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African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO) Appoints Farid Ghezali as Secretary General, Charting New Course for African Oil Producers

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With decades of experience in Africa’s upstream oil and gas sector, Farid Ghezali assumes the role of Secretary General of the African Petroleum Producers Organization

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, November 6, 2025/APO Group/ –The African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO) appointed Algeria’s Farid Ghezali as its new Secretary General during the Ministerial Council Meeting in the Republic of Congo this week. Ghezali will take up the post in January 2026, marking the start of a new chapter for the continent’s oil producers as Africa positions its petroleum industry at the center of a just, inclusive and sustainable energy future.

 

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) – as the voice of the African energy sector – extends its congratulations to Ghezali on his appointment as Secretary General. Ghezali brings decades of experience in Africa’s upstream oil and gas sector and is set to lead the organization into a new era of collaboration and growth. The AEC also extends its gratitude to outgoing Secretary General Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim, whose exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment have elevated APPO’s role as the leading voice for African oil producers. Under Dr. Ibrahim’s stewardship, APPO strengthened partnerships with governments and investors, advanced the localization of Africa’s energy value chain and reaffirmed the role of oil and gas in powering Africa’s development. His tireless advocacy for African energy independence and intra-African cooperation has left an enduring legacy.

Farid Ghezali’s appointment comes at a decisive time for African oil producers

Ghezali assumes the role at a time when Africa’s oil and gas sector is on the precipice of accelerated growth. Play-opening oil discoveries made in markets such as Namibia and Ivory Coast, in tandem with renewed exploration campaigns in established provinces such as Angola, Nigeria and Libya, signal new opportunities for strengthened production. Advancements in seismic acquisition, processing technologies and deepwater drilling capabilities have further bolstered exploration efforts, setting the stage for future discoveries. With these projects, African hydrocarbon production is set to rise to 13.6 million barrels of oil equivalent per day (MMboe/d) by 2030, showing a notable increase from 2026 – estimated at 11.4 MMboe/d. Despite this growth, much more investment is needed to unlock the full potential of Africa’s oil industry.

As the continent enters its next era of oil development, APPO will continue to play a central role in promoting Africa’s energy agenda on a global stage. While global policymakers call for an end to oil exploration and production, Africa maintains its right to develop its resources for the development of its economies. In this scenario, APPO plays an important role, serving as a bridge between African producers and global counterparts. The organization has long-advocated for Africa’s position – one that is centered on responsible resource development and an inclusive approach to the energy transition. Under Ghezali’s leadership, APPO is well-positioned to continue this drive, supporting the continent as it enters its next phase of energy development.

A cornerstone of APPO’s development strategy is the launch of the Africa Energy Bank (AEB). Spearheaded by APPO in collaboration with multilateral financial institution the African Export-Import Bank, the $5 billion AEB offers a practical solution to the continent’s financial challenges, offering an avenue for African projects to access capital and drive developments forward. Under Ghezali’s leadership, APPO is tasked with realizing this important institution, supporting the continued growth of Africa’s oil industry.

“Farid Ghezali’s appointment comes at a decisive time for African oil producers. His deep industry knowledge and proven leadership will strengthen APPO’s mission to drive energy security, local value creation and regional collaboration. The AEC looks forward to working closely with him to ensure that oil remains a catalyst for industrialization and prosperity across our continent,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC.

As the continent accelerates the pace of oil developments, APPO’s coordination under Ghezali will be critical in harmonizing local content policies, optimizing resource management and ensuring that Africa captures greater value from its hydrocarbon wealth. The AEC stands ready to collaborate with APPO and its member states to advance these shared objectives, transforming Africa’s vast petroleum resources into a foundation for inclusive and sustainable growth.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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Canada–Africa Financing Forum to Convene Investors and Decision-Makers in Cape Town – May 14, 2026

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Ateau Zola

This timely Forum comes on the heels of commitments announced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, deepening Canada–Africa commercial ties and expanding investment partnerships

TORONTO, Canada, April 29, 2026/APO Group/ –The Canada–Africa Chamber of Business (https://CanadaAfrica.ca) will convene investors, financiers, policymakers, and industry leaders in Cape Town on May 14, 2026 for the Canada–Africa Financing Forum—a high-level platform focused on unlocking capital and accelerating deal flow across African markets.

Registration is open (http://apo-opa.co/4vZN6oV)

This timely Forum comes on the heels of commitments announced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, deepening Canada–Africa commercial ties and expanding investment partnerships. The program connects leaders from venture capital, private equity, and institutional investors to examine where capital is moving—and where the next opportunities lie—supported by Canadian project partners with proven capacity to deliver on-the-ground.

Delegates will engage directly with finance and investment decision-makers, following the program opening, featuring messages from President Cyril Ramaphosa and Prime Minister Mark Carney, in addition to high-level Ministerial representation.

This Forum is about capital deployment, not just conversation

“This Forum is about capital deployment, not just conversation,” said Garreth Bloor, President of the Canada–Africa Chamber of Business. “We are convening investors, institutions, and project leaders who are actively shaping transactions across Africa—and connecting them directly with Canadian partners who are ready to work together.”

The Canada–Africa Financing Forum reflects the Chamber’s role as a privately financed, market-led platform advancing Canada-Africa trade and investment through world-class networking and information-sharing events.

Why Attend

  • Direct access to active dealmakers and capital allocators
  • Insights into where capital is being deployed and key players delivering major projects
  • Opportunities to build partnerships across Canada and African markets
  • Participation in a curated, high-level environment focused on execution

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Space is limited and demand is strong.

Apply to secure your place (http://apo-opa.co/4vXb9oz)

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Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business.

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ORUN and 1xBET Partner to Support a Dynamic Creative Africa

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April 29, 2026

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MIR Holding

During the MASA 2026 edition, held from April 11 to 18, 2026, ORUN and 1xBET implemented the We Champion Talent program, an initiative aimed at promoting African talent and advancing the development of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs)

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, April 28, 2026/APO Group/ –As part of the Innovation Village co-organized with MASA at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan from April 14 to 18, ORUN (https://ORUN.Africa) announces the rollout of its partnership with 1xBET to support a creative Africa that is structuring itself, professionalizing, and scaling across the continent.

We aim to demonstrate that it is possible to support African talent, narratives, and creative ecosystems over the long term, with ambition and consistency

Designed as a space of convergence between heritage, innovation, and knowledge transmission, the Innovation Village features scenography crafted by Ivorian artisans, a program of panels and masterclasses on creative industries, an immersive experience produced by Orun Studios, and a major institutional highlight on April 17. Its narrative platform is built around three pillars: memory, structure, and transmission. The initiative aims to position cultural and creative industries as an economic driver for the continent.

“The Innovation Village was conceived as an act of construction. By partnering with organizations such as 1xBET, we aim to demonstrate that it is possible to support African talent, narratives, and creative ecosystems over the long term, with ambition and consistency,” said Habyba Thiero, CEO of Africa Currency Network and President of ORUN.

This vision aligns with ORUN’s broader ambition to produce, structure, and internationalize African creative industries through events, content, and strategic partnerships.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of ORUN, part of African Currency Network (ACN).

 

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MIR Holding Reaffirms Its Commitment to African Creative Industries Alongside ORUN at Marché des Arts du Spectacle Africain d’Abidjan (MASA) 2026

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MIR Holding

More than event support, this partnership reflects a commitment to backing platforms capable of structuring value chains, increasing the visibility of talent, and fostering the emergence of strong African creative infrastructures

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, April 28, 2026/APO Group/ –On the occasion of MASA 2026, held from April 11 to 18 in Abidjan, MIR Holding (https://MIRHolding.odoo.com) reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth of African creative industries by partnering with ORUN as part of the Innovation Village, hosted at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan. This presence reflects a clear intention to support the scaling of cultural and creative industries so they can fully contribute to job creation and value generation across the continent.

 

Co-organized by ORUN and MASA, the Innovation Village brought together over several days scenography designed by Ivorian artisans, a program of panels and masterclasses dedicated to creative industries, an immersive experience produced by Orun Studios, and a key institutional highlight on April 17.

At MIR Holding, we believe that Africa’s future will also be shaped by its ability to structure its narratives, its talent, and its creative value chains

Built around three pillars — memory, structure, and transmission — the initiative carried a renewed ambition for culture: positioning it as a concrete lever for economic structuring and African projection.

By supporting this initiative, MIR Holding aligns with a broader dynamic aimed at strengthening connections between creation, entrepreneurship, content, youth, and growth ecosystems. More than event support, this partnership reflects a commitment to backing platforms capable of structuring value chains, increasing the visibility of talent, and fostering the emergence of strong African creative infrastructures. MIR Holding stands among the main partners of the Village, alongside Africa Currency Network and other stakeholders engaged in this vision.

“With ORUN, we are not only seeking to make culture visible. We aim to help provide it with a framework, a reach, and a trajectory. What is at stake here is the continent’s ability to better transform its creative energy into sustainable value, real opportunities, and influence,” said Habyba Thiero, CEO of Africa Currency Network and President of ORUN.

Mouhamed Dieng, President of MIR Holding, added: “Supporting Africa’s creative industries is not about backing a secondary sector. It is about investing in one of the continent’s most powerful spaces for storytelling, youth, innovation, and competitiveness. At MIR Holding, we believe that Africa’s future will also be shaped by its ability to structure its narratives, its talent, and its creative value chains.”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of MIR Holding.

 

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