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Independent Operators Join Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025 to Discuss Frontier Drilling, Onshore Prospects

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Representatives from Panoro Energy, ReconAfrica, Corcel, Sintana Energy and FIRST E&P have joined this year’s Angola Oil & Gas conference

LUANDA, Angola, July 22, 2025/APO Group/ –Angola witnessed a surge in Merger & Acquisitions in recent months, as independent oil and gas companies strengthened their presence across the market. As the country prepares to launch its next licensing round in 2025 and continues promoting acreage available through its permanent offer scheme, this positive momentum is expected to continue. Leading independent oil and gas companies have joined the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference to discuss investment strategies and upcoming projects.

John Hamilton, CEO of Panoro Energy, is speaking at AOG 2025 – taking place September 3-4. The company has seen significant success in regional offshore markets, reporting steady production growth in Gabon, Equatorial Guinea and Tunisia this year. In 2025, Panoro Energy also made an offshore oil discovery at the Dussafu block in Gabon. The well contains up to 25 million barrels of recoverable resources and is set to support future production growth at the site. While the company does not have a presence in Angola as of yet, the country offers a wealth of block and partnership opportunities for Panoro Energy, particularly in offshore acreage where the company has extensive expertise.

Onshore, companies such as ReconAfrica are making a play for frontier discoveries. The company signed an agreement with Angola’s upstream regulator – the National Oil, Gas & Biofuels Agency – in April 2025 to explore 5.2 million acres in the Etosha-Okavango basin. Signaling ReconAfrica’s entrance into Angola, the deal lays the foundation for a series of exploration activities over the next 24 months. ReconAfrica is also exploring in Namibia, where it has a license covering 6.3 million acres. During AOG 2025, Brian Reinsborough, CEO of ReconAfrica, is expected to shed light into the company’s ongoing exploration activities.

Robert Bose, CEO of, Sintana Energy, and Scott Gilbert, CEO of Corcel, are also expected to share insight into onshore exploration in Angola. With a majority interest in Block KON 16 – situated in the onshore Kwanza basin in Angola – Corcel has been working to advance exploration at the block. The company signed two agreements to this affect in 2025, increasing its share in KON 16 to 71.5%. The first agreement was signed with Intank Global DMCC for a 30% stake in the block. The second deal was signed with Sintana Energy in May 2025 for a 5% indirect interest. The transaction seeks to boost exploration activities at the block by mobilizing additional capital for exploration activities planned in 2026. The companies also signed an agreement to evaluate and pursue other exploration and production opportunities in Angola. The partners committed to collaborating on the identification and review of new opportunities.

Meanwhile, George Toriola, Chief Strategy Officer at FIRST E&P, is also speaking at AOG 2025. While the company is not yet active in Angola, FIRST E&P has proven industry experience through its strong portfolio of producing assets in Nigeria. The company is exploring regional growth opportunities, seeking to leverage its experience in Nigeria’s onshore and shallow water blocks to unlock additional production opportunities across sub-Saharan Africa. For Angola, which offers a wealth of onshore and shallow water opportunities, this experience stands to support the country’s production goals while creating new opportunities for regional collaboration and trade.

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

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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.

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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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