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Invictus Energy to Lead Zimbabwe Energies Summit on Gas, Mining and Energy Growth at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025

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Hosted by the Government of Zimbabwe, the session offers unique insight into emerging opportunities across Zimbabwe’s energy and mining markets

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, September 26, 2025/APO Group/ –The African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference – Africa’s largest energy event scheduled for September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town – will feature the highly-anticipated Invest in Zimbabwe Energies Closed Door Summit. Led by the Government of Zimbabwe and with  Invictus Energy as partner, the session provides a strategic opportunity for investors, project developers and global partners to gain direct insight into the country’s energy and mining sectors.

As one of Africa’s final oil and gas frontiers and one of the continent’s biggest mineral producers, Zimbabwe offers significant opportunities for companies across both the natural and mineral resource sectors. Strong political will and an improved business have strengthened the country’s attractiveness for foreign investment, while Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s position as Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community in 2025 reflects a commitment to working with regional partners to advance economic development. The Invest in Zimbabwe Energies Summit builds on these efforts, offering a platform for global investors to connect with Zimbabwean projects.

AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit www.AECWeek.com for more information about this exciting event.

Investors who move now will be well-placed to benefit from the country’s transformation into a diversified energy and mining powerhouse

While Zimbabwe’s energy matrix has been dominated by hydropower, forays into natural gas exploration show the promise of a diversified energy portfolio. The country has emerged as one of Africa’s top frontier gas markets in recent years, with ongoing drilling activities led by Invictus Energy yielding positive results. The company is advancing the development of the Cabora Bassa Project in northern Zimbabwe – one of the world’s largest untested frontier rift basins – following a string of discoveries made in 2023 and 2024. The government is currently the Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement with Invictus Energy and has recently provides National Project Status to the Cabora Bassa development.

As an Australian oil and gas company focused on the Cabora Bassa Project, Invictus Energy is leading Zimbabwe’s gas agenda. The company secured the green light in 2025 to begin pilot production activities in the country, including supplying gas to the Eureka Gold Mine. This not only underscores the potential for gas utilization in the country but reflects opportunities for cross-sector development. As one of the country’s biggest contributors to GDP, the mining industry is a strategic market for Zimbabwe. Through gas, the industry is well-positioned to advance production even further.

Looking ahead, Invictus Energy is preparing to drill its next exploration well at the Musuma-1 site in H2, 2025, backed by an agreement signed with Al Mansour Holdings (AMH). Signed in August 2025, the deal will see AMH acquire a 19.9% stake in Invictus Energy, mobilizing up to $500 million in conditional future financing to support exploration activities in Zimbabwe. Musuma-1 targets up to 1.2 trillion cubic feet of gas, showcasing the level of potential in Zimbabwe’s onshore basins. While efforts by Invictus Energy have unlocked a new petroleum province in southern Africa, most of the country’s natural gas market is underexplored. The Invest in Zimbabwe Energies Summit will spotlight opportunities in gas exploration and production.

Beyond natural gas, Zimbabwe continues to cement its position as an emerging energy producer, with projects in coal production, renewable energy development and power infrastructure set to enhance energy access and security. In 2025, the country is on track to increase coal production by 10.5%, with output set to reach 6.3 million tons throughout the year. In tandem, the country is advancing new hydropower developments, with key initiatives including the Lake Mutirikwi plant, the Batoka Gorge plant and the Osborne Dam Mini-Hydro project. Across these sectors, significant gaps remain, presenting a unique opportunity for project developers and financiers.

Meanwhile, Zimbabwe is consolidating its position as a leading mineral producer, with the anticipated restructuring of the Mines and Minerals Amendment bill supporting mining activities. As Africa’s largest lithium producer, the country has already begun to play a central role in global supply chains and is poised to be a driver for Africa’s energy transition. Recent investments signal renewed global interest in the country’s lithium prospects. These include a $310 million investment by British and Chinese firms in the Sandawana mine; a $300 million upgrade to the Bikita mine; and a $300 million investment by ZHEJIANG Huayou Cobalt at the Arcadia mine. Zimbabwe is also emerging as a front-runner in gold and platinum group metal production. Striving to reach 40 tons in gold production in 2025, the country is inviting investments across the gold value chain. The Invest in Zimbabwe Energies Summit will serve as a vehicle for this investment.

“Zimbabwe is positioning itself as one of Africa’s most exciting frontiers for both energy and mining investment. The country’s emerging natural gas potential, combined with its vast mineral wealth, creates opportunities that few markets can rival. Strong political will, regulatory reform and a commitment to regional integration make Zimbabwe an attractive destination for capital. Investors who move now will be well-placed to benefit from the country’s transformation into a diversified energy and mining powerhouse” says NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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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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