Sasol Cuts Gas Production At Mozambique Plant Amid Unrest

Gauteng-based energy and chemicals group Sasol, led by South African executive Simon Baloyi, has scaled back natural gas production at its Temane processing plant in Mozambique.

The decision comes amid rising safety concerns fueled by post-election violence, which has disrupted the region's stability and industrial operations.

The unrest, triggered by Mozambiques contentious October elections, has led to widespread instability, claiming at least 54 lives this week.

The volatility has disrupted South32s mining activities and temporarily closed Mozambiques main border crossing with South Africa, creating ripple effects across industries reliant on regional connectivity.

Sasols precautionary measures reflect the severity of the situation. We are operating with heightened caution to ensure the safety of our personnel, service providers, and local communities, Sasol spokesperson Alex Anderson said Wednesday.