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Kosmos Energy Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2023 as Diamond Sponsor; Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Andy Inglis to Deliver Opening Keynote

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Kosmos Energy has joined the African Energy Week conference as a Diamond Sponsor as well as Host Sponsor of the opening ceremony

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, September 11, 2023/APO Group/ — 

Africa’s extensive hydrocarbon reserves, encompassing an estimated 125.3 billion barrels of crude oil and 620 trillion cubic feet of proven gas, offer both a strategic investment avenue for E&P players as well as a unique opportunity for Africa to advance sustainable industrialization. As countries aim to make energy poverty history by 2030 and amidst the challenges and opportunities introduced by the energy transition, forging alliances with established energy firms becomes paramount. In this context, companies like U.S.-based global energy firm Kosmos Energy play a crucial role.

Kosmos Energy has long been a strong partner for African countries and has been responsible for several large-scale energy developments across the continent. Exemplifying expertise, steadfastness and a dedication to advancing Africa’s industry growth, Kosmos Energy is poised to remain a key driver towards Africa’s energy future. During this year’s edition of the African Energy Week (AEW) conference – taking place from 16–20 October in Cape Town, a high-level delegation from Kosmos Energy will lead various discussions. Following last year’s participation, Kosmos Energy has joined the 2023 conference as a Diamond Sponsor as well as Host Sponsor of the Opening Ceremony, a testament to the company’s commitment to driving sustainable energy investments in Africa.  

Leading the Kosmos Energy delegation once again is Chairman and CEO Andy Inglis, who is set to deliver an opening keynote address at AEW this October. With over 30 years’ experience across the upstream hydrocarbon industry, Inglis brings deep knowledge and practical expertise to conversations surrounding African oil, gas and the way forward. His insights will be particularly valuable given the continent’s current predicament, in which pressures are mounting to transition to cleaner sources of energy while African countries call for an increase in oil and gas development amid energy security concerns. Kosmos Energy integrates technological and operational innovation with hydrocarbon production, and as such, the company’s Chairman and CEO will help further the discussion on sustainable energy in Africa.

Kosmos Energy has long been a strong partner for African countries and has been responsible for several large-scale energy developments across the continent

As a major player in deepwater exploration and production, Kosmos Energy is committed to meeting the world’s growing demand for energy. In Africa, the company is active in several promising basins, and is spearheading a range of high-impact projects. In Senegal and Mauritania, Kosmos Energy has made significant offshore progress with the development of the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project – set to come online in early 2024. The project is poised to usher in a new era of energy security and economic growth in West Africa while consolidating both countries’ position as major exporters. Kosmos Energy’s Todd Niebruegge, Senior Vice President and Head of the Mauritania/Senegal Business Unit; Ismail Sid Ahmed, Vice President and Country Manager for Mauritania; and Khady Ndiaye, Vice President and Country Manager for Senegal will provide further insight during panel discussions on African oil and gas development strategies as well as AEW 2023’s Invest in MSGBC Energies.

In Ghana, the company opened the Tano Basin with the discovery of the Jubilee Field in 2007 and the development of the Tweneboa, Enyenra and Ntomme fields, with production beginning in 2016. These achievements have contributed to the establishment and growth of a strong energy sector in the country. During AEW 2023, Joe Mensah, Senior Vice President and Head of the Ghana Business Unit at Kosmos Energy, will showcase the firm’s pivotal contribution to propelling Ghana’s energy industry growth. Mensah is participating in AEW 2023’s Invest in Ghana Energies.

Additionally, the company currently holds interests in the Ceiba Field and Okume Complex production assets in Equatorial Guinea as well as exploration acreage. Kosmos Energy also holds interests in acreage offshore São Tomé and Príncipe, strategically located near the Ceiba Field and Okume Complex. Kosmos Energy’s Fidel Envo, Vice President & Country Manager for Equatorial Guinea, will provide further insight into the company’s activities and sustainable investment approach in the country.

With Africa seeking to increase its energy reserves and production capacity, Kosmos Energy will continue to play a central role in driving sustainable energy developments. The company’s Senior Vice President for Sustainability and External Affairs Mike Anderson will also speak at AEW 2023, leading discussions on sustainable operational practices and the value of Africa-Europe cooperation. The Kosmos Energy delegation’s high-level participation speaks to the caliber of AEW as the premier meeting and deal signing platform for the African energy sector.

“Kosmos Energy’s exploration and production activities not only contribute to regional energy security but play a crucial part in driving Africa’s energy transition on the back of sustainable gas developments. The company is leading some of Africa’s biggest hydrocarbon developments and will continue to represent a strong and valuable partner for Africa in the long-term,” states NJ Ayuk, the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC).

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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