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Niger’s Petroleum Minister Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 Amid Renewed Export, Infrastructure Drive

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Minister Hamadou Tinni is expected to outline Niger’s expanding oil ambitions as pipeline infrastructure lays the foundation for new upstream investments

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 21, 2026/APO Group/ –Niger’s Minister of Petroleum Hamadou Tinni will take the stage at the African Energy Week (AEW) Conference and Exhibition – taking place October 12-16, 2026, in Cape Town – as the country accelerates efforts to position itself as a competitive upstream and export-driven oil producer. His participation comes at a pivotal moment for Niger’s hydrocarbons sector, as recent project developments and infrastructure expansion reshape the country’s energy landscape.

Niger’s upstream expansion is anchored by projects such as those in the Agadem Rift Basin. China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) operates the Agadem oilfield, recently increasing its capacity from 20,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 90,000 bpd through a phase two expansion. Savannah Energy currently has interests in the R1234 PSC area – equating to roughly 50% of the basin – with five discoveries made from five wells in the R3 license area to date.

As the country looks to expand production and attract new players to the market, clear policy direction could serve as a launchpad for exploration

Looking ahead, Savannah Energy is assessing plans for a four-well testing program and/or a return to exploration activity in the R1234 PSC contract area in 2026/2027. The company has identified 146 potential exploration targets in total across its four license areas, with future exploration subject to government approval. Since 2024, Savannah Energy has restructured the R3 East Area development plan, raising production forecasts from 5,000 bpd to 10,000 bpd. First oil production from the area will depend on successful well tests.

The project is supported by advancements in infrastructure, specifically the CNPC-built SORAZ refinery and the now-completed Niger-Benin oil export pipeline. The pipeline provides a direct route to international markets for Niger’s crude oil, offering a clear export pathway for the R1234 PSC area. The $4.5 billion pipeline traverses 1,980km, transporting crude from Niger’s Agadem oilfields to Seme – an Atlantic port in Benin.

As a key economic driver, Niger’s oil industry is expected to remain the backbone of the country’s growth forecast for 2026 and beyond. The International Monetary Agency projects the country’s economic growth to reach 6.7% in 2026, driven by rising oil exports and infrastructure expansion. While political transitions have impacted the country’s investment climate, the country has set clear goals to expand crude production while accelerating the development of other key industries such as mining. For investors, this highlights a unique opportunity to support the growth of promising sectors.

“Niger is demonstrating how strategic infrastructure and resource potential can come together to unlock new energy frontiers. Projects such as the Niger-Benin Pipeline stand to support new investments in the country’s upstream sector by offering a direct route to market for Nigerien crude. As the country looks to expand production and attract new players to the market, clear policy direction could serve as a launchpad for exploration,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber.

At AEW 2026, Minister Tinni is expected to outline the country’s development strategy, providing insights into strategic investment opportunities across the entire economic spectrum. As competition for capital intensifies, Niger’s combination of resource potential and improving infrastructure offers a differentiated value proposition. The Minister’s engagement at this year’s conference will provide a platform to articulate this vision while reinforcing the country’s readiness to partner with global industry players.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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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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Guyana’s Next Wave of Offshore Projects Sets the Stage for Caribbean Energy Week Launch

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The Caribbean Energy Week 2027 launch in Georgetown on September 1 will highlight the multi-billion-dollar developments driving Guyana toward 1.7 million bpd and creating new opportunities across the energy value chain

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, August 6, 2026/APO Group/ –Guyana’s rapidly expanding offshore development pipeline will take center stage when government officials, operators, investors and service providers gather in Georgetown on September 1 for the official launch of Caribbean Energy Week 2027. As the country advances a series of multi-billion-dollar developments across the Stabroek Block, the launch event will provide an early look at the projects, partnerships and investment opportunities expected to define Guyana’s next phase of growth.

 

With more than 30 discoveries made to date and multiple projects under construction or progressing through development, Guyana is targeting oil production of 1.3 million bpd by the end of 2027 and 1.7 million bpd by 2030, up from approximately 900,000-910,000 bpd today. As exploration success transitions into long-term production growth, opportunities are expanding across upstream development, offshore infrastructure, engineering, logistics and oilfield services.

Among the most significant near-term milestones is the Uaru development, ExxonMobil’s fifth sanctioned project offshore Guyana, which is expected to achieve first oil in 2026. The $12.7 billion development will produce up to 250,000 bpd from approximately 800 million barrels of recoverable resources across the Uaru, Mako and Snoek fields, utilizing up to 76 development wells and an FPSO with storage capacity of two million barrels.

Production capacity will expand further through the Whiptail development, ExxonMobil’s sixth sanctioned project in Guyana. Targeting first oil in late 2027 or early 2028, the $12.7 billion project will unlock approximately 850 million barrels across the Whiptail, Pinktail and Tilapia fields through up to 72 development wells. Designed to produce 250,000 bpd, the development will utilize the Jaguar FPSO currently under construction by SBM Offshore.

Looking beyond the current construction pipeline, Guyana is already advancing the projects expected to sustain production growth toward its 2030 target. The Hammerhead development, approved in 2025, is expected to commence production in 2029 with capacity of 150,000 bpd, while the proposed Longtail development would combine the Longtail, Tripletail and Turbot discoveries into one of the country’s largest integrated offshore developments, with planned production of 1.5 billion cubic feet of gas per day and 290,000 bpd of condensate.

These projects illustrate the scale of Guyana’s long-term development pipeline and the breadth of opportunities emerging across the energy value chain. Beyond offshore production, continued investment will be required across subsea systems, floating production infrastructure, drilling, marine logistics, engineering services, gas infrastructure and local content development as successive projects move toward execution.

Caribbean Energy Week 2027 will host its in-country launch at the Guyana Marriott Hotel in Georgetown on September 1, 2026, bringing together government officials, investors, operators and industry stakeholders for an early look at the opportunities, priorities and partnerships that will shape the region’s energy future. To register, please visit https://apo-opa.co/4cql5i3

 

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

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South Sudan Oil & Power Returns as South Sudan’s Premier Investment Platform

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Returning for its seventh edition on November 24-25, South Sudan Oil & Power 2026 will bring together government, investors, operators and energy leaders to advance partnerships that unlock South Sudan’s energy potential and support nationwide economic development

JUBA, South Sudan, August 5, 2026/APO Group/ –South Sudan Oil & Power (SSOP) will return to Juba on November 24-25, 2026, reaffirming its position as the country’s official energy investment event and premier meeting place for stakeholders shaping South Sudan’s energy future. Fully endorsed by the Ministry of Petroleum, the seventh edition will convene senior government representatives, investors, international and national oil companies, financiers, service providers and development partners to advance investment across South Sudan’s energy sector.

Held under the theme “Resource Renaissance – Energy-Fueled Growth for a New Generation,” SSOP 2026 marks the return of the country’s flagship energy investment event at a pivotal moment for the industry. As South Sudan works to maximize the value of its natural resources, strengthen energy and export infrastructure and expand economic opportunities beyond the upstream sector, the conference will serve as a platform for securing the partnerships and investment needed to support long-term industrial growth, energy security and national development.

 

South Sudan’s oil sector is entering a new phase of recovery and investment, with production gains, renewed operational activity and infrastructure restoration driving momentum across the market. Operators are advancing field optimization and rehabilitation programs, with Greater Pioneer Operating Company recently recording its highest production in two decades at more than 60,000 barrels per day, while Sudd Petroleum Operating Company is pursuing production growth at Block 5A. Dar Petroleum Operating Company continues to expand activity across its producing assets. In March 2026, the company announced a discovery at the Al-Nahla field, improving production flows from Blocks 3 and 7.

 

Exploration represents another growth frontier for the country. While South Sudan holds up to 3.5 billion barrels of estimated reserves, approximately 90% of these resources remain undeveloped. The government seeks to raise these numbers by attracting investment across the entire oil value chain and facilitating greater exports.

 

With oil remaining the backbone of South Sudan’s economy, the government is prioritizing investment that sustains production growth, strengthens export resilience, develops local content and unlocks greater value across the energy value chain. SSOP 2026 will provide investors with direct access to South Sudan’s key energy stakeholders, including the Ministry of Petroleum, national oil company Nilepet and the country’s leading operators, while fostering engagement with African energy institutions and national oil companies, including South Africa’s South African National Petroleum Company, alongside the broader international investment community.

 

Building on the success of previous editions, SSOP has established itself as South Sudan’s leading platform for commercial engagement and strategic dialogue. The 2023 edition welcomed more than 600 delegates from 24 countries, including six government ministers, and resulted in five strategic agreements spanning upstream exploration, drilling capacity expansion, mining cooperation and regional energy collaboration. Bringing together stakeholders from across East Africa alongside partners from the U.S., China, Saudi Arabia, Canada, Egypt, Turkey and Norway, the conference reinforced South Sudan’s role as a regional investment destination and demonstrated its ability to translate dialogue into tangible commercial outcomes.

 

As South Sudan advances its long-term development agenda, SSOP 2026 will serve as a catalyst for new investment, strategic partnerships and regional cooperation. By bringing together government leaders, operators, investors and technology providers, the conference will help unlock the capital and expertise needed to transform South Sudan’s resource potential into lasting economic value.

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

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