Agência Nacional de Petróleo de São Tomé e Príncipe

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Agência Nacional de Petróleo de São Tomé e Príncipe (ANP‑STP) is the national petroleum regulator of São Tomé and Príncipe. It oversees the country’s oil and gas sector, with a focus on offshore exploration and potential development in the Gulf of Guinea.

ANP‑STP’s mandate covers regulation of upstream activities, organization of licensing rounds, negotiation and administration of petroleum contracts, and management of national petroleum data. The agency monitors technical, environmental, and safety compliance, and provides governance frameworks for resource appraisal and field development. It also serves as the state’s interface with industry participants to ensure transparent, efficient, and sustainable management of São Tomé and Príncipe’s hydrocarbon resources.

Latest news on ANP-STP

17 April 2026
Petrobras to acquire 75% and operatorship of Block 3 offshore São Tomé and Príncipe

Acquirer to take 75% and operatorship of Block 3 offshore São Tomé and Príncipe from Oranto. Post-deal: acquirer 75%, Oranto 15%, ANP‑STP 10%. Subject to regulatory approvals.

12 September 2025
Galp Acquires 27.5% Stake in Shell's São Tomé Offshore Block 4

Galp expands its São Tomé exploration with a new stake in Block 4, joining Shell, Petrobras, and ANP-STP, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the region's offshore resources.