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Energy Security

Energy security refers to the reliable and affordable availability of energy supplies to meet a country's or region's economic and social needs. It encompasses the resilience of energy systems against supply disruptions, price volatility and geopolitical risks, as well as the diversity of energy sources and supply routes. Governments and industry stakeholders pursue energy security through strategies including domestic resource development, strategic reserves, diversified import sources and investment in energy infrastructure. The concept extends beyond oil and gas to include coal, electricity, nuclear fuel and renewable energy, reflecting the full spectrum of energy inputs required by modern economies. Energy security considerations influence national policy on resource extraction, trade agreements, pipeline and port infrastructure, and electricity grid interconnections. For resource-importing nations, energy security often drives efforts to reduce dependence on single suppliers or transit routes, while resource-rich countries may prioritise stable export markets and infrastructure to monetise reserves. The rise of renewable energy and battery storage is reshaping traditional energy security frameworks, introducing new dependencies on critical minerals and manufacturing supply chains. Energy security remains a central concern in Asia, where rapid economic growth and industrialisation have driven surging demand for coal, natural gas and oil, much of it imported. Climate policy and the energy transition add complexity, as countries balance decarbonisation goals with the need for affordable and reliable energy. Energy security is closely linked to economic competitiveness, national sovereignty and geopolitical strategy, making it a priority for policymakers and industry alike.

Energy Security News


West Africa’s gas future depends on production-ready infrastructure
West Africa’s gas future depends on production-ready infrastructure
1st September 2026

By: Iretomiwa Odusote - Regional Segment Leader - Energies & Chemicals at Schneider Electric West Africa West Africa stands at an important moment in its energy journey. Across the region,... 


The above image depicts members of the USTDA and Powergas Nigeria
LNG technology improves energy access in Nigeria
28th August 2026

To strengthen energy access and security in northern Nigeria, US government agency, the US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is supporting the deployment of US liquefied natural gas (LNG)... 


Norway Energy Minister Terje Aasland
Norway will drill in Arctic regardless of EU's position, says energy minister
24th August 2026 By: Reuters

Norway will continue developing its oil and gas resources in the Barents Sea regardless of the European Union's support for a moratorium on Arctic hydrocarbon supplies, and no longer sees itself as... 


Ampol refinery in Australia
Australia plans first domestic oil refinery in 60 years to boost fuel security
28th July 2026 By: Reuters

Australia will consider building its first new oil refinery in more than 60 years, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Tuesday, as war in the Middle East squeezes supplies from overseas and... 


Coal miners face limited funding options
Coal miners face limited funding options
24th July 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Despite coal being a significant contributor to South Africa’s GDP and electricity generation, funding for new coal mines from commercial banks is limited in the international and local market.... 


Allen Makamure, Moses Madondo, Bernard Swanepoel.
AI’s efficiencies keeping even lower quality operations going longer, energy event hears
22nd July 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The increased efficiencies achieved by AI are ensuring that even lower quality operations are kept going for longer which benefits all stakeholders, Thungela Resources CEO Moses Madondo made clear... 


Strait of Hormuz
Global energy security at risk if Strait of Hormuz does not open in weeks, IEA chief says
17th July 2026 By: Reuters

If the US and Iran do not increase oil flowing through the Strait of Hormuz soon, the world should worry about energy security, International Energy Agency (IEA) executive director Fatih Birol said... 


Manufacturing Indaba 2026 Concludes Successfully, Reinforcing Africa's Industrial Growth Agenda
16th July 2026

The 13th Manufacturing Indaba has successfully concluded following two impactful days of dialogue, collaboration and business engagement at the Sandton Convention Centre, bringing together... 


Coal truck
Vietnam looks at more coal power plants as Iran war complicates LNG plans
8th July 2026 By: Reuters

Vietnam's government is considering building more coal-fired power plants to ensure it can meet its energy needs, the government said on Wednesday, as the Iran war further complicates its slow... 


Uganda’s first refinery has the potential to build a lasting energy ecosystem
Uganda’s first refinery has the potential to build a lasting energy ecosystem
7th July 2026

By: Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed Hegazi - Business Development Leader, Energy and Chemicals, Schneider Electric East Africa With Uganda announcing that its estimate of recoverable oil and gas resources has... 


ZET director Oliver Naidu and ExxonMobil LNG Market Development Inc chairperson Andrew Barry
ZET says ExxonMobil agreement further strengthens LNG terminal’s commercial foundation
3rd July 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Zululand Energy Terminal (ZET), which is aiming to build South Africa’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal at the Port of Richards Bay in KwaZulu-Natal, has signed heads of... 


Coal mine
China will lead both renewable energy and coal consumption, Reuters says
1st July 2026 By: Reuters

China's latest five-year energy plan confirms two seemingly contradictory positions: it will continue to be the world's leader in both renewable energy and coal. The trick is to view China's plans... 


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Shell expects 65% rise in global LNG demand by 2050
30th June 2026 By: Reuters

Global liquefied natural gas (LNG) demand is expected to rise by around 65% by 2050, driven largely by Asia as countries seek lower-emission alternatives to coal and data centres boost power... 


Coal import data from December 2025 to June 2026
Asia's thermal coal imports jump on China, Japan, S.Korea buying
26th June 2026 By: Reuters

Asia's imports of seaborne thermal coal are rebounding as China boosts purchases to compensate for soft domestic output and Japan and South Korea seek energy security amid the fallout from the... 


The above image depicts a Sasol aircraft mid flight
S Africa positioned as potential hydrogen hub – energy company
26th June 2026 By: Lynne Davies

Hydrogen is potentially a key factor in developing energy resilience and energy security, and South Africa is ideally positioned to be, over time, a hub for green hydrogen production owing to its... 


Sibanye-Stillwater sales & marketing executive VP Kleantha Pillay.
New longer-term platinum metal applications needed, Sibanye-Stillwater headlines
25th June 2026 By: Martin Creamer

To replace declining demand for the autocatalysis that curbs emissions from vehicle exhausts, new longer-term platinum group metal (PGM) applications are required, Sibanye-Stillwater headlined at... 


Vedanta's aluminium smelter in India
Vedanta completes historic demerger, lists four new companies in India
25th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Global diversified miner Vedanta Group has passed a defining milestone in Indian corporate history with the successful listing of four newly demerged companies on the Bombay Stock Exchange and... 


Critical mineral symbols
China's foreign minister calls on BRICS to strengthen strategic minerals cooperation
24th June 2026 By: Reuters

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday called on BRICS countries to jointly respond to global challenges from Ebola to AI, and strengthen cooperation on strategic mineral resources, according... 


Regional Power Pools: Africa's Greatest Opportunity to Accelerate Electrification
Regional Power Pools: Africa's Greatest Opportunity to Accelerate Electrification
23rd June 2026

As Africa strives to achieve universal access to electricity while supporting economic growth and industrialisation, regional power pools are increasingly being recognised as one of the continent's... 


Crude oil pouring from drilling rig well
Alberta in talks with Japan on boosting Canadian crude imports
23rd June 2026 By: Reuters

The government of Alberta, Canada's main oil-producing province, is in talks to export more crude oil to Japan and reduce that country's reliance on the Middle East, the province's Energy Minister... 


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