Niger and Mali recently made a significant move towards achieving better energy stability by signing a groundbreaking agreement. This agreement entails Niger supplying 150 million liters of diesel to Mali, with the aim of alleviating the frequent power outages experienced in Mali. The diesel will be provided to Énergie du Mali (EDM-SA), the main national energy company in Mali.
The agreement, finalized between Colonel Assimi Goïta, head of the Malian junta, and Niger’s oil minister, Mahaman Moustapha Barke, stipulates that Niger will offer diesel at almost half the usual price. This decision comes at a crucial time when EDM-SA is grappling with financial challenges and struggling to ensure a consistent electricity supply for the residents of Mali’s capital and other cities.
Niger has been showcasing its growing influence in the West African energy sector. In a recent development, Niger inaugurated a pipeline to transport crude oil to Benin, with the oil being extracted by the China National Petroleum Corporation. Additionally, Niger announced a memorandum of understanding to supply diesel to Mali, Burkina Faso, and Chad, its partners in the Alliance of Sahel States. Niger’s objective is to boost its oil production to 110,000 barrels per day, with 90,000 barrels designated for export.
This energy collaboration between Niger and Mali signifies a new era of regional cooperation, highlighting the commitment of both countries to strengthen their ties and foster economic development in the sub-region.
The diesel delivery from Niger to Mali represents a crucial step in finding sustainable solutions to meet the energy requirements of the Malian population. This partnership showcases the capacity of African nations to effectively collaborate in addressing energy challenges and promoting sustainable economic growth.
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