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South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) Launches Global Investor Roadshow at African Energy Week (AEW) 2024, Unveiling Vision for South Africa’s Energy Future

The South African National Petroleum Company hosted the first stop of its global investor roadshow at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies, presenting plans to strengthen South Africa’s energy security, prioritize fossil fuel development and enhance refining capacity

The newly-sanctioned South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) kicked off its global investor roadshow at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies on Thursday, inviting investors and governments to engage with South Africa’s oil and gas prospects, while showcasing strategic plans for the new entity. Speaking on the rationale behind…

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    • Algeria Unveils Six Onshore Blocks to Upstream Investors
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Algeria Unveils Six Onshore Blocks to Upstream Investors

Algeria’s National Agency for the Valorization of Hydrocarbon Resources showcased six high-potential onshore licensing opportunities and extensive data packages at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies

Algeria’s National Agency for the Valorization of Hydrocarbon Resources (ALNAFT) presented six onshore conventional licensing opportunities at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies on Thursday.  The six high-potential opportunities consist of a mix of exploration, development and export opportunities and are open to competitive bidding. The round is part…

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    • Chamber of Mines Highlight Prospects in Respective Markets at Critical Minerals Africa (CMA)
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Chamber of Mines Highlight Prospects in Respective Markets at Critical Minerals Africa (CMA)

Critical Minerals Africa 2024 takes place from 6 – 7 November in Cape Town

Representatives from Chambers of Mines across African countries rich in energy transition metals presented their nations' mineral assets and investment prospects during a panel discussion held on Day one of the Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) 2024 Forum. Thomas Gono, President of the Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe, stated that the…

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    • African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Mindset Shifts, Flexibility Will Retain Women in the Energy Industry
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African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Mindset Shifts, Flexibility Will Retain Women in the Energy Industry

An AWBEN-hosted Women in Energy session at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2024 outlined tangible strategies for enhancing the participation and contributions of women in the energy industry

A session hosted by The African Women Business Energy Network (AWBEN), Women in Energy Roundtable at African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2024 underscored how a shift in mindset and increased flexibility in work environments can not only entice, but also retain greater participation by women in the…

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    • NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber and Gwede Mantashe, South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
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Shale Gas Is Back on The South Africa Menu, Says Mantashe

Speaking at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2024, Mantashe called for a balanced development between fossil fuels and renewable energies

South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe on Thursday reiterated that the country was committed to developing its oil and gas sector, despite external pressures to transition to a greener economy. Speaking at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2024, in Cape Town, Mantashe noted that…

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    • African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Local Manufacturing Key to Advancing Green Technologies
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African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Local Manufacturing Key to Advancing Green Technologies

While steps are being taken to roll out green energy initiatives across Africa, the renewable energy industry will require greater investments in local capacity

The African continent is developing promising green technologies to address energy access disparities and to foster economic growth. Its countries should take an active role in local sustainable energy solutions, rather than merely being consumers of these technologies. At a dedicated panel session at African Energy Week: Invest in African…

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    • African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Cross-Continental, Regional Collaboration Key to Reduce Supply Chain Disruptions
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African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Cross-Continental, Regional Collaboration Key to Reduce Supply Chain Disruptions

Cross-continental and regional collaboration is essential to mitigate supply chain disruptions impacting Africa’s trade routes, as highlighted by industry leaders during an Africa Global Logistics sponsored session at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2024

Most of Africa's trade is carried out via sea routes. Geopolitical conflicts, however, including the war in Ukraine and attacks on commercial shipping vessels in the red sea, have caused detours and delays, impacting on maritime trade to and from Africa. This new wave of disruption follows the unprecedented global…

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    • African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Africa’s Energy Infrastructure Can Only Succeed with Enhanced Transmission
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African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Africa’s Energy Infrastructure Can Only Succeed with Enhanced Transmission

Modernizing grids, expanding transmission capabilities are top of the list for utilities and industry alike

As the demand for electricity continues to rise across the African continent, it is imperative for countries to act swiftly to enhance transmission capabilities and develop robust infrastructure to secure new energy integration sources over the next 25 years. A recent report by consulting firm McKinsey & Company estimates that $400…

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    • Independent Operators Lead Push to Extend Lifespan of Africa’s Mature Fields
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Independent Operators Lead Push to Extend Lifespan of Africa’s Mature Fields

Chief executives from Perenco, Trident Energy, Tullow Oil and Afentra shared strategies to extend the lifespan of Africa’s ageing oil and gas assets during African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2024

Independent operators outlined new efforts to maximize production in Africa’s mature oil markets – including Gabon, Equatorial Guinea and Angola – during the Upstream E&P Forum at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2024. Africa’s mature oil markets are seeing a number of independent firms drive production gains, prioritizing…

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Guinea-Conakry Outlines Mining, Hydrocarbons Strategy at African Energy Week (AEW) 2024

A technical presentation by Guinea-Conakry’s Ministry of Energy, Hydraulics and Hydrocarbons and National Petroleum Agency at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2024 showcased the country’s strategy to boost its mining and hydrocarbon sectors

Underlining a commitment to become a leader in global iron ore production, Guinea-Conakry’s $20 billion Simandou 2040 national development roadmap aims to harness the country’s immense mineral wealth while promoting socioeconomic growth across various sectors. Meanwhile, the country aims to drive hydrocarbon development on the back of a robust petroleum…