Up to 100 Killed in Sudan Gold Mine Collapse
Gold – Up to 100 miners have died in a tragic mine collapse in Sudan, according to updated media reports on the story.
Articles Tagged "Sudan"
South Sudan Agrees to Restart Oil Production After Border Deal
Oil – Reuters reported that South Sudan said it will restart oil production within 3 weeks after the deal to resolve border disputes is completed.
3 East African Oil Companies to Consider
Oil – While most of the world’s “cheap easy” oil has already been discovered, East Africa remains largely unexplored and boasts high potential.
Sudan Hopes to Earn $2.5 Billion from 50 Tonne Gold Production
Gold – Reuters reported that Sudan hopes to produce 50 tonnes of gold this year, earning $2.5 billion, as they try to diversify revenues away from oil.
South Sudan Says Sudan Poses New Obstacle For Oil Sales
Oil – Sudan has put a new hurdle in the way of allowing its land-locked southern neighbor to pipe its oil to the Red Sea, South Sudanese President Salva Kiir stated on Monday, dashing plans to revive production after an 11-month break.
New Border Agreement Allows Oil Exports to Resume in Sudan, South Sudan
Oil – Reuters reported that the creation of a new border security arrangement between Sudan and South Sudan means that oil exports from the south will again be able to travel through the north. It will likely take a few months for exports to start up again.
Sudan Opens Inaugural Gold Refinery, Hopes for Revenue of $3 Billion This Year
Gold – Reuters reported that Sudan opened its first gold refinery with the aim of increasing the amount and quality of its gold exports following the loss of 75 percent of its oil output due to South Sudan's secession. The refinery is located in Khartoum, Sudan's capital.
Envoy Hopeful that Sudan and South Sudan Will Resume Oil Exports
Oil – Reuters reported that this week Sudan and South Sudan may make a deal that will allow both countries to resume oil exports, although there is still a chance that negotiations will fall through.
South Sudan Plans Division of Oil Concession Owned by Total
Oil – Reuters reported that South Sudan, which recently seceded from Sudan, plans to divide an oil block held mainly by Total SA (NYSE:TOT) into three parts. Total will receive only one of the new areas.
Oil Export Agreement Appears Imminent for Sudan and South Sudan
Oil – CNBC reported that mediators are hopeful that Sudan and South Sudan will soon resume oil exports after resuming talks about the situation on Tuesday. The countries have been feuding since their separation over a year ago.
