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The signing of the memorandum of understanding by Sasol and the Central Energy Fund mark a historic moment in South Africa’s Road to accelerated natural gas development and utilization.

Speaking at the first-ever OPEC Ministerial Roundtable discussion on Energy, Climate and Sustainable Development, African Energy Chamber advisory board member, Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani, emphasized Africa’s energy needs and the approach needed for climate change mitigation that ensures energy poverty eradication.

Discussed in a collaborative virtual meeting at OPEC’s Ministerial Roundtable on Energy, Climate and Sustainable Development, industry leaders emphasized the role that natural gas and developed countries will play in Africa’s energy transition.

Angola’s National Oil Company (NOC) Sonangol has responded to the changing global financial landscape by accelerating its restructuring program and exploring new financial solutions that meet the requirements of today’s international debt market.

OPEC Secretary General H.E. Mohammed Barkindo met with APPO Secretary General Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim in Brazzaville to discuss the role of hydrocarbons and bilateral cooperation in Africa’s energy transition.

Representing the most recent state to join OPEC, the Republic of Congo is consolidating its role as a regional oil producer and exporter by committing to strengthening collaboration and driving associated investment.

The recent state visit by OPEC Secretary General H.E. Mohammed Barkindo to Congo-Brazzaville has reaffirmed the role of oil in Africa’s energy future.

Welcomed by hydrocarbons minister, H.E. Bruno Jean Richard Itoua, Secretary General of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Mohammed Barkindo arrived in Congo-Brazzaville on 22 August 2021, marking OPEC’s first historical state visit to the recent member state.

Representing the organization’s first visit to the Congo, Mohammed Barkindo will lead a delegation from OPEC, promoting collaboration as well as the potential of the country’s hydrocarbon sector.  

The African Energy Chamber is honoured to be among key renowned African energy advocates awarded the Energy & Corporate Africa Leadership Award by Energy & Corporate Africa in Houston, Texas. The African Leadership Awards aim to acknowledge and celebrate key advocates in the industry that continue to shape and empower communities.