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Southern Africa’s Frontier Energy Developments to be Unpacked at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024

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European investors will access projects across LNG, gas-to-power, energy storage and green hydrogen – and associated first-mover advantages in the region – at Invest in African Energy 2024 in Paris

PARIS, France, December 8, 2023/APO Group/ — 

Frontier developments in the southern African region will be on display at the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 forum in Paris, connecting European investors with Africa’s leading projects. The region is home to several new and emerging energy markets — namely, Mozambique, South Africa and Namibia – which offer first-mover advantages and access to transformative projects. These developments will be unpacked in further detail – and interested parties connected with the relevant project stakeholders – at the upcoming IAE 2024 in Paris next May.  

Mozambique

Mozambique has established itself as a major regional gas hub after exporting its first Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) shipment in November 2022 under a long-term purchase and sale contract with bp. The country’s natural gas reserves are among the largest in sub-Saharan Africa and have the capacity to ease Europe’s energy supply crunch. In addition to first production from the Coral Sul Floating LNG development, Mozambique has two other large-scale projects underway – ExxonMobil’s Rovuma LNG and TotalEnergies’ Mozambique LNG – which expect first gas in 2027 and 2028, respectively. Both projects offer myriad opportunities for contracting and procurement and could stimulate new gas trade deals between Mozambique and European partners.

To ensure that gas utilization goes beyond crude gas exports, Mozambique is also implementing gas-to-power infrastructure projects to meet regional energy demand. The planned Mozambique (Cabo Delgado) to South Africa (Richard’s Bay) Gas Pipeline will supply natural gas from the Rovuma Basin to South Africa, reducing the latter’s reliance on coal-fired power generation. The Nacala LNG-to-Powership project is another key power project underway, representing the first LNG-to-power solution and floating storage regasification unit in eastern and southern Africa. Accordingly, the sector is ripe with opportunity for European investors, project developers and technology providers when it comes to grid innovation and alternative power solutions.

The region is home to several new and emerging energy markets—namely, Mozambique, South Africa and Namibia–which offer first-mover advantages and access to transformative projects

South Africa

South Africa represents a highly prospective oil and gas market, with 15 projects in the pipeline between 2023 and 2027, aimed at exploiting the country’s estimated 27 billion barrels of crude oil and 60 trillion cubic feet of natural gas. Several projects target energy storage in particular – which South Africa urgently needs to achieve a more stable energy supply – such as the 94,000-barrel Richards Bay III Oil Storage and 189,000-barrel Nelspruit Oil Storage facilities. Energy storage represents an attractive opportunity for investors, as it protects against inflation, leverages sustainable energy infrastructure and has the potential to generate significant returns in a relatively short period of time compared to traditional infrastructure. 

Several field developments are also underway, providing opportunities for drilling companies and subcontractors. The Amersfoort Field Development is set to drill 20 wells in the region, coupled with the construction of the Amersfoort gas-to-power project that uses the gas produced to power a containerized generator that will be integrated with the national grid from 2024. The Virginia Phase 2 project is another strategic integrated project set to produce commercial quantities of LNG and liquid helium for global export, while the Port of Ngqura FLNG project will involve the installation of a floating storage and regasification unit, gas-to-power infrastructure, cryogenic pipelines and terminal for the processing, storing, on-site exploitation and distribution of gas acquired from the country’s on– and offshore fields.

Namibia

A rapid succession of five major oil discoveries in the offshore Orange Basin has catapulted Namibia to the global exploration spotlight and attracted the attention of major operators. Ongoing and planned drilling activities in 2024 include a 10-well exploration and appraisal program from Shell in PEL 39, a four-well appraisal and exploration program from TotalEnergies in Blocks 2913B and 2912, a two-well campaign from Galp Energy in PEL 83 and a 12-well exploration and appraisal program from ReconAfrica in PEL 73. With a flurry of upstream activity, Namibia offers associated opportunities for drilling, EPC and other technical contractors.

In addition to being one of Africa’s leading oil and gas frontiers, Namibia has emerged as an upcoming green hydrogen hub. The country is commissioning sub-Saharan Africa’s largest green hydrogen production plant, led by Hyphen Hydrogen Energy and capable of producing 300,000 tons of green hydrogen and/or ammonia. The development will also feature wind and solar plants with a combined capacity of 7 GW. Given Europe’s interest in supporting clean energy solutions in Africa, green hydrogen is a highly prospective opportunity for European investors to engage with in Namibia. 

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

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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.

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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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