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Natural Gas and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG): Building a Bridge to African Energy Security and Prosperity (By NJ Ayuk)

By expanding LNG and domestic uses, nations can drive growth, cut emissions, and assert their energy independence

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org). Africa is awakening to the power of its natural gas reserves, recognizing that among its many resources, natural gas offers a reliable and expedient track to economic growth and energy independence. In our “State of African Energy: 2026 Outlook Report," the…

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From Gorée to Energy Sovereignty: Africa’s Path to Energy Independence

At the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference in Dakar, African energy leaders explored the continent’s energy future, highlighted by a reflective site visit to the historic Gorée Island

Africa is at a crossroads. The continent is rich in resources, brimming with potential, and finally taking control of its own destiny. Nowhere was this clearer than at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference in Dakar, Senegal, held December 8-10, which brought together governments, investors, energy companies and…

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African Energy Chamber (AEC) Announces Working Visit to Senegal Amid Regional Energy Transformation

The visit comes ahead of the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference, supporting global partnerships and showcasing emerging opportunities

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/)– the voice of the African energy sector – will embark on a working visit to Senegal on 12-14 November, aimed at strengthening partnerships, attracting new investment and supporting the continued growth of the regional energy sector. Led by Executive Chairman NJ Ayuk, the AEC…

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Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Wins Gas Monetization Strategy of the Year Award at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025

For strengthening Senegal and Mauritania’s energy security and industrial growth, the cross-border GTA conventional gas development has been awarded the Gas Monetization Strategy of the Year Award

The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) conventional gas development has been awarded the Gas Monetization Strategy of the Year award at this year’s African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference, recognizing its pioneering role in transforming the MSGBC Basin into a globally significant gas-exporting region. The accolade celebrates…

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Woodside Energy Honored as International Local Content Champion at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025

The award recognizes Woodside Energy’s ongoing commitment to developing local skills, building capacity and forging strategic partnerships, centered around its landmark Sangomar field development in Senegal

Woodside Energy has been recognized as International Local Content Champion of the Year by African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies, honoring its sustained commitment to building local capacity, fostering skills transfer and empowering communities across Africa. The award highlights the company’s strategic efforts to ensure that local people…

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Senegal to Review Oil, Gas Codes Ahead of MSGBC 2025

The revisions will target enhanced transparency, local content and socioeconomic development in Senegal

Birame Souleye Diop, Minister of Energy and Mines of Senegal, has announced the country will review its oil and gas codes ahead of the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition – taking place in Dakar from December 9-10. The announcement was made during a press briefing at…

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African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 Opening Fireside Chat Underscores Africa-First Approach to Gas Development

With a rise in gas monetization projects across West Africa, there lies a significant opportunity to address the continent’s energy challenges through domestic gas

An opening fireside chat held during the opening ceremony of the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference showcased the value of an Africa-first approach when it comes to the continent’s gas developments. Ministers from Senegal and Ghana discussed how recently-launched projects stand to drive sustainable growth…

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Senegal’s Ministry of Energy Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 as Diamond Partner Amid Rising Oil and Gas Success

Senegal’s Ministry of Energy, Petroleum and Mines joins AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 as a Diamond Partner, highlighting the country’s growing role in Africa’s evolving energy sector

Having recently emerged as a major oil and gas producer in West Africa, Senegal’s Ministry of Energy, Petroleum and Mines will participate as a Diamond Partner at this year’s African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference - taking place from September 29 to October 3 in Cape…

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Woodside Energy Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 as Bronze Partner on the Heels of Sangomar Crude Delivery and New Reserves Additions

Woodside Energy joins AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 as a Bronze Partner, highlighting its successful Sangomar Phase 1 startup offshore Senegal and continued commitment to safe, high-impact, locally embedded upstream development in Africa

Global energy company Woodside Energy will participate as a Bronze Partner at this year’s African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025, taking place from September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town. The partnership comes as the company advances upstream growth in West Africa, following the successful startup…

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The Treaty on Plastics is a Direct Attack on African Development - African Nations Must Oppose It

The Treaty on Plastics poses significant harm for oil and gas producing nations in Africa and stands to stifle economic and industry growth across the continent

The second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on the Treaty on Plastics is currently being held in Geneva, Switzerland, with over 170 nations meeting to discuss the implementation of a legally-binding instrument on plastic pollution. If signed, the treaty would cut the production levels of…