Senegal’s oil production reached 36.1 million barrels in 2025, exceeding initial projections of 30.53 million barrels and the mid-year estimate of 34.7 million, the Ministry of Energy, Oil and Mines reported on Wednesday.
Authorities credited the overperformance to well-maintained reservoirs, robust operational performance, and effective well maintenance.
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Senegal’s output comes from the Sangomar offshore oil and gas field, located 100 km off Dakar, operated by Australian firm Woodside Energy since 2024.
Three shipments of crude from Sangomar sold internationally in December accounted for 2.94 million barrels.
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In addition, liquefied natural gas (LNG) production hit record levels, with 0.5 million cubic metres exported in December 2025.
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