Opportunities in LPG: Rwanda Market Analysis and Growth Trends

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Rwanda is no longer in those ages when people cook with logs of wood. Now, they use cooking gas(LPG), which they buy from petrol stations, independent distributors, or supermarkets for their cooking.

Previously, the use of LPG in institutions was quite inexistent. But now, the use of LPG in restaurants, hotels, boarding schools, military camps, police stations, refugee camps, and prisons is estimated to reach 2,9990,745kg.

The use of LPG has been attracting the attention of Rwandan consumers.

“Wow!” I hear you say. “LPG, here I come.” But what are the growth trends?

According to the Ministry of Infrastructure, the use of LPG has increased tremendously since 2016 to reach about 10,000 tons per annum, which is expected to increase to more than 240,000 tons by 2024.

In general, the LPG market dynamic presents growth opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors. At the household level, the progress is promising. And commercial and public institutions started to adopt the use of LPG.

Leveraging Renewable Energy Potential In Mining Sector Operations in Tanzania

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Mining companies can only do with the issue of renewable energy. Because for one thing, the industry uses tremendous energy to produce resources.

On average, produce mining spends 40 percent of its budget on energy costs using primarily traditional fossil fuels such as petrol and diesel.

Mining companies have sites, some of which are extremely remote with no direct-to-local utilities.

This means they have two choices: build expensive transmission lines or use remote power sources at the site. It all comes downs to cost and comfort zone.

It is human nature to go by what we know. Although lower energy costs will benefit mining companies. Mines must overcome the initial resistance to try something “new”

Although only some companies are already implementing alternative energy, if mining operations utilized renewable energy technology to generate their own power, numerous benefits would be obtained, including lower carbon and saving operation costs.

Petrol Station Investment Opportunities For Logistics/Transportation companies(Transporters) In Tanzania

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Road and logistics transportation companies use a tremendous amount of fuel(petrol and diesel) in their operations.

On average, logistics spends 40 percent of its budget on fuel costs.

This means transporters have choices. build their own petrol stations or continue to source fuel from oil marketing companies.

It is human nature to go by what we know. Transporters must overcome the initial resistance to try something “new”

However, lower fuel costs or adding new revenue will benefit road logistics and transportation companies.

Business Plan For Solar Supply and Installation In South Africa

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  1. Orientation

Thamane Solar Supply (Pty) Ltd is a registered private company (Reg No: 2023/755985/07) that was incorporated in 2023 in terms of the South African Companies’ Act. The company is owned company by a progressive and determined entrepreneur Happy Skosana.

It is a renewable energy company focusing on solar supply and installations to home owners, property developers, bond houses, malls, corporate and government institutions. The establishment of the company was motivated by the global drive towards sustainable development and country’s energy challenges. The South African Government through the Department of Trade and Industry in its revised balanced scenario had 400 MW solar commitments. The above commitment creates an excellent opportunity for companies such as Thamane Solar Supply (Pty) Ltd to exploit. We have been able to secure a standard and well – positioned office/warehouse facility in Pretoria.

  1. Business model

Thamane Solar Supply (Pty) Ltd will offer services such as solar panel sales, installation, repair, servicing and maintenance et al. Our business goal is to become one of the leading solar panel installations, maintenance and repair company in Tshwane and we will make sure that we do all we can to compete favorably with leaders in the industry including solar panel manufacturing companies that are also into solar panel repairs. Our workers are going to be selected from a pool of certified and highly experienced solar panel / solar energy repair engineers and technicians in and around Pretoria and also from any part of South Africa as the business grows. We will make sure that we take all the members of our workforce through the required trainings that will position them to meet the expectation of the company and to compete with leading solar panel installation, maintenance and repair companies in Tshwane and throughout the country.

  1. Management Capability

Company Directors and key personnel have strong academic background and working experiences in the areas of HR management, enterprise development, law and strategy and business management. Our experience and qualifications is drawn from various organizations and academic institutions in the country and wide ranging experience has been obtained over the last 5 and 10 years respectively.

Business Information

1.1    Background

Thamane Solar Supply (Pty) Ltd is a black-owned company that was established in 2023. We are a solar panel installation, maintenance and repair company that is set to compete in the highly competitive solar panel installation, maintenance and repair services industry not only in Pretoria, but also throughout the whole province of Gauteng market. Our key business focus is renewable energy, specifically solar energy. Thamane Solar Supply (Pty) Ltd will supply a wide range of solar power modules ranging from 10Wp up to 300Wp and our attention will be focused on quality and service whilst at the same time offering the most competitive pricing.

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1           EXECUTIVE SUMMARY. 4

2           BUSINESS INFORMATION.. 6

2.1       Introduction.. 6

2.2       Particulars of the Directors. 6

2.3       Particulars of the Business. 6

2.4       Vision.. 6

2.5       Mission Statement 6

2.6       Business Model 7

3           FUNDING REQUIREMENTS. 8

4           PRODUCTS AND SERVICES. 9

4.1       Products specifications. 9

4.2       Services. 9

4.3       Benefits to the user 9

4.4       Export potential 10

5           INDUSTRY ANALYSIS. 11

5.1       Feasibility Study. 11

5.2       Summary of the industry. 11

5.3       Market Overview… 11

5.4       Market Potential 12

5.4.1   Alternate Renewable Energy Technologies. 12

5.5       Value Drivers and Industry Price Structures. 12

5.5.1   Summary of Findings. 13

6           MARKETING PLAN.. 14

6.1       Introduction.. 14

6.2       Target Market 14

6.3       Marketing Strategies. 14

6.3.1   Planned Positioning: 16

6.3.2   Channels to Market 16

6.3.3   Promotion Strategy. 17

6.4       Competitive Analysis. 19

6.5       Competition and Industry. 19

7           SWOT ANALYSIS. 20

8           FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS. 22

8.1       Projections and assumptions. 22

8.2       Projected Monthly Income Statement 24

8.3       Annual Projected Income Statement 25

8.4       Projected Annual Cashflow… 26

8.5       Break-even Analysis. 26

9           OPERATIONAL PLAN.. 27

9.1       Module Production Line Technology. 27

9.2       Organogram… 28

9.3       Profiles of shareholders. 29

10         KEY MANAGEMENT CONTROLS. 30

10.1    Introduction.. 30

10.2    Reporting Structure.. 30

10.3    Monthly management accounts. 30

10.4    Key financial Management Controls. 30

10.4.1Fixed Assets. 30

10.4.2 Reporting.. 31

10.5    Cash Management 31

11         IMPLEMENTATION PLAN.. 32

Energy Sector Opportunities in Tanzania and Africa and What You Need to Do Next?

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The growing population and increasing demand for energy present opportunities for entrepreneurs and companies who want to seize opportunities in rapidly emerging markets.

The opportunities range from petrol station investments, LPG to lubricants sales.

But where do you start? What do you need to do next?

The more you plan based on reality, deal with analysis and facts, and challenge your very assumption, the more you increase your business or company’s likelihood of success. Here are modern tools used in business world for forecasting and help you decide what to do next.

1.SWOT Analysis: Identify the objective of the business venture as well as internal and external factors that help or hinder the achievement of the goals, Things as regulations framework and understanding foreseeable demand and supply within the industry. Also, understanding market share, annual growth rate, and monthly/annual metrics. And players in the market. This encompasses their standing, market strategies, strengths, and potential areas for growth.

2.Cost Benefit Analysis: This will provide the costs of the projects and their breakdowns, including labor expenses, utilities, profit margin, land size, equipment costs, etc. This analysis will help you budget accordingly and present wise investments to partners or use as support f

or and evidence of the soundness of your decisions when you seek capital from banks or investors,

3.Develop Business Plan: The analysis in the business plan is designed to focus on how you will meet your business objectives.

Details such as products, services or services a business will sell and how sales, marketing, and staffing, give you a clear strategic road map as well as valuable tools for communicating with possible banks and investors.

I hope this helps.

What You Need to Know to Make the Best Decision About Your Ideas, Project, Opportunity, and Business In the Fuel/Petroleum Sector In Tanzania and Africa?

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Are you planning to enter Tanzania or Africa’s fuel/petroleum sector?   

Have you noticed possible signs of a fuel/petroleum sector opportunity but are not sure if it makes sense for your company?

Or are you unsure that you have sufficient, specific, accurate, and current information to make strategic decisions in the petroleum sector?

If you are unsure or have answered yes to any of these questions, then you will benefit from this article.

As the demand for fuel grows in the region, the petroleum/fuel sector becomes a complex, competitive, noisy, and daily battle.

To reduce risks and achieve growth and profitability, entrepreneurs make better decisions faster, plan based on reality, deal with facts, and challenge their assumptions.

Here is what you need to know better decisions faster.

1. Nationwide Metrics: You need to get insights and evidence regarding the current nationwide metrics for fuel consumption in Tanzania. This could include trends over recent years or any projection models that might be available.

2. Demand and Supply Projections: Understanding the foreseeable demand and supply within the industry would be of immense value. And any anticipated changes or events that might significantly alter these dynamics in the coming years?

3. Corporate Perspective: Given your extensive involvement in the industry, I would be keen to know your perspective on the top fuel providers in Tanzania. This encompasses their standing, market strategies, strengths, and potential areas for growth.

4. Company Metrics: You must also have any metrics related to these top fuel providers, such as market share, annual growth rate, monthly/annual metrics, or any other relevant KPIs.

Once you have this level of clarity, you will be able to make smart and more successful decisions, reduce risks and be right the first time.

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Due to our exposure and involvement industry, we gather insights to bring the clarity you need to enhance your understanding, reduce risks and grow your business in the complex fuel sector landscape in Tanzania or Africa.

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Do You Need As Much Insight When You Are Making Strategic Decisions?

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Do you need as much insight when you are making strategic decisions?

Be honest. If not, what is your risk of making a mistake? And can you afford that mistake?

When you buy a car, chances are good that you read all you can about your choice, talk to your friends, and check out websites.

Perhaps you do all these to minimize risks and learn about other buyer problems or hidden information before you purchase.

The real question is “Do you gather insights when you make marketing or strategic decisions?” And can you afford that mistake?

Most large multinational companies often have a cushion and can absorb mistakes; small ones can’t. Big or small mistakes are not desirable in business. And the risk can be minimized with actionable insights.

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What you need to know to make the best possible decisions for your idea, project, business, products or company?

Through our exposure and involvement in the industry we provide you with insights to reduce risks and maximize opportunity.

Are You Staying Connected to the Right Opportunities?

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Do you stay honest about your vision? Are you staying connected to the right opportunities?

They are simple, powerful questions. That no one in business can answer.

Because the business landscape has become complex, competitive, rapidly changing, noisy, and a daily battle.

As a matter of fact, entrepreneurs report that quantity, quality, and analysis of data is the top concern.

But, despite all the agency reports, spreadsheets, content, publications and experts out there, entrepreneurs still struggle to stay connected with the right opportunities.

Introducing ….African energy sector insights and metrics.

We empower entrepreneurs like you with actionable insights so you can stay connected to the right opportunities and customers and remain true to your vision.

We believe that when you use insights as the basis of your decision-making process, you will be able to focus your time, money, and effort on the right opportunities, and you will meet your customers’ needs with incredible precision.

Five Great Oil and Gas Business Opportunities and Their Business Plans

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The high energy demand creates immense opportunities for investment and expansion in the oil, gas, and energy sector in sub-Sahara Africa. Here are lucrative oil and gas business opportunities with their sample business plans.

  1. Petrol Stations

The increasing number of vehicles on the road and the rise of transportation activities present promising opportunities for petrol station investment and expansion in Tanzania.

Read: A Sample Business Plan for Starting, Operating and Maintain Future Sustainable Petrol or Service Station in Tanzania and East Africa

2.Liquefied Petroleum Gas

The East African population is transitioning from firewood and charcoal to LPG usage. The consumption of LPG has been increasing so fast in Tanzania and East Africa due to regular awareness campaigns on the social and health benefits of LPG as the rising per capita income of the citizen. For example, Tanzania’s annual LP gas consumption has grown from 5,500 metric tonnes in 2005 to 145,800 in 2019.

Read: A Sample Business Plan for Starting an LP Gas (Cooking Gas) Distribution/Wholesale and Retailing Business in Tanzania: A Business Plan for one Quick Gas Limited

Read Also: A Sample business plan for an LP Gas(Cooking Gas) Plant in Tanzania.

3.Lubricants Oils Business.

The lubricants(engine oil) sector is growing quickly in Tanzania and Africa. Increasing the number of vehicles on the road and the desire for regular maintenance for owners to take better care of their vehicles drive the expansion of the lubricants market in the region. Also the desire for organizations to reduce operation costs by ensuring the machinery operate smoothly drives the demand for industrial lubricants.

Read : Business Plan for Lubricants oils Plant ( Engine oil, greases) in Tanzania

Read also:Investment Profile for Small Lubricants(Gear and Engine Oil) Blending Plant In Tanzania

4.Bulk Petroleum Operations.

The high energy needs in Tanzania and Africa present opportunities for people who want to enhance access to high-quality products in the regions. Bulk petroleum business involves importing, storing, trading, supplying, selling, and marketing petroleum products to consumers across the country and neighboring countries.

Read:Business Plan for Starting Bulk Petroleum Business Operations in Tanzania and East Africa

5.Road logistic and transportation of fuel and petroleum products

 The increasing demand of petroleum products (example, premium motor spirit, diesel, kerosene, and other petroleum products) in Tanzania, East Africa and Central Africa drives demand for logistic and transpiration solutions.

Read;A Sample Business Plan for Starting and Operating a Road Logistics and Transportation Business for Fuel/Petroleum Products in Tanzania

 

I hope this help.

Are You Aware of the Top Oil and Gas Projects to Watch In Tanzania, Uganda, and Mozambique?

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The exploration success in East Africa in recent years has been an exciting development, and the resources discovered have the potential for significant benefit to the countries involved.

So far, three, maybe four billion barrels of oil have been discovered onshore in Uganda and Kenya and 200 (or more) Tcfg offshore Tanzania and Mozambique. Suddenly East Africa is on everyone’s radar. Let’s take a the top projects in Tanzania, Uganda, and Mozambique.

Tanzania

EACOP: The EACOP will require a USD 3.5-billion investment for a 1,440-kilometre, 216,000-bopd capacity pipeline to export crude oil from Kabaale in western Uganda to the port of Tanga. The EACOP will be the world’s longest electrically heated crude oil pipeline, allowing the transportation of Uganda’s high-viscosity oil. 

The pipeline will be managed by the EACOP Company, formed by operator TotalEnergies (62%), UNOC (15%), TPDC (15%) and CNOOC (8%).

In May 2022, Bolloré Logistics announced it had been selected as the main logistics contractor services for the EACOP. The project’s materials and equipment will be discharged in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and transported to different locations in Tanzania and Uganda. 

Works involve end-to-end receiving, storage, handling, and transporting hundreds of thousands of cubic meters of cargo, including over 80,000 joints of 18-meter line pipe, multiple heavy-lift operations, break-bulk, and containerized cargo transportation.

Other contractors for the project include China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering for the construction of the pipeline, feeder line, and aboveground installations; the Daqing Oilfield Construction Group for the construction of the terminal and tanks; SNEF-Schneider for electrical instrumentation and control of telecom security; BBN for construction of the jetty; and ISOAF Tanzania for provision of the thermal insulation of the pipeline. Engineering firm Worley is in charge of engineering, procurement, construction management, and commissioning.

Liquefied Natural Gas(LNG).The LNG made big front-page headlines for weeks, and people are still discussing it months after.

The surprising (or unsurprising) thing about the news and development is that the attention it is garnering now makes all the hullabaloo in previous months a child’s play.

When it made newspaper headlines, we were told that;.

Tanzania has reached a successful conclusion, and a Host Government Agreement is now being drafted alongside a production-sharing contract covering the offshore acreage involved.

A final investment decision (FID) is expected in 2025, with the front-end engineering and design (FEED) phase preceding FID.

Construction time is likely to be five to six years, suggesting the large-scale project could come on-stream around 2030

Other projects include ongoing production activities in the Songo Songo and Mnazi Bay gas fields. 

Mozambique.

With substantial natural gas discovery, Mozambique has promising oil and gas projects. The country has had one small field producing gas since 2004. Operated by Sasol, which supplies the vast majority of gas to South Africa. Eni-Exxon Mobil-led 15.2 MTPA will be fully commissioned in 2026. By 2025/2026, Mozambique will have four operational LNG trains

Uganda.

TILENGA: The Tilenga Project, operated by TotalEnergies EP Uganda, covers three production licenses in Contract Area 1 – Jobi-Rii, Gunya, and Ngiri – and three in License Area 2 North: Kasamene-Wahrindi, Kigogole-Ngara, and Nsoga. The total expected production of these fields is 190,000 bopd.

The project will comprise more than 426 wells with more than 160 kilometers of flowlines connecting the fields to the central processing facility (CPF). The CPF will have a capacity of 190,000 bopd, and will be connected via a 24-inch, 95-kilometer pipeline to the Kabaale refinery.

Major contracts were announced after the February 2022 FID announcement, and contractors were mobilized. Tier 1 contractors include McDermott, Sinopec, ZPEB, Vallourec, and Mota-Engil Uganda. Drilling rigs are currently under construction in China and the first is expected to arrive in the second half of 2022 so that drilling can kick start in December 2022.

KINGFISHER: The Kingfisher project is operated by CNOOC. The Kingfisher Development Area (KFDA) covers the Kingfisher field in the area formerly known as Block 3A, located in the Kikuube district, and there are plans for tie-ins of the Mputa-Nzizi-Waraga fields in the Hoima district. The total production expected from these fields will be 40,000 bopd.

CNOOC obtained the production license for the KFDA in September 2013, and the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment certificate in February 2020. The upstream development will comprise 31 wells to be drilled in four well pads, as well as a 40,000-bopd CPF fed by 19 kilometers of flowlines. Midstream-wise, a 46-kilometer pipeline will connect the CPF to Kabaale.

After the announcement of the FID, Uganda’s Excel Construction kicked off the construction phase at the Kingfisher project involving building well pads, access roads, and water intake points.

The Tilenga and Kingfisher developments, whose combined output is expected to reach 230,000 bopd, will be connected via feeder lines to the UNOC-managed Kabaale Industrial Park near Hoima. The Kabaale Industrial Park will comprise an international airport, expected to be operational during 2023; Uganda’s crude export hub, from which EACOP will start; a 60,000-bpd re