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Afreximbank Underwrites US$2.5-billion in a US$4-Billion Syndicated Term Loan for Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Free Zone Enterprise (FZE)
The transaction marks a major milestone for DPRP, Africa’s largest refinery and petrochemical complex with a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is pleased to announce that it has underwritten US$2.5 billion in the US$4-billion senior syndicated term loan in favour of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and
Energizing Education – African Development Bank Powers Eight Nigerian Universities with 36.5 MW Solar Hybrid Stations
Female STEM interns inspect solar panels installed at Nigeria’s Federal University of Lafia as part of Phase III of the Energising Education Programme,
DRC Mining Week returns to Africa’s largest copper and cobalt hub, setting the stage for strategic growth
The 2026 programme will feature high-level conference sessions, strategic roundtables, technical workshops and an international exhibition showcasing cutting-edge mining technologies and services The organisers of DRC Mining Week, the region’s longest-running and most influential mining platform, have unveiled what it will focus on in June this year, including an expanded
Energizing Education – African Development Bank Powers Eight Nigerian Universities with 36.5 MW Solar Hybrid Stations
Female STEM interns inspect solar panels installed at Nigeria’s Federal University of Lafia as part of Phase III of the Energising Education Programme,
Regional Experts Converge to Advance Energy Access and Transition in West and Central Africa
Two-Day Workshop “Powering Africa’s Rise: From Renewable Wealth to Industrial Strength” Concludes with Bold Commitments to Accelerate SDG7 Dakar, Senegal – 11 December 2025: Development partners, private-sector actors, and UNDP energy experts from across 25 countries, mostly from West and Central Africa, have concluded a two-day high-level workshop to shape the
Afreximbank Underwrites US$2.5-billion in a US$4-Billion Syndicated Term Loan for Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Free Zone Enterprise (FZE)
The transaction marks a major milestone for DPRP, Africa’s largest refinery and petrochemical complex with a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is pleased to announce that it has underwritten US$2.5 billion in the US$4-billion senior syndicated term loan in favour of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and
African Development Bank Group to invest $58 million to expand clean electricity and support rural economic growth in Eritrea
The African Development Bank Group has approved, on 18 February, $58.04 million to expand access to reliable and clean electricity across three towns in the Eritrea’s southwest Gash Barka region. Under the Eritrea Energy Integrated Project for Tesseney, Kerkebet and Berantu, the Bank Group will provide an African Development Fund
Africa’s Energy Future Cannot Be Built on Exclusion
As Africa’s oil and gas sector expands, the African Energy Chamber is demanding investment that guarantees African participation, rejects discrimination
Africa’s storage moment: Why end-to-end solutions are shaping the next phase of renewable growth
Africa’s renewable energy expansion is accelerating, led by solar deployment across East, West, and Southern Africa. Yet as generation capacity
Angola’s Gas Pivot: From Associated Volumes to a Multi-Market Future
Angola is accelerating the shift from associated gas reinjection toward non-associated gas development, LNG optimization and domestic demand growth –
Gabon’s new Mining Minister Sosthène Nguema Nguema to prioritise High-Growth mining opportunities during Mining Indaba
Minister Nguema Nguema, an environmental engineer and former Minister of Oil and Gas is expected to bring a pragmatic approach to the sector with investor attraction a core focus Following his appointment by President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on January 1, 2026, the newly appointed Minister of Mines and Geological
West Africa’s Major Energy Stakeholders to Lead on Clean Energy Conversation
The Summit will mobilise finance and support deeper collaboration across the ECOWAS regional integration agenda and Ghana’s ambition to be a regional energy distribution hub Ghana’s Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has been confirmed as Patron of the West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit (WAECS), to be held in Accra
South Africa – Third annual uYilo e-Mobility Summit clears the way for Africa’s electric future
The continent’s diversity in energy systems, industrial capacity and regulatory readiness must become a source of collective strength Experts in new energy vehicles, along with industry leaders, academics, and specialists, are gathering in Gqeberha to share valuable insights on industry innovations and initiatives – particularly those focused on decarbonising the
Suriname to Host First Caribbean Energy Week, Driving Regional Investment and Collaboration
Caribbean Energy Week unites industry leaders from Suriname, Guyana, Trinidad and the region on March 30 – April 1, 2026, in Paramaribo, as Suriname prepares to become an oil producer in the coming years Caribbean Energy Week (CEW), a new three-day conference dedicated to driving resources investment and cooperation across
RECRUITMENT NOTICE – SENIOR CONSULTANT
The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE), with the support of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), is issuing a call for applications for the recruitment of a Senior Consultant. The selected consultant will provide specialized technical support to women entrepreneurs leading Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the clean energy sector across West
Achieving sustainable development in Africa’s oil and gas sector : Charting the Course – Who Dares, Wins!
Achieving sustainable development in Africa’s oil and gas sector demands collaborative action from all stakeholders By Labi Ogunbiyi. The African continent stands at a pivotal juncture in the global energy sector, with abundant oil and gas reserves offering immense potential for economic growth. However, while the continent holds significant promise, navigating
OGV Group to Position Aberdeen as Gateway for African Energy Deals at West African Energy Summit (WAES) 2025
Aberdeen’s OGV Group will host the West African Energy Summit 2025, uniting global energy leaders to drive investment, innovation and strategic partnerships across Africa’s rapidly expanding energy sector Aberdeen will host the West African Energy Summit (WAES) from November 18-19, 2025, positioning the city as a global hub for service
China is sending a fleet of electric mining trucks to Zambia
China has sent a fleet of fully electric mining trucks to a copper mining project in Zambia. This is a significant step in the field of green mining, as this delivery includes 31 innovative vehicles, marking, according to experts, the first deployment of electric mining trucks in an African project.
Energizing Education – African Development Bank Powers Eight Nigerian Universities with 36.5 MW Solar Hybrid Stations
Female STEM interns inspect solar panels installed at Nigeria’s Federal University of Lafia as part of Phase III of the Energising Education Programme, financed by the African Development Bank Group. At Nigeria’s Federal University in Lafia, in the north-central part of the country, a new solar hybrid project financed by
Electric Mining Equipment in Africa: Technological Revolution or Risky Bet?
Long dominated by diesel-powered machinery, Africa’s mining equipment fleet is beginning to evolve. Driven by rising energy costs, environmental requirements, and the ESG objectives of major mining companies, electric and hybrid mining equipment is increasingly gaining attention. But is this transition truly suited to Africa’s operational realities? 1. Why the
Safety and Security: A Strategic Pillar for the Energy and Mining Sectors in Africa
In the energy and mining sectors, safety and security are no longer limited to regulatory compliance or operational risk management. They have become major strategic issues, on a par with economic performance, energy access, and the energy transition.In Africa, where many projects are located in remote, sensitive, or politically complex
How Does It Work? A Hydroelectric Dam: From Water to Electricity
When Water Becomes a Source of Energy Hydropower is one of the oldest renewable energy sources used in Africa. Major rivers such as the Congo, the Nile, the Niger and the Zambezi offer enormous potential that remains largely underexploited. But how does a dam actually transform the power of water
ECOWAS Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE)
The objectives of ECREEE: The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) is a Specialized Agency of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, responsible for the development and promotion of renewable energy and energy efficiency. The objectives of ECREEE are: ECREEE plays a direct role in realizing
Mission 300 is Powering Africa – Connecting 300 million People to Electricity
An Overview of Mission 300 Access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy is critical for powering economies, delivering essential services, and spurring job creation for Africa’s growing population. With nearly 600 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa living without access to electricity, Mission 300 is an ambitious initiative to connect 300
Celebrating this Year’s 20 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars
As Africa’s energy sector continue to grow, the 20 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars celebrates innovation and leadership across the sector. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) proudly announces this year’s 20 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars, celebrating the visionaries shaping Africa’s energy future. The 20 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars represent
Western Mining Railway Line: Algeria Builds a Strategic Corridor for Gara Djebilet and Mining Logistics Toward West Africa
With the Western Mining Railway Line, Algeria is embarking on one of the most structuring infrastructure projects of its mining and industrial strategy. Stretching over 950 km, connecting Béchar to Gara Djebilet via Béni Abbès and Tindouf, this heavy railway line is designed to unlock one of Africa’s largest iron
Renewable Energy Hits Record Highs, but the World Falls Behind on 2030 Targets
As countries’ renewable energy capacities reach record levels, they remain insufficient to meet the targets set for 2030, according to a new report released Tuesday ahead of the United Nations Climate Conference (COP30), which will be held in Brazil next month. The report, titled Delivering the UAE Consensus: Tripling Renewable
