Springfield Exploration & Production and its partners on West Cape Three Points Block 2 – namely the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) and the GNPC Exploration & Production Company – have successfully completed testing of the appraisal well of the discovery 'Afina. Located offshore Ghana, the appraisal well revealed positive production flows, signaling an increase in crude production for the country.
The African Energy Chamber (AEC), which is the voice of the African energy sector, welcomes the proactive approach taken by Springfield E&P to unlock new oil and gas assets in Ghana. The company has demonstrated a strong commitment to bring new fields into operation and will play an important role in increasing oil and gas production in the country. This monumental milestone strengthens Springfield's position as a Ghanaian producer, as the company is the first independent Ghanaian and African energy company to exploit a deepwater deposit in the country.
Afina's evaluation activity confirmed the good productivity of the reservoir, with a maximum flow rate of 4,500 barrels of oil per day (bpd). Meanwhile, a mini drill pipe test confirmed the presence of gas and condensate in the well, with an estimated throughput potential of 12,000 barrels per day (bpd). The test also confirmed Springfield's understanding of its geological and geophysical models at the well, demonstrating the company's operational capability and cementing its position as one of Africa's leading oil and gas players.
Through this and other major achievements in recent years, Ghana has positioned itself as a globally competitive oil market. Over the past few months, Ghana has seen strong growth across its oil and gas value chain. Ongoing projects consolidating its position as a major producer include the Tema LNG plant, located near the capital Accra, which is expected to begin production by the end of the year. The project, which will be able to produce 1.7 million tonnes of gas per year, will have the capacity to import, store, regasify and deliver LNG to buyers in the Accra region.
Meanwhile, the Atuabo II gas processing plant is on track to produce in 2025. Developed by Ghana Gas with joint venture partners, the project has a capacity of 150 million standard cubic feet of natural gas per day and includes the development of a second processing plant at the Atuabo site. With this development, the plant has the potential to double its capacity to 300 million standard cubic feet per day, producing LNG, butane, propane and pentane condensate.
Despite this strong project portfolio, Ghana continues to offer significant opportunities for companies in the energy and technology sector. By participating this year in the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference, the country was able to attract the attention of companies in the energy and technology sector. It has also demonstrated a deliberate desire to attract foreign capital across its entire value chain: In 2025, this desire will continue, as the country's investment opportunities will be highlighted. Ghana has long been a significant part of the event, and in 2025, AEW: Invest in African Energy – taking place from September 29 to October 3, 2025 in Cape Town – will continue to promote Ghanaian energy opportunities while showcasing upgrades updating projects and political reforms.
“Ghana has consistently demonstrated its commitment to sustainable, long-term investments. Through market-driven policies, a strong pipeline of projects and continued collaborations with investors through platforms like AEW: Invest in African Energy, the country has fostered significant economic growth. Looking ahead, Ghana's continued successes in the oil and gas industry will further accelerate the development of its energy sector, and the country is poised to remain a key player in the continent's energy space for many years to come. come,” said AEC Executive Chairman NJ Ayuk.
