- ROMPCO has entered into cross-border agreements to supply energy to South Africa and Mozambique markets.
- Gas supply can fuel economic growth, create employment opportunities, and empower local communities.
The Senior Communications and Stakeholder Management Officer at the Republic of Mozambique Pipeline Investments Company (ROMPCO), Siphephelo Kunene, says natural gas is critical to Africa’s industrialisation and development. One of the identified challenges of Africa’s industrialisation is the availability of reliable and affordable energy sources.
ROMPCO’s efforts have been instrumental in advancing industrialisation, not only in South Africa but also in Mozambique. The company has entered into cross-border agreements to supply energy to markets in these countries. Its gas pipeline network can serve Mozambique and South Africa, catalysing industrial growth.
Expanding the gas supply network into other African countries presents challenges, notably geopolitical tensions that can deter potential investors. However, the opportunities are equally promising. The demand for natural gas as an alternative energy source is high, while the revenue generated from expanding the network can significantly drive economic growth and structural transformation.
Kunene added, “Large quantities of natural gas are available to meet the supply and demand of alternative energy sources for industrial development in Africa. This is a game-changer for the continent. Gas supply can fuel economic growth, create employment opportunities, and empower local communities. It brings economic, social, and environmental benefits as we work toward a low-carbon future.”