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African Energy Chamber

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    • Oil & Gas Crucial for African Growth: The African Energy Chamber (AEC) Calls for Industry Support to Defend African Market
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Oil & Gas Crucial for African Growth: The African Energy Chamber (AEC) Calls for Industry Support to Defend African Market

The African Energy Chamber calls for the industry to stand against growing opposition from western agencies undermining the economic growth potential presented by Africa’s oil and gas industry

Africa’s oil and gas industry - critical for improving energy access, driving industrialization, spurring economic growth and achieving sustainable development - faces increasing opposition from environmental groups and financial institutions seeking to undermine its potential. With over 600 million people living without access to reliable energy, the continent must prioritize…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
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South Africa: President assents to Expropriation Bill

Section 25 of the Constitution recognises expropriation as an essential mechanism for the state to acquire someone’s property for a public purpose or in the public interest, subject to just and equitable compensation being paid

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Expropriation Bill which repeals the pre-democratic Expropriation Act of 1975 and sets out how organs of State may expropriate land in the public interest for varied reasons. The Bill, which has undergone a five-year process of public consultation and parliamentary deliberation, aligns…

Afrobarometer

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32 young African researchers build their data analysis skills at the 2025 Afrobarometer Summer School and Thematic Workshop

Afrobarometer's Summer School is an introductory-level analysis course that equips young African scholars with essential skills in research design, survey methodology, and data analysis

Thirty-two young African researchers from 14 countries are sharpening their research and analysis skills at the 2025 Afrobarometer (www.Afrobarometer.org) English-language Summer School and Thematic Workshop, hosted at the University of Cape Town in South Africa. More than half of the programme’s participants are women, underscoring Afrobarometer’s dedication to empowering women.…

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Ministers and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) to Convene at Invest Africa’s 12th Annual Mining Series

With demand for transition metals expected to grow fivefold by 2050 as the world shifts to cleaner energy, Africa’s mining sector will play a pivotal role in driving the global energy transition

Invest Africa (www.InvestAfrica.com), a leading pan-African trade and investment platform, is excited to announce Aon as the Headline Partner for its 12th Annual Mining Series alongside Mining Indaba 2025. With demand for transition metals expected to grow fivefold by 2050 as the world shifts to cleaner energy, Africa’s mining sector…

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South Africa: Minister Lamola extends congratulations to Mozambique’s Minister of Foreign Affairs

Ambassador Lucas served as Ambassador to South Africa since March 2023 and has been instrumental in deepening South Africa’s relations with the Republic of Mozambique

Minister Lamola has extended his congratulations to Ambassador Maria Manuela dos Santos Lucas on her appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation for the Republic of Mozambique. Ambassador Lucas served as Ambassador to South Africa since March 2023 and has been instrumental in deepening South Africa’s relations with the…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
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President Ramaphosa arrives in Davos for the World Economic Forum

The annual meeting is taking place from 20-24 January 2025 under the theme; “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age”

President Cyril Ramaphosa has this morning, 21 January 2025, arrived in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland where he will lead the South African delegation during the 55th World Economic Forum (WEF). The annual meeting is taking place from 20-24 January 2025 under the theme; “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age”. The meeting will convene…

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    • VFS Global’s new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival official platform goes live for 97 nationalities, including South Africa
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VFS Global’s new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival official platform goes live for 97 nationalities, including South Africa

Travellers applying through this platform can now skip the immigration queue at all international airports and seaports including Bali and Jakarta

Dedicated website https://IndonesiaVoA.VFSeVisa.id/ to complete the Indonesia e-VoA application Simple to use end-to-end online platform accessible from desktop and mobile Significant reduction in wait times at immigration upon arrival in Indonesia VFS Global (www.VFSGlobal.com), the world’s largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, has launched its…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
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President Ramaphosa leads delegation to the World Economic Forum

The WEF Annual Meeting is a valuable opportunity for South Africa to demonstrate its potential as a hub for global investments and its ongoing structural reforms

President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead the South African delegation to the 55th World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting that will take place from 20 to 24 January 2025 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland. The meeting, convened under the theme “Collaboration in the Intelligent Age”, will foster new partnerships and insights to shape…

African Energy Chamber

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Investing in African Energy: What to Expect at African Energy Week 2025

Taking place 29 September to 3 October, the event serves as the largest gathering of energy stakeholders on the continent, facilitating investment in strategic projects

Africa is on the precipice of accelerated growth, with major energy projects and untapped resources creating an attractive environment for project developers and financiers. With the continent’s energy demand projected to more than double by 2050 and fossil fuels expected to comprise up to 60% of the energy mix by…

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Investors and Deal-Makers - African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies’ Role in Unlocking Capital for Africa’s Energy Future

As Africa’s major oil, gas and energy projects progress in 2025, African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies will provide a key platform for stakeholders to connect, collaborate and drive investment across the continent’s diverse energy markets

African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025, scheduled for September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town, will serve as a critical platform for companies leading new and transformative projects across Africa’s oil, gas and renewable energy sectors. AEW’s focus on investment and deal-making will bring together energy…