The West African Gas Pipeline Project: Problems and Prospects.
Article from: OGEL 1 (2004), in National and International Issues in Natural Gas Development
Summary
The West African Gas Pipeline Project is an unprecedented energy development project in the West African sub-region. It holds much promise for the effective and economic utilisation of the region's gas resources. It is the needed catalyst to kick-start the region's economic revival, as its successful implementation will make a bold statement about the region's commitment and readiness to compete for foreign investment. Despite the many benefits that will accrue from the project, there are many problems that have to be confronted. The paper examines both the possible benefits and ...