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IAE 2026 to Spotlight High-Impact Strategies for Reviving Legacy Oil and Gas Fields

The Invest in African Energy 2026 forum in Paris will explore revitalizing Africa’s mature oil and gas fields, maximizing recovery, safeguarding assets and unlocking long-term value.

African Leaders Advance Energy, Gas and Financing Plans Ahead of Paris Summit

African leaders at the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum pushed local capital, regulatory stability …

IAE 2026 to Address Africa’s Gas Price Resilience Through Domestic Demand

As African gas markets evolve, a high-level discussion at the Invest in African Energy 2026 Forum in …

As EU Plans Russian Gas Exit, Ministers to Convene in Paris to Chart Africa’s Export Potential

A high-level ministerial panel at the Invest in African Energy 2026 Forum in Paris will examine how …

Three Financial Structures De-Risking African Energy in 2026

By aligning capital, risk-mitigation tools and bankable projects, the Invest in African Energy 2026 …

COP30 Highlights Africa’s Energy Investment Imperative Ahead of IAE Forum in Paris

As COP30 opens in Belém, early moves by multilateral banks, adaptation finance frameworks and agricu …

Policy & Projects Could Drive African Low-Carbon Hydrogen Towards 50 MTPA by 2035

The African Energy Chamber’s State of African Energy Outlook highlights the impact of policy and pro …

Africa’s next phase of energy growth will depend as much on the contracts that govern projects as on …

Bid Round Radar: Egypt’s Red Sea Licensing Opens New Upstream Frontier

Mozambique’s LNG Comeback Sets Stage for Regional Energy Transformation

With force majeure lifted, the Mozambique LNG project is gearing up for a 2029 start, bringing signi …

Le retour du GNL au Mozambique ouvre la voie à une transformation énergétique régionale

La force majeure ayant été levée, le projet GNL au Mozambique se prépare à démarrer en 2029, ce qui …

Comment le GPL remodèle la dynamique régionale en matière de cuisson propre dans la région de la SADC

Semaine africaine de l'énergie : Invest in African Energies soutient la distribution et l'investisse …

Gas First: Structuring Domestic Offtake and Export Optionality for Nigerian Projects

With 55 TCF of uncommitted reserves and major new projects coming online – including Shell’s recent …

Energy Transition Tracker: Bankable Wind Deals Signal New Phase of Confidence

In this Invest in African Energy series, large-scale wind projects from Egypt to South Africa highli …

African M&A Set to Surge in 2026 as Licensing Rounds Open New Opportunities

According to the African Energy Chamber’s 2026 Outlook, Africa’s upstream sector is set for a transf …

How Onshore Gas Discoveries Are Powering Africa’s Economic Future

Domestic gas development is emerging as a key driver of Africa’s energy independence, fueling indust …

How LPG is Reshaping Regional Clean Cooking Dynamics in the SADC Region

African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies supports regional LPG distribution and investment by …

Le secteur amont africain envisage une reprise prudente en 2026, selon le rapport de la Chambre africaine de l'énergie

Le dernier rapport de la Chambre africaine de l'énergie sur les perspectives énergétiques en Afrique …

Africa’s Upstream Sector Eyes Cautious Resurgence in 2026, According to African Energy Chamber Report

The African Energy Chamber’s latest State of African Energy Outlook details exploration and producti …

Mozambique LNG Restart Marks Turning Point for African Gas

TotalEnergies’ $20 billion Mozambique LNG restart signals a major shift in African gas, with the Inv …

Agreements to Watch in Africa’s Energy Sector Ahead of IAE 2026

A series of memoranda of understanding signed over the past year could shape Africa’s energy landsca …

L'AEW 2025 offre un aperçu des principaux marchés énergétiques - Tracer une nouvelle voie pour l'Afrique en 2026

Les discussions informelles de l'AEW : Investir dans les énergies africaines ont servi de tremplin p …

AEW 2025 Offers Glimpse into Leading Energy Markets - Charting New Course for Africa in 2026

AEW: Invest in African Energies fireside chats served as a launchpad for investments in 2026.

AEW 2025 Country Spotlights Lay Foundation for Deals at Upcoming 2026 Edition

A series of country spotlight sessions at the event this October provided insight into emerging oppo …

Key Investor Takeaways from AEW 2025 – Setting the Stage for Paris Deals

Africa’s energy resurgence is back on investors’ radar: exploration is surging, LNG projects are gai …

Following African Energy Week, the U.S., Russia and UAE have signaled their priorities in oil, gas, …

Découvrez les principales avancées présentées lors de l'African Energy Week 2025

L'édition 2025 de l'African Energy Week : Invest in African Energy a été marquée par une série de mi …

Exploring the Top Developments at African Energy Week 2025

This year’s edition of African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies featured a series of licensin …

Driving Deals and Catalyzing Growth: AEW to Return to Cape Town from 12-16 October 2026

AEW: Invest in African Energies is the largest event of its kind in Africa, offering unparalleled ac …

Conclure des accords et stimuler la croissance : l'AEW revient au Cap du 12 au 16 octobre 2026

L'AEW : Invest in African Energy est le plus grand événement de ce type en Afrique, offrant un accès …

Washington Positions U.S. as Africa’s Strategic Energy Partner

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz delivered one of the strongest endorsements to date of Africa’s role in the ne …

Washington positionne les États-Unis comme partenaire stratégique de l'Afrique dans le domaine de l'énergie

Lors de l'African Energy Week 2025, le sénateur américain Ted Cruz a prononcé l'un des discours les …

ExxonMobil récompensé en tant que leader ESG de l'année lors de l'AEW 2025

Le géant américain a été récompensé pour son engagement en faveur de l'enseignement des STEM en Afri …

Azule Energy reconnue comme leader E&P de l'année lors de l'AEW 2025 grâce à son audacieuse campagne d'exploration

Au cours de l'année écoulée, la société a franchi des étapes importantes en matière d'exploration et …

Vitol remporte le prix « Deal of the Year » lors de l'AEW 2025 dans un contexte d'expansion régionale

Vitol est récompensé pour ses participations stratégiques dans Baleine et Congo LNG, qui renforcent …

Nigeria’s Ministry of Petroleum Resources Named Reformer of the Year at AEW 2025

Through ambitious policies such as the Petroleum Industry Act and 2025 Upstream Petroleum Operations …

AEW 2025 : ConocoPhillips remporte le prix RSE pour l'élimination du paludisme en Guinée équatoriale

ConocoPhillips est récompensée pour son engagement depuis deux décennies en faveur de l'élimination …

Namibia Signals Next Phase in Petroleum Journey with Offshore Milestones

In a keynote address at African Energy Week 2025, Namibia’s Special Advisor on Upstream Petroleum ou …

GTA remporte le prix de la stratégie de monétisation du gaz de l'année lors de l'AEW 2025

Pour avoir renforcé la sécurité énergétique et la croissance industrielle du Sénégal et de la Maurit …

Vitol Wins Deal of the Year at AEW 2025 Amid Regional Expansion

Vitol is celebrated for strategic stakes in Baleine and Congo LNG, enhancing low-carbon upstream exp …

Le ministère nigérian des Ressources pétrolières nommé « Réformateur de l'année » lors de l'AEW 2025

Grâce à des politiques ambitieuses telles que la loi sur l'industrie pétrolière et le décret exécuti …

Azule Energy Recognized as E&P Leader of the Year at AEW 2025 Amid Bold Exploration Drive

Over the past year, the company has delivered major exploration and production milestones, cementing …

AEW 2025: ConocoPhillips Wins CSR Award for Malaria Elimination in Equatorial Guinea

ConocoPhillips is recognized for its two-decade commitment to malaria elimination on Bioko Island, s …

GTA Wins Gas Monetization Strategy of the Year Award at AEW 2025

For strengthening Senegal and Mauritania’s energy security and industrial growth, the cross-border G …

La Namibie annonce la prochaine étape de son parcours pétrolier avec des jalons offshore

Dans un discours prononcé lors de l'African Energy Week 2025, le conseiller spécial de la Namibie po …

ExxonMobil Honored as ESG Leader of the Year at AEW 2025

The U.S. major was recognized for its commitment to advancing STEM education in Africa, creating opp …

Technip Energies Named Service Provider of the Year at AEW 2025

Technip Energies won the Service Provider of the Year award at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 …

Levene Energy Wins Local Content Champion Award at AEW 2025

The Nigerian energy services solutions provider has been recognized for its outstanding leadership i …

Technip Energies nommé prestataire de services de l'année lors de l'AEW 2025

Ce prix récompense le rôle joué par Technip Energies dans la réalisation de projets d'infrastructure …

Woodside Energy Honored as International Local Content Champion at AEW 2025

The award recognizes Woodside Energy’s ongoing commitment to developing local skills, building capac …

Woodside Energy récompensée en tant que championne internationale du potentiel local lors de l'AEW 2025

Ce prix récompense l'engagement continu de Woodside Energy en faveur du développement des savoir-fai …

Levene Energy remporte le prix Champion du potentiel local lors de l'AEW 2025

Le fournisseur nigérian de solutions énergétiques a été récompensé pour son leadership exceptionnel …

Algeria Targets Frontier, Unconventional Resources to Maximize Production

Algiers is ramping up frontier exploration, shale gas projects and licensing activity to expand rese …

Namibia Inches Towards First Oil as Independent Operators Advance Exploration Programs

African Energy Week 2025 showcased ongoing exploration programs led by independent operators in Nami …

GOIL To Commission Additional 12,000 Metric Tons of LPG Storage Capacity in Ghana

Limited LPG infrastructure is a barrier for distribution to end-users across the continent.

Mentorship, Communication, Safe Spaces Drive Women’s Leadership in Energy

Strengthening mentorship and confidence is crucial to boosting women’s representation and leadership …

Angola’s Etu Energias Secures Structured Finance for Block 17/06

Etu Energias, Mauritius Commercial Bank and TotalEnergies Trading SA have signed a structured financ …

Namibia Confident for First Oil by 2029/2030 with Breakthrough Volans-1X Well Results

Although ambitious, industry and government believes first oil is achievable.

Private Sector Optimistic About Market Liberalization in Africa

Africa’s private sector sees market liberalization as key to unlocking investment, boosting competit …

Technology Companies Urge African-Wide AI Adoption

The patchwork of outdated legal frameworks and regulations in different African countries presents s …

JSE Highlights Tagging of Carbon Credits as Key To Unlocking Market Interoperability

Policy misalignment with international frameworks continue to pose a significant barrier.

Senegal Assesses Prospects of Raising Sangomar Above 100,000 BPD

The project started operations in 2024, positioning Senegal as a global oil producer.

Senegal to Review Oil, Gas Codes Ahead of MSGBC 2025

The revisions will target enhanced transparency, local content and socioeconomic development in Sene …

Zimbabwe Seeks Private Investment to Modernize Power Grid

Zimbabwe’s Minister of Power and Energy development urges private sector investment to modernize tra …

ExxonMobil Targets LNG Projects as South Africa Pushes Gas Development

ExxonMobil is exploring LNG projects in South Africa, while the newly formed SANPC seeks to strength …

Eskom Calls for Continental Collaboration to Support Renewable Investment

According to Eskom, harmonized policies across the continent have the potential to drive and fast-tr …

SAPP Moves to Develop Infrastructure Projects to Boost Regional Integration

The SAPP has tasked its Project Advisory Unit with developing infrastructure projects to drive regio …

Welligence Expands Focus to West Africa Amid Rising Upstream Opportunities

Welligence will expand its focus to West Africa, targeting upstream opportunities in Nigeria, Ghana …

From Debt to Equity: Industry Leaders Chart Africa’s Future in Oil and Gas Financing

The dynamic oil and gas environment requires creators and operators to actively balance debt and equ …

Chevron Completes Block 49 & 50 Seismic Acquisition in Angola

Chevron has completed seismic data acquisition for Blocks 49 and 50 in Angola and is now proceeding …

Rhino Resources Strikes Gas Condensate at Volans-1X

Announced at African Energy Week 2025, Rhino Resources has made a rich gas condensate discovery at i …

African LNG Projects Edge Closer to FID Amid Tight Global Market

Major LNG projects in Mozambique and Nigeria are advancing toward final investment decisions, with e …

Russia Expands Energy Partnerships Across Africa to Meet Rising Demand

From oil and gas to nuclear power, Russia is scaling up its role in supporting African energy develo …

Nigeria’s Heirs Energies Eyes Congo Expansion

Heirs Energies aims to replicate its successful business model across Africa, focusing on mature ass …

Blackwater’s Erik Prince Says No Room for Delay to Protect African Energy Assets

Speaking in a fireside chat during African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies, Prince outlined …

Gabon to Introduce Dual Legal Framework to Replace 2019 Hydrocarbon Code

Gabon is separating its existing Hydrocarbons Code into a dedicated Oil Code and Gas Code, strengthe …

Levene Energy Holdings to Rollout Mini-Grid Expansion in Nigeria

Levene Energy Holdings plans to expand hybrid solar mini-grids across undeserved cluster areas and c …

Eskom Advances Public Hearings to Extend Koeberg Nuclear Unit 2

Nuclear energy is gaining renewed momentum across the African continent as countries re-evaluate its …

Energy Leaders Call for Stronger Frameworks to Bridge Africa’s Financing Gap

Energy leaders at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 stressed that strong governance and coordinat …

Baseload Power Vital to Drive Industrial Ambitions Says Zimbabwe Energy Minister

Zimbabwe’s Energy Minister urges a balanced energy mix, emphasizing renewables alone cannot meet ind …

Uganda Refinery to Start Operations in Q4 2029-Q1 2030

With construction set for late 2025, Uganda’s $4B refinery will fuel growth, enhance exports, and st …

African Operators and Regulators Call for Urgent Local Content Development

With Africa’s population set to increase two-fold by 2050, there is an urgent need to advance local …

Republic of Congo to Launch New Gas Code in October 2025

The new code offers a clear and transparent legal framework for the gas industry.

Seplat Nears Commercial Terms on Nigerian Gas Project

Discussions around the Yoho gas field signal fresh momentum for Nigeria’s LNG drive, as investors tu …

U.S. Political Will, African Reforms Signal New Era for Energy Investment

Amid regulatory overhauls and renewed U.S. export finance, leaders at African Energy Week 2025 couns …

TotalEnergies, Chevron Push for Faster Permits, Better Seismic Data in Africa

Industry leaders say improved seismic surveys and faster permitting are critical to unlocking Africa …

Angola Seeks to Award 60 Concessions by Year-End Through Licensing Drive

Up to 50 concessions have been awarded since 2019, due to a culmination of annual licensing rounds a …

AEW 2025: Equatorial Guinea to Launch EG Ronda Licensing Round in April 2026

The upcoming licensing round will offer 24 blocks for investment, aligning with goals by the country …

AEW 2025: Zimbabwe Introduces 5-Pillar Energy Strategy Amid $9B Investment Drive

The country anticipates $9 billion in spending across its power sector, with $4.4 billion mobilized …

Projects Worth $13.4B in African Energy Projects Revealed at AEW 2025

The Premier Invest Deal Room showcased projects seeking investment across upstream, midstream, downs …

Gabon Draws Energy Giants as OPEC Spotlights African Market Potential

Gabon has signaled a renewed interest in exploration from international partners, as African OPEC me …

AEW 2025 Opening Fireside Chat Underscores Africa-First Approach to Gas Development

With a rise in gas monetization projects across West Africa, there lies a significant opportunity to …

OMV are Open For More Activities in Africa

At AEW 2025, OMV outlined plans to expand across Sub-Saharan Africa, emphasizing gas development, en …

Central Africa Pushes Ahead with Multi-Billion-Dollar Gas Expansion

Equatorial Guinea and the Republic of Congo highlighted major gas initiatives at African Energy Week …

Renaissance Seeks Partners to Unlock Nigeria’s Oil, Gas Potential

Renaissance Africa Energy is targeting a production base of 500,000 barrels of oil and 1 billion cub …

SANEDI Recommends ISO Framework to Boost Energy Efficiency at AEW 2025

SANEDI’s seminar underscores that adopting structured energy management systems can accelerate Afric …

AEW Announces 2025 Award Winners, Celebrating Trailblazers in African Energy

The African Energy Awards recognize excellence across Africa’s energy sector.

Eni to Spend $3B on Mozambican Local Content Through Coral Project

The company plans on spending up to $3 billion in local content projects over the lifecycle of the C …

AEW 2025 Opens with Exploration Push, $1B Seismic Investment and U.S. Pledge of Partnership

African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 opened in Cape Town on Tuesday, highlight …

Sierra Leone Joins International Energy Forum at AEW 2025

The agreement aligns with goals by the IEF to strengthen Africa’s position in global energy discussi …

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