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Africa Finance Corporation Diversifies Shareholders with Equity from Côte d’Ivoire, Mauritius and AfricaRe

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This fresh capital injection demonstrates how governments, pension funds and insurers are stepping up investment in Africa

LAGOS, Nigeria, December 12, 2022/APO Group/ — 

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, announces a boost to its share capital following a combined US$38 million equity injection from the government of Côte d’Ivoire, through the Ministry of Economy and Finance; the government of Mauritius, via the National Pension Fund (NPF) and National Savings Fund (NSF); and the Africa Reinsurance Corporation (AfricaRe).

This fresh capital injection demonstrates how governments, pension funds and insurers are stepping up investment in Africa, opening a multi-billion dollar pool of treasury, retirement and insurance assets to help address the continent’s infrastructure and industrial development needs.

Côte d’Ivoire

Côte d’Ivoire has benefited from over €700 million of investment from AFC in transformative projects, including the Henri Konan Bédié Bridge, a six-lane, 1.5 km toll bridge, and 6.6 km of access roads, which have improved traffic flow in Abidjan. The Corporation is also a financing partner to Société Ivoirienne de Raffinage (SIR), the largest and most sophisticated operational refinery in West Africa, acting as the sole mandated lead arranger of a €577 million debt financing facility as part of SIR’s successful long-term restructuring plan. Further funding from AFC is going into construction of the 44-MW Singrobo hydroelectric power plant, a project to increase Côte d’Ivoire’s overall power capacity, reduce generation costs and advance the renewable energy mix. AFC is also a lead investor in Côte d’Ivoire’s Integrated Industrial Platform (IIP), an industrial platform focused on agro-processing, notably cocoa, cotton and cashew, partnering with Arise IIP (an investee company of AFC) and the Ivoirian government.

“The significant level of investment in our country is proof that AFC lives up to its reputation as one of the leading infrastructure solution providers on the continent,” said Hon. Adama Coulibaly, Minister of Economy and Finance. “Becoming a shareholder is one of many steps to reinforce and solidify the relationship between the government of Côte d’Ivoire and the AFC. We are pleased to invest in AFC as the Corporation has proven its mandate as an African organization with a passion for infrastructure development – evidenced by the level of its investment in our country. We are happy to be associated with this pan-African success story.”

The significant level of investment in our country is proof that AFC lives up to its reputation as one of the leading infrastructure solution providers on the continent

Mauritius

The equity investment from the Mauritian National Pension and National Savings Funds supports AFC’s drive to attract capital from institutional investors, particularly pensions, national social security funds and sovereign wealth funds, that will play a major role in bridging the continent’s infrastructure financing deficit. The investment builds on AFC’s existing ties with Mauritius, where its subsidiaries, AFC Equity Investment Limited and AFC Capital Partners, are domiciled. As of 2021, AFC Equity Investment Limited held more than US$900 million of the Corporation’s equity investments, while AFC Capital Partners is the Corporation’s asset management company, focused on infrastructure and climate resilient investments with an initial US$500 million target fund size.

“As a pension fund that seeks to diversify away from traditional investments and seeks partnerships for long-term investment in infrastructure as an asset class, AFC presents the right platform to be able to achieve this. We are happy to join the Corporation’s shareholder base,” the management of the Mauritius funds said in a statement.  

AfricaRe

AfricaRe, which became the first multilateral financial institution to invest in AFC, has upsized its initial investment made in 2018. AfricaRe, the largest pan-African reinsurance institution, was established by 36 African states in 1976 to develop the insurance and reinsurance industry through increased underwriting and retention capacity.

AfricaRe Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Corneille Karkezi said: “With its track record, and consistent return on our initial investment, upsizing is the next logical step for us at AfricaRe.”  

“This boost to our share capital enhances AFC’s mandate to provide African solutions to African challenges, funded by African capital,” said Samaila Zubairu, President and CEO of AFC. “Our goal is to put African assets to work in closing the infrastructure gap the continent faces. The equity investments endorse the Corporation’s role as one of the most significant development partners, driving transformative impact across the continent while delivering competitive returns.”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Africa Finance Corporation (AFC).

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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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