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Afreximbank partners with Med Aditus to boost local pharmaceutical production of essential medicines in Kenya

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Afreximbank’s intervention is part of its ‘Africa Health Security Investment Plan” to support the health product manufacturing ambition of the continent

KISUMU, Kenya, November 29, 2024/APO Group/ — 

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) and Kenya-based Med Aditus Pharmaceutical Kenya Limited (Med Aditus) have signed a project preparation facility heads of terms agreement at the margins of the fourth edition of the African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AfSNET) Conference in Kisumu City, Kenya. The project preparation facility will be deployed to part-finance the preparation of feasibility studies towards the development of Med Aditus’ pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. 

Estimated to cost US$ 40 million, the plant will be situated on 10 acres of land in Kibos, Kisumu County, Kenya, and will boast an annual production capacity of two-billion tablets/capsules. The specialist plant will focus on the production of tablets and capsules to treat non-communicable diseases including cardiovascular cases, diabetes and cancer, as well as infectious diseases from HIV and malaria to tuberculosis, not to mention production of drugs targeting neglected tropical diseases. 

Designed as a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing plant that will comply with Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), the plant will deploy continuous manufacturing technology integrated with blockchain-powered quality management system and pursue an innovative and cutting-edge approach to producing pharmaceutical products, marking a first-of-its-kind in Africa.  

The establishment of the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility is expected to strengthen and boost local production of essential medicines, improving access to more affordable and quality medicines across Kenya and neighbouring countries. This will help enhance resilience to supply chain disruptions and also reduce the proliferation of counterfeit and low-quality medicines. 

Afreximbank’s intervention is part of its ‘Africa Health Security Investment Plan” to support the health product manufacturing ambition of the continent. This initiative is pivotal in addressing Africa’s health investment challenges, promoting economic development, and strengthening health security across the continent. 

Afreximbank is committed to enhancing partnerships with local and international stakeholders to boost investment and support innovative technologies

His Excellency Professor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, Governor of the County of Kisumu and Mrs. Kanayo Awani, Executive Vice President Intra African Trade and Export Development witnessed the signing of the agreement during the 4th Africa Sub – Sovereign Network (AfSNET) conference in Kisumu. Mr. Zitto Alfayo, Head of Project Preparation at Afreximbank signed the agreement on behalf of the Bank while Dr. Dhiren Thakker, Chief Executive Officer of Med Aditus signed on behalf of his company.  

Commenting on the transaction, Mrs. Awani, welcomed the establishment of the Med Aditus Pharmaceuticals project and said: 

“The partnership with Med Aditus demonstrates Afreximbank’s close cooperation with public and private partners to accelerate development of innovative solutions for combating deadly diseases and scaling up healthcare financing and delivery. Afreximbank is committed to enhancing partnerships with local and international stakeholders to boost investment and support innovative technologies. The project’s strategic location in Kisumu, at the heart of the Great Lakes Region gives it access to markets in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, DR Congo, Rwanda, Burundi and South Sudan thereby promoting Intra-African trade within the AfCFTA context.” 

“I am particularly thrilled by the critical role the County Government of Kisumu played in support of this project by availing the project site and facilitating the partnership with the Great Lakes University of Kisumu to support local technical skills and capacities. This once again highlights the transformative roles sub-sovereign governments play as engines for broad-based economic development,” she added. 

Dr. Thakker, expressed enthusiasm about the agreement stating: “Med Aditus Group is excited to partner with Afreximbank to establish a first-of-its-kind pharmaceutical manufacturing enterprise in Kisumu, Kenya. , The plant will facilitate access to high-quality affordable medicines to the citizens of Kenya, East Africa, and the continent at large. Med Aditus Group’s commitment is to promote rapid growth of the local pharmaceutical manufacturing that will enhance healthcare outcomes of the people and stimulate economic development throughout the region.” 

“By leveraging continuous modular manufacturing technology alongside blockchain integration in manufacturing, distribution and supply chain logistics, and ultimately patient engagement, deployed for the first time in Africa, the continent will leapfrog into a leading producer and supplier of high-quality affordable medicines for its people and the global community,” he added.   

Med Aditus Pharmaceuticals Kenya Limited was established as a special purpose vehicle to design, develop, finance, operate and maintain the pharmaceutical plant on land secured through a concession agreement with the County Government of Kisumu. The estimated project cost of US$ 40 million includes US$ 26 million of debt financing and US$ 14 million of equity financing. 

The AfSNET Conference, organised by Afreximbank, in collaboration with the County Government of Kisumu and the United Cities and Local Governments of Africa from 25 to 27 November, sought to strengthen the role of Sub-Sovereign governments in driving intra-African trade and investment and the successful implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement. The theme of the conference was, ‘Leveraging the AfCFTA for Sustainable Trade and Investment: A Development Pathway for African Sub-Sovereigns.’  The conference was officially opened by President William Ruto of Kenya in the presence of Prof. Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank and was attended by over 900 delegates from national and Sub-Sovereign governments across Africa.   

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Afreximbank.

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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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