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Africa’s Gas Sector Gains Momentum through International Partnerships

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International collaboration is accelerating investment and development across Africa’s natural gas sector, positioning the continent as a key global supplier

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, August 4, 2025/APO Group/ –As the global energy landscape shifts toward cleaner fuel sources, natural gas is taking center stage in Africa’s energy transition, with international collaboration playing a key role in unlocking the continent’s vast gas potential. Africa holds approximately 6% of the world’s natural gas reserves and is expected to contribute significantly to the global LNG supply by 2030, particularly through projects in Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal and Mauritania. With global LNG demand forecast to rise at a CAGR of 1.5% through 2030, Africa is strategically positioned to meet this demand – especially from markets in Europe and Asia.

Signaling renewed investor confidence in the continent’s upstream natural gas potential, Austrian energy company OMV recently resumed exploration activities in Libya’s Sirte Basin. In partnership with Libya’s National Oil Corporation, OMV recently spudded the ESSAR well in Block C103 and is advancing an infrastructure-led campaign focused on unlocking reserves near existing production facilities. OMV will participate in this year’s African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference – taking place from September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town –, where the company’s Executive Vice President Berislav Gašo will join NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, in a fireside chat to explore partnership models, cross-border collaboration and strategies for enhancing investment and technical capacity across Africa.

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.

By investing in infrastructure, exploration and production, regional and international players are strengthening Africa’s position in the global energy market

 

With major developments underway across Libya, Algeria, Egypt and Morocco, North Africa is rapidly advancing as a natural gas powerhouse in the continent. Libya is ramping up gas production through projects like Structures A&E and Bouri Gas Utilization while Algeria targets a production rate of 200 billion cubic meters annually by 2027. Egypt is boosting output with a new licensing round and continued development of the Zohr field, while Morocco progresses with the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline to enhance regional supply.

 

Meanwhile, in the international space, Saudi Arabia’s growing engagement with Africa’s gas sector is emerging as a central pillar of its broader energy diplomacy strategy, with the country strengthening bilateral and multilateral partnerships to unlock gas potential across the continent. As part of this push, Saudi Arabia has prioritized infrastructure development, upstream participation and downstream collaboration, positioning itself as a long-term partner in Africa’s energy future. Saudi Arabia’s state-owned Saudi Aramco is playing a key role in advancing Saudi-Africa gas cooperation, expanding its technical collaboration with African national oil companies to support gas monetization, exploration and production. The country has also integrated natural gas into its broader financial and development strategy for Africa, with a $41 billion funding package for sub-Saharan Africa set to promote gas-related projects as part of a wider drive to expand energy access and industrial capacity.

“International engagement in Africa’s natural gas sector is fast-becoming a game-changer for the continent. By investing in infrastructure, exploration and production, regional and international players are strengthening Africa’s position in the global energy market. This kind of strategic partnership is exactly what the continent needs to full monetize its natural gas potential,” states Ayuk.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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Canon Launches “Beyond Limits” Webinar Series to Boost Africa’s Print and Packaging Industry

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A new expert-led webinar series supporting innovation and growth in Africa’s print and packaging industry

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, August 18, 2026/APO Group/ —

  • Live, interactive webinars featuring real-time demonstrations of Canon technologies and solutions for print and packaging professionals.
  • Designed to help African print businesses unlock new revenue streams, improve efficiency, and adapt to evolving market demands.

 

Canon Central and North Africa (https://www.Canon-CNA.com) has introduced the “Beyond Limits” B2B PRO Live Webinar Series, a new initiative aimed at supporting the growth of Africa’s print and packaging sectors. Launched in March 2026, the series brings print businesses from across the continent together through live, interactive sessions that provide direct access to Canon’s technical expertise, production technologies and solutions.

Meeting Industry Challenges

The launch responds to growing demands across Africa’s printing and packaging sectors for short-run packaging, on-demand publishing, and higher-value print applications.

 

As client expectations shift toward faster turnaround, greater customisation, and more flexibility, print businesses are under increasing pressure to adapt their production capabilities and unlock new growth opportunities. At the same time, print companies across Africa are navigating a rapidly changing commercial environment, where clients expect faster turnaround, more customised services, and greater flexibility. Rising competition is intensifying these challenges, pushing businesses to adopt innovative technologies that enable more efficient and responsive operations.

 

With initiatives like the ‘Beyond Limits’ B2B PRO Live Webinar Series, we are providing professionals direct access to innovation and real-world expertise

Tushar Vashnavi, B2B Business Unit Director at Canon Central and North Africa, said, “The print and packaging industry is evolving significantly. Businesses need practical ways to stay competitive and unlock new opportunities. At Canon, we are committed to being a long-term partner to the sector. With initiatives like the ‘Beyond Limits’ B2B PRO Live Webinar Series, we are providing professionals direct access to innovation and real-world expertise.”

What Makes Canon’s “Beyond Limits” Webinar Series Unique

What sets the “Beyond Limits” B2B PRO Live Webinar Series apart is its interactive, real-time format. Each session will be streamed live from Canon showrooms, giving participants a direct view of technologies in action. Attendees can watch real-time demonstrations, ask questions, and learn how to apply solutions directly to their own businesses.

 

Upcoming webinar topics include:

• 16th September: Powering Modern Publishing – Efficient, flexible publishing workflows
• 14th October: Gallery-Quality Prints with Canon Pro Series – Premium print production
• 17th November: imagePRESS: Powering Short-Run Packaging – Fast-turnaround packaging production

Each broadcast will show how Canon’s technology can help businesses streamline operations, diversify products, and grow commercially.

The webinars will also explore key vertical applications, including short-run and bespoke packaging, on-demand publishing, graphic arts, interior décor, and gift printing. The aim is to help businesses expand their service offerings, attract new clients, and diversify new revenue opportunities.

Canon’s Commitment

This series is part of Canon’s wider push to strengthen Africa’s professional print industry. By providing access to knowledge and hands-on demonstrations, Canon is investing in the sector’s long-term development and success.

Print service providers, packaging converters, publishers, and graphic arts professionals across Africa are encouraged to register for the “Beyond Limits” B2B PRO Live Webinar Series. Attendees will gain practical insight into Canon’s technologies, connect with industry experts, and discover new ways to advance their businesses.

 

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA).

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Senegal’s President and Energy Minister Confirm Official Patronage at MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026

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MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 will take place from 1-3 December in Dakar under the High Patronage of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and in partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum of the Republic of Senegal

DAKAR, Senegal, August 18, 2026/APO Group/ —MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 has confirmed the official participation of Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Minister of Energy and Petroleum Dr. El Hadji Abdourahmane Diouf at this year’s event, set to take place 1-3 December at the Centre International de Conférences Abdou Diouf (CICAD) in Dakar.

Held under the High Patronage of President Faye and in partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 reflects the Senegalese government’s commitment to advancing energy sector investment and development across the MSGBC basin.

Minister Diouf assumed office in June 2026 following the formation of Senegal’s new government, which restructured the former Ministry of Energy, Petroleum and Mines into separate portfolios to place dedicated institutional focus on the country’s expanding hydrocarbons sector. He previously served as Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation and as Minister of the Environment and Ecological Transition.

Their participation comes as Senegal consolidates its position as a new oil and gas producer. The Sangomar field produced 17.9 million barrels in the first half of 2026, while the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project – shared with Mauritania – is now operating at full capacity following its first export cargo in early 2025.

Organized under the theme Powering Investment, Delivering Prosperity: Executing the Region’s Energy Strategy, MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 will convene heads of state, ministers, investors, operators and development partners to shape the next phase of energy investment across Mauritania, Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Guinea-Conakry.

For more information and registration, visit www.msgbcoilgasandpower.com https://apo-opa.co/4xL10v4.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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Energy Intensive Users Group of Southern Africa (EIUG) and VUKA Group announce joint EIUG Conference and C&I Energy + Storage Summit

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The EIUG Conference will provide a platform for open dialogue on electricity industry challenges and opportunities

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, August 18, 2026/APO Group/ –The Energy Intensive Users Group of Southern Africa (EIUG), together with VUKA Group (https://WeAreVUKA.com/), will co‑host the EIUG Conference alongside the C&I Energy + Storage Summit, created by VUKA Group, on 28–29 October 2026 at The Maslow Hotel, Sandton.

The EIUG Conference is more than a gathering – it is a platform to shape South Africa’s industrial energy future

The EIUG Conference will provide a platform for open dialogue on electricity industry challenges and opportunities. It will bring together government, industry leaders, energy‑intensive consumers, and service providers to exchange perspectives, strengthen industrial competitiveness, and explore solutions for South Africa’s energy future.

The two‑day programme features ministerial and industry keynotes, panel discussions on tariff escalation, carbon tax, CBAM, and electricity market reforms, as well as masterclasses on financing, digitalisation, grid security, and hydrogen development.

Delegates will also benefit from networking functions, case study presentations, and practical workshops designed to accelerate the just energy transition.

“The EIUG Conference is more than a gathering – it is a platform to shape South Africa’s industrial energy future,” says Fanele Mondi, EIUG CEO. “ By bringing together government, industry, and service providers, we aim to foster open dialogue and practical solutions that support competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience.”

For more information, visit EIUG Conference (https://apo-opa.co/4x0Wzwd).

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