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South Africa Plans First Strategic Oil Boost Since Apartheid Era

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South Africa plans to increase its strategic oil reserves for the first time since the apartheid era. This initiative is part of broader continental measures to protect against oil supply disruptions. The move aims to enhance energy security amid potential global supply shocks.

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South Africa plans to increase its strategic oil reserves.

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South Africa plans to increase its strategic oil reserves.

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This is the first time since the apartheid government stockpiled crude.

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The apartheid government previously stockpiled crude oil.

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The move is part of measures across the continent to mitigate supply shocks.

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