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Petróleos de Venezuela S.A. (PDVSA), Venezuela’s Hydrocarbon Ministry, African Energy Chamber (AEC) Sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to Drive Energy Investment, Collaboration

The partnership deepens energy investment and cooperation by opening pathways for collaboration across oil, gas, refining and broader energy market development

Venezuela’s leading petroleum authorities have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) - the voice of the African energy sector - aimed at strengthening investment and collaboration across the oil, gas and broader energy sector. The agreement was signed by the Ministry of People’s…

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Network International partners with Al Seraj Islamic Bank to drive digital payments, expand market reach and advance financial inclusion in Libya

This partnership forms part of a central pillar of SIB’s strategy to expand its footprint, grow market share, and reinforce its position as a leading institution in the Libyan banking sector

Network International (Network) (https://www.Network.ae), a leading fintech company in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has signed a processing agreement with Al Seraj Islamic Bank (SIB) to accelerate the bank’s digital transformation and support Libya’s transition toward secure, modern and inclusive financial services. This partnership forms part of a central…

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Verdant IMAP Advises Open Access Data Centres (OADC) (A WIOCC Group Company) on the Acquisition of a South African Data Centre Portfolio

The acquisition strengthens WIOCC Group’s position as a multi-regional digital infrastructure provider, expanding its footprint in South Africa

Verdant IMAP (www.Verdant-Cap.com) is pleased to announce that it has advised on the acquisition of a portfolio of South African data centre assets from NTT DATA, by Open Access Data Centres (OADC), a subsidiary of WIOCC Group. NTT operate global technology and digital infrastructure platforms, and the assets form part…

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Pesalink and Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) Unlock Cross-Border Payments in Local Currencies in Kenya

The Pesalink–PAPSS partnership will reduce costs, speed up settlements, and help individuals, SMEs and businesses send money more efficiently across borders

Instant 24/7 bank-to-bank transfers across African borders in local currencies. Simpler cross-border payments for individuals, businesses, and SMEs. 80 plus Pesalink network participants now linked to 160 plus PAPSS participating banks. Pesalink, Kenya’s de facto instant payment network, has partnered with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) to ease…

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Marriott International Announces Robust Growth Momentum Across Europe, Middle East & Africa in 2025

Company’s expansion in the region was fueled by record-breaking growth across luxury and branded residences and rapid acceleration in the midscale segment

Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR, “Marriott”) (www.Marriott.com) announced an exceptional year of growth across Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) in 2025 with more than 230 organic signings representing over 31,000 rooms. Marriott also added 170 properties and nearly 24,000 rooms across EMEA last year, contributing to a 7.8% net…

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Africa Trade Conference Returns to Cape Town with Esteemed Speakers Driving Africa’s Trade Agenda

Second edition convenes global policymakers, business leaders, and innovators to accelerate Africa’s integration into global trade

Access Bank Plc (www.AccessBankPLC.com) is proud to announce the distinguished line-up of speakers for the second edition of the Africa Trade Conference (ATC 2026), scheduled to take place on March 11, 2026, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town, South Africa. Building on the strong foundation of its…

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African Energy Chamber (AEC), Venezuelan Petroleum Leadership Forge Structured Hydrocarbon Partnership

The African Energy Chamber and Venezuela’s top petroleum officials have agreed on a 12-month action plan to accelerate upstream rehabilitation, gas development, trade flows and cross-continental investment

Venezuela is positioning itself for accelerated oil and gas growth, targeting a near-term increase in production from 1.1 million barrels per day (bpd) to 1.2 million bpd, with a 2027 objective of 1.5 million bpd and a longer-term return toward its installed capacity of 2.8 million bpd. For African investors…

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Senegal’s Petrosen Heads to Caribbean Energy Week to Collaborate with Suriname

Petrosen’s delegation is expected to engage with Suriname’s Staatsolie to share insights on offshore development, seismic interpretation and workforce capacity-building

A delegation from Senegal’s Petrosen E&P is confirmed to attend Caribbean Energy Week (CEW) 2026 in Paramaribo, presenting a key opportunity to deepen technical collaboration with Suriname’s Staatsolie and other regional stakeholders. The visit underscores a growing recognition that, despite being separated by the Atlantic, Senegal and Suriname face remarkably…

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Liquid Intelligent Technologies Announces Debt Repayment and Agrees New Credit Facilities

Strategic Financial Actions Support Growth Ambitions Across Africa

Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a business of Cassava Technologies (www.CassavaTechnologies.com), has today confirmed the full repayment of its ZAR term loan and USD revolving credit facility. In tandem with this repayment, Liquid has agreed $410 million in new ZAR and USD credit facilities from a syndicate of commercial and development finance…

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Cameroon’s 2026 Licensing Round: A Regulatory and Compliance Guide for Prospective Bidders

Cameroon’s 2026 licensing round provides access to blocks located in established producing basins with available subsurface data

Introduction Cameroon’s 2026 licensing round represents one of the most structured and commercially compelling entry points into  proven producing basins in Central Africa in recent years. Within its mandate to promote and valorise hydrocarbon resources in the national oil and gas domain of the Republic of Cameroon, the The Société…