Eni Expands African Exploration Footprint with Major Discoveries in Ivory Coast, AngolaEnergy major Eni continues to deliver on its exploration drive in Africa, announcing two major hydrocarbon discoveries in February 2026. As the voice of the African energy sector, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) commends Eni for its sustained commitment to African exploration. Large-scale discoveries in Ivory Coast and Angola are not only commercial wins – they are strategic victories for the continent. For emerging producers such as Ivory Coast, discoveries of this scale fast-track energy independence and domestic gas-to-power expansion. A Continental Exploration DriveEni’s Ivory Coast and Angola discoveries come as the company advances a bold exploration strategy across the broader African market.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 18, 2026 00:13 UTC