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Financing Agribusiness in Africa: A Call-to-Action echoes from Abidjan to Brazil

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The Call to Action sets clear priorities—from access to blended finance and climate resilience to youth innovation and regional integration—and will be officially presented at COP30 in Belém, Brazil (November 2025)

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, June 3, 2025/APO Group/ –The European-Union -Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC) (www.EU-Africa-Chamber.org) successfully hosted the first edition of the Financing Agribusiness in Africa Forum on May 24, 2025, at the Parc des Expositions in Abidjan. The Forum gathered key stakeholders including representatives from various Ivorian ministries, the Consul General of Côte d’Ivoire in New York and General Delegate of the Economic Promotion Service of Côte d’Ivoire in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Mr. Inza Camara, as well as investors, entrepreneurs, and development partners.

The Forum also welcomed the special participation of Dr. Peter Boamah Otukonor, Director of the Presidential Initiative in Agriculture and Agribusiness of Ghana, who led a delegation of project owners. The EUACC forum sent a clear signal: unlocking Africa’s agricultural future requires bold financing strategies, inclusive solutions, and regional commitment.

At the core of the event was the unveiling of the EUACC Financing Agribusiness in Africa Programme and the issuing of a Call to Action, a landmark framework outlining 10 pillars to catalyze investment, scale agribusiness, and accelerate inclusive growth across the continent. The Call to Action sets clear priorities—from access to blended finance and climate resilience to youth innovation and regional integration—and will be officially presented at COP30 in Belém, Brazil (November 2025).

Structured Dialogue Across Three Key Panels

The Forum featured three high-level panel discussions; each tied to core chapters of the Call to Action:

• Panel 1: Bridging the $65 Billion Gap – Innovative Finance Models for Agribusiness

• Panel 2: Unlocking Scalable Financing for Agri-business in Africa

• Panel 3: What Local Entrepreneurs Face on the Ground

Contributors included distinguished representatives from BADEA, the African Development Bank (AfDB), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), and the Interprofessional Fund for Agricultural Research and Advisory Services from Côte d’Ivoire (FIRCA)

Launch of the Call to Action – 10 Pillars for Agrifinance Transformation

Financing agribusiness is not just an economic opportunity—it’s a strategic pathway to Africa’s resilience, sustainability, and inclusive growth

The document is directly aligned with the EUACC’s Financing Agribusiness in Africa programme (a €100M blended finance platform for agri-projects) and the YES Programme (Youth Empowerment for a Sustainable Future), which targets 1,000+ youth through innovation labs, bootcamps, and startup funds.

Pitching Session – Celebrating Agribusiness projects

The Forum also hosted a dynamic Pitching Session, where eight high-potential agri-projects were showcased. A project winner was recognised for her innovation and scalability: Mrs Mathila Soumahoro, for her project focused on Sustainable Aquaponics for Food Security and Youth Empowerment. Her innovative solution—Aquaponics—is a closed-loop ecosystem combining aquaculture (raising fish or other aquatic organisms) with hydroponics (soilless cultivation of plants). The venture, along with others presented, is now onboarded into the EUACC Investment Portfolio to receive technical support and matchmaking with financial institutions.

A Growing Pipeline: Available Projects

EUACC now holds a curated portfolio of projects accessible to interested financiers. These include ventures in agro-processing, tech-enabled logistics, AI traceability, and regenerative agriculture. Institutional investors, DFIs, and climate funds are invited to contact the EUACC for engagement.

A Word from the Executive Director

Financing agribusiness is not just an economic opportunity—it’s a strategic pathway to Africa’s resilience, sustainability, and inclusive growth. Our role at the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce is to connect them with the right finance, at the right time, for the right impact. This forum is another step of the EUACC’s long-term commitment to unlock capital where it matters most.” – Sonia Toro, Executive Director, EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce

Special thanks

The EUACC would like to express our sincere gratitude to our valued sponsors — Atlantic Cocoa Corporation, CADESA Coop, and Bassivoire — whose generous support and commitment have been instrumental in making the Financing Agribusiness in Africa Forum a reality. Their engagement reflects a shared belief in the importance of catalyzing sustainable investment and innovation across Africa’s agribusiness sector.

Next Steps: From Abidjan to Brazil and Beyond

The EUACC Call to Action will be formally presented at COP30 in Brazil (November 2025). The momentum will continue into 2026, with a second edition of the Forum already being prepared. This upcoming edition will expand partnerships and deepen financing opportunities for African agribusiness.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC)

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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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