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African Energy Awards to Honor Trailblazers Fast Tracking Africa’s Energy Sector at African Energy Week 2023

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African Energy Week 2023 Calls for Nominations for African Energy Week Awards Celebrating Industry Pioneers Fast-Tracking the African Oil and Gas Sector

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, June 21, 2023/APO Group/ — 

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (http://www.EnergyChamber.org) is delighted to announce the opening of nominations for the highly anticipated annual African Energy Week (AEW) Awards 2023. The prestigious awards ceremony aims to recognize and celebrate the remarkable achievements and pioneering efforts of leading professionals and organizations driving the African Oil & Gas sector to new heights. These awards provide a platform to honor those who have made extraordinary contributions towards the advancement and success of the industry in Africa.

The AEW Awards 2023 will showcase exceptional individuals and entities across various categories that have demonstrated unparalleled commitment, innovation, and leadership within the energy sector. The awards ceremony will take place during AEW, taking place from 16 to 20 October in Cape Town, South Africa.

The award categories for AEW Awards 2023 include:

H.E Mohamed S. Barkindo Lifetime Achievement Award (non-voting category)

This award is the highest honor bestowed upon an individual who has made outstanding and enduring contributions to the oil and gas or energy industry over their distinguished career. The recipient is a visionary leader who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and significant impact in shaping the trajectory of the industry, leaving a lasting legacy.

We recognize the recipient’s tireless dedication, unwavering commitment, and significant influence in advancing the energy sector, thereby promoting the wellbeing of Africans and the socio-economic stability of continent or particular country.

National Oil Company of the Year Award

As the continent faces the energy transition, National Oil Companies are playing a fundamental role in reducing the energy poverty of their nations, while ensuring pro-business investment environments, energy security, and leadership in hydrocarbons sector. This award honors an exceptional NOC that has demonstrated outstanding achievements, industry leadership and significant contributions to the energy sector within a particular country and across Africa through innovative operational and revenue management strategies.

ESG Leader Award

As ESG (environmental, social and governance) is a central element in developing Africa’s natural resources, the continent needs champions that will protect and promote local populations while ensuring fair and safe operations. This award recognizes outstanding achievements and leadership in integrating sustainability principles and responsible business practices within the sector.

The award celebrates oil and gas/energy companies that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and strong corporate governance, setting a benchmark for sustainability and ESG performance within the industry.

These awards honor the visionaries and innovators who have dedicated their expertise and resources to transform Africa’s energy landscape

Operational Excellence Leader Award

This award honors exceptional achievements in operational efficiency, performance, and best practices within the oil and gas/energy sector. It is granted to an organization that has demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, technological advancements and continuous improvement in optimizing its operations, driving efficiency gains, and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the industry.

Gas Monetization Award 

This award recognizes companies and projects that are upheaving gas monetization in Africa to close the energy poverty gap. It celebrates innovative strategies and successful commercialization efforts of companies or projects that have demonstrated outstanding leadership in maximizing the value of gas resources. The recipient of this award showcases a commitment to maximizing the value of natural gas resources, driving economic growth, and meeting the energy needs of both domestic and international markets.

Media Award (New Award)

This award recognizes outstanding achievements in journalism, communication, and media coverage within the energy sector. It celebrates individuals or media organizations that have demonstrated exceptional storytelling, in-depth analysis, and effective communication of energy-related topics to a wide audience.

It acknowledges the recipient’s ability to effectively inform, educate, and engage the public on critical energy issues and recognizes commitment to journalistic integrity, accuracy, and the promotion of informed public discourse surrounding energy-related topics. It covers journalism, marketing, research, analytics, broadcasting, filmmaking and other forms of media.

CEO of the Year

This award recognizes individuals that have demonstrated outstanding leadership, strategic vision, and outstanding accomplishments of an exemplary CEO within the industry. We honor an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, driving innovation, sustainable growth, and significant contributions to the success of their organization and the broader energy sector.

It acknowledges the recipient’s ability to navigate complex challenges, make bold decisions, and inspire their organization to achieve exceptional results and recognizes their role in fostering a culture of excellence, driving operational efficiency, and creating long-term value for stakeholders.

Nominations for the AEW Awards 2023 are now open on the official AEW website. Professionals, organizations, and the public are invited to nominate those who have made a significant impact on Africa’s Oil and Gas/energy sector. The winners will be announced at a prestigious ceremony during AEW, where global industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders will gather to discuss and collaborate on the future of Africa’s energy sector.

“Through the African Energy Awards, we are shining a spotlight on the champions of Africa’s energy sector, those individuals and organizations who are driving the continent’s progress towards energy independence and sustainable growth. These awards honor the visionaries and innovators who have dedicated their expertise and resources to transform Africa’s energy landscape. By recognizing their achievements, we inspire others to follow in their footsteps, creating a ripple effect that propels Africa towards a brighter and more prosperous energy future,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC.

We encourage all industry professionals, organizations, and individuals passionate about the African Oil & Gas/Energy sector to participate in this exciting opportunity to recognize and celebrate the exceptional achievements of those who are driving the industry forward. Join us at AEW 2023 as we honor the industry pioneers and trailblazers who are fast-tracking the African Oil & Gas sector towards a prosperous and sustainable future.

For more information on the nomination process and to stay updated on African Energy Week 2023 and the AEW Awards, please visit the official African Energy Week website at https://AECWeek.com/about/

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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