Angola has confirmed a major offshore natural gas discovery at the Gajajeira‑01 well in Block 1/14, located in the Lower Congo Basin, according to the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas. The well, drilled in deep waters off the northwest coast, was developed by Azule Energy, a joint venture between BP and Eni, alongside Equinor, Sonangol E&P, and Acrep S.A.
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This marks Angola’s first exploration well focused primarily on natural gas, a shift that aligns with the government’s strategic goal of expanding its gas value chain and reducing reliance on crude oil exports. According to Azule Energy, preliminary assessments indicate substantial reserves of gas and condensates, positioning the discovery as a key milestone in Angola’s upstream evolution.
With existing infrastructure such as the Angola LNG facility already in place, officials say the discovery could be quickly integrated into the country’s gas monetization and export plans. The government expects the find to attract new exploration interest across offshore blocks and accelerate project development timelines.
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According to energy analysts, the discovery also supports Angola’s broader economic diversification agenda by creating downstream opportunities in LNG production, regional energy trade, and domestic industrial supply. The Ministry has reiterated its commitment to integrated development of both oil and gas resources to maximize returns on deep-water assets.
Industry stakeholders view the find as a strong signal of Angola’s competitiveness in global energy markets and a potential catalyst for increased foreign direct investment in its gas sector.
