According to the company, the latest well revealed a hydrocarbon column of about 160 metres, indicating a substantial accumulation of oil and gas. This find, known as Moho G, alongside an earlier discovery at Moho H, is estimated to hold close to 100 million barrels of recoverable resources—further strengthening the asset’s long-term production potential.
The Moho deep offshore field, situated roughly 80 kilometres from the coast of Pointe-Noire, is already a key production hub. Current operations rely on two floating production units with a combined output of approximately 90,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, underscoring the field’s importance within TotalEnergies’ African portfolio.
To maximise efficiency and reduce development costs, the company plans to link the newly discovered Moho F and Moho G reserves to its existing offshore infrastructure. This “tie-back” approach allows for faster and more cost-effective development, as it leverages facilities already in place rather than requiring entirely new installations.
Nicola Mavilla, Senior Vice-President of Exploration at TotalEnergies, highlighted the strategic advantage of the discovery, noting that its proximity to current operations enables a short-cycle development model that is both economically and operationally efficient.
The Moho licence is operated by TotalEnergies EP Congo, which holds a 63.5 percent stake. Its partners include Trident Energy with 21.5 percent and Société Nationale des Pétroles du Congo with 15 percent.
The discovery comes amid a broader resurgence of interest in West Africa by global oil majors seeking to offset declining output from mature fields in other regions. With infrastructure already in place and new reserves being unlocked, Congo’s offshore sector is increasingly positioning itself as a key contributor to future energy supply.