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Fossil Fuels to Power 60% of Africa's Energy by 2040

A FAMAR-sponsored panel discussion at Angola Oil & Gas explored enhancing the value chain in Angola from crude to commerce

By 2040, up to 60% of the African energy matrix will be fossil fuel driven, Anibor Kragha, Executive Secretary of the African Refiners and Distributors Association remarked at a FAMAR-sponsored panel discussion during the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference on Thursday. This, he noted, highlights a fundamental need to…

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Libya’s Infrastructure Rebuild: Italian Expertise, Global Investment to Drive New Power, Transport and Water Projects

The Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening – taking place in Rome on September 23 – will showcase Libya’s current infrastructure drive and the role for Italian construction and engineering firms in the sector

As Libya seeks partners for rebuilding its critical infrastructure and supporting economic recovery, international companies, particularly from Europe and the Middle East, are invited to participate in the country’s reconstruction efforts through public-private partnerships and direct investment. The Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening – taking place in Rome on…

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    • Critical Minerals Africa Summit to Showcase Battery, Electric Vehicle (EV) Manufacturing Prospects
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Critical Minerals Africa Summit to Showcase Battery, Electric Vehicle (EV) Manufacturing Prospects

The summit will explore the latest projects and measures aimed at transforming Africa’s raw critical mineral producers into technological and industrial leaders

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Zambia – among the world’s top mineral producers – are currently spearheading the implementation of a Transboundary Battery and Electric Vehicle (EV) Special Economic Zone (SEZ) (https://apo-opa.co/4g2yhK7). The development of SEZs dedicated exclusively to battery and EV production aims to unlock new…

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    • Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 Technical Track to Target Low-Carbon Technologies, Accelerated Project Deployment
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Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 Technical Track to Target Low-Carbon Technologies, Accelerated Project Deployment

The Technical Track at Angola Oil & Gas 2024 will feature a series of technology-focused sessions, from fast-tracking upstream projects to reducing emissions across oil and gas operations

As the largest event of its kind, the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference takes place under a mandate to Drive Exploration and Development Towards Increased Production in Angola – the theme of the 2024 edition. This year will feature a Technical Track as part of the main conference agenda,…

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    • Commodity Trader Trafigura Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 as Gold Sponsor
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Commodity Trader Trafigura Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 as Gold Sponsor

Trafigura’s participation in the AOG 2024 conference underscores its commitment to enhance supply chains in Africa

Multinational commodity trader Trafigura will participate at the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 conference – scheduled for October 2-3 in Luanda – as a gold sponsor. The sponsorship during this year’s event demonstrates the company’s commitment to deploying infrastructure, market expertise and a regional logistics network to support production…

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Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) 2024 to Explore Lobito Corridor’s Role in Streamlining Mineral Trade

The Lobito Corridor serves as a blueprint for attracting fresh investments to advance infrastructure and mining developments

Multinational commodity trader Trafigura and Kamoa-Kakula entered a long-term agreement with the Lobito Atlantic Railway consortium to transport critical minerals via the Lobito corridor in February 2024. In addition, Canadian mining firm Ivanhoe Mines made its inaugural copper shipment from the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the DRC via the corridor,…

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Details of Transnet Draft Network Statement Shared at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024

Taking place March 17-19, SIDSSA promotes infrastructure investment across various segments of the economy

South African rail, port and pipeline company Transnet recently published its network statement, which details the functions of the infrastructure manager and the contractual agreements for private sector operators. The statement is a step towards introducing third-party access to South Africa’s rail network. Speaking during the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium…

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Six Connectivity Projects to Watch in Senegal

Senegal is investing heavily in infrastructure to promote transportation and economic growth and the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2023 conference – which is organized by Energy Capital & Power – will highlight investment and partnership opportunities within the west African country’s infrastructure segment

The Emerging Senegal Plan – a framework for the country’s economic and social policy – prioritizes infrastructure development and aims to drive long-term growth on the back of private investment. The strategy is divided into two phases, with the first relying on public investment-led growth and the second prioritizing private…

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Top 5 Sectors for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Angola

Rich in hydrocarbons, minerals and agricultural land, the Government of Angola has sought to diversify and expand private sector participation in the country’s economy

Angola represents a large market potential for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), serving as the sixth-largest economy in Africa. The country’s economy is largely driven by its oil sector, which contributes to approximately 50% of its GDP, 70% of Government revenue and over 90% of exports. However, the potential for FDI (https://apo-opa.info/45zscQo) transcends…

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    • Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2022 Panel Explores Regional Cooperation on African Oil and Gas Market Expansion
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Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2022 Panel Explores Regional Cooperation on African Oil and Gas Market Expansion

Sponsored by SONILS, a panel discussion held on the second day of AOG 2022 explored ways southern African countries can improve

Entitled ‘Regional Emergence: Oil and Gas Discoveries All Over the Region Change the Energy Narrative for Angola and its Neighbors,’ a panel discussion held during the second day of the 2022 edition of the Angola Oil & Gas conference and exhibition (https://bit.ly/3gQEXBx) in Luanda explored regional integration and collaboration by African countries…