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China-Africa Energy Investment and Cooperation to be Showcased at Investor Forum in Shanghai

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Taking place March 13, 2025, the Invest in African Energies investor forum will explore new opportunities for Chinese companies in Africa

SHANGHAI, China, February 18, 2025/APO Group/ –The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) – serving as the voice of the African energy sector – will host the Invest in African Energies investor forum in Shanghai on March 13, 2025. The forum will focus on building stronger China-Africa relations, while opening new avenues for Chinese producers, investors and equipment suppliers to expand their footprint across the continent.

Taking place at the Westin Bund Center in Shanghai, the investor forum builds on a series of impactful investor forums hosted globally. The forum will highlight emerging investment opportunities in Africa, while highlighting the role Chinese firms can play in driving projects forward. As part of the visit, the AEC will also be meeting with government officials, state companies, private companies and entrepreneurs encouraging greater collaboration between Africa and China across the oil and gas, mining and renewable sector.

China has become Africa’s largest bilateral trading partner in the last 20 years, with trade volumes amounting to $282 billion (2023). Primary commodities such as fuel, mineral products and metals represent three-fifths of Africa’s exports to China, while Chinese firms continue to expand their presence across the continent. Chinese exploration and production companies are already showing strong signs of increasing investment in Africa. Wing Wah, for example, is pioneering an integrated natural gas project in the Republic of Congo, designed to boost gas monetization and reduce previously-flared resources. Over three phases, the $2 billion Bango Kayo conventional block will produce 30 billion cubic meters of associated gas over a 25-year period.

Africa is wide open for energy business with Chinese companies, especially with the G20 coming to Africa this year

The state-owned China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) also has a strong presence across the continent. In Angola, the company is exploring investment opportunities, visiting the country in 2024 to discuss the deepwater Block 24. In East Africa, CNOOC is developing the East African Crude Oil Pipeline alongside TotalEnergies and the respective national oil companies of Uganda and Tanzania. At a cost of $5 billion, the 1,443-km pipeline will connect Uganda’s Kingfisher and Tilenga oilfields to Tanzania’s Port of Tanga. The pipeline will come online in 2026. CNOOC has also partnered with the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation to explore deep-sea Block 4/1B and 4/1C and is considering investing in South Sudan’s Blocks 3 and 7. In West Africa, CNOOC is conducting wildcat drilling at Blocks BC-9 and BCD-10.

The China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) is also investing heavily in upstream oil and gas projects. These include the Coral South FLNG development in Mozambique’s Area 4, which exported its first LNG cargo in 2022. CNPC also signed a $400 million crude oil supply agreement in 2024 with the government of Niger, with the company selling crude from its Agadem field. The CNPC is developing a 1,980km pipeline connecting the Agadem Rift Basin in Niger to Benin’s Atlantic Oil Terminal. These are just some of the many projects underway by the CNPC in Africa. Chinese independent United Energy Group (UEG) is on track to double its Egyptian output following the acquisition of Apex International Energy’s Western Desert portfolio. The project will increase UEG’s production by 22,100 barrels per day. UEG currently holds 5 concessions in Egypt’s Western and Eastern Deserts.

In addition to exploration and production firms, Chinese equipment suppliers and service providers are supporting the development of oil and gas projects in Africa. Construction firm China National Chemical Engineering, for example, is supporting the development of Angola’s Lobito Refinery – poised to be the largest in the country with 200,000 barrels per day capacity. The company has also expressed interest in supporting the development of Nigeria’s $20 billion Ogidigben gas project in Delta. Through the Belt and Road Initiative, China is encouraging further participation by Chinese equipment suppliers and infrastructure developers in Africa. The initiative seeks to create trade corridors across the continent, offering new opportunities for cross-border collaboration.

“China has proven that it is a strong partner for Africa. From upstream oil and gas projects to downstream infrastructure developments to renewable energy, power facilities and transportation corridors, Chinese firms are eager to support African development. The forum will build on this interest to connect Chinese firms to African projects,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC.

“Africa is wide open for energy business with Chinese companies, especially with the G20 coming to Africa this year and African Energy Week will play a lead role as the home of G20 Africa energy investments. We continue to encourage innovation and investment in our energy sector and encourage African states to move faster on creating a business climate where businesses of any type and size can grow and thrive, in our continent,” concluded Ayuk.

The forum serves as a prelude to the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference, returning for its next edition from September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town. As the largest energy event on the continent, AEW 2025 seeks to drive a new wave of investment into African energy projects. As one of the continent’s biggest trade and finance partners, China’s role in driving projects forward will be discussed during the conference.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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As global power structures shift, Invest Africa convenes The Africa Debate 2026 to redefine partnership in a changing world

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The Africa Debate 2026 will provide a platform for this essential, era-defining discussion, convening leaders to explore how Africa and its partners can build more balanced, resilient and sustainable models of cooperation

LONDON, United Kingdom, February 5, 2026/APO Group/ –As African economies assert greater agency in a rapidly evolving global order, Invest Africa (www.InvestAfrica.com) is delighted to announce The Africa Debate 2026, its flagship investment forum, taking place at the historic Guildhall in London on 3 June 2026.

Now in its 12th year, The Africa Debate has established itself as London’s premier platform for African investment dialogue since launching in 2014, convening over 800 global decision-makers annually to shape the future of trade, finance, investment, and development across the continent.

Under the theme “Redefining Partnership: Navigating a World in Transition”, this year’s forum will focus on Africa’s response to global economic realignment with greater agency, ambition and economic sovereignty.

The Africa Debate puts Africa’s priorities at the centre of the conversation, moving beyond traditional narratives to focus on ownership, resilience and long-term value creation.

“Volatility is not new to Africa. What is changing is the opportunity to respond with greater agency and ambition,” says Invest Africa CEO Chantelé Carrington.

“This year’s edition of The Africa Debate asks how we strengthen economic sovereignty — from access to capital and investment to financial and industrial policy — so African economies can take greater ownership of their growth. Success will be defined by how effectively we turn disruption into leverage and partnership into shared value.”

The Africa Debate 2026 will provide a platform for this essential, era-defining discussion, convening leaders to explore how Africa and its partners can build more balanced, resilient and sustainable models of cooperation.

Key challenges driving the debate

Core focus areas for this year’s edition of The Africa Debate include:

This year’s edition of The Africa Debate asks how we strengthen economic sovereignty — from access to capital and investment to financial and industrial policy

Global Realignment & New Partnerships

How shifting geopolitical and economic power structures are reshaping Africa’s global partnerships, trade dynamics and investment landscape.

Financing Africa’s Future

The growing need to reform the global financial architecture, new approaches to development finance, as well as the strengthening of market access and financial resilience of African economies in a changing global system.

Strategic Value Chains

Moving beyond primary exports to build local value chains in critical minerals for the green economy. Also addressing Africa’s energy access gap and mobilising investment in renewable and transitional energy systems.

Digital Transformation & Technology

Unlocking growth in fintech, AI and digital infrastructure to drive productivity, inclusion, and the next phase of Africa’s economic transformation.

The Africa Debate 2026 offers a unique platform for high-level dialogue, deal-making, and strategic engagement. Attendees will gain actionable insights from leading policymakers, investors and business leaders shaping Africa’s economic future, while building strategic partnerships that define the continent’s next growth phase.

Registration is now open (http://apo-opa.co/46b19gj).

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Invest Africa.

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Zion Adeoye terminated as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of CLG due to serious personal and professional conduct violations

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After a thorough internal and external investigation, along with a disciplinary hearing chaired by Sbongiseni Dube, CLG (https://CLGglobal.com) has made the decision to terminate Zion Adeoye due to serious personal and professional conduct violations. This process adhered to the Code of Good Practice of the Labour Relations Act, ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance with South African law.

Mr. Adeoye has been held accountable for several serious offenses, including:

  • Making malicious and defamatory statements against colleagues
  • Extortion
  • Intimidation
  • Fraud
  • Misuse of company funds
  • Theft and misappropriation of funds
  • Breach of fiduciary duty
  • Mismanagement

His actions are in direct contradiction to our firm’s core values. We do not approve of attorneys spending time in a Gentleman’s Club. CLG deeply regrets the impact this situation has had on our colleagues and continues to provide full support to those affected.

We want to express our gratitude to those who spoke up and to reassure everyone at the firm of our unwavering commitment to maintaining a respectful workplace. Misconduct of any kind is unacceptable and will be addressed decisively.

We recognize the seriousness of this matter and have referred it to the appropriate law enforcement, regulatory, and legal authorities in Nigeria, Mauritius, and South Africa. We kindly ask that the privacy of the third party involved be respected.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of CLG.

 

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The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) Strengthens Partnership with the Republic of Djibouti through US$35 Million Financing Facility

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This facility forms part of the US$600 million, three-year Framework Agreement signed in May 2023 between ITFC and the Republic of Djibouti, reflecting the strong and growing partnership between both parties

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, February 5, 2026/APO Group/ –The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (https://www.ITFC-IDB.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, has signed a US$35 million sovereign financing facility with the Republic of Djibouti to support the development of the country’s bunkering services sector and strengthen its position as a strategic regional maritime and trade hub.

The facility was signed at the ITFC Headquarters in Jeddah by Eng. Adeeb Yousuf Al-Aama, Chief Executive Officer of ITFC, and H.E. Ilyas Moussa Dawaleh, Minister of Economy and Finance in charge of Industry of the Republic of Djibouti.

The financing facility is expected to contribute to Djibouti’s economic growth and revenue diversification by reinforcing the competitiveness and attractiveness of the Djibouti Port as a “one-stop port” offering comprehensive vessel-related services. With Red Sea Bunkering (RSB) as the Executing Agency, the facility will support the procurement of refined petroleum products, thus boosting RSB’s bunkering operations, enhancing revenue diversification, and consolidating Djibouti’s role as a key logistics and trading hub in the Horn of Africa and the wider region.

We look forward to deepening this partnership, creating new opportunities, and leveraging collaborative programs to advance key sectors and drive sustainable economic growth

Commenting on the signing, Eng. Adeeb Yousuf Al-Aama, CEO of ITFC, stated:

“This financing reflects ITFC’s continued commitment to supporting Djibouti’s strategic development priorities, particularly in strengthening energy security, port competitiveness, and trade facilitation. We are proud to deepen our partnership with the Republic of Djibouti and contribute to sustainable economic growth and regional integration.”

H.E. Ilyas Moussa Dawaleh, Minister of Economy and Finance in charge of Industry of the Republic of Djibouti, commented: “Today’s signing marks an important milestone in the development of Djibouti’s bunkering services and reflects our strong and valued partnership with ITFC, particularly in the oil and gas sector. This collaboration supports our ambition to position Djibouti as a regional hub for integrated maritime and logistics services. We look forward to deepening this partnership, creating new opportunities, and leveraging collaborative programs to advance key sectors and drive sustainable economic growth.”

This facility forms part of the US$600 million, three-year Framework Agreement signed in May 2023 between ITFC and the Republic of Djibouti, reflecting the strong and growing partnership between both parties.

Since its inception in 2008, ITFC and the Republic of Djibouti have maintained a strong partnership, with a total of US$1.8 billion approved primarily supporting the country’s energy sector and trade development objectives.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC).

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