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African Energy Chamber
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North Africa’s Growing Energy Influence - Key Projects and Investment Opportunities

As North Africa advances transformative oil & gas, hydrogen and renewable energy projects, African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies will showcase the region's pivotal role in shaping the future of global energy and driving investment opportunities

North Africa has long been a key player in the global energy arena, and its role is set to expand as the region advances in oil and gas, hydrogen and renewable energy. From exploration and production to innovative investment opportunities, North Africa’s energy landscape is evolving, with both mature and…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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Desert to Power: The African Development Bank Group, Eritrea sign agreement for 12 MW mini-grid project

To build local capacity and ensure project sustainability, 25 local companies will be trained and equipped with tools and machinery

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and Eritrea have signed an agreement for $19.5 million in grant funding for the Desert to Power Eritrea 12MW Mini Grid Project. Eritrea’s Minister of Finance and National Development, who is also the Bank Group Governor for the country, Dr. Ghiorghish Teklemichae, signed on…

Energy Capital & Power

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    • Anibor Kragha, Executive Secretary and CEO of the African Refiners and Distributors Association
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African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to Speak at Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025, Downstream Projects in Focus

Anibor Kragha, Executive Secretary and CEO of the African Refiners and Distributors Association, will participate as a speaker at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum this March in Brazzaville

The Republic of Congo’s commitment to reducing imports and driving electrification has positioned the country at the forefront of a robust intra-African oil and gas industry. As Africa undertakes a strategic approach to harmonizing fuels standards, coordinating regional regulations and expanding an inclusive downstream sector, Anibor Kragha, Executive Secretary and…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • Group photo following the meeting with the Prime Minister. Left to right: Olivier Beguy, African Development Bank resident country economist; Solomane Koné, the Bank Group’s acting Director General; Anatole Collinet Makosso, Prime Minister; and Célestine Mengue, agricultural projects officer at the African Development Bank
    • A handshake between the Prime Minister of the Republic of the Congo, Anatole Collinet Makosso, and the Bank’s acting Director General, Solomane Koné
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Congo and the African Development Bank celebrate the strengthening of their strategic partnership for inclusive and sustainable development

The Bank Group’s mission to Congo explored new funding opportunities for key sectors, including energy, digital infrastructure, and roads

Talks held by the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) in the Republic of Congo from 24 - 28 February 2025 marked a significant step forward in strengthening the strategic partnership between the Bank and the Central African country. Led by Solomane Koné, Acting Director General for Central Africa, the discussions…

African Energy Chamber

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Africa’s Oil & Gas Sector hires lobbying firm to push African issues in Washington and the Trump administration

Stryk Global Diplomacy will coordinate efforts between African and U.S. players to attract greater investment across the African oil and gas value chain

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) – representing the voice of the African energy sector – has enlisted international consulting firm Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD) to support oil and gas engagement between the U.S. and Africa. This collaboration will not only ensure that Africa’s energy interests are effectively represented in U.S.…

Energy Capital & Power
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Centrale Électrique du Congo (CEC) Joins the Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 as Gas Turbine Overhaul Nears Completion

The Congo Energy & Investment Forum taking place in Brazzaville next month will feature Gianmaria Pozzoli, Director General of state-owned Centrale Électrique du Congo, as a speaker

With maintenance nearing completion on one of the three turbines at the 484 MW gas-fired Centrale Électrique du Congo (CEC) power plant, the Republic of Congo’s state-owned electricity company is strengthening its role in driving electrification and industrial growth. In 2024, CEC achieved its highest production year, generating 2.39 TWh…

Energy Capital & Power

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    • Christoffer Ek, Director for Decarbonization Services at Wärtsilä Energy
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Wärtsilä Energy Joins Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 as Africa Pursues New Power Capacity

Christopher Ek, Director of Decarbonization Services at Wärtsilä Energy, will speak at the Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris, as the company plays a key role in Africa’s energy transition and strengthening power supplies

Christoffer Ek, Director for Decarbonization Services at Wärtsilä Energy, will join the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum 2025 in Paris this May, bringing his expertise in sustainable energy solutions and decarbonization technologies to the forefront of Africa’s energy transition. Wärtsilä Energy, a global leader in smart technologies and services…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
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Improved school infrastructure key for new curriculum – MPs

The Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi tasked the Ministry of Education and Sports to give continuous updates to Parliament on the progress of the new lower secondary school curriculum, and implementation of the proposed new A-Level curriculum

Government is urged to invest in Information Communication Technology (ICT) and science laboratories to improve student output and performance under the new lower secondary school curriculum. While responding to a statement by the Minister for Education and Sports on the new grading system for the new curriculum, the Shadow Minister…

African Energy Chamber

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The Future of Africa's Energy Sector: Balancing Fossil Fuels and Renewables (By NJ Ayuk)

Africa accounts for 3.3% of the global power generation, with a total power generation of over 980 terawatt hours

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (www.EnergyChamber.org). There’s a promising future for African renewables as the continent strives to balance its current reliance on fossil fuels. That’s the prediction of the African Energy Chamber’s 2025 Outlook Report on the State of African Energy. As I have said before,…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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National Workshop on the Business Model for The Electrification of Public Institutions (Education and Health) in Nigeria

The aim of this important meeting is to present to the various stakeholders the results of feasibility studies for the electrification of 15 health centers and colleagues in the states of FCT, Nasarawa and Niger using solar photovoltaic technology

More than thirty participants from the Federal Ministries of Energy, Health, Education, Budget and agencies specializing in the energy sector in Nigeria met this Thursday, February 20, 2025 in Abuja on the initiative of ECOWAS, as part of the implementation of the Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project (ROGEAP). The aim…

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