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With Governmental Ancestral Offerings, Reconnek App Connects Those Affected by Transatlantic Slave Trade Back to Africa

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The Reconnek App is connecting those of African descent in the Diaspora back to the Motherland

LAS VEGAS, United States of America, March 8, 2023/APO Group/ — 

Reconnek, a new mobile app owned and published by tech giant NW Tech Capital, Inc. (OTC: NWTT) (www.NWTCapital.com) announced today its partnership with various governmental institutions on the continent of Africa to connect those affected by the transatlantic slave trade back to the motherland. Through ancestral offerings, the app provides a unique opportunity for individuals to discover and explore their roots and reconnect with their ancestors. The app is set to launch its DNA testing feature on April 26th, 2023. Genetic ancestral DNA testing will be provided by Roundtable Diagnostics (www.AamaniHealthcare.com), which will supply the app with DNA testing kits for Autosomal analysis, connecting the population group contributing to the ethnic mix of users in the diaspora.

Are you an African descendant living in the Diaspora? Do you feel disconnected from your roots and long for a deeper connection to your heritage? You’re not alone. Millions of people around the world are searching for ways to reconnect with their African culture and history. The Reconnek app (www.Reconnek.com) will explore how it can bridge the gap between Africa and its descendants in the Diaspora, allowing users to rediscover their shared past, present, and future. Join us as we embark on a journey of reconnection that will change lives forever!

The Reconnek app is an application offered in the Google Play store as well as the Apple App store. Reconnek is a place for people born in foreign communities to find each other in their new home city for tips, dates, jobs, and more. While also bridging the ancestral gap for those affected by the Transatlantic Slave trade back to their roots.

Reconnek Home Festival in Nigeria 

Reconnek’s partnership with governmental institutions aims to support the repatriation efforts of those affected by the transatlantic slave trade. Through the app, users can access information about their ancestry, including family history, migration routes, and cultural traditions. They can also connect with local communities and participate in cultural events and ceremonies. The objective is to reinforce the actions and measures securing the full enjoyment of economic, social, cultural, civil, and political rights of people of African Descent, and their full and equal participation in society.

The Reconnek App is a new tool that is helping to connect African descendants in the diaspora back to the Motherland. The app was created by two young entrepreneurs, who are of African descent. The app is still in its early stages, but it has already been used by thousands of people to reconnect with their roots.

The Reconnek App is based on the premise that many African descendants in the diaspora do not know where their ancestors came from. This is because the transatlantic slave trade tore families apart and erased much of Africa’s history. The app allows users to input their ancestor’s name and country of origin and then uses data from ships’ manifests and other historical records to try to match them up with an ancestor who was taken from Africa during the slave trade.

So far, the Reconnek App has been successful in connecting hundreds of people with their African ancestors. It is hoped that as more people use the app, it will help to close the gap between the diaspora and Africa and shed light on the hidden history of the transatlantic slave trade.

The efforts of the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC) an agency of the Nigerian state, and specifically the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and National Orientation, are responsible for the overall development of the country’s tourism. NW Tech Capital, Inc. hopes that with the new incoming administration Presidential elect Tinubu will honor previous working efforts to bring jobs to the youth and connect those in the diaspora.

We are excited to partner with governmental institutions to offer this unique opportunity for people to reconnect with their ancestral roots and discover their identity

“We are excited to partner with governmental institutions to offer this unique opportunity for people to reconnect with their ancestral roots and discover their identity,” said Cedric Yengo Founder of Reconnek. “Our app is designed to be accessible to everyone, regardless of their location, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to explore their heritage.”

The app’s features include a DNA ancestry test, which provides users with a breakdown of their genetic ethnicity, and a virtual reality experience that allows users to explore historical sites and cultural landmarks. The app also includes a community forum where users can connect with others and share their experiences.

Why the reconnection of one’s roots is important

There are many reasons why African diasporic peoples need to reconnect with their African roots. For one, it helps us to remember our history and where we come from. It also allows us to tap into a rich cultural heritage that can be used to enrich our lives today. Additionally, reconnecting with our African roots can help us to better understand the experiences of our ancestors and how they were able to overcome adversity. Finally, reconnecting with our African roots can help us to create a stronger sense of community and solidarity among people of African descent.

“Our partnership with Reconnek represents an important step in the ongoing efforts to address the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade,” said Folorunsho Coker the Director General of the Nigeria Tourism Development Corporation (https://apo-opa.info/3SV4ubr) “We believe that this initiative will help to foster greater understanding and empathy between different communities and contribute to a more inclusive and equitable future.”

Many challenges come with reconnecting with our African roots. For one, we may not have any connection to our African heritage. We may be the product of generations of diaspora, and our only connection to Africa may be through the histories and cultures that have been passed down to us. This can make it difficult to connect with our African roots on a personal level. Additionally, there may be language barriers that make it difficult to communicate with our African brothers and sisters. And finally, we may not have access to the resources that would help us reconnect with our African roots. But despite all these challenges, reconnecting with our African roots is important to work that must be done to heal the wounds of the past and build a better future for all Africans. There are many ways to reconnect with our African roots. One way is to learn about our history. This can be done by researching our ancestors, reading books about African history, and watching films that portray African culture. Another way to reconnect with our roots is to visit Africa. This can be done by taking a trip to the continent, attending an African cultural event, or meeting people of African descent who live in Africa. Finally, we can reconnect with our roots by celebrating our African heritage. This can include cooking traditional foods, listening to African music, and participating in traditional ceremonies and celebrations.

There are many benefits to reconnecting with our African roots. For one, it can help us to understand our history and where we come from. It can also give us a sense of pride and belonging and help us to connect with our culture. Additionally, it can help us to better understand our place in the world and how we can contribute to making it a better place for all.

“We are proud to partner with Reconnek in providing DNA testing kits for Autosomal analysis to those of African descent in the diaspora. Our mission has always been to provide accurate and reliable genetic testing services, and we are thrilled to contribute to this initiative to help individuals connect with their ancestral roots. We believe that this partnership will pave the way for greater understanding and inclusivity in our global community, and we look forward to the positive impact it will have.” – Kristin Oloso Chairperson of Roundtable Diagnostics.

Reconnek is now available for download on the App Store and Google Play. For more information about Reconnek and its partnership with governmental institutions, please visit the app’s website at (www.Reconnek.com).

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of NW Tech Capital Inc..

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Nigeria’s Upstream Reform Program Captures 40% of Africa’s Final Investment Decision (FID) Activity After a Decade on the Margins

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A government three-year review documents how executive action under President Tinubu reversed a decade of upstream decline

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, May 8, 2026/APO Group/ –Nigeria has gone from capturing 4% of Africa’s upstream final investment decisions (FIDs) to commanding 40% in two years, according to Nigeria’s Energy Sector Reforms 2023-2026: A Three-Year Review, published by the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Energy and spearheaded by Special Adviser Olu Verheijen. The $50 billion project pipeline now in development beyond 2026 points to sustained capital commitment at a scale not seen in the Nigerian upstream for at least a decade.

 

Between 2014 and 2023, Nigeria was among the continent’s weakest performers for upstream FIDs despite holding 37.5 billion barrels of proven oil reserves, the second-largest endowment in Africa. Algeria captured 44% of African upstream FIDs during that period, Angola held 26%, while Nigeria trailed Mozambique, Ghana, Senegal and Namibia. In the third quarter of 2022, crude production briefly dropped below one million barrels per day, as years of underinvestment, pipeline vandalism and regulatory ambiguity compounded each other. However, reforms instituted by Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu have dramatically turned this trend around. Through deliberate and coordinated steps, the government has reset the trajectory.

Addressing Fiscal Terms, Regulatory Scope and Contracting Speed

President Bola Tinubu’s administration moved simultaneously on fiscal terms and regulatory architecture. Policy directives in 2023 clarified the boundary of jurisdiction between the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), resolving an ambiguity that had complicated project sanctioning. Presidential Directive 40 introduced targeted tax incentives, and a separate Notice of Tax Incentives for Deep Offshore Production in 2024 was designed to draw international oil companies (IOCs) back into capital-intensive, long-cycle deepwater projects. The VAT Modification Order 2024 and Upstream Cost Efficiency Order 2025 addressed the cost structures that had rendered marginal projects uneconomic. NNPCL contracting timelines were compressed from 36 months to a maximum of six months.

Four Divestments Transferred Onshore Control to Indigenous Operators

In parallel, the administration deployed targeted security directives and accelerated ministerial consents for four IOC asset transfers. Renaissance acquired Shell’s onshore portfolio. Seplat Energy completed its acquisition of ExxonMobil’s Nigerian upstream interests. Oando took over from Agip, and Chappal acquired Equinor’s local assets. The four transactions totaled approximately $4 billion. The transfer of onshore and shallow-water blocks to indigenous operators contributed directly to production recovery. Output rose by approximately 400,000 barrels per day between 2023 and 2025 to reach 1.6 million barrels per day, the highest onshore production level in 20 years.

When a government rebuilds fiscal competitiveness and regulatory predictability at the same time, capital responds

Signed Projects Total $10 Billion, With a $50 Billion Pipeline Beyond

The reforms produced a concrete FID response from Shell and TotalEnergies. Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo) sanctioned the $5 billion Bonga North deepwater development in December 2024 and committed a further $2 billion to the HI Non-Associated Gas (NAG) project. TotalEnergies and NNPCL took a joint FID on the $550 million Ubeta gas field development in June 2024.

Together those three commitments account for more than $10 billion in signed investment after a decade of near-zero sanctioning activity. The pipeline beyond 2026 spans a further $50 billion across 11 projects including Bonga South West, Owowo, Usan and Erha. Nigeria approved 28 field development plans valued at $18.2 billion in 2025 alone, targeting an estimated 1.4 billion barrels of reserves.

“When a government rebuilds fiscal competitiveness and regulatory predictability at the same time, capital responds,” said NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber. “Nigeria has done both, and the FID numbers are concrete proof.”

The Counterfactual Illustrates How Much Was at Stake

The presentation includes a no-reform projection that puts the gains in context. Without intervention, total crude and condensate production was on track to fall from 1.371 million barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2022 to 579,000 by 2030. Under the reform trajectory, output reached 1.77 million barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2026, with a stated government target of 3 million barrels per day. Export gas utilization rose 39% over the same period, while domestic utilization grew by 7%.

The durability of these gains will be tested by two factors: whether the institutional architecture put in place under the Tinubu administration holds over the long term, and whether the deepwater commitments signed in 2024 and 2025 advance to execution on schedule. The project pipeline is large enough that partial delivery would still represent a generational shift in Nigeria’s upstream output profile.

 

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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Angola Strengthens Global Investment Drive Across Oil, Gas and Mineral Resources

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With sweeping reforms across the extractive sector, Angola is entering a new phase defined by transparency, regulatory modernisation, value addition, and international partnership

LONDON, United Kingdom, May 8, 2026/APO Group/ –At a defining moment in Angola’s economic transformation, the Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG) (https://CMAGAfrica.com), together with the Government of Angola and the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas of the Republic of Angola (MIREMPET), will convene global investors, policymakers, and industry leaders in London for the Angola Oil, Gas & Mining Investment Conference on 14 May 2026.

 

More than a conference, this gathering represents a strategic international engagement at a time when Angola is actively reshaping its economic future and positioning itself as one of Africa’s most compelling destinations for long-term investment in natural resources, infrastructure, and industrial development.

With sweeping reforms across the extractive sector, Angola is entering a new phase defined by transparency, regulatory modernisation, value addition, and international partnership. The country’s leadership is sending a clear message to global markets: Angola is open for investment and ready to build transformational partnerships that support sustainable growth and economic diversification.

This is not simply about resource development, it is about building long-term industrial growth, strengthening energy and mineral supply chains, and shaping Angola’s future

The event will be headlined by H.E. Diamantino Azevedo, Minister for Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas of Angola, whose leadership since 2017 has been central to advancing Angola’s mineral and hydrocarbons agenda. Under his stewardship, Angola has accelerated institutional reform, strengthened governance frameworks, promoted private sector participation, and prioritised sustainable resource development.

As global demand intensifies for critical minerals, energy security, and resilient supply chains, Angola is uniquely positioned to become a strategic partner to international investors and industrial economies. The country’s vast untapped mineral wealth, significant oil and gas reserves, expanding infrastructure ambitions, and commitment to economic diversification present a rare investment window for global stakeholders.

Speaking ahead of the event, Veronica Bolton Smith, CEO of the Critical Minerals Africa Group said:

“Angola stands at a pivotal point in its national development. The reforms taking place across the country’s extractive sectors are creating unprecedented opportunities for responsible international investment and strategic partnership. This is not simply about resource development, it is about building long-term industrial growth, strengthening energy and mineral supply chains, and shaping Angola’s future as a globally competitive investment destination. We believe this moment represents one of the most important opportunities for international partners to engage with Angola’s leadership and participate in the country’s next chapter of economic transformation.”

The event is expected to attract a distinguished international audience, including sovereign representatives, institutional investors, mining and energy executives, infrastructure developers, development finance institutions, and strategic partners seeking direct engagement with Angola’s leadership.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG).

 

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The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group Successfully Concludes Private Sector Roadshow in Baku

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Bringing together a diverse range of stakeholders, the Forum showcased IsDB Group services, activities, and initiatives across its 57 member countries, with particular emphasis on Azerbaijan

BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 7, 2026/APO Group/ –The Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDB) affiliates (www.IsDB.org) – namely the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC), the Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD), and the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) – in cooperation with the Islamic Development Bank Group Business Forum (THIQAH), organized the “IsDB Group Private Sector Roadshow” in Baku, Azerbaijan, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Export and Investment Promotion Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan (AZPROMO).

 

The high-profile event which took place on Thursday, 7th May 2026, at Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Economy, came as part of ongoing preparations for the upcoming IsDB Group Annual Meetings and Private Sector Forum (PSF 2026), scheduled to take place from 16 to 19 June 2026, under the high patronage of His Excellency President Ilham Aliyev, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

 

Bringing together a diverse range of stakeholders, the Forum showcased IsDB Group services, activities, and initiatives across its 57 member countries, with particular emphasis on Azerbaijan. It highlighted the Group’s ongoing support for private sector development and its efforts to stimulate promising investment and trade opportunities in the Azerbaijani market.

 

The event also served as a unique opportunity inviting the audience to participate actively in IsDB Group Annual Meetings and the Private Sector Forum (PSF 2026). The program included panel discussions and specialized workshops on ways to enhance economic partnerships and the role of IsDB Group’s institutions in supporting the needs of member countries. The spectra of services, solutions and financial tools were also presented, including lines and modes of Islamic financing, trade finance and trade development solutions, corporate private sector financing, as well as risk mitigation solutions plus investment insurance and export credit insurance services.

 

Keynote speakers, in their speeches, underlined strong commitment to deepening engagement with the private sector and fostering meaningful partnerships that drive sustainable economic growth in light of the upcoming IsDB Group Annual Meetings in Baku, all to showcase integrated solutions especially in Islamic finance, trade, investment, and risk mitigation while working closely and collectively with private sector partners to unlock new opportunities, support innovation, and empower businesses contributing to inclusive and resilient development across IsDB Group member countries.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDB Group).

 

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