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World Press Freedom Day marked with calls for unity and media safety

The event, organised by the Uganda Parliamentary Press Association (UPPA) with support from Parliament of Uganda attracted sharp commentary on the state of media freedom in Uganda, punctuated by both praise for democratic gains and concern over growing threats

Government officials, civil society leaders, and journalists gathered on Friday at Parliament to mark World Press Freedom Day, with a unified call for stronger protections for the media. This year’s global theme, “Freedom of expression in the face of the AI Revolution” highlights not only the evolving challenges posed by…

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United States (U.S.) Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to Peace and Partnership in the Southwest Region

The proposed significant expansion of the Port of Limbe has the potential to make it the deepest seaport in West and Central Africa, capable of accommodating mega vessels and expanding trade opportunities

From April 24–27, Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora completed his third visit to the Southwest Region, reaffirming the U.S. Embassy’s enduring commitment to peace, prosperity, and partnership with Cameroon.  The visit also highlighted the lasting friendship between the American and Cameroonian people, particularly via his visits with the Paramount Chiefs of…

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Turkey Strengthens Global Energy Influence with Strategic African Partnerships

Turkey is deepening its energy ties across Africa, launching new projects in Libya, Somalia and Senegal as part of a broader strategy to strengthen its role in the continent’s evolving energy landscape

Turkey is making bold strides in expanding its energy footprint, with a series of strategic moves aimed at securing long-term energy resources and boosting its global influence. The Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO), the country’s state-owned energy giant, is set to launch oil and gas exploration projects in Libya, aligning with…

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African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 to Host Africa-Europe Mining Cooperation Dialogue

African Mining Week 2025 will spotlight high-value investment opportunities within Africa’s mining value chain, with a special focus on deepening Africa-Europe cooperation

As home to 30% of the world’s critical minerals – resources essential to Europe’s Green Deal and broader energy transition goals – Africa is attracting heightened interest from European investors and institutions. Taking place from October 1–3, 2025 in Cape Town, African Mining Week – the continent’s premier mining event…

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    • Regional Private Equity, Securities, and Pensions Industry Leaders Sign Compact to Mobilize Domestic Capital
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Regional Private Equity, Securities, and Pensions Industry Leaders Sign Compact to Mobilize Domestic Capital

The Compact Marks a New Beginning for Local and Regional Investment to Enhance African Economic Prosperity

The Ghana Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (GVCA) (www.GVCA-Ghana.org), one of Africa’s foremost VC industry associations, has demonstrated its commitment to fostering domestic and regional capital mobilization to enhance economic growth and protect the continent against external shocks. The association’s approach, consistent with national and regional policies to encourage…

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African Mining Week 2025 to Feature Women in Leadership Forum

African Mining Week 2025 will spotlight gender inclusivity and the role of women in driving Africa’s mining transformation

As women take on increasingly influential roles in shaping the future of Africa’s mining sector, African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 – taking place from October 1–3 in Cape Town – will host a dedicated Women in Leadership Forum. This platform will bring together female leaders from across the mining value…

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Senegal’s Energy Minister to Open New Doors for Strategic Investment at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025

Minister Birame Soulèye Diop has confirmed his participation at African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies, as Senegal accelerates oil production, launches new gas projects and implements a bold 25-year economic and social development plan

Senegal’s dynamic ascent in the global energy sector will take center stage at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Invest in African Energies, as Minister of Energy, Petroleum and Mines, Birame Soulèye Diop, confirms his participation. Minister Diop’s presence underscores Senegal’s commitment to advancing investment-driven partnerships across oil, gas and renewables,…

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ConocoPhillips President for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) to Speak at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025

Steiner Vaage, President – Europe, Middle East and Africa at ConocoPhillips, will participate in the “Libya in Focus” session at the Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris, highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment to Libya’s evolving energy sector

Steinar Vaage, President – Europe, Middle East and Africa at ConocoPhillips, has been confirmed to speak at the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Forum (https://apo-opa.co/4d15jtk), taking place in Paris next month. Underscoring the strategic importance of Libya’s energy sector to global operators and ConocoPhillips’ ongoing commitment to the…

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The U.S.-Africa Energy Forum (USAEF) to Spotlight African Energy Opportunities, U.S.-Africa Collaboration

U.S. and African energy leaders will gather at the U.S.-Africa Energy Forum in Houston this August to drive investment, forge strategic partnerships and deepen American engagement in key African markets

The U.S.-Africa Energy Forum (USAEF) returns to Houston with a bold agenda focused on catalyzing American investment and innovation across Africa’s most dynamic energy markets. Designed as a high-impact platform for government and private sector dialogue, USAEF brings together African energy stakeholders and leading U.S. companies to accelerate project development,…

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Invest in African Energy 2026 Forum Confirmed for May 11–12 in Paris

The leading European platform for African energy investment returns to Paris on May 11–12, 2026, with a heightened focus on exploration, licensing rounds and seismic innovation, providing a critical platform for the entire energy exploration ecosystem

Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) is pleased to announce that the fourth edition of the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum will return to Paris on May 11–12, 2026, with a sharpened focus on frontier exploration, early-stage project development and upstream investment opportunities. Building on three highly successful editions,…