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Critical Minerals Africa Becomes African Mining Week – Scheduled for October 1-3, 2025

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By taking place alongside African Energy Week, the African Mining Week event offers a strategic opportunity for cross-sector investment and collaboration

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, January 14, 2025/APO Group/ — 

The Critical Minerals Africa conference – hosted in Cape Town and organized by Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) – has been rebranded to African Mining Week (AMW). This move reflects the integrated opportunities across the continent’s energy and mining sectors and aims to drive a culture of collaboration among these strategic sectors.  

Taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Center on October 1-3, 2025, the three-day event offers a unique opportunity for Africa’s energy and mining industries to engage and sign deals under one roof. Running alongside the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference, the dynamic platform seeks to foster cross-sector synergies, showcase the continent’s energy and mining potential while positioning Africa as a premier investment destination for capital, technology and project developers.

The continent’s mining industry is on track to reach a market value of $135 billion by the end of 2027, showcasing an annual compound growth rate of 5.6%. Driven by factors such as rising demand, supportive government policies and the introduction of advanced mining technologies, this growth will serve as a catalyst for broader economic development in Africa.

The AMW event aims to create a dynamic and interactive platform that strengthens Africa’s position in the global mining and energy value chains

The wealth of Africa’s mineral resources cannot be overstated. Africa accounts for approximately 73.3% of the world’s cobalt production; 65.2% of the world’s manganese production, 43.3% of the world’s chromium production and 43.7% of the world’s diamond production. Additionally, the continent holds a dominant position in the supply of platinum group metals, gold and phosphate, with significant growth potential in minerals such as bauxite, copper, iron ore, uranium, lithium and coal. What makes the continent so attractive is its resources diversity, proven track record as a global supplier and pro-investment policies that foster M&A transactions and long-term capital injection. Amid efforts to accelerate the pace of the global energy transition while fast-tracking the development of sustainable mining and beneficiation, AMW serves as a catalyst for investment and an opportunity to address the challenges faced by the continent’s mining markets.

Concurrently, Africa’s energy industry is on the precipice of accelerated growth. Serving as one of the world’s final frontiers for oil and gas exploration, Africa is just starting to unlock the full potential of its on- and offshore hydrocarbon markets. Play-opening discoveries made in Namibia, Zimbabwe, Ivory Coast, Angola, Uganda, Senegal and more reflect the substantial potential available in underexplored markets. At the same time, the continent’s renewable energy and power markets are being rapidly developed as global partners increase their support for projects in the solar, wind, green hydrogen and associated sectors. South Africa is targeting the development of a green hydrogen economy, Ethiopia is undertaking ambitious hydropower projects, Mauritania is set to launch GW-scale hydrogen projects while Morocco has emerged as a major solar producer. These projects underscore the level of potential available for energy companies in Africa.

Despite these developments, Africa has barely scratched the surface of its energy and mining industries. With much of the continent’s natural and mineral resources underdeveloped and underexplored, there is a critical opportunity for global and African players to collaborate and invest in Africa. The energy and mining industries cannot be developed in isolation. Intrinsically linked, these sectors stand to advance even more rapidly through integration and cross-sector collaboration. It is at this juncture that the AMW conference plays a key role.

“The AMW event aims to create a dynamic and interactive platform that strengthens Africa’s position in the global mining and energy value chains. By running alongside AEW – Africa’s premier energy investment platform – the event strategically unites the two sectors, enabling participants to explore synergies, share knowledge and identify cross-industry opportunities for growth and development. With a strong emphasis on continental beneficiation, AMW will drive value-added investments, encourage greater M&A activity while showcasing project and financing opportunities that generate high returns for foreign funders,” states James Chester, CEO of ECP.

“What Africa needs is more investment, specifically in strategic sectors such as energy and mining. The continent’s resources can redefine global supply chains, and with supportive policies, untapped deposits and strong local partners, there has never been a more critical time to invest in African projects. Co-located in Cape Town, AEW and AMW are closely aligned, seeking to drive the next wave of collaboration, investment and innovation in Africa,” notes Rachelle Kasongo, AMW Project Manager.  

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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Liberia to Preview Next Oil & Gas Licensing Round Strategy at Houston Investor Day

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The Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority will host operators, investors and partners in Houston on August 19 to preview future licensing opportunities and showcase the exploration potential of its offshore basins

HOUSTON, United States of America, August 7, 2026/APO Group/ –The Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority (LPRA) will present its strategy for the country’s next offshore licensing round at Liberia Investor Day Houston on August 19, bringing together international exploration companies, investors, service providers and energy leaders to discuss the next phase of Liberia’s upstream development.

Hosted in partnership with Energy Capital & Power, the event will provide a platform for the LPRA, led by Director General Hon. Marilyn T. Logan, to outline Liberia’s regulatory framework, investment priorities and plans to attract new participation across the country’s offshore sector. Discussions will focus on upcoming licensing opportunities, exploration prospects and the subsurface data supporting future investment decisions.

Liberia’s offshore sector is entering a new phase of exploration activity, with renewed international participation and a growing pipeline of opportunities. Following the award and ratification of eight Production Sharing Contracts in 2025, Liberia has re-established itself as a frontier exploration destination, with international operators advancing work programs designed to further evaluate the country’s petroleum potential. TotalEnergies is progressing exploration activities that include offshore geochemical surveys, 3D seismic acquisition and seabed mapping, while Oranto Petroleum has also signed contracts to explore Liberia’s offshore.

At the Liberia Investor Day Houston, the LPRA will provide industry stakeholders with insight into the priorities shaping the next licensing round, including the anticipated process, qualification requirements, available acreage and access to technical data. The engagement will give prospective investors a clearer view of Liberia’s exploration landscape and the opportunities emerging across its offshore basins.

The event will also facilitate direct dialogue between LPRA and the global upstream community, connecting companies with policymakers and industry stakeholders involved in shaping Liberia’s next chapter of petroleum development.

As exploration companies continue to seek new frontier opportunities, Liberia Investor Day Houston will highlight the role of regulatory certainty, data availability and strategic partnerships in unlocking long-term investment across Liberia’s offshore sector.

Registration is now open for attendees. Companies interested in Liberia’s emerging offshore opportunities are invited to join LPRA, investors and upstream leaders in Houston for insights into the country’s licensing strategy and exploration outlook. For more information contact info@energycapitalpower.com.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

 

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Beyond Stabroek: Guyana’s Offshore Basin Attracts New Wave of Exploration Investment

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As ExxonMobil advances appraisal activity in Stabroek and new operators target frontier acreage, Guyana is attracting global capital and building a diversified offshore portfolio designed to sustain long-term growth

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, August 7, 2026/APO Group/ –Guyana’s transformation into one of the world’s fastest-growing oil producers is entering a new phase, with a growing network of IOCs expanding exploration activity across the country’s offshore basin. Beyond the landmark discoveries that first put Guyana on the global energy map, new drilling campaigns and licensing partnerships are creating a broader exploration ecosystem designed to support long-term production growth.

At the center of this momentum is ExxonMobil’s continued exploration and appraisal activity in the prolific Stabroek Block. The company has submitted a proposal for a 35-well exploration and appraisal drilling campaign, expected to run from 2028 through 2033, pending regulatory approval. The program would build on more than 30 commercial discoveries already made in the block, with drilling activity focused on evaluating new prospects and appraising existing discoveries to support future development opportunities.

Exploration activity is also extending into Guyana’s frontier acreage, with ExxonMobil advancing drilling operations at the deepwater Canje Block. The company has deployed the Noble Stena Carron drillship for exploration activity, highlighting continued industry interest in evaluating Guyana’s underexplored offshore potential beyond the established Stabroek Block.

Guyana’s strong exploration outlook comes as the country’s economy continues to benefit from rapid oil sector expansion, with hydrocarbons expected to remain a key driver of exports, government revenues and economic growth. As production scales up, attracting additional investment across exploration, services and infrastructure will be critical to supporting the next phase of development.

That momentum is being reinforced through partnerships established under Guyana’s 2023 offshore licensing round. A consortium comprising TotalEnergies, QatarEnergy and Petronas is advancing exploration activities in Block S4 under a five-year production sharing agreement signed with the government in late 2025. The award represents one of the first major outcomes of the licensing round and demonstrates continued international confidence in Guyana’s offshore resource potential.

Beyond the largest operators, a diverse group of companies is also expanding activity across Guyana’s offshore basin. Eco Atlantic is advancing exploration at the Orinduik Block; CGX Energy and Frontera Energy are progressing work in the Corentyne Block; Occidental is evaluating opportunities in the Roraima Block; while Ratio Guyana and Cataleya Energy hold interests in the Kaieteur Block. Together, these partnerships are broadening Guyana’s exploration landscape, increasing competition for acreage and creating opportunities for future discoveries.

As Guyana transitions from an emerging producer to a global energy hub, the next challenge will be converting exploration success into sustainable investment, local value creation and regional growth. These opportunities will be explored at Caribbean Energy Week 2027, held under the theme “Unlocking the Caribbean Energy Corridor: Oil, Gas, LNG & Investment for a New Global Hub.” Bringing together governments, IOCs, investors and technology providers, the event will examine how Guyana’s expanding partnerships can accelerate offshore development, strengthen regional energy cooperation and attract the capital needed to support the Caribbean’s evolving energy landscape.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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Energy Capital & Power Establishes London Entity, Expanding Global Platform for Energy and Mining Events

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The move strengthens ECP’s presence in the UK and Europe, and its ability to connect African and South American markets with global investors

LONDON, United Kingdom, August 6, 2026/APO Group/ –International events company Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) has officially established its UK entity in London, marking a milestone in the company’s growth strategy and reinforcing its ability to deliver world-class energy and mining events and campaigns in the UK and Europe.

By establishing a presence in a key hub like London – the pre-eminent energy and mining finance center – ECP actively shapes the global energy conversation. The expansion positions ECP to better serve clients, partners and investors seeking to develop business opportunities between Africa, Europe, the Americas and energy markets worldwide.

Opening our UK company brings ECP closer to key investors in the global energy finance capital

The milestone comes as ECP strengthens its reach through a series of investment platforms that connect global capital to energy and mining projects. These include the Venezuela Energy Week London Showcase on July 30 – with over 300 delegates registered – and the annual Invest in African Energy Forum, held in Paris as the premier event connecting global investors to Africa’s energy transformation.

ECP hosts high level summits and investor conferences in leading energy and minerals producing countries in Africa and South America, including: Venezuela Energy Week; Angola Oil & Gas; MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power; African Mining Week; Libya Energy & Economic Summit; Congo Energy & Investment Forum; South Sudan Oil & Power; and Caribbean Energy Week. The company has hosted investor forums and supported licensing round roadshows in Houston, London and Paris since 2016.

“Opening our UK company brings ECP closer to key investors in the global energy finance capital,” states CEO James Chester. “Having a permanent presence in London further cements our footprint in Europe, enabling us to fulfil our mission to bring minerals and energy investment to diverse global markets.”

With teams located across Africa, Europe and the Americas, ECP has long-facilitated strategic engagement, market intelligence and industry convening, uniting investors with leading energy and mining projects.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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