Congo raises $300M to boost oil production, aims to double natural gas output by 2027.

Congo's hydrocarbon sector is gaining global investment interest, with the country's national oil company, SNPC, raising $300 million to boost oil production and infrastructure. The Republic of Congo aims to double its natural gas production by 2027 through new projects. The Congo Energy & Investment Forum highlighted the country's progress, with President Denis Sassou Nguesso receiving an award for his leadership in the sector. Challenges include responsible resource management and the shift towards clean energy.