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The African Energy Transition Provides Opportunity (By NJ Ayuk)

A heavy reliance on fossil fuel exports means that many African nations will need to walk a fine line between economic stability and the transition to clean energy

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org). Let’s really think about this: Today, Africa contributes less than 5% of the world’s energy-related emissions, despite being home to 19% of Earth’s population. By 2060, the continent’s population is expected to reach 28% of the global total. But guess what?…

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Africa’s Critical Minerals and the Future of the Global Energy Transition

Africa’s critical minerals – cobalt, lithium, copper and PGMs – are central to the global energy transition, powering clean technologies and EVs

As the world accelerates its shift from fossil fuels to clean energy technologies, Africa is emerging as a central player in supplying the minerals that underpin this transformation. According to the African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) State of African Energy 2026 Outlook, the continent’s abundant reserves of critical minerals – including…

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Libya Prepares Major Renewable Energy Showcase at Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) 2026

National and international players – the Renewable Energy Holding Company, Renewable Energy Authority of Libya, Repsol Renovables, TotalEnergies and Libya Solar System Company – will speak on Libya’s utility- and small-scale clean energy investment opportunities at next month’s summit

Libya’s renewable energy transition will take center stage at the Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) 2026, with confirmed participation from the Renewable Energy Holding company (REHC), the Renewable Energy Authority of Libya (REAoL), Repsol Renovables, TotalEnergies and the Libyan Solar System Company (LSSC). TotalEnergies and Repsol Renovables’ parent company…

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Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2026 to Spotlight Africa’s Energy Growth Amid Low-Carbon Push

Leaders will explore how to scale low‑carbon power, manage hydrocarbons responsibly and deploy advanced decarbonization technologies at next year’s Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris

Africa’s integrated energy companies face a dual mandate: expanding energy access while reducing carbon emissions. This challenge will be the focus of the panel, “The Dual Mandate: Navigating Growth and Decarbonization in an Integrated Energy Sector,” at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris on April 22–23, 2026.…

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Data Centers Could Be the Spark Africa’s Power Sector Needs (By NJ Ayuk)

The growth of data centers also often brings with it a push for innovative power solutions, including the integration of renewable energy sources and advanced grid management technologies

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org/). A quarter of the way into the 21st century, digital technology has infiltrated the daily lives of billions of people to an incredible degree across the globe — but not everywhere… yet. As digital penetration rapidly nears 100% in many parts…

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African Energy Chamber, ccCASH Partner to Bring Climate Finance Directly to African Households

The partnership launches a pan-African clean cooking currency, putting climate finance directly into households and accelerating the adoption of sustainable cooking solutions

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with (B)energy, developer of the ccCASH initiative, to establish a continent-wide mechanism for clean cooking finance. The collaboration marks a major step toward making households active participants in Africa’s energy transition. Africa faces a critical energy challenge:…

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A Stronger Africa Requires Stronger Investment Policies (By NJ Ayuk)

Stable fiscal regimes, predictable contract terms, and anti-corruption measures help de-risk projects and give investors the confidence to commit long-term capital

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org/). Investor confidence in Algeria’s energy sector is climbing. The country — already one of Africa’s most active oil and gas producers — has seen even more momentum in 2025. In October, Algeria’s national oil company, Sonatrach, announced a USD5.4 billion partnership…

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Mauritania: CWP Global Close to Closing Host Government Agreement (HGA) for AMAN Green Hydrogen Project

CWP Global has called for the accelerated processing of its host government agreement with Mauritania for the AMAN green hydrogen project

Green hydrogen developer CWP Global has announced it is fast-tracking the finalization of its host government agreement (HGA) with Mauritania over the company’s landmark AMAN green hydrogen project. The announcement was made by Mike Scholey, CEO, CWP Global at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition in…

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Leaders Honored as MSGBC 2025 Awards Spotlight a Transformative Year in Regional Energy

The MSGBC 2025 Gala Dinner and Awards celebrated leaders driving West Africa’s energy transformation, honoring achievements in LNG, green hydrogen, local content, regional cooperation and renewable development across the MSGBC basin

This year’s MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition concluded its opening day with a gala dinner and awards ceremony on December 9, celebrating a transformative year for the region’s energy sector. With Senegal and Mauritania entering a new chapter as oil and gas producers and the broader…

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African Development Bank Approves $10 Million to catalyse Namibia’s Large Green Hydrogen Project

The project is poised to leverage the country’s world-class solar and wind energy resources

The African Development Bank’s Board of Directors (www.AfDB.org) has approved a $10 million loan to Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, a Namibian green hydrogen development company,  to support a green ammonia project valued at more than $10 billion and with the potential to position Namibia as a pioneer in the global green…