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United Kingdom's (UK) Withdrawal from Mozambique Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Funding Is a Blow to African Energy Justice

The African Energy Chamber condemns the UK’s withdrawal of $1.15 billion from Mozambique LNG, highlighting how Western climate agendas undermine Africa’s urgent need for energy security and economic growth

The UK government’s recent decision to withdraw $1.15 billion in support from the TotalEnergies-led Mozambique LNG project is a concerning example of Western policy priorities undermining Africa’s development. Announced on Monday, the decision comes at a moment when global energy markets face unprecedented pressure. Yet, the UK appears more focused on…

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United Kingdom (UK) Offshore Expertise to Boost African Energy Projects, Sustainability

Industry leaders at the Wider African Energy Summit discussed how lessons from the UK Continental Shelf can help African projects reduce costs, integrate sustainability and develop local talent

Industry leaders highlighted how expertise developed in the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) can be leveraged to support Africa’s energy growth, extending beyond traditional oil and gas projects to include sustainability and technological innovation at the Wider African Energy Summit this week. Speaking during the summit, Thomas Sommerstad, Sales Specialist Global…

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Wider African Energy Summit (WAES): Africa’s Energy Transition is About Confidence, Not Charity

Speakers emphasized the need for a differentiated approach to Africa’s energy transition at the Wider African Energy Summit

With African energy demand projected to rise fourfold by 2040, Africa’s energy transition must take a differentiated approach. Speakers during the Wider African Energy Summit (WAES) underscored the need to move beyond relying on financial aid to instilling investor confidence across the continent, highlighting the role bankable projects play in…

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United Kingdom (UK) Expertise Could Unlock Africa’s Next Energy Boom and Low-Carbon Growth

At the Wider African Energy Summit, industry leaders highlighted the potential for UK technical and service expertise to accelerate African energy growth and streamline project delivery

The role of UK technical and service collaboration in Africa’s energy future was underscored at the Wider African Energy Summit (WAES) in Aberdeen on Tuesday, where operators and industry leaders emphasized the strategic value of North Sea engineering, offshore delivery experience and workforce training for Africa’s next phase of growth.…

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    • African Energy Chamber (AEC) Reaffirms Support for West African Energy Summit (WAES) 2025 Delegation Heads to Aberdeen
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African Energy Chamber (AEC) Reaffirms Support for West African Energy Summit (WAES) 2025 Delegation Heads to Aberdeen

Ahead of WAES 2025, NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, AEC, will visit Aberdeen on July 11 to deliver a keynote on African energy opportunities for the UK supply chain

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) – the leading voice of Africa’s energy industry – is proud to reaffirm its support for the West African Energy Summit (WAES), scheduled for November 18-19, 2025, in Aberdeen, Scotland. In the lead-up to the event, NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, AEC, will visit Aberdeen…

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    • South Sudan’s Former Petroleum Minister Calls for Africa Energies Summit to be Held in Africa
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South Sudan’s Former Petroleum Minister Calls for Africa Energies Summit to be Held in Africa

Focused on Africa, the summit should be taking place on African soil, bringing with it significant benefits to Africa’s business tourism and energy markets

South Sudan’s former-Minister of Petroleum Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth has called on Frontier to move the annual Africa Energies Summit to Africa, highlighting the critical value of hosting an Africa-focused event on African soil. As the voice of the African energy sector, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) strongly agrees with…

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    • Africa Energies Summit in London Must Prioritize Hiring Black Africans
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Africa Energies Summit in London Must Prioritize Hiring Black Africans

The African Energy Chamber believes firmly that Black Africans possess the expertise, leadership qualities, and vision required for positions at the highest levels within the Africa Energies Summit

In the evolving and competitive energy landscape of Africa, the Frontier and Africa Energies Summit in London holds a critical position, drawing substantial revenue from the continent's thriving markets. However, there is a glaring issue that the organization cannot afford to ignore: the lack of Black Africans in its workforce.…

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    • United Kingdom (UK) Looks to Deepen Energy Trade, Investment Ties with Africa
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United Kingdom (UK) Looks to Deepen Energy Trade, Investment Ties with Africa

Through new trade agreements, energy investments and development initiatives, the UK’s role in shaping the continent’s energy future will be a key focus at African Energy Week 2025 and within the G20 agenda

Trade relations between the UK and Africa are gaining momentum. Last month, UK Minister for Trade Policy and Economic Security Douglas Alexander visited South Africa and Botswana to strengthen trade ties and create opportunities for businesses on both sides. The UK aims to expand trade and investment across the continent,…

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Panel Highlights Africa’s Oil, Gas Investment Hotspots at Invest in African Energy Reception in London

Global energy companies and financial entities – Africa Oil Corp., Standard Bank and the Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority – discussed where global funds should flow and Africa’s pathway to enhanced energy project finance

Global energy companies and financial entities including Africa Oil Corp.,Standard Bank and the Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority (LPRA) addressed Africa’s premier energy sector opportunities at the Invest in African Energy reception in London on Thursday, organized by the African Energy Chamber (www.EnergyChamber.org). The reception affirmed rising interest in Africa’s energy…

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    • Premier Invest Highlights Milestone Oil & Gas Financing Partnership with Shell at Invest in African Energy Reception in London
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Premier Invest Highlights Milestone Oil & Gas Financing Partnership with Shell at Invest in African Energy Reception in London

As an African-owned investment banking and advisory firm, Premier Invest is aiming to bridge Africa’s oil and gas financing gap through strategic partnerships in the sector

Rene Awambeng, Managing Partner at investment banking and advisory firm Premier Invest, outlined Africa’s current oil and gas financing gap and strategies for unlocking global capital at the Invest in African Energy reception -organized by the African Energy Chamber (www.EnergyChamber.org) - in London on Thursday. Last month, Premier Invest signed…