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Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris to Shift European Capital from Aid to Profitable Partnerships

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The Invest in African Energy Forum Paris will foster new opportunities for African countries to shift their investment trends from dependency to collaboration

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, May 16, 2023/APO Group/ — 

As Africa seeks to propel its economic growth and tap into the vast potential of its energy sector, a significant shift is underway, moving investment trends from foreign aid to mutually beneficial commercial relationships with Europe. The upcoming Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris – taking place on June 1 and spearheaded by the African Energy Chamber (http://www.EnergyChamber.org) – serves as a pivotal moment, connecting European investors and project developers to emerging opportunities across Africa’s energy landscape, encompassing oil and gas as well as renewable energy projects.

Historically, Africa’s energy sector has been heavily reliant on foreign aid and external support, leaving the continent at risk to the policies and investment trends associated with the international community. While this type of capital has been instrumental in developing projects across the renewable energy and broader power sector spaces, Africa’s oil and gas has struggled to gain traction as global capital shifts towards cleaner sources of fuel. Africa’s vast reserves of 620 trillion cubic feet of gas and 125.3 billion barrels of oil not only offer the critical opportunity for the continent to make energy poverty history by 2030, spurring industrialization and sustainable economic growth, but present the chance for Africa to shift from aid dependency to collaborative relationships in the energy sector.

An example is the development of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), a 1,143km pipeline connecting Uganda’s Tilenga and Kingfisher oilfields to international markets via the Tanga Port in Tanzania. Faced with fierce opposition from environmental activists, Western financial institutions have withdrawn their commitment to the project. Now, the EACOP is turning to China to fulfil its capital requirements, and with the lucrative proposal, the country is expected to respond.

Stepping into this picture, the Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris serves as a unique platform for European investors and African executives to explore potential collaborations, shifting focus from foreign aid to mutually beneficial commercial relationships. By bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, financiers, and project developers, the forum fosters dialogue, knowledge exchange, and relationship building. Participants will discuss innovative investment models, strategic partnerships, and joint ventures that can address Africa’s energy needs while providing profitable opportunities for European investors.

These collaborations drive job creation, enhance local capacity, and position Africa as a key player in the global renewable energy sector

Representing one of the final frontiers for oil and gas, Africa is ripe with commercial opportunity. On the oil and gas front, international energy companies are shifting the landscape of Africa’s oil and gas industry from one of dependency on foreign aid to one of investment and collaboration. They are actively investing in the region, developing offshore fields, onshore facilities and large-scale infrastructure projects. As an example, French major TotalEnergies has collaborated with governments in projects such as the EACOP, Mozambique’s Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project as well as upstream activities in Namibia’s Orange Basin. These partnerships drive sustainable energy developments, increase energy access and industrialization in Africa while offering high returns on investment for the company. The Paris forum thereby provides an opportunity for more French and European companies to have a hand in transforming the African energy sector to a mutually beneficial commercial relationship.

Regarding renewable sources, abundant resources and a commitment to clean energy in Africa create attractive opportunities for investors. By promoting and strengthening existing collaborations between European investors – who possess expertise in clean technologies as well as capital – and African executives, the forum will accelerate the development of renewable energy infrastructure in Africa. These collaborations drive job creation, enhance local capacity, and position Africa as a key player in the global renewable energy sector.

Shifting investment trends towards commercial relationships between Africa and Europe also facilitates economic cooperation on a broader scale. European investors bring expertise, technology, and investments to Africa’s energy projects, stimulating job creation, knowledge transfer, and local capacity building. This not only benefits African economies but also opens new markets and business opportunities for European companies, fostering economic growth and trade between the two regions.

The Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris serves as a platform for fostering mutually beneficial commercial partnerships, reducing aid dependency, and promoting investment opportunities across the African energy sector. Through networking, presentations, and panel discussions, the forum enables delegates to connect, explore new business prospects, and collaborate. By facilitating knowledge sharing and providing valuable insights, the forum paves the way for European companies and financiers to enter the African market, establishing a foundation for long-term engagement and sustainable growth.

Taking place on June 1 2023, the Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris is open to all guests and RSVP (https://apo-opa.info/3KQXc64) is essential. RSVP to registration@aecweek.com.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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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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