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JET CONCERT
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Grand Africa CafeOPEN TO ALL DELEGATES
Workshops
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orchid, daisy and freesia (CTICC2)
Energy Masterclass
Hosted by S&P Global Energy
SpeakersDaniel Evans , VP, Global Head of Fuels and Refining Research , S&P Global Energy
VP, Global Head of Fuels and Refining Research , S&P Global EnergyDaniel Evans, S&P Global Vice President, leads our Fuels and Refining research. The team Daniel leads is responsible for our global and regional short-term refined product supply, demand, price and ma … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Room 2.4A
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Room 2.4BHosted by MicrosoftSPONSORED BY
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Room 2.4ASPONSORED BY
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Terrace Room
Africa’s Multidimensional Energy Future post Hormuz
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Room 2.4ASPONSORED BY
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orchid, daisy and freesia (CTICC2)This session provides a high-level introduction to petroleum sector risk in upstream oil and gas, with a focus on the above-ground factors that shape investment decisions, project delivery, and sector … Read MoreSpeakersRoderick Bruce , Africa Lead, Energy Terms and Risk , S&P Global Energy
Africa Lead, Energy Terms and Risk , S&P Global EnergyRoderick Bruce is an Associate Director and Africa Lead with the Energy Terms and Risk (EnTR) team at S&P Global Energy, specializing in forecasting and benchmarking above-ground risks in sub-Saharan … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Terrace RoomFrom Power to Position: Energy, Industry and Sovereignty in Africa’s Next EconomySPONSORED BYZayed Sustainability Price
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Room 2.4ASPONSORED BY
Investor Forum
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Bluebell and Watsonia (CTICC-2)SPONSORED BYAPPO and SANPC
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4The Deal Room is a platform to facilitate deals in the African energy sector. Project sponsors, developers, and promoters are invited to showcase active oil and gas, energy and infrastructure deals t … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Terrace RoomThe 2026 ExxonMobil Foundation STEM Africa Challenge celebrates the brightest young minds from Nigeria, Namibia, Angola, and Mozambique. Join us as high school students from these African nations show … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Africa's Oil & Gas Moment: Energy Security, Geopolitical Realignment and the New Investment Imperative
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4In partnership with Moyes & Co, Farmout Angel & Envoi Ltd, the African Farmout Forum is a prominent showcase of available blocks and acreage, across the continent; it provides oil companies and invest … Read More
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Hall 1A/1BThis prestigious ceremony celebrates recent success in Africa’s energy industry, a platform dedicated to celebrating trailblazers across the continent.
Opening Ceremony
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Hall 1A/1BThe grand opening plenary for the Africa Energy Week, featuring high-level addresses from Presidents, Ministers and industry executives shaping the future of African energy.SPONSORED BY
AEW Town Hall
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastSouth Africa is developing an integrated energy system that combines electricity, gas, liquid fuels, hydrogen, and energy storage to enhance energy security and support industrial growth. This session … Read MoreChairpersonDustin Van Liew , SVP, Global Policy , EnerGeo Alliance
SVP, Global Policy , EnerGeo AllianceDustin Van Liew is Senior Vice President, Global Policy & Government Affairs at the EnerGeo Alliance, a global industry association representing the energy geoscience and exploration sector. He leads … Read MoreSpeakersTaelo Mojapelo , CEO , bp SA
CEO , bp SATaelo Mojapelo is the CEO of bp Southern Africa (bpSA). She is an experienced business leader with a wealth of commercial and operational experience across Africa. Taelo holds an MBA from GIBS, a Mast … Read More -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastAngola is prioritizing massive deepwater projects and the establishment of its first dedicated gas industry. This session will analyze the strategies, reforms, and investments required to maximise lon … Read MoreSpeakersMartin Deffontaines , MD & Country Manager , TotalEnergies
MD & Country Manager , TotalEnergiesMartin Deffontaines is the Managing Director and Country Chair of TotalEnergies E&P Angola. An engineer by training (ENSTA, University of Paris VI), he joined the company in 1991 and has held senior r … Read MorePaul McDade , CEO , Afentra Plc
CEO , Afentra PlcPaul’s 35 years within the international Oil & Gas business has provided him with a rich and diverse set of relevant experiences. From his early international experience in challenging operational, so … Read MoreSPONSORED BYSonangol and ANPG -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom East
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastSpeakers
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastSpeakersAhonsi Unuigbe , Founder & CEO , Petralon Energy
Founder & CEO , Petralon EnergyMr. Unuigbe has over 20 years experience in oil & gas project finance and sectors spanning energy, petrochemicals & power. He worked for 11 years in investment banking and project finance starting at … Read More -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastAs international majors exit onshore Africa, a bold generation of indigenous operators is seizing assets and scaling production to capture value across the full chain, from wellhead to refinery, there … Read MoreChairpersonOneyka Cindy Ojogbo , Managing Partner , CLG
Managing Partner , CLGOneyka Cindy Ojogbo is the Managing Partner at CLG, a pan-African legal and business advisory firm at the forefront of oil and gas, energy, and infrastructure advisory across the continent. A recogniz … Read MoreSpeakersAdegbite Falade , MD & CEO , Aradel Holdings PLC
MD & CEO , Aradel Holdings PLCMr. Falade is the MD/CEO of Aradel Holdings Plc subsidiaries, with operating footprints in upstream oil/gas development and production, midstream gas processing and commercialization, modular refinery … Read MoreGeorge Toriola , Chief Strategy Officer , First E&P
Chief Strategy Officer , First E&PMr. Toriola is an accomplished E&P professional with over 30 years of experience in the energy industry. He has held several leadership positions in both the Energy and Finance sectors, overseeing acq … Read MoreBolaji Ogundare , Group Executive Director , Pan Ocean & the Newcross Companies
Group Executive Director , Pan Ocean & the Newcross CompaniesDr. Bolaji Ogundare is the Group Executive Director (Corporate Strategy) for the Pan Ocean Oil Corporation and Newcross group of companies. He is also a Founding Partner and Director of Carbon Limits … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
Upstream E&P Forum
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Hall 1A/1BCapital, Policy and Technology for Frontier Basin Development. Exploring the geological trends driving renewed interest in frontier zones across Africa.ChairpersonNikki Martin , President & CEO , EnerGeo Alliance
President & CEO , EnerGeo AllianceNikki Martin is President & CEO of EnerGeo Alliance, the global trade organization for the energy geoscience industry. Nikki joined EnerGeo (then IAGC) in 2013 and previously served as the Vice Presid … Read MoreSpeakersH.E. Foday Manseray , Director General , Petroleum Directorate of Sierra Leone (PDSL)
Director General , Petroleum Directorate of Sierra Leone (PDSL)As an engineer by profession with vast experience in the oil and gas industry, Mansaray has worked with global majors including Schlumberger and TotalEnergies in Brazil, Gabon and the UK. Currently, M … Read MoreEyas Alhomouz , CEO , Apus Energy
CEO , Apus EnergyEyas Alhomouz is the CEO of Petromal, the Abu Dhabi- Based Energy Company owned by National Holding, and its subsidiary Apus Energy DMCC.With over 25 years in the global oil and gas industry, he has l … Read MoreTerry Gebhardt , VP - Exploration , Woodside Energy
VP - Exploration , Woodside EnergyTerry is a 25-year petroleum industry professional currently in the role of Vice President Exploration with Woodside Energy. Prior to this role, Terry has held many upstream technical and leadership r … Read More -
Hall 1A/1BSpeakersOsayande Igiehon , CEO , Heirs Energies Limited
CEO , Heirs Energies LimitedOsayande Igiehon, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director at Heirs Energies, emphasizes in this interview, energy sufficiency is a key concern. In this exclusive conversation, the seasoned energ … Read More -
Hall 1A/1BRevitalising onshore and brownfield assets to boost production, enhance recovery, and channel gas into industrial growth.ChairpersonTominiyi Owolabi , Managing Partner , Olaniwun Ajayi LP
Managing Partner , Olaniwun Ajayi LPDr. Tominiyi Owolabi is the Managing Partner at Olaniwun Ajayi LP, a leading full-service commercial law firm headquartered in Lagos (Nigeria) with branches across Nigeria and in London (United Kingdo … Read MoreSpeakersOsayande Igiehon , CEO , Heirs Energies Limited
CEO , Heirs Energies LimitedOsayande Igiehon, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director at Heirs Energies, emphasizes in this interview, energy sufficiency is a key concern. In this exclusive conversation, the seasoned energ … Read MoreOladimeji Bashorun , MD & CEO , Energia Limited
MD & CEO , Energia LimitedBashorun Oladimeji is the Managing Director/CEO at Energia Limited, with over 24 years of upstream oil and gas experience. He has led impactful operations across Nigeria, the UK, US, Netherlands, and … Read More -
Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestChairpersonAdeleke Alao , Director , CLG Nigeria
Director , CLG NigeriaAdeleke is an accomplished legal professional with over 12 years of experience advising leading corporations, financial institutions, and government agencies on complex, high-value transactions across … Read MoreSpeakersCesare Canevese , CEO , Dietsmann
CEO , DietsmannCesare Canevese, 49, is the CEO of Dietsmann, a company leader in operations and maintenance services for the energy sector. Italian by nationality, he holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineer … Read More
Renegade Intel
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Room 2.4AAfrica is losing around $40–$50 billion each year due to power outages and outdated energy systems. This session brings together policymakers, investors, and tech leaders to make critical decisions on … Read MoreSpeakersDan Thompson , Research Director, Data Center Services and Infrastructure , S&P Global Energy
Research Director, Data Center Services and Infrastructure , S&P Global EnergyDan Thompson is a Research Director at 451 Research from S&P Global Energy. He leads the Data Center Services & Infrastructure team, which is charged with keeping tabs on the data center industry … Read More
Energy Additions Forum
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Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestSpeakersMarieme-Sav Sow , VP, Engagement & Advocacy. , TotalEnergies
VP, Engagement & Advocacy. , TotalEnergiesMarième‑Sav Sow exemplifies transformational leadership in the energy sector—blending innovative thinking, a drive for sustainability, and a strong commitment to diversity, operational excellence, and … Read More
Energy Finance Forum
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4As global energy markets shift, Africa’s oil and gas sector is attracting strong capital while facing rising costs and tighter fiscal conditions. This session will explore what is driving investor int … Read MoreChairpersonSamira Mensah , Managing Director, Research & Analytics Africa and Country Head - South Africa , S&P Global Ratings
Managing Director, Research & Analytics Africa and Country Head - South Africa , S&P Global RatingsSamira Mensah is Managing Director Research & Analytics Africa and Country Head's South Africa. She is responsible for S&P Global Ratings‘ thought leadership and market outreach strategy across the co … Read MoreSpeakersEleanor Adaralegbe , CFO , Seplat Energy
CFO , Seplat EnergyEleanor Adaralegbe is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Director of Seplat Energy Plc, a leading Nigerian independent energy company. She was appointed to the Board as an Executive Direc … Read MoreDave Campbell , SVP , bp Mauritania & Senegal
SVP , bp Mauritania & SenegalDave Campbell is the SVP for Mauritania and Senegal (M&S), overseeing bp’s projects in the region, including the cross-border Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG mega-project. Dave has previously worked … Read MoreH.E. Tom Alweendo , Former Minister of Mines & Energy & Founder , Alvenco Advisory, Republic of Namibia
Former Minister of Mines & Energy & Founder , Alvenco Advisory, Republic of NamibiaHon. Tom Alweendo is the founder and CEO of Alvenco Advisory. His career in public service spans leadership as Deputy Governor and Governor of the Bank of Namibia, where he oversaw the creation of the … Read More -
Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestEnhancing capital access for African gas developments by improving project viability, reducing investment risk, and unlocking new funding channels.ChairpersonLaurent Ruseckas , Executive Director, First Take Gas, Geopolitics and Finance , S&P Global Energy
Executive Director, First Take Gas, Geopolitics and Finance , S&P Global EnergyLaurent Ruseckas is a specialist on gas markets, gas midstream, politics and policy in Europe and Eurasia, S&P Global Commodity Insights. Laurent is a leading authority on the gas industry in Europe a … Read More
Power Africa Today
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Across Africa, a significant pipeline of power generation, transmission, and distribution projects have been announced, yet many struggle to progress to financial close and construction. This session … Read MoreSpeakersHon. Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor , Minister for Energy & Green Transition , Republic of Ghana
Minister for Energy & Green Transition , Republic of GhanaHon. John Abdulai Jinapor is a distinguished public servant and energy expert with extensive experience in economic policy, finance, and energy management. He has a dynamic leadership and in-depth kn … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4How are new reforms and innovative financing models are transforming Africa’s transmission sector, enabling private investment, strengthening grid efficiency, and accelerating the integration of renew … Read MoreChairpersonSilvia Macri , Associate Director, Power & Renewables Research , S&P Global Energy
Associate Director, Power & Renewables Research , S&P Global EnergySilvia Macri serves as Associate Director at S&P Global Commodity Insights, where she oversees renewable and power market analysis in Africa and the Middle East. She leads a team dedicated to power re … Read MoreSpeakersRichard Matsiko , Chief Executive Officer , Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL
Chief Executive Officer , Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCLEng. Richard Matsiko is a seasoned Ugandan electrical engineer and corporate executive, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL). … Read MoreJustin C. Loongo , CEO , ZESCO Limited
CEO , ZESCO LimitedJustin has vast experience in project management, supervising renewable energy projects, negotiating, packaging and managing EPC contracts, and executing projects funded by bilateral and multilateral … Read MoreStephen Dihwa , Coordination Executive Director , SAPP
Coordination Executive Director , SAPPEng. Stephen Dihwa has over 30 years of experience in the power sector. He began his career with the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (ZESA) in 1988, rising through the ranks to become Business D … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Nigeria's electricity market is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades. The National Integrated Electricity Policy (2025) and the transition of regulatory oversight to state electri … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Advancing bankability, risk mitigation and investment mobilisation and exploring blended financing for a sustainable renewable energy landscape in Africa.SPONSORED BY
Downstream & Petchem Forum
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Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestWith intense global energy volatility, securing a resilient and affordable downstream supply is critical for Africa's economic growth. This session navigates the immediate macroeconomic pressures by m … Read MoreChairpersonStanislas Drochon , Africa Head of Fuels & Refining , S&P Global Energy
Africa Head of Fuels & Refining , S&P Global EnergyStan Drochon is S&P Global Energy’s Africa Head of Fuels and Refining. He has been working for more than 20 years in African energy affairs, business development and strategy. His work experience incl … Read MoreSpeakersBongani Khumalo , GM Business Development and Integration , bp SA
GM Business Development and Integration , bp SABongani Khumalo is the General Manager for Business Development and Integration at bp Southern Africa, where he leads strategic initiatives focused on commercial growth, integrated supply solutions, … Read More
Country & Regional Spotlights
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastSouth Africa is developing an integrated energy system that combines electricity, gas, liquid fuels, hydrogen, and energy storage to enhance energy security and support industrial growth. This session … Read MoreChairpersonDustin Van Liew , SVP, Global Policy , EnerGeo Alliance
SVP, Global Policy , EnerGeo AllianceDustin Van Liew is Senior Vice President, Global Policy & Government Affairs at the EnerGeo Alliance, a global industry association representing the energy geoscience and exploration sector. He leads … Read MoreSpeakersTaelo Mojapelo , CEO , bp SA
CEO , bp SATaelo Mojapelo is the CEO of bp Southern Africa (bpSA). She is an experienced business leader with a wealth of commercial and operational experience across Africa. Taelo holds an MBA from GIBS, a Mast … Read More
Investor Forum
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Invitation OnlyRoom 2.4ASahara beyond XXX is a strategic, solutions‑driven conversation that reframes the energy transition debate away from binaries — fossil vs renewable, growth vs sustainability, and toward integration, o … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Room 2.4B
Drill Room
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 1Exploring how integrating legacy and newly acquired subsurface data using modern technologies can unlock additional upstream potential.SpeakersMaged Fahim , Director, Upstream Technical Center , GeoEnergy Group
Director, Upstream Technical Center , GeoEnergy GroupMaged Mohamed Fahim Mahmoud is Director of the Upstream Technical Center at GeoEnergy Group and a senior geophysicist with over 30 years of experience in oil and gas exploration and subsurface evaluat … Read MoreSPONSORED BYGeoEnergy Petroleum -
Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 1SpeakersAlexandre Depiesse , GPI Venus , TotalEnergies
GPI Venus , TotalEnergiesAn engineering school graduate, Alexandre Depiesse began his career in 1997 as a naval architect with Forasol/Foramer before joining TotalEnergies in 2005. He has since held engineering, operations an … Read More -
Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 1Sponsored by TotalEnergiesSpeakersNicolas Cambefort , Mozambique LNG Operations and Project Director , TotalEnergies
Mozambique LNG Operations and Project Director , TotalEnergiesNicolas Cambefort is Director of Operations and Moz LNG Project Director. In this role, he is accountable for the successful delivery of the project, with a strong focus on safety, execution disciplin … Read More -
Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 1
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 1Sponsored by NOV
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 1
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 1
Innovation Hub
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2Modern Seismic Acquisition and Imaging from Legacy Data to Frontier PlaysSPONSORED BYTGS
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2Sponsored by S&P Global EnergySpeakersTasnika Goorhoo , Technical Research Analyst, Petrodata , S&P Global Energy
Technical Research Analyst, Petrodata , S&P Global EnergyTasnika Goorhoo is a Specialist within the Rushmore Reviews team at S&P Global Energy, where she works directly with upstream operators to benchmark performance and support more informed, consistent d … Read More -
Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2Africa’s energy future depends on infrastructure that is resilient, reliable, and fit for purpose. This presentation examines how CACTUS and FlexSteel technologies are redefining asset integrity and p … Read MoreSpeakersVictor Ekpenyong , Managing Director/CEO , Kenyon International West Africa Company Limited
Managing Director/CEO , Kenyon International West Africa Company LimitedDr. Victor Ekpenyong is a leading African energy executive, petroleum engineer, and Founder/CEO of Kenyon International, a company at the forefront of well intervention and production optimization in … Read More -
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AEW Town Hall
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastWith the 2026 end of natural gas imports approaching, the roundtable will explore how the GTA, Sangomar, and Yakaar-Teranga projects will deliver energy sovereignty, industrial scale, and consumer aff … Read MoreChairpersonIbra Ndieme Ndiaye , Partner , Forvis Mazars
Partner , Forvis MazarsAs a seasoned financial expert and ACCA-certified IFRS professional, Ibra Ndieme Ndiaye serves as a Partner with regional responsibilities across West and Central Africa (WACA). He leads the Oil & Gas … Read More -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastNigeria's oil and gas sector is entering a transformative growth phase, underpinned by ambitious production targets, expanding offshore exploration, and renewed efforts to maximise the value of existi … Read MoreChairpersonSpeakersMatthieu Bouyer , Managing Director and Country Chair , TotalEnergies
Managing Director and Country Chair , TotalEnergiesMr. Matthieu BOUYER has been appointed the Managing Director/Chief Executive of TotalEnergies Upstream Companies in Nigeria and representative of TotalEnergies Company in Nigeria effective August 21, … Read MoreAdemola Adeyemi-Bero , CEO/Managing Director , First E&P
CEO/Managing Director , First E&PAdemola Adeyemi-Bero is the Managing Director of First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company (First E&P), a leading Nigerian independent oil and gas company. With over three decades of experienc … Read MoreArthur Ename , VP, Business Development, Africa , NOV
VP, Business Development, Africa , NOVArthur Ename serves as Vice President for Africa Region at NOV, a globally recognized leader in energy equipment, services and infrastructures. Based in France, Arthur leads NOV's business development … Read MoreAlex Irune , Executive Director, Oando PLC & Managing Director, , Oando Energy Resources
Executive Director, Oando PLC & Managing Director, , Oando Energy ResourcesAn advocate of transformational leadership, Dr. Ainojie ‘Alex‘ Irune has over 20 years‘ multi sectoral experience across Energy, Business/IT Consultancy, Research, Innovation & Development. He current … Read More -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastThe roundtable unites OPEC leadership and African producers to align on strategies for capacity, investment, and downstream operations in light of a forecasted 1.4 million bpd global oil demand growth … Read MoreSpeakersH.E. Haitham Al Ghais , Secretary General , Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
Secretary General , Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)H.E. Haitham Al Ghais of Kuwait assumed office as Secretary General of OPEC on 1 August 2022. With more than 30 years of experience in global oil and gas markets, HE Al Ghais has held key senior manag … Read MoreSPONSORED BYOPEC -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastWith the official bidding window opening in April 2026, Equatorial Guinea is aggressively positioning itself as the main gas processing hub for West Africa through significant regulatory reforms and r … Read MoreSpeakersFrederic Phipps , President , ConocoPhillips
President , ConocoPhillipsFrederic Phipps President ConocoPhillips Equatorial Guinea Frederic Phipps was appointed President of ConocoPhillips Equatorial Guinea in July 2025, after joining Marathon Oil as Regional Vice Preside … Read More -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastExamining how pragmatic local content frameworks can balance domestic priorities with investor needs while scaling skills, industry capacity and long-term value creation.ChairpersonHamlet Morule , Executive Head: Communications & External Affairs , bp SA
Executive Head: Communications & External Affairs , bp SAHe joins bp from Wesizwe Platinum, where he was Corporate Affairs Executive. With over 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors, Hamlet brings a wealth of experience and expertise to h … Read MoreSpeakersSeyi Oladapo , Group CFO , Pan Ocean & the Newcross Companies
Group CFO , Pan Ocean & the Newcross CompaniesDr. Oluseyi Ishola Oladapo is a seasoned Chartered Accountant and a certified Credit & Financial Examiner (CCFE) presently serving as the Group Chief Financial Officer at Pan Ocean Oil Corporation Nig … Read MoreTina Unachukwu , Managing Director , One Titanium Tubulars
Managing Director , One Titanium TubularsDr. Tina Unachukwu is a results-driven senior executive with extensive experience in operations, business development, customer relationships, and product line management within the Energy, Oil & Gas, … Read More -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastGiven the seismic shift in the global energy landscape, this high-level roundtable is designed to be the strategic bridge connecting American institutional capital with African energy opportunities, f … Read MoreChairpersonNatznet Tesfay , Head of Insights & Analysis , S&P Global Market Intelligence
Head of Insights & Analysis , S&P Global Market IntelligenceNatznet Tesfay is Head of Insights and Analysis for research and analysis in Economics and Country risk at S&P Global Market Intelligence, focused on Africa. Her areas of specialization include analys … Read MoreSpeakersAndy Inglis , Chairman and CEO , Kosmos Energy
Chairman and CEO , Kosmos EnergyAndrew G. (Andy) Inglis joined Kosmos on March 1, 2014 as chief executive officer and chairman of the board of directors. With more than 30 years of experience, he is one of the most respected upstrea … Read MoreVibhuti Jain , Managing Director and Regional Head of Africa , DFC
Managing Director and Regional Head of Africa , DFCVibhuti Jain joined the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) in January 2020 and holds the position of Regional Head for Africa. Ms. Jain leads the agency’s on-the-ground presence … Read MoreFrederic Phipps , President , ConocoPhillips
President , ConocoPhillipsFrederic Phipps President ConocoPhillips Equatorial Guinea Frederic Phipps was appointed President of ConocoPhillips Equatorial Guinea in July 2025, after joining Marathon Oil as Regional Vice Preside … Read More
Upstream E&P Forum
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Lion Stage, Hall 1ASpeakersAdemola Adeyemi-Bero , CEO/Managing Director , First E&P
CEO/Managing Director , First E&PAdemola Adeyemi-Bero is the Managing Director of First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company (First E&P), a leading Nigerian independent oil and gas company. With over three decades of experienc … Read More
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Lion Stage, Hall 1AHow regulatory reform can catalyse domestic production, support diversified energy supply chains, and enhance investor confidenceSpeakersGloria Iroegbunam , Company Secretary & General Manager, Legal , Lekoil
Company Secretary & General Manager, Legal , LekoilGloria Iroegbunam serves as the Company Secretary for Lekoil Nigeria, bringing over a decade of legal expertise in the oil and gas sector. Starting her career in 2005 with Aelex, a top-tier law firm, … Read MoreMohamed Liman , VP, Head of Country Mauritania , bp
VP, Head of Country Mauritania , bpMohamed Liman has been vice president (VP) and head of country of bp Mauritania since January 2018. He has a longstanding experience in the energy sector in the African continent. Prior to joining bp, … Read MoreUhabia Ojike , Country Leader , Forvis Mazars
Country Leader , Forvis MazarsUhabia Ojike, Country Leader at Forvis Mazars in Nigeria and a member of the Africa Regional Committee sponsoring Energy and Infrastructure, Innovation and Technology and English-speaking West Africa. … Read More -
Lion Stage, Hall 1ASpeakersProscovia Nabbanja , CEO , Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) Republic of Uganda
CEO , Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) Republic of UgandaProscovia has 19 years of experience in oil and gas industry. Formerly served as a Principal Geologist in the Petroleum Exploration & Production Department under the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Dev … Read MoreMariam Nampeera , Deputy General Manager , TotalEnergies EP
Deputy General Manager , TotalEnergies EPMariam Nampeera Mbowa is the Deputy General Manager of TotalEnergies EP Uganda, where she plays a senior leadership role overseeing key aspects of the company’s upstream oil and gas operations in Ugan … Read More -
Lion Stage, Hall 1A
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Lion Stage, Hall 1AThis session examines technical strategies for de-risking frontier gas exploration through advanced modelling and evaluates the critical appraisal data required to transition projects toward full-fiel … Read MoreChairpersonGavin Thompson , Vice Chairman, EMEA , Wood Mackenzie
Vice Chairman, EMEA , Wood MackenzieGavin works as Vice Chairman for Europe, Middle East and Africa. Gavin joined Wood Mackenzie in 1997, managing the company's Asia Pacific Energy Markets team from 2000 - 2003. Between 2003-2014 Gavin … Read MoreSpeakersOkechukwu Mba , Director, New Energy , Seplat Energy
Director, New Energy , Seplat EnergyOkechukwu has nearly 25 years of experience with a diversified background covering finance, commercial, planning, project delivery and business leadership with profit and loss accountability. Prior to … Read MoreTarek El Molla , Former Minister of Petroleum & Mineral Resources, Founder & Principal Consultant , Luminant Energy Consultancy
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Lion Stage, Hall 1ASustainable practices, equitable sharing of benefits, and a comprehensive understanding of shared geological formations in the oil industry.SPONSORED BY
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Lion Stage, Hall 1AA deep dive into how optimised fiscal terms, regulatory clarity and shared infrastructure can enhance marginal field economics and yield better investor returns.SpeakersOladimeji Bashorun , MD & CEO , Energia Limited
MD & CEO , Energia LimitedBashorun Oladimeji is the Managing Director/CEO at Energia Limited, with over 24 years of upstream oil and gas experience. He has led impactful operations across Nigeria, the UK, US, Netherlands, and … Read More
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Lion Stage, Hall 1A
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Lion Stage, Hall 1ARevitalising mature assets to accelerate production and maximise near-term output, positioning North Africa as a strategic supplier to meet urgent European and regional demand.ChairpersonIsmini Katsimpardi , Technical Researcher and Analysis Lead , S&P Global Commodity Insights
Technical Researcher and Analysis Lead , S&P Global Commodity InsightsIsmini Katsimpardi is the Research and Analysis Lead for Upstream Asset Valuation in Africa. She focuses on a variety of areas including asset valuation, cost modelling, fiscal changes and capturing t … Read More -
Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestThis special program traces Sonangol’s transformative history from its foundational roots to its future as a diversified energy giant.
Renegade Intel
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Room 2.4AAs hyperscale operators and digital infrastructure investors seek reliable baseload power, natural gas is emerging as a strategic enabler for data center development in markets with constrained grid r … Read MoreChairpersonMai Barakat , Senior Analyst, Data Center Services and Infrastructure , S&P Global Energy, 451 Research
Senior Analyst, Data Center Services and Infrastructure , S&P Global Energy, 451 ResearchMai Barakat is a Senior Analyst on the 451 Research Data Center Services & Infrastructure team at 451 Research from S&P Global Energy Horizons. Her research focuses on data center market activity acro … Read MoreSpeakersDenessa B. Loregnard , Founder , The Loregnard Group
Founder , The Loregnard GroupDenessa Loregnard is the founder of The Loregnard Group, an advisory practice focused on execution infrastructure and accountability architecture for AI data centre operators, energy developers, and t … Read More
Energy Additions Forum
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BHow inclusive energy strategies can close energy access gaps and address equity challenges, while accelerating economic opportunities for all. Sponsored by AWBENSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Africa’s shale gas resources have the potential to strengthen energy security, support industrial growth, and transform regional energy systems. However, unlocking these resources requires more than g … Read MoreSpeakersLaura Sima , Director, Research & Analytics , S&P Global Energy
Director, Research & Analytics , S&P Global EnergyLaura Sima is a Director at S&P Global Energy, where she leads strategic engagements across the upstream sector in EMEA. With nearly two decades of experience spanning advisory and research, Ms. Sima … Read More -
Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestHow carbon capture and storage (CCS) can reposition Africa’s oil and gas assets as climate solutions, focusing on strategic investment opportunities, enabling policies, and scalable projects that alig … Read More
Energy Finance Forum
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Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestExploring how Africa can attract private and institutional investors, unlock domestic capital pools, scale successful PPP models, and harmonize financing across borders to drive oil and gas infrastruc … Read MoreChairpersonLaura Sima , Director, Research & Analytics , S&P Global Energy
Director, Research & Analytics , S&P Global EnergyLaura Sima is a Director at S&P Global Energy, where she leads strategic engagements across the upstream sector in EMEA. With nearly two decades of experience spanning advisory and research, Ms. Sima … Read MoreSpeakersCarol Koech , Vice-President for Africa , Global Energy Alliance
Vice-President for Africa , Global Energy AllianceCarol Koech is the Vice President for Africa at the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, where she leads the Africa region on strategy, partnerships, and operations across the continent. She … Read MoreMirlan Aldayarov , Infrastructure Program Leader , The World Bank
Infrastructure Program Leader , The World BankMirlan Aldayarov is a Senior Energy Specialist in the Energy and Extractives Global Practice at the World Bank, where he leads energy sector investment operations and analytical work. Mirlan is curren … Read MoreMichelle Isaacs , Finance Director , bp SA
Finance Director , bp SAMichelle Isaacs, the newly appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of bp Southern Africa (bpSA) since January 2025, embodies this leadership philosophy. With over two decades of experience in financia … Read More -
Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestExamining how innovative financing structures and targeted fiscal reforms can reduce risk, improve project economics and unlock early-stage explorationChairpersonRoss Lubetkin , Co-founder & CEO , Welligence Energy Analytics
Co-founder & CEO , Welligence Energy AnalyticsRoss co-founded Welligence Energy Analytics in 2017 and is the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Welligence now has offices in over ten countries across five continents, providing global upstream and … Read MoreSpeakersFilippo Bof , Head of Business Development , Shell Trading & Shipping Company
Head of Business Development , Shell Trading & Shipping CompanyFilippo Bof is Head of Business Development for Shell Trading across Africa and Latin America, where he is responsible for originating and developing trading, structured finance, and logistics opportu … Read More -
Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestToo many technically sound projects stall before financial close, undone not by resource potential but by weak feasibility work, poor risk allocation, and a chronic shortage of early-stage capital to … Read More
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BScaling African oil and gas requires creative deal structures that marry capital access with operational capability. This panel takes a pragmatic approach on what it takes to have successful deals in … Read MoreSpeakersMoncef Attia , Managing Director & Head, Energy Corporate and Investment Banking , Scotia Bank
Managing Director & Head, Energy Corporate and Investment Banking , Scotia BankMoncef is an experienced executive specializing in strategic financial advisory and capital solutions for global energy clients. With international experience spanning six countries across three conti … Read MoreRobert Bose , CEO & Member, Board Directors , Sintana Energy
CEO & Member, Board Directors , Sintana EnergyMr. Bose joined the board of directors of Sintana in 2019, and became President in October 2021. In addition to responsibilities, Mr. Bose is a principal at Charlestown Capital Advisors, a private inv … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
Power Africa Today
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Practical strategies to rapidly scale Africa’s clean energy potential into reliable, affordable power that drives economic growth and industrialisation.This discussion will move beyond high-level narr … Read MoreSpeakersPrecious Edward , Executive Head , Independent Power Producer Office (IPP Office)
Executive Head , Independent Power Producer Office (IPP Office)As Head of the Independent Power Producer (IPP) Office, Precious Edward leads the national strategy and execution of South Africa’s energy procurement framework. She oversees policy delivery, financia … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4SpeakersNina Yose , A.g Divisional Executive, Mining, Metals, Infrastructure & Energy , Industrial Development Corporation (IDC)
A.g Divisional Executive, Mining, Metals, Infrastructure & Energy , Industrial Development Corporation (IDC)Nina Yose is the Head of Infrastructure at the Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa (IDC), bringing extensive expertise in development finance and infrastructure investment. She has buil … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4As Africa accelerates its energy additions, creating interconnected and financially sustainable electricity markets will be critical to unlocking investment, expanding renewable energy deployment, and … Read More
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Côte d'Ivoire has emerged as one of Africa's most dynamic electricity markets, with plans to increase installed capacity to more than 8 GW by 2040 and achieve a 45% renewable energy share by 2030. The … Read More
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4SpeakersVelaphi Ntuli , Chief Nuclear Officer , Koeberg Nuclear Power Station- ESKOM
Chief Nuclear Officer , Koeberg Nuclear Power Station- ESKOMMr Velaphi Ntuli has over 24 years of diverse experience in the energy industry. He is the Chief Nuclear Officer at Eskom Koeberg Nuclear Power Station. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in El … Read MoreDr. Sama Bilbao y León , Director General , World Nuclear Association United Kingdom
Director General , World Nuclear Association United KingdomSama Bilbao y León has served as Director General of the World Nuclear Association since October 2020. The Association is the international organization representing the global nuclear industry. In he … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Exploring innovative financing models, technologies, supportive policies, and scalable deployment strategies to expand reliable, affordable solar power to accelerate universal electricity access acros … Read MoreSpeakersSilvia Macri , Associate Director, Power & Renewables Research , S&P Global Energy
Associate Director, Power & Renewables Research , S&P Global EnergySilvia Macri serves as Associate Director at S&P Global Commodity Insights, where she oversees renewable and power market analysis in Africa and the Middle East. She leads a team dedicated to power re … Read More
Downstream & Petchem Forum
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Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestAs LNG global demands grow alongside high capital requirements, modular technologies, FSRUs and small-scale LNG are emerging as viable pathways to support export growth while accelerating energy acces … Read MoreChairpersonLaurent Ruseckas , Executive Director, First Take Gas, Geopolitics and Finance , S&P Global Energy
Executive Director, First Take Gas, Geopolitics and Finance , S&P Global EnergyLaurent Ruseckas is a specialist on gas markets, gas midstream, politics and policy in Europe and Eurasia, S&P Global Commodity Insights. Laurent is a leading authority on the gas industry in Europe a … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BExpanding domestic refining capacity serves as a critical buffer against fuel supply disruptions and pricing volatility across the continent. This session explores how investment, innovative financing … Read MoreChairpersonDaniel Evans , VP, Global Head of Fuels and Refining Research , S&P Global Energy
VP, Global Head of Fuels and Refining Research , S&P Global EnergyDaniel Evans, S&P Global Vice President, leads our Fuels and Refining research. The team Daniel leads is responsible for our global and regional short-term refined product supply, demand, price and ma … Read MoreSpeakersProscovia Nabbanja , CEO , Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) Republic of Uganda
CEO , Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) Republic of UgandaProscovia has 19 years of experience in oil and gas industry. Formerly served as a Principal Geologist in the Petroleum Exploration & Production Department under the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Dev … Read MoreAnibor Kragha , Executive Secretary , African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARDA)
Executive Secretary , African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARDA)Mr Anibor Kragha became Executive Secretary of ARDA in April 2020 after serving as President of the association from March 2019 to March 2020. Mr Kragha served as the Chief Operating Officer, Refining … Read More -
Leopard Stage, Hall 1BExploring clean cooking solutions and energy-efficient technologies to end energy poverty and improve sustainability outcomes across Africa. This session examines the regulatory reforms and liberalisa … Read MoreSpeakersAnibor Kragha , Executive Secretary , African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARDA)
Executive Secretary , African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARDA)Mr Anibor Kragha became Executive Secretary of ARDA in April 2020 after serving as President of the association from March 2019 to March 2020. Mr Kragha served as the Chief Operating Officer, Refining … Read More
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Country & Regional Spotlights
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastWith the 2026 end of natural gas imports approaching, the roundtable will explore how the GTA, Sangomar, and Yakaar-Teranga projects will deliver energy sovereignty, industrial scale, and consumer aff … Read MoreChairpersonIbra Ndieme Ndiaye , Partner , Forvis Mazars
Partner , Forvis MazarsAs a seasoned financial expert and ACCA-certified IFRS professional, Ibra Ndieme Ndiaye serves as a Partner with regional responsibilities across West and Central Africa (WACA). He leads the Oil & Gas … Read More
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastNigeria's oil and gas sector is entering a transformative growth phase, underpinned by ambitious production targets, expanding offshore exploration, and renewed efforts to maximise the value of existi … Read MoreChairpersonSpeakersMatthieu Bouyer , Managing Director and Country Chair , TotalEnergies
Managing Director and Country Chair , TotalEnergiesMr. Matthieu BOUYER has been appointed the Managing Director/Chief Executive of TotalEnergies Upstream Companies in Nigeria and representative of TotalEnergies Company in Nigeria effective August 21, … Read MoreAdemola Adeyemi-Bero , CEO/Managing Director , First E&P
CEO/Managing Director , First E&PAdemola Adeyemi-Bero is the Managing Director of First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company (First E&P), a leading Nigerian independent oil and gas company. With over three decades of experienc … Read MoreArthur Ename , VP, Business Development, Africa , NOV
VP, Business Development, Africa , NOVArthur Ename serves as Vice President for Africa Region at NOV, a globally recognized leader in energy equipment, services and infrastructures. Based in France, Arthur leads NOV's business development … Read MoreAlex Irune , Executive Director, Oando PLC & Managing Director, , Oando Energy Resources
Executive Director, Oando PLC & Managing Director, , Oando Energy ResourcesAn advocate of transformational leadership, Dr. Ainojie ‘Alex‘ Irune has over 20 years‘ multi sectoral experience across Energy, Business/IT Consultancy, Research, Innovation & Development. He current … Read More
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BWith improved fiscal terms and a stable regulatory framework, attracting major international companies. This session presents Gabon’s underexplored deepwater blocks offering high resource potential wi … Read More
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastGiven the seismic shift in the global energy landscape, this high-level roundtable is designed to be the strategic bridge connecting American institutional capital with African energy opportunities, f … Read MoreChairpersonNatznet Tesfay , Head of Insights & Analysis , S&P Global Market Intelligence
Head of Insights & Analysis , S&P Global Market IntelligenceNatznet Tesfay is Head of Insights and Analysis for research and analysis in Economics and Country risk at S&P Global Market Intelligence, focused on Africa. Her areas of specialization include analys … Read MoreSpeakersAndy Inglis , Chairman and CEO , Kosmos Energy
Chairman and CEO , Kosmos EnergyAndrew G. (Andy) Inglis joined Kosmos on March 1, 2014 as chief executive officer and chairman of the board of directors. With more than 30 years of experience, he is one of the most respected upstrea … Read MoreVibhuti Jain , Managing Director and Regional Head of Africa , DFC
Managing Director and Regional Head of Africa , DFCVibhuti Jain joined the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) in January 2020 and holds the position of Regional Head for Africa. Ms. Jain leads the agency’s on-the-ground presence … Read MoreFrederic Phipps , President , ConocoPhillips
President , ConocoPhillipsFrederic Phipps President ConocoPhillips Equatorial Guinea Frederic Phipps was appointed President of ConocoPhillips Equatorial Guinea in July 2025, after joining Marathon Oil as Regional Vice Preside … Read More
Roundtables
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Terrace RoomJoin Gabon’s Ministry of Oil and Gas and industry leaders and investors for a morning briefing exploring investment opportunities, market trends, and strategic developments in Gabon's energy sector. N … Read More
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Invitation OnlyRoom 2.4BStrategic Collaboration for Upstream Growth: Advancing Production and Gas Opportunities Across Africa.SPONSORED BY
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Invitation OnlyRoom 2.4BAccelerating Africa’s Energy Security and Energy Development post Hormuz CrisisSPONSORED BY
Drill Room
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 1SPONSORED BYTGS
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Innovation Hub
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2Africa's Atlantic margin basins : fueling portfoliosSpeakersKeryn Tsimitakopoulos , Upstream Associate Director , S&P Global Commodity Insights
Upstream Associate Director , S&P Global Commodity InsightsKeryn joined S&P Global Commodity Insights's Plays and Basins Insights team early in 2021 and works on global exploration, supply and upstream trends. Prior to joining S&P Global Commodity Insights, s … Read More -
Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2Gas and power opportunities in Africa: filling the gapsSpeakersSilvia Macri , Associate Director, Power & Renewables Research , S&P Global Energy
Associate Director, Power & Renewables Research , S&P Global EnergySilvia Macri serves as Associate Director at S&P Global Commodity Insights, where she oversees renewable and power market analysis in Africa and the Middle East. She leads a team dedicated to power re … Read MoreLaurent Ruseckas , Executive Director, First Take Gas, Geopolitics and Finance , S&P Global Energy
Executive Director, First Take Gas, Geopolitics and Finance , S&P Global EnergyLaurent Ruseckas is a specialist on gas markets, gas midstream, politics and policy in Europe and Eurasia, S&P Global Commodity Insights. Laurent is a leading authority on the gas industry in Europe a … Read More
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2Launching Africa's First Industry-Wide Investment Pipeline for Household EnergySpeakersKatrin Puetz , Founder & MD , (B)energy
Founder & MD , (B)energyKatrin Puetz holds a B.Sc. in Ecological Impact Assessment from the University of Koblenz and an M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Hohenheim. After three years of collaborative … Read More -
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2Renegade Intel: With Microsoft, AIQ, Google, and S&P Global Energy 451 Technology Data Research Team
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AEW Town Hall
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastMajor gas discoveries in the MSGBC Basin are transforming West Africa’s energy security and industrial development prospects. This session explores the infrastructure hubs and investment frameworks ne … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastUnleashing Africa’s Premier Gas and Upstream Exploration FrontierSpeakersJean-Pascal Clémençon , MD & Country Chair, Mozambique , TotalEnergies E&P
MD & Country Chair, Mozambique , TotalEnergies E&PJean-Pascal CLÉMENÇON currently serves as Country Chair and Managing Director of TotalEnergies Exploration and Production in Mozambique.He began his career in 1995 with Perenco in Gabon, later joining … Read More -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastStrengthening Partnerships to Expand Congo’s Oil & Gas Value ChainSpeakersOumar Semega , Founder & CEO , Imperatus Energy
Founder & CEO , Imperatus EnergyMr Oumar SEMEGA Biography, Founder and CEO of IMPERATUS ENERGY Oumar SEMEGA is the Founder and CEO of IMPERATUS ENERGY, a leading oil and gas trading company in Central Africa, with a strong presence … Read MoreEric Delattre , MD & Country Chair , TotalEnergies E&P Congo
MD & Country Chair , TotalEnergies E&P CongoEric Delattre is a seasoned energy executive currently serving as the Managing Director and Country Chair of TotalEnergies E&P Congo. In this role, he oversees the company's operations in Congo, inclu … Read More -
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastTransforming Discoveries into Production. Orange Basin’s Path to First OilChairpersonJustin Cochrane , Director, African Technical Research , S&P Global Commodity Insights
Director, African Technical Research , S&P Global Commodity InsightsJustin Cochrane is a Technical Research Director for the Africa Upstream Intelligence team at S&P Global, based in Geneva. He leads research and analysis focused on exploration, production, and energy … Read MoreSpeakersMariam Kane-Garcia , Managing Director and Country Chair , TotalEnergies
Managing Director and Country Chair , TotalEnergiesMariam Kane-Garcia is TotalEnergies Marketing Services MD & CEO and Executive VP Southern Africa (M&S). Mariam Kane-Garcia has been with TotalEnergies for almost 20 years. Born in France and raised in … Read MoreTravis Smithard , CEO , Rhino Resources
CEO , Rhino ResourcesTravis Smithard is the Chief Executive Officer of Rhino Resources Ltd, a Cape Town–based energy exploration and production company. A graduate of the University of Cape Town, he has transformed Rhin … Read MoreSPONSORED BYAGL -
Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastThe End of Energy Poverty
Upstream E&P Forum
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Lion Stage, Hall 1AAs Africa seeks to strengthen energy security, accelerate industrialization, and maximize the value of its natural resources, South-South energy partnerships are playing an increasingly important role … Read More
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Lion Stage, Hall 1AA strategic outlook on how Africa is positioning its offshore acreage to attract global exploration capital and solidify its role as a key player in Global Energy Security for the next decade.ChairpersonCyril Ruchonnet , Associate Director , S&P Global Energy
Associate Director , S&P Global EnergyCyril Ruchonnet, technical research associate director for upstream energy at S&P Global Commodity Insights. Cyril is a technical research associate director for the Africa Upstream Intelligence team … Read MoreSpeakersAurélie Clavé , Vice President, Deep Offshore , TotalEnergies
Vice President, Deep Offshore , TotalEnergiesAurélie Clavé serves as Vice President, Deep Offshore at TotalEnergies, where she oversees strategic deepwater and offshore development activities within the company’s global upstream portfolio. With … Read MoreFlanery Tangang , Vice President - Americas , Geoquip Marine
Vice President - Americas , Geoquip MarineFlanery Tangang is Vice President, Americas at Geoquip Marine, where he leads regional operations with a focus on growth, profitability, and operational excellence. With 19 years of experience across … Read More -
Lion Stage, Hall 1AAdvancing South Africa’s Orange Basin from appraisal to production to unlock its full upstream potential.ChairpersonBeth Evans , Head of Regional Upstream Insights , S&P Global Energy
Head of Regional Upstream Insights , S&P Global EnergyBeth Evans is Head of Technical Research at Upstream Solutions, a part of S&P Global Commodity Insights. She leads a global team of geoscientists, economists, emissions experts, offshore-vessel specia … Read More -
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Lion Stage, Hall 1AExamining how advanced seismic and targeted appraisal reduce risk and accelerate high-impact drilling from discovery to development in Sub-Saharan Africa’s frontier basins.SpeakersRobert Bose , CEO & Member, Board Directors , Sintana Energy
CEO & Member, Board Directors , Sintana EnergyMr. Bose joined the board of directors of Sintana in 2019, and became President in October 2021. In addition to responsibilities, Mr. Bose is a principal at Charlestown Capital Advisors, a private inv … Read MoreJustin Cochrane , Director, African Technical Research , S&P Global Commodity Insights
Director, African Technical Research , S&P Global Commodity InsightsJustin Cochrane is a Technical Research Director for the Africa Upstream Intelligence team at S&P Global, based in Geneva. He leads research and analysis focused on exploration, production, and energy … Read More
Renegade Intel
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2Renegade Intel Hub is designed for thinkers, builders, and disruptors. This fast paced forum features 10 to 15 minute presentations and open, unstructured debates. From breakthrough technologies and unusual business models to market-shifting concepts, this is where technology and innovation in African energy gets its first real audience.
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Room 2.4BAs Africa's digital infrastructure expands, securing reliable, affordable, and scalable power has become a critical challenge. This private roundtable will explore how innovative power purchase agreem … Read More
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Room 2.4AAcross Africa’s energy and infrastructure sectors, one of the biggest barriers to scaling projects is the “offtaker confidence problem”, uncertainty around payment reliability, creditworthiness, trans … Read MoreChairpersonVictoria Lienhard , Sr. Consulting Manager , S&P Global Energy, 451 Research
Sr. Consulting Manager , S&P Global Energy, 451 ResearchVictoria Lienhard leads the 451 Consulting business in the Middle East, Africa and LATAM regions. She is responsible for the scoping, execution, and successful delivery of custom consulting market res … Read MoreSpeakers -
Lion Stage, Hall 1AWith exploration capital becoming more disciplined post-2020, investors are demanding higher success probabilities before funding wells. AI-driven solutions are paving the way for more precise seismic … Read MoreChairpersonBeth Evans , Head of Regional Upstream Insights , S&P Global Energy
Head of Regional Upstream Insights , S&P Global EnergyBeth Evans is Head of Technical Research at Upstream Solutions, a part of S&P Global Commodity Insights. She leads a global team of geoscientists, economists, emissions experts, offshore-vessel specia … Read More
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Room 2.4AAs Africa’s energy sector accelerates toward a more digital, distributed, and data-driven future, the workforce must evolve alongside it. This session explores how developers, operators, governments, … Read MoreChairpersonMai Barakat , Senior Analyst, Data Center Services and Infrastructure , S&P Global Energy, 451 Research
Senior Analyst, Data Center Services and Infrastructure , S&P Global Energy, 451 ResearchMai Barakat is a Senior Analyst on the 451 Research Data Center Services & Infrastructure team at 451 Research from S&P Global Energy Horizons. Her research focuses on data center market activity acro … Read MoreSpeakersGift Lubele , CEO and Co-Founder , Auraa Africa
CEO and Co-Founder , Auraa AfricaGift Lubele is an AI entrepreneur, technologist, and creative innovator building at the intersection of artificial intelligence, African music, and economic development. He is the CEO and Co-Founder o … Read More
Energy Additions Forum
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BSpeakersRahul Kapoor , Vice- President, Global Head of Shipping & Metals , S&P Global Energy
Vice- President, Global Head of Shipping & Metals , S&P Global EnergyRahul Kapoor is the Global Head of Shipping & Metals at S&P Global Energy leading integrated analytics, data science, and research teams. As part of the S&P Global Energy CERA leadership team, respons … Read More -
Leopard Stage, Hall 1BChairpersonDaniel Evans , VP, Global Head of Fuels and Refining Research , S&P Global Energy
VP, Global Head of Fuels and Refining Research , S&P Global EnergyDaniel Evans, S&P Global Vice President, leads our Fuels and Refining research. The team Daniel leads is responsible for our global and regional short-term refined product supply, demand, price and ma … Read More
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Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestHow reducing flaring and methane emissions through innovative gas monetisation strategies can cut carbon intensity, unlock new revenue streams, and accelerate the transition to low-carbon energy production.SpeakersNmesoma Okereke , Sales Manager - Flare Gas Recovery Specialist , Neuman & Esser Deutschland GmbH & Co.KG
Sales Manager - Flare Gas Recovery Specialist , Neuman & Esser Deutschland GmbH & Co.KGNmesoma (Soma) holds a combined master’s in engineering (MEng) degree in Chemical and Environmental Engineering from the University of Nottingham. During the course of obtaining her degree, she gained … Read MoreFernando Covas , Executive Director, NGL Research, Lead for Europe, CIS, and Africa , S&P Global Commodity Insights
Executive Director, NGL Research, Lead for Europe, CIS, and Africa , S&P Global Commodity InsightsFernando Covas is Executive Director of S&P Global Commodity Insights global natural gas liquids (NGL) consulting/advisory services. Fernando has a broad energy strategy consulting experience working … Read More
Energy Finance Forum
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BA deep dive into the deals driving new player's entry into Angola's upstream
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Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestHighlighting strategies, partnerships, and enabling conditions that have driven successful final investment decisions for large-scale upstream energy projects.ChairpersonJohn Ngunjiri , Associate , Norton Rose Fulbright
Associate , Norton Rose FulbrightJohn Ngunjiri is an associate in Norton Rose Fulbright's Houston office. Prior to joining the firm, John worked for a global energy company as a projects contracting intelligence lead. With over 19 ye … Read More
Power Africa Today
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Public-private partnerships are playing an increasingly important role in addressing Africa’s growing power infrastructure needs, mobilising private capital, expertise, and innovation to accelerate pr … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Africa is emerging as a global green hydrogen powerhouse, with Namibia, Morocco, South Africa, and Egypt advancing large-scale projects that leverage world-class renewable resources, strategic export … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4As geopolitical tensions continue to mount across the Gulf and prices face even greater fluctuation in the near-term, the question is no longer whether coal-fired power generation is politically fashi … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Africa's electrification challenge is increasingly becoming one of its greatest investment opportunities. With nearly 600 million people still lacking access to electricity, governments, development f … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
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Buffalo Stage, Hall 1.4Africa's vast natural gas reserves present a major opportunity to expand reliable electricity supply, accelerate industrialisation, and support the energy transition. As governments advance gas-to-pow … Read MoreSPONSORED BY
Downstream & Petchem Forum
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Rhino Stage, Ballroom WestThis session examines how (GTL) solutions leverage domestic natural gas as a strategic feedstock for fertilizer production, specifically ammonia and urea. Utilising local gas resources shields African … Read More
Country & Regional Spotlights
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastUnleashing Africa’s Premier Gas and Upstream Exploration FrontierSpeakersJean-Pascal Clémençon , MD & Country Chair, Mozambique , TotalEnergies E&P
MD & Country Chair, Mozambique , TotalEnergies E&PJean-Pascal CLÉMENÇON currently serves as Country Chair and Managing Director of TotalEnergies Exploration and Production in Mozambique.He began his career in 1995 with Perenco in Gabon, later joining … Read More
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Elephant Stage, Ballroom EastStrengthening Partnerships to Expand Congo’s Oil & Gas Value ChainSpeakersOumar Semega , Founder & CEO , Imperatus Energy
Founder & CEO , Imperatus EnergyMr Oumar SEMEGA Biography, Founder and CEO of IMPERATUS ENERGY Oumar SEMEGA is the Founder and CEO of IMPERATUS ENERGY, a leading oil and gas trading company in Central Africa, with a strong presence … Read MoreEric Delattre , MD & Country Chair , TotalEnergies E&P Congo
MD & Country Chair , TotalEnergies E&P CongoEric Delattre is a seasoned energy executive currently serving as the Managing Director and Country Chair of TotalEnergies E&P Congo. In this role, he oversees the company's operations in Congo, inclu … Read More
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BThis session brings together Russia’s state-owned giants with African government leaders, and industry experts to discuss key energy projects and investments that are driving economic growth and energ … Read More
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BWhat practical investment enablers and policy alignments in Ghana’s upstream and downstream sectors can drive its energy and industrialisation ambitions from extraction to production at scale.SpeakersRiverson Oppong , CEO , Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC)
CEO , Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC)With decades of Global experience across the value chain in the oil & gas, and energy industry, he is currently the CEO/ Industrial Coordinator of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), Ghana … Read More
Investor Forum
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Invitation OnlyRoom 2.4BSPONSORED BYMuhatu Energy Angola
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Room 2.4ASPONSORED BYOPEC
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Leopard Stage, Hall 1BThis session brings together Russia’s state-owned giants with African government leaders, and industry experts to discuss key energy projects and investments that are driving economic growth and energ … Read More
Drill Room
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Innovation Hub
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Exhibition Hall, Tech Stage 2SpeakersSteve Naude , Principal Analyst , S&P Global Energy
Principal Analyst , S&P Global EnergySteve Naude is a Principal Analyst at S&P Global Energy, focused on offshore support vessel markets across West Africa, the Mediterranean and the Black Sea. His work covers vessel activity, offshore p … Read MoreSPONSORED BYS&P Global Energy