Who we are
Energy that moves markets forward
OLA Energy operates across 17 countries, powering mobility and progress in high-growth markets across Africa and beyond.
We deliver reliable, accessible energy solutions while actively contributing to the communities we serve. Our approach is simple: strong local presence, consistent performance, and long-term commitment.
Built on integrity, transparency, and accountability, OLA Energy is a trusted partner, focused on responsible growth and real impact.
Our footprint
Service stations
Blending plants
Customers served daily
Airports served
Countries of operation
Strategy Axes
Refining & Supply Integration
Operational Excellence in Logistics
Market Leadership & Growth
Strategic Partnership & Alliances
Sustainable Energy & ESG Leadership
OLA Energy history
1993
Start of investments in Africa
Tamoil starts downstream business in Egypt as a part of Oilinvest, a European based holding
2000
Decision to have a footprint in Africa
Incorporation of Tamoil Chad S.A., Tamoil Niger S.A., Tamoil Mali S.A. and Tamoil Burkina S.A. Acquisition of Shell Eritrea
Incorporation of Tamoil Africa Holdings Limited in Malta to encompass all Oilinvest activities in Africa
2008
Expansion through acquisition
Acquisition of 5 Shell affiliates in Niger, Chad, Djibouti, Ethiopia and Sudan
Acquisition of 9 ExxonMobil affiliates in Niger, Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Gabon, Cameroon, Kenya, Reunion, Tunisia and Morocco
Incorporation of Libya Oil Holdings Ltd
NOW
Other activities
Acquisition of Joint Oil and Altube
Shareholding in Circle Oil, AIC
