The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) is a major project set to unlock the oil potential of East Africa. As of November 2024, the pipeline had reached 47.1% completion. The 1,443 km pipeline will transport crude oil from Uganda’s Lake Albert fields, which hold 6.5 billion barrels of oil, to international markets via Tanzania, with operations expected to begin in 2025. The project is operated by a consortium that includes TotalEnergies and China National Offshore Corporation, demonstrating the global interest and investment in Africa’s energy resources.
