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AliExpress Launches 11.11 and Black Friday Sale to Deliver Unmatched Deals, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) Empowerment, and Localized Solutions

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AliExpress (www.AliExpress.com), the global online retail marketplace, has kicked off its highly anticipated 11.11 and Black Friday Sale, combining the platform’s biggest online shopping event with tools that empower consumers and small businesses alike across the African continent.

 

Running from November 11 to December 3, this year’s 11.11 and Black Friday campaign introduces new wholesale tools alongside incredible discounts, up to 80% off on a wide range of products across AliExpress. Enhanced local payments in nine countries and faster shipping create the ultimate shopping experience, while SME-specific features make it much easier for African entrepreneurs to succeed in cross-border commerce.

Africa is home to one of the most exciting e-commerce growth stories, with rapidly rising consumer demand and entrepreneurial energy,” said Bonnie Zhao, General Manager at AliExpress Africa. “What makes this 11.11 and Black Friday Sale unique is our ability to cater to every segment of this market—whether they are families shopping for affordable products or small businesses sourcing globally to serve their local communities. Our upgrades in secure payments and sourcing tools ensure the customer experience is seamless.” AliExpress will support African shoppers and wholesalers with tailored features, bridging the gap between global supply chains and one of the world’s most dynamic regional markets.

For Consumers: Affordable Shopping with Local Convenience

The 11.11 and Black Friday Sale brings consumers access to steep discounts across popular categories like consumer electronics, smartphones, home decor, beauty and fashion. With its Bundle Deals and Bulk Saver Hub, AliExpress caters to Africa’s family-oriented, price-conscious shoppers by offering significant cashback rewards and discounts for bulk purchases.

AliExpress solves traditional e-commerce payment challenges through integration with trusted local e-payment platforms, enabling smooth local currency transactions for shoppers in nine African markets, including Algeria, Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Tanzania, South Africa and Ghana. These solutions eliminate currency conversion complexities, ensuring an easy and inclusive shopping experience for banked and unbanked populations.

Africa is home to one of the most exciting e-commerce growth stories, with rapidly rising consumer demand and entrepreneurial energy

Delivery speed has also been optimized in the past year. Consumers in countries like Algeria, South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, and Kenya can expect orders to be delivered in as little as 10 days on select items, while AliExpress’s Choice service guarantees door-to-door fulfilment within 20 days. To make the sales even more attractive, first-time shoppers can take advantage of free shipping and welcome discounts on participating products, lowering the barrier to experiencing global e-commerce.

For Small Businesses: Empowering Africa’s Entrepreneurs

AliExpress understands that over 50 million SMEs power Africa’s economy, and the 11.11 and Black Friday Sale provides unparalleled support for these businesses. The AliExpress Business platform eliminates minimum order quantities (MOQs), allowing entrepreneurs to experiment with small batches of trending products like electronics, textiles, and automotive accessories, helping to control costs and reduce inventory risks. Additionally, the inclusion of AI tools provides critical data, such as market demand trends, product forecasts, and localized marketing materials, enabling SMEs to grow by customizing inventory and promotions.

With social commerce booming in Africa, the One-Shop interface empowers entrepreneurs by enabling easy sharing of curated product catalogs on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook, helping them to reach local customers through community-driven sales channels.

Entrepreneurs on this continent are not just buying—they are building strong businesses, communities, and futures,” said Zhao. “The tools introduced by AliExpress are designed to help SMEs overcome challenges like fragmented logistics or payment systems while tapping into global opportunities. AliExpress makes global commerce a possibility for even the smallest enterprises.”

AliExpress’s Vision for Africa

AliExpress has taken strategic steps to unlock e-commerce growth opportunities across Africa. Recent government, payment and logistic partnerships reflect AliExpress’s long-term commitment to supporting frameworks for digital trade while investing in infrastructure optimization. As a pioneer in localized e-commerce solutions, the platform continues to innovate with service upgrades and logistics partnerships that streamline services for consumers and businesses alike.

Unlock Unbeatable Deals Starting November 11

Consumers and entrepreneurs can begin shopping the 11.11 and Black Friday Sale from November 11 through the AliExpress app or website (www.AliExpress.com). SMEs can access AliExpress Business features at https://InBusiness.AliExpress.com, including bulk pricing, AI-driven insights, and reseller tools to make this shopping season their most successful yet.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of AliExpress.

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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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