The Markets Ledger

Oil and gas: ‘Everything favours Africa now’

The current geopolitical turmoil has put global supply of oil and gas under pressure, but it has also created an opportunity for Africa to develop its vast resources, establish itself as an alternative supplier, and become a net exporter.

Brent oil nears $100 on supply fears

Brent crude traded near $100 a barrel after Houthi attacks on tankers in the Red Sea opened a new front in the Middle East conflict, while President Donald Trump threatened to extend US strikes on Iran.