Somalia Confirms Oil Production Timeline as Petroleum Survey Results Set for July Release
The Somali Petroleum Authority has officially confirmed that comprehensive petroleum survey results will be publicly released in July 2025, marking a crucial step toward Somalia’s entry into global oil production between late 2025 and early 2026.
Speaking to state media, SPA Chairman and CEO Eng. Abdulkadir Aden Mohamud revealed that the survey results, compiled from both offshore and onshore assessments, will provide critical insights into Somalia’s untapped hydrocarbon potential. “We are on track to begin oil production in the coming months. The petroleum data will be officially released in July, giving us a clearer understanding of the resource potential in the surveyed areas,” he stated.
The authority is collaborating closely with international partners, with Turkey playing a central role in the initial phase. A Turkish drilling vessel is currently undergoing final preparations and is expected to arrive in Somali waters within weeks.
While offshore exploration has dominated headlines, onshore regions, particularly Lower Shabelle, have also shown promising indicators. Technical evaluations have been conducted in these areas, with full-scale activities set to resume after the rainy season concludes.
As part of its long-term vision, SPA has already sent dozens of young Somali engineers and technicians abroad for technical training, ensuring a strong local workforce ready to assume leadership roles in the emerging energy sector.
Source: radiodalsan.com
