarr’s Arrest and Audit Scandal Shake Senegal’s Landmark Energy Project

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