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Shell

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Shell — global energy company operating in Ghana through Vivo Energy Ghana and exploring the Eastern Keta Basin with Chevron.

2026-05-072026-10-28
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  1. October 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … The Minister said Ghana already has agreements in place with Chevron and is engaging with Shell and CNOOC, explaining that the government looks forward to increased investment as a result of these engagements. …

    Ghana’s Crude Oil Production Rebounds by 30% After Five Years of Decline

  3. Joy Online

    Shell said on Tuesday that it has signed an agreement to sell its full interest in the Shell Nigeria Gas Group, which operates a domestic gas distribution business in the country, to Vaaris Energy. …

    Shell to sell its Nigeria gas business to Vaaris Energy

  4. Joy Online

    … In the Gulf of Mexico, energy majors Shell, Chevron and BP were seeking to redeploy personnel ​and restore production at their platforms after Hurricane Isaias made landfall early on Saturday.

    Oil falls on hopes Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire will boost supplies

  5. Joy Online

    … The host recalled earlier comments from the Energy Minister about companies such as Shell and ExxonMobil. …

    ExxonMobil return talks emerge as GIPA CEO holds back details

  6. Joy Online

    Shell and Chevron have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore opportunities in Ghana’s Eastern Keta Basin, Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) CEO Simon Madjie has said. …

    Shell, Chevron sign exploration MoU as Petrobras eyes Ghana’s oil blocks

  7. Joy Online

    … also cited the ENI commitment, although he did not give details of the work it would finance. “We saw the $1.5 billion announcement by ENI and their partners and co., and so there’s a lot of activity within that space.” Beyond those announcements, Mr Madjie said Chevron and Shell …

    Jubilee, ENI partners announce $3.5bn investments in Ghana’s oil sector
  8. September 2026

  9. Joy Online

    … President Mahama further said major international oil companies, including ExxonMobil and Shell, are now exploring opportunities in Ghana.

    Government to sign 1,200MW gas power deal before end of 2026 – Mahama

  10. Joy Online

    … Monday’s gathering will include the heads of companies such as BP, Shell, HSBC, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, BT, Vodafone and Rolls-Royce. …

    ‘Culture shift’ needed in how UK does business, PM urges
  11. August 2026

  12. Daily Guide

    A group picture of top honours recipient Vivo Energy Ghana Plc, the Shell licensee, has reaffirmed its commitment to operational excellence, customer-centricity and strategic partnerships following its successful Retail Conference and Awards ceremony held at the Alisa Hotel in Ac …

    Vivo Energy Rewards Retail Excellence

  13. Joy Online

    … It hosts ​Europe’s largest oil refinery, Shell’s 404,000-barrel-per-day Pernis plant, in addition to other oil refineries ​operated by BP, ExxonMobil and Vitol. …

    One dead, six injured in blast at Rotterdam petroleum storage facility
Mining & Energy

Ghana's crude oil production rises 30% after five-year decline

The News

Ghana's crude oil production has increased by about 30 per cent following a five-year decline, driven by renewed development activities under a US$2 billion memorandum of understanding signed in 2025 with Kosmos Energy for the Jubilee and TEN oilfields. The revised development plan includes licence extensions to 2040 and aims to drill up to 20 additional wells in the Jubilee field.

16 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 16 October

  1. Ghana's crude oil production rises 30% after five-year decline

    Ghana's crude oil production has increased by about 30 per cent following a five-year decline, driven by renewed development activities under a US$2 billion memorandum of understanding signed in 2025 with Kosmos Energy for the Jubilee and TEN oilfields. The revised development plan includes licence extensions to 2040 and aims to drill up to 20 additional wells in the Jubilee field.

    16 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. Shell sells Nigeria gas business to Vaaris Energy

    Shell has signed an agreement to sell its full interest in Shell Nigeria Gas Group, a domestic gas distribution business, to Vaaris Energy. The sale is part of CEO Wael Sawan's efforts to simplify Shell's portfolio and focus on strategic Deepwater and Integrated Gas positions in Nigeria, with no monetary value disclosed.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 11 October

  1. Oil prices fall on Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire hopes

    Oil prices declined after US President Donald Trump said Ukraine and Russia agreed to halt attacks on each other's energy facilities, and announced Russia will supply more than 300,000 metric tons of diesel to US and global markets, with additional shipments planned in November and thereafter. Brent crude fell 1.47% to $103.18 a barrel and US West Texas Intermediate crude fell 1.68% to $90.31 a barrel.

    11 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 9 October

  1. GIPA CEO confirms ExxonMobil talks without disclosing details

    Ghana Investment Promotion Authority CEO Simon Madjie acknowledged talks about ExxonMobil returning to Ghana but declined to reveal specifics, referring further questions to the Minister of Energy and Petroleum Commission. He also noted that Chevron and Shell signed an MOU to explore work in the Eastern Keta Basin, and reported interest from Petrobras in Ghana's petroleum acreages.

    9 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Shell, Chevron explore Eastern Keta Basin; Petrobras eyes Ghana oil

    Shell and Chevron have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore opportunities in Ghana's Eastern Keta Basin, while Brazil's Petrobras has expressed interest in the country's oil acreage and blocks. The developments occur alongside investment announcements from existing operators, including $2 billion in planned Jubilee field drilling and a $1.5 billion announcement by ENI and its partners.

    9 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Jubilee, ENI partners announce $3.5bn oil sector investments

    Jubilee and ENI partners have announced combined investments of $3.5 billion in Ghana's oil sector, comprising $2 billion for drilling 20 wells in the Jubilee field and $1.5 billion from ENI and its partners, according to Ghana Investment Promotion Authority CEO Simon Madjie. He also cited interest from Chevron and Shell, which signed a memorandum of understanding to explore work in the Eastern Keta Basin, and Petrobras' interest in Ghana's oil acreages.

    9 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 27 September

  1. Ghana plans 1,200MW gas power plant by end of 2026

    President Mahama announced that Ghana intends to build a 1,200-megawatt state-owned gas-fired thermal power plant, with an agreement to be signed before the end of 2026. The facility would become Ghana's largest single power facility, exceeding the 1,020MW Akosombo Hydroelectric Power Station.

    27 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 14 September

  1. UK PM calls for culture shift in business approach

    Andy Burnham says the UK needs a "culture shift" in how it does business and that the government should back those who take risks and give local leaders power to work with companies. The statement comes ahead of a meeting with major business heads including BP, Shell, HSBC, and others.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Vivo Energy Ghana celebrates retail excellence at annual conference

    Vivo Energy Ghana, the Shell licensee, held a Retail Conference and Awards ceremony in Accra to review performance, strengthen collaboration, and share best practices. Managing Director Christian Li commended retailers and employees for their resilience and commitment amid a volatile business environment.

    18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Blast at Rotterdam petroleum facility kills one, injures six

    An explosion at a Gunvor petroleum storage tank in Rotterdam's port on Thursday killed one person and injured six others during maintenance work. Police found no immediate sign of sabotage and said all scenarios remained under investigation.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Vivo Energy Ghana marks 2026 Safety Day with industry call

    Vivo Energy Ghana held its 2026 Safety Day and Awards at an Accra Shell service station, reinforcing its commitment to Health, Safety, Security, Environment and Quality. The event, themed "Prepare to Respond," brought together employees, regulators, and industry leaders to address concerns around tanker accidents and fuel siphoning in the downstream sector.

    11 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Oil prices fall amid hopes for Strait of Hormuz reopening

    Oil prices fell to a three-week low as US officials announced progress in talks with Iran on reopening the Strait of Hormuz waterway. Brent crude dropped nearly 5% to under $80 a barrel, with US West Texas Intermediate also falling more than 5% to $76, both reaching their lowest levels since 13 July.

    5 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Shell's Q2 profits double to $9.84bn amid Iran war

    Shell reported second-quarter profits of $9.84bn, more than double the $4.26bn from the same period last year, as the US-Israel conflict with Iran disrupted global oil supplies and pushed prices higher. The oil giant's first-half earnings surged 70% as rising crude prices and trading opportunities boosted results.

    30 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Ghana's crude oil output falls 48% in six years, halving revenue

    Ghana's crude oil production has declined for six consecutive years, falling from 71.44 million barrels in 2019 to 37.30 million barrels in 2025, according to an Institute for Energy Security report. The prolonged downturn, driven by ageing oil fields, limited upstream investment, and no new petroleum agreements since 2018, has caused total petroleum receipts to drop 43.27% from US$1.36 billion in 2024 to US$770.27 million in 2025.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 9 July

  1. Jackdaw gas platform owner urges UK approval to prevent winter shortages

    The chief executive of Adura, the owner of the Jackdaw gas platform in the North Sea, told BBC News that government approval is "hyper critical" to avoid domestic supply shortages this winter, saying the project could meet 6% of UK gas needs from 1 October. Environmental campaigners oppose the project, citing this summer's record heatwaves as evidence of the need to tackle climate change.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Jackdaw gas field emissions less than 0.02% of global greenhouse gases

    Adura's updated Environmental Impact Assessment of the controversial North Sea Jackdaw gas field states its emissions will "not materially influence" global warming, accounting for less than 0.02% of annual global greenhouse gases during its lifetime. The revised assessment argues that the project would displace imported liquified natural gas from the United States, potentially saving the equivalent of four million tonnes of CO2.

    8 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 26 June

  1. Oil prices fall to pre-Iran war levels as Strait reopens

    Global benchmark Brent crude has fallen below $72.48 a barrel, the price before US and Israel launched attacks on Iran on 28 February, as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz resumes following a US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding on 17 June for nuclear negotiations and measures to end the war.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Former Nigeria oil minister acquitted in London bribery trial

    Diezani Alison-Madueke, Nigeria's oil minister from 2010 to 2015 and former Opec president, was found not guilty of accepting bribes from oil executives in the form of luxury stays and spending in the UK. Her brother and an oil industry executive were also acquitted in the trial at London's Southwark Crown Court.

    17 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 15 June

  1. US-Iran deal sends oil prices down, stocks higher

    The US and Iran have agreed a framework deal to end the war, with the Strait of Hormuz set to reopen. Brent crude fell more than 5% to $82.84 a barrel and stock markets rose, though analysts warn the lack of detail on the agreement could create market uncertainty.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. President Tinubu swears in two new cabinet ministers

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu swore in Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power and Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs on Monday, following the resignations of their predecessors Adebayo Adelabu and Yusuf Tuggar. Tegbe holds degrees in civil engineering and business administration, and has over 35 years of experience in fiscal and economic reform.

    10 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Vivo Energy and ATI launch automotive apprenticeship programme

    Vivo Energy Ghana and the Applied Technology Institute have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a technical apprenticeship initiative that equips young mechanics, particularly in the informal sector, with industry-relevant technical expertise through classroom instruction and hands-on training. The programme aims to enhance employability, promote professionalism, and foster safety and technical excellence in the automotive industry, while also equipping graduates with business skills to establish their own workshops or service centres.

    4 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Shell operated polluting Nigeria pipeline despite internal warnings

    Internal documents show Shell continued operating a major oil pipeline in Nigeria for years despite knowing it was causing widespread pollution, despite a 2008 warning from a senior executive about risks from theft and infrastructure failures. UK legal proceedings by Niger Delta communities seek Shell liability for pollution from over 100 leaks between 2011 and 2013.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. TOR clears six-year audit backlog, returns to profitability

    Tema Oil Refinery has completed audited financial statements for 2019–2025 and posted a Profit Before Tax of GH¢1.24 billion in 2025, its first year of profitability in a decade. The State Interests and Governance Authority commended the refinery for resolving the audit backlog and achieving financial recovery through improved governance and operational reforms.

    2 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 1 June

  1. Some OMCs increase fuel prices; Star Oil petrol at GH¢15.20

    Some Oil Marketing Companies have begun increasing petroleum product prices from June 1, 2026, in line with the bi-weekly price review under the deregulation policy. Star Oil raised petrol to GH¢15.20 per litre, matching the National Petroleum Authority's price floor, while the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies projects petrol could rise 4.20–6.20%.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 29 May

  1. TOR MD wins award for transformative public sector leadership

    Tema Oil Refinery Managing Director Edmond Kombat was honoured for exceptional leadership and strategic vision at the 10th Ghana CEOs Summit. The recognition follows TOR's recent receipt of one million barrels of Bonga crude oil and efforts to revitalise refinery operations.

    29 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 11 May

  1. Global oil prices forecast to stay above $100 this year

    JP Morgan predicts oil will remain in the "low $100s" for much of the year even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens soon, as supplies would not return to normal service quickly. Brent crude rose above $105 a barrel following tensions between the US and Iran over ceasefire negotiations.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Oil prices surge as Trump rejects Iran's war-ending proposal

    Oil prices rose sharply in Asian trading after President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran, responding through Pakistan as mediator, called for an immediate end to the conflict and guarantees against further US-Israeli attacks, while Brent crude rose 3.8% to $105.20 a barrel and US crude increased 4% to $99.30.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 8 May

  1. Oil and gas giants profit from Middle East conflict disruptions

    As the US-Israel war in Iran drives up energy prices and disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, major oil and gas companies report record profits. BP's first-quarter profits more than doubled to $3.2 billion, Shell reported $6.92 billion in first-quarter profits, and TotalEnergies saw profits jump by almost a third to $5.4 billion, with European firms benefiting from volatile energy prices and trading operations.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Oil and gas companies profit from Middle East conflict

    Major oil and gas companies including BP, Shell, and TotalEnergies have reported record profits as conflict and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz have driven up energy prices and volatility. BP's profits more than doubled to $3.2bn, Shell reported $6.92bn in first-quarter profits, and TotalEnergies saw profits jump by almost a third to $5.4bn.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Shell profits surge amid Iran war oil price spike

    Shell reported first-quarter profits of $6.92bn, up from $5.58bn a year earlier, as oil prices soared following disruptions to Middle Eastern supplies. The price spike resulted from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which typically carries about 20% of global oil and LNG supplies.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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