Trump terminates Biden-era methane rules putting Africa’s $101.75 billion oil and gas market in focus

US President Donald Trump has terminated Biden-era methane regulations in a move that could make it cheaper for American companies to produce oil and gas, increasing competition for African exporters seeking to sell natural gas to international buyers. Mordor Intelligence, a market research and consulting firm, estimates Africa’s oil and gas market will reach $101.75 billion in 2026.