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G20 Energy Investment Forum to Unite Africa’s Top Finance, Insurance and Technology Leaders

Executives from Standard Bank, Vodacom Mozambique and Cēlendaire Capital will share insights on investment, infrastructure and strategic growth at the Johannesburg forum

Leaders from Africa’s finance, telecommunications and insurance sectors have been confirmed as speakers at the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum, hosted by the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) on November 21 in Johannesburg. The lineup features Dele Kuti, Global Head of Energy and Infrastructure at Standard Bank; Simon Karikari, CEO of…

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G20 Forum to Feature Green Energy, Carbon Leaders Amid African Energy Transition Drive

To make energy poverty history, Africa requires innovative financing and accelerated project development

Africa’s green energy sector is entering a period of rapid growth, driven by continental efforts to enhance power generation, support an energy transition and make energy poverty history. With over 620 trillion cubic feet of natural gas reserves and abundant solar and wind potential, the continent is well-positioned to use…

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Africa Finance Corporation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Joins African Energy Chamber G20 Forum Amid Bold Investment Drive in Africa

The AFC has been at the forefront of financing African energy and infrastructure projects

Samaila Zubairu, President & CEO of multilateral finance institution the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), has joined the African Energy Chamber’s G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum (https://EnergyChamber.org), where he is expected to spotlight the organization’s efforts to scale-up energy and mineral financing in Africa. Taking place November 21 in Johannesburg, South…

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S&P Global Ratings’ Samira Mensah Joins African Energy Chamber (AEC) G20 Forum as Africa Seeks to Close Investment Gap

Taking place November 21, the G20 Forum connects global capital to African projects, supporting Africa’s broader goals of making energy poverty history

With an energy finance gap estimated between $30 billion and $50 billion per year, Africa is pursuing diversified sources of financing to address this shortfall and advance strategic projects. Aligned with goals by the continent to make energy poverty history, the African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) upcoming G20 Africa Energy…

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G20 Investment Forum to Highlight Africa’s Energy Projects as Global Investment Priority

Leading global and African energy and finance executives will explore strategies to accelerate investment, de-risk capital and strengthen market access at the upcoming G20 African Energy Investment Forum

Ahead of the G20 Summit, the G20 African Energy Investment Forum, hosted by the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org), will convene top global and African energy and finance leaders to discuss how investment, innovation and partnerships can unlock Africa’s energy potential and drive sustainable economic growth. Scheduled for November 21…

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Broken Promises by Wealthy Nations: Africa Needs to Finance its Energy Addition then Transition (By NJ Ayuk)

African oil and gas producers should also seek to maximize their own capacities as they develop their own subsurface resources

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org). At ADIPEC this year, I was skeptical about participating in COP 30. African nations are heading to Brazil for COP 30 in Belem.  The United States, under President Donald Trump, has closed its office of climate diplomacy and will not be…

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Premier Invest to Highlight Africa’s Expanding Financial Footprint at G20 Investment Forum

In alignment with G20 priorities on infrastructure, trade and sustainable growth, René Awambeng, Founder of Premier Invest, will speak at the African Energy Chamber’s G20 African Energy Investment Forum

René Awambeng, Founder and Managing Director of Premier Invest, is set to speak at the upcoming G20 African Energy Investment Forum in Johannesburg, where global investors, policymakers and development institutions convene to advance the growth agenda aligned with G20 strategic priorities. His participation underscores a shift: Africa-based financial leadership engaging…

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South Africa’s Shale Gas Awakening Could Redefine Its Energy Future

As South Africa moves to unlock the vast potential of its onshore shale reserves, the African Energy Chamber calls for decisive action to transform the Karoo Basin into a cornerstone of the country’s energy security, industrial growth and just transition

The decision by South Africa to lift its long-standing moratorium on shale gas exploration represents a decisive moment for the country’s energy future. After more than a decade of uncertainty, the Karoo Basin – estimated to hold up to 200 trillion cubic feet of technically recoverable gas – may finally…

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United States (U.S.) Political Will, African Reforms Signal New Era for Energy Investment

Amid regulatory overhauls and renewed U.S. export finance, leaders at African Energy Week 2025 counsel that the moment to act on U.S.–Africa energy ties is now

U.S. political momentum and African regulatory reforms are converging to create what leaders at African Energy Week 2025 described as a strategic opening for U.S. investment in Africa’s energy sector. “This administration is unleashing opportunities,” said Mark Menezes, President & CEO of the U.S. Energy Association, pointing to the lifting…

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Angola’s Etu Energias Secures Structured Finance for Block 17/06

Etu Energias, Mauritius Commercial Bank and TotalEnergies Trading SA have signed a structured finance agreement to support the development of offshore Block 17/06

Angolan independent etu energias has finalized a structured disbursement agreement to finance capital expenditure and development activities for its 7.5% participating interest in Block 17/06, home to the Begonia project.  The agreement was signed by Edson Dos Santos, CEO, etu energias; Matthew Thomas, Senior Relationship Manager – Structured Debt, Mauritius…