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Illegal arrest and detention of Libyan Asset Recovery head reflects worsening Libyan corruption
Endemic corruption in Libya continues to deter foreign investment, cripple public services, and erode trust in government. In the past year, Libya fell to its lowest-ever ranking in Transparency International’s 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index,...

VAALCO Energy, Inc. Enters Into New $300 Million Revolving Credit Facility
HOUSTON, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) announced that it has entered into a new revolving credit facility (“the new facility”) with an initial commitment of $190 million...

VAALCO Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call
HOUSTON, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) today announced the timing of its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings release and conference call. The Company will issue its...

African nation confirms homecoming of Russian embassy
(MENAFN) Niger has confirmed plans to reopen its Russian embassy for the first time in over 30 years, according to the country’s foreign minister, Bakari Yaou Sangare, during a joint press conference in Moscow. This announcement followed talks...

Russia plans on opening embassy in additional African country
(MENAFN) Comoros has approved the establishment of a Russian embassy in its capital, Moroni, a move welcomed by the government as an opportunity to enhance bilateral relations with Russia. The announcement, made public by local media on Thursday,...

VAALCO Energy, Inc. Acquires 70% Interest in and Becomes Operator of Offshore Côte D’Ivoire CI-705 Block
HOUSTON, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) announced that it has farmed into the CI-705 block offshore Côte d’Ivoire. Vaalco will become operator of the block with a 70%...

Perpetual Evolution in Education: Adapting to the Needs of Tomorrow’s Learners
Atlantic International University (AIU) Embraces Lifelong Learning and Innovation to Prepare Students for the Future The pathway to your goals: Explore the possibilities at Atlantic International University. HONOLULU, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)...

VAALCO Energy, Inc. Declares First Quarter 2025 Dividend
HOUSTON, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) today announced that it declared its quarterly cash dividend of $0.0625 per share of common stock for the first quarter of 2025 ($0.25...

Russia plans on opening embassy in another African state
(MENAFN) Russia has received approval from the Comoros government to establish a diplomatic mission in the capital, Moroni, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. This move, as reported by local media,...

Innovative policies needed to promote growth and sustainability of Africa's fisheries and aquaculture, finds new report
Expert Panel outlines strategies for sustainably increasing production of aquatic foods to meet economic and food security goals amid forecasts of a deficit. KIGALI, RWANDA, January 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Accelerated growth in Africa's...

Russia plans on opening embassy in African state
(MENAFN) The Union of the Comoros has agreed to host a Russian embassy in its capital, Moroni, marking a new phase in the strengthening of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The Comorian Foreign Ministry confirmed the decision, viewing...

VAALCO Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Results
HOUSTON, Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY, LSE: EGY) ("Vaalco" or the "Company") today reported operational and financial results for the third quarter of 2024. Third Quarter 2024 Highlights and Recent Key Items:...

Regional WTO SPS workshop for French-speaking Africa concludes in Rabat
The event aimed to enhance the officials' knowledge and implementation of transparency obligations under the SPS Agreement and to strengthen coordination efforts at national and regional levels. The SPS Agreement addresses food safety and animal...

Spanish Nationals in UK Seek to Retain Citizenship Amid Post-Brexit Changes
UK Apostille Service for Spanish Citizenship (by LAS Ltd) LONDON, WESTMINSTER, UNITED KINGDOM, February 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- London Apostille Services Ltd (LAS Ltd) is issuing an urgent reminder to Spanish nationals who have acquired...

VAALCO Energy, Inc. Announces Significant Milestone in Its Côte D’Ivoire FPSO Dry Dock Refurbishment Project
HOUSTON, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its Côte d’Ivoire Floating Production Storage and Offloading vessel ("FPSO") Dry...

VAALCO Energy, Inc. Declares Fourth Quarter 2024 Dividend
HOUSTON, Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) today declared its quarterly cash dividend of $0.0625 per share of common stock for the fourth quarter of 2024 ($0.25 annualized),...

VAALCO Energy, Inc. Announces Record Production and Sales Volumes for 2024
HOUSTON, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) today provided an operational update that included record production and sales volumes for 2024. Highlights and Key Items: Recorded...

Dulles CBP Agriculture Specialists Seize Slithery Sustenance
STERLING, Va. – There was zero chance that this stuff was going to slither away from U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Washington Dulles International Airport. CBP found this snake meat in the baggage of a traveler from...

Africa's Bioeconomy Can Drive Sustainable Growth and Help Combat Climate Change, New Report Reveals
Africa can become a global leader in green growth, attracting billions in foreign investment and driving the continent's economic transformation. RABAT, MOROCCO, October 3, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Africa's bioeconomy can ignite economic...

VAALCO Energy, Inc. Secures Rig for 2025/2026 Drilling Campaign
HOUSTON, Dec. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) today announced that, in conjunction with its 2025/2026 drilling program planned to begin mid-2025 in Gabon, it has executed a...