The Africa Gas & LNG Summit (AfGLNG) will take place in Maputo from 11 to 13 November 2026, bringing together government leaders, energy executives, investors and industry experts to examine…
The African mining sector is facing increased regulatory reform and renewed investor interest due to global demand for the continent’s natural resources, particularly critical minerals. African governments are aligned regarding…
With African critical minerals taking centre stage in the global energy transition, the 3rd annual London Indaba is set to be one of the most important industry gatherings of the…
There is no single right way for a community trust to operate, but the decisions made in this regard have significant implications for impact, reporting and measurement. In February, Tshikululu…
Many mining communities face severe deficits in infrastructure and essential services, especially in remote areas. Local municipalities are often hampered in their ability to resolve these challenges by issues ranging…
Cape Town, South Africa –March, 2025 – Enlit Africa, the continent’s foremost gathering for the power, energy and water sectors, is to Cape Town from 20-22 May 2025, under the…
The inaugural Mining in Motion Summit, Ghana’s premier event bringing together small-scale gold miners, policymakers and global partners, takes place under the theme: “Sustainable Mining & Local Growth – Leveraging…
Africa’s national oil companies (NOCs) are moving beyond operating as state-representatives by transforming themselves into competitive upstream players. By strengthening their balance sheets through partial privatisation, transferring their regulatory roles…
Trade relations between the United Kingdom and Africa are gaining momentum. In January, UK Minister for Trade Policy and Economic Security Douglas Alexander visited South Africa and Botswana to strengthen…
Tanzania is strengthening its position in the global lithium market, driven by a combination of government initiatives and active participation from international exploration and production companies. The country has witnessed…
Ghana’s mining industry stands as a key driver of economic growth – with gross domestic product projections reaching 1.5% by 2025 – fuelled by expanding opportunities within the sector. A…
The first G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors meeting (FMCBG) took place on February 26 and 27, 2025, in Cape Town under South Africa’s Presidency. There was not consensus…
With less than three months to go, momentum is building for the Namibia International Energy Conference 2025 (NIEC), set to take place from 23 to 25 April 2025 at the…
Africa must take bold steps to own its resources, create jobs and build industries that sustain prosperity for generations, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) told African leaders, policymakers, mining industry…
As Africa’s mining industry navigates an era of transformation, CLG will host an exclusive gathering of global investors, government representatives, legal experts and energy industry leaders on 5 February 2025,…
Southern Africa is poised at a unique crossroads: a moment of unparalleled opportunity to leverage its vast reserves of critical minerals to drive not only economic transformation but also a…
Invest Africa, a leading pan-African trade and investment platform, has announced Aon as the headline partner for its 12th Annual Mining Series alongside Mining Indaba 2025. With demand for transition…
As the first-ever Africa Energy Expo (AEE) wrapped up at the Kigali Convention Centre in Rwanda, delegates and participants alike expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to collaborate to find…
Mining Indaba – the premier platform for deal-making, investment and corporate networking for African mining for over 30 years – is cementing its position as the catalyst that ignites positive…
The pipeline of gas projects being developed in Africa has never been stronger. However, if the continent is to be competitive in an extremely dynamic international gas market, it must…
South African Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, made a direct appeal to investors at the 30th AOW: Investing in African Energy Conference: “Investors, we are not saying…
Namibia, a nation renowned for its breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife, is becoming more and more well-known for its booming oil & gas industry. Namibia is quickly rising to the…
Nigeria, a previous bright spot on big oil and gas investors’ radar screens, has dimmed substantially as investor attention is increasingly drawn to new and emerging developments in Namibia, Ivory…
The major players on the world energy production stage are well known, and particularly in the field of oil and gas, where most of them have been in the game…
Investment in African critical minerals is on the rise, with global entities acquiring assets, funding upstream projects and developing midstream and logistics facilities. Over the past three years, Zambia –…
Angola’s oil & gas industry is growing rapidly, with a $60-billion investment pipeline planned for the next five years, a 2025 limited tender on the cards, and industry reforms offering…
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) – led by executive chairperson NJ Ayuk – met with Sonangol CEO Sebastião Gaspar Martins in Luanda last week, where the parties discussed Sonangol’s vision…
The six-year licensing round launched by Angola’s national concessionaire – the National Oil, Gas & Biofuels Agency (ANPG) – has been a cornerstone in the country’s strategy to attract and…
Continental group, the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO), in collaboration with multilateral financial institution, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), has signed the requisite documents for the establishment of the Africa…
Global demand for critical minerals is projected to grow threefold by 2040, highlighting a strategic opportunity for African producers to increase output and the development of untapped mineral deposits. A…
With Spain’s commitment of $2.3 billion in funding to South Africa and its recently announced support for green hydrogen projects in Mauritania, the country joins France, Germany, Italy, the European…
Angola plans to maintain oil production at 1.1 million barrels per day (bpd) until 2027, thereafter increasing output to over 2 million bpd to stimulate economic growth. As the linchpin…
A new milestone has been reached in Angola as energy major TotalEnergies and its partners on Block 20/11 announced a final investment decision (FID) for the Cameia and Golfinho fields.…
As part of the country’s six-year licensing round launched in 2019, Angola will open its next international tender in 2025. Currently, the National Oil, Gas & Biofuels Agency (ANPG) –…
Angola’s national oil company (NOC) Sonangol has increased its competitiveness and capacity as an operator through a privatisation process initiated by the government – set to be complete by 2026.…
Ghana is implementing a strategic agenda to rejuvenate its oil & gas sector, aiming to achieve universal access to electricity by 2030 while propelling industrialisation. With proven oil reserves of…
Africa’s burgeoning oil market, accounting for more than 10% of the global oil output, plays a vital role in meeting global energy demand, shaping energy security and stabilising the global…
With 180 million barrels of proven oil reserves – and up to 5 billion of estimated oil reserves – the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is embarking on an…
As Africa looks to develop its gas for domestic and export markets, the United States is honing in on liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a critical investment avenue, alongside traditional…
Sitting on an estimated 203 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, Nigeria is on a mission to monetise its gas resources and become a leading liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporter…
The Republic of Congo is a mature hydrocarbon market with proven resources, numbering 1.8 billion barrels of oil reserves and 284 billion cubic metres of natural gas reserves. Despite this,…
The South African Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) and the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement officially establishing the Junior Mining Exploration Fund. The…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is looking to attract ‘modern investors’ to develop its $24 trillion of untapped mineral deposits in partnership with Congolese companies, the leader of its…
As the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference, the 28th Conference of Parties (COP28), in Dubai drew to a close, the air was thick with determination among the 200 delegates. Acknowledging…
Invest Africa, a leading business platform promoting trade and investment on the continent, is hosting its 11th Annual Mining Series on the sidelines of Mining Indaba in Cape Town from…
Africa’s abundant natural gas reserves represent an attractive opportunity for monetisation and export, aligning with Europe’s growing demand for cleaner and more energy. This synergy has set the stage for…
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) – the voice of Africa’s energy sector – has signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding with the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) in Brazzaville. Under…
The mining industry is a pillar of global economic development, providing essential raw materials for various industries while also actively participating in the drive toward a circular and sustainable global…
British multinational oil and gas company Shell has decided to sell the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) – which owns onshore oil assets in Nigeria’s Niger Delta…
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has successfully arranged a syndicated US$3.3-billion crude oil prepayment facility sponsored by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). An initial disbursement of US$2.25 billion…
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) – representing the voice of the African energy sector – proudly announces its official endorsement and unwavering support for the upcoming Invest in African Energy…
The rise of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors as a means of gauging investment value lies in a fundamental mind shift that has taken place in a society that…
