EconomyNiger: Kafra oil block could hold 2.5 billion barrels

Niger’s oil minister said active drilling has begun at the Kafra oil block, which could contain an estimated 2.5 billion barrels. The area may become a cornerstone of economic cooperation with neighbouring Algeria, while Chinese companies currently operate most of Niger’s oil production.

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