The New Gas Consortium and Angola’s Gas Pivot: A Model for Ending Energy Poverty?
LUANDA, Angola, December 31, 2025/ — Ending energy poverty in Africa requires scalable, reliable and lower-carbon energy systems – and Angola’s accelerating gas agenda is emerging as one of the continent’s most compelling pathways forward. Through projects such as the New Gas Consortium (NGC), new discoveries and a supportive policy and infrastructure framework, Angola is
Regulation that Brings Results: The Impact of Reform on Africa’s Oil and Gas Markets
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, December 31, 2025/ — As African oil-producing nations seek to boost output and attract new capital, regulatory reform has emerged as a key catalyst. Countries such as Angola, Nigeria and the Republic of Congo demonstrate how clear frameworks, transparent licensing and targeted incentives can accelerate investment. As emerging producers gain prominence
How did Australian laws change in 2025? Here are 6 you need to know
By Rick Sarre, Elvio Anthony Sinopoli, Jennifer McKay, Joe McIntyre, Juliette McIntyre, Michelle Fernando & Sarah Moulds Some people take heart in the idea that the law is resistant to change, arguing that this reinforces its stability. Others delight in its ability to adapt to change, as that reflects its flexibility. In our eyes, the
NZ report card 2025: how the country fared in 28 key global and domestic rankings
By Alexander Gillespie Standardised testing and regular progress assessment became key features of the education system this year, so why not apply those same principles to New Zealand as a whole? There’s an important difference here, of course. This exercise is about prompting discussion and debate, and should be read with a degree of caution.
Music can affect your driving – but not always how you’d expect
By Milad Haghani For many of us, listening to music is simply part of the driving routine – as ordinary as wearing a seatbelt. We build playlists for road trips, pick songs to stay awake, and even turn the volume up when traffic gets stressful. More than 80% of drivers listen to music on most trips. And
