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Natural Gas and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG): Building a Bridge to African Energy Security and Prosperity (By NJ Ayuk)

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By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org).

Africa is awakening to the power of its natural gas reserves, recognizing that among its many resources, natural gas offers a reliable and expedient track to economic growth and energy independence.

In our “State of African Energy: 2026 Outlook Report,” the African Energy Chamber (AEC) details how the energy matrices of several gas-producing nations are pivoting from holding gas back as mainly an export product to building gas-centric domestic markets.

We regard this crossover not as some hopeful economic gamble, but as an essential step that all gas-producing nations on the continent must take if Africa is to benefit fully from its fossil fuel reserves and build up true self-reliance — without apology — just as the developed nations of the world did when it was their time.

As our report makes clear, domestic gas demand in Africa is ready to surge in the coming years, driven primarily by rising power needs. At this pivotal juncture, several African nations serve as prime case studies on how forward-looking investments in gas production can power whole industries, create new jobs, and stabilize grids in places where such improvements are desperately needed. Additionally, their stories exemplify how, amid a global energy transition, natural gas will serve as a bridge fuel that will power Africa into its own sustainable future.

Angola’s Gas Renaissance: From Exports to Domestic Growth

In Angola, the oil and gas sector has seen its economic footprint shrink over the last decade amid declining output. Regardless, Angolan policymakers are well aware of the vast untapped value in the country’s gas reserves, and recent industry moves reflect a commitment to realizing their potential.

Angola’s journey into the global gas arena began with the construction of the Angola LNG liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility in 2008. This transformed associated gas (gas found in wells alongside crude oil), which was previously flared or reinjected, into exportable LNG — slashing upstream emissions in the process.

The raw natural gas (or feedstock) that is processed and liquefied to produce LNG initially came from key offshore blocks operated by ExxonMobil, Total, and Eni/BP, and was augmented later with gas from other blocks operated by Eni/BP and Chevron. Though half of the associated gas produced in Angola today is still reinjected into wells to maintain pressure and enhance oil recovery, recent progress — like the December 2024 achievement of first gas from the Sanha Lean Gas project — aims to boost supply volumes to the Angola LNG plant.

Angola has also begun to pivot toward non-associated gas fields in areas like the Lower Congo basin. The New Gas Consortium, a joint venture headed up by Azule Energy, is targeting numerous developments on multiple blocks that are expected to ramp up LNG capacity by 2026.

Post 2010 exploration in the southern Kwanza Basin offshore led to giant non-associated gas discoveries. While exciting, we at AEC are frustrated that those finds remain stranded due to a lack of gas export infrastructure in the area and the high cost and difficulty of deepwater drilling where they’re located.

The Kaminho project, which targets condensate-rich pre-salt discoveries in the Cameia and Golfinho fields, is the first operation under development in block 20 of the Kwanza basin. Condensate/light oil recovery is the current priority at the site, and the extent of development will depend on the completion of the Kaminho floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) unit expected in 2028. As our report speculates, the possibility of a network between Kaminho and the appraisal programs at the Lontra, Zalophus, and Bicuar fields in the same region could encourage development of gas transport infrastructure leading to Angola LNG at Soyo or central Angola.

The Angolan government seeks to expand its pipeline network, which may involve gas evacuation from Cameia-Golfinho to the coastal point of Caboledo and an onshore pipeline to Luanda and Soyo to satisfy local demand, but project costs and the necessary transportation tariffs are holding up investment. Funding for such developments could potentially come from upstream firms or international banks with added tax breaks to make them viable.

In the long term, gas blowdown operations at maturing oil fields in the Congo Fan could also supply Angola LNG, leveraging existing midstream infrastructure for extended production into the 2030s.

Domestically, Angola is allocating more gas to power generation, with supplies feeding the 750-megawatt (MW) Soyo combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant that has been balancing hydropower fluctuations since its start in 2018. But ambitions extend further: the Angola Gas Master Plan calls for fertilizer (ammonia) and methanol facilities by 2030, which would spur a massive increase in gas demand. The proposed ammonia plant, set for construction in 2025 and operations by 2027, could demand up to 80 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d) by 2035. Power expansions and conversions from oil will also drive demand, while opportunities in petrochemicals, direct gas exports, or mining electrification could diversify use.

By integrating LNG exports with local needs, Angola exemplifies how Africa can benefit from its resources while encouraging economic diversification and reducing dependence on imports.

Emerging LNG Exporters: Mauritania and Senegal’s Shared Success

Shifting north, Mauritania and Senegal have stepped into the LNG scene. They became exporters in 2025 with the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) project, a shared deepwater startup. This cross-border venture, featuring subsea infrastructure, an FPSO, and a floating LNG (FLNG) unit, has already generated approximately 3,000 local jobs and engaged roughly 300 domestic companies.

In 2015, developers overcame unitization hurdles through discussion, arriving at equitable terms, including domestic gas obligations. The project reached a final investment decision (FID) and agreed to a FLNG model, inspired by proven tanker conversions that have kept costs competitive on previous projects despite deepwater challenges.

Future expansions could double output through low-cost vessel upgrades; however, our report cautions that market oversupply risks and pledges from Senegal’s new nationalist government to audit contracts may introduce additional risks.

Domestically, each country claims about 35 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscf/d) from the project — with delivery of Senegal’s portion going to the Saint-Louis CCGT for power generation expected in 2026. Infrastructure initiatives, like gas networks and a proposed 366 MW power plant in Cap de Biches, aim to electrify close to 500,000 homes. Beyond power, other uses in petrochemicals and fertilizers could broaden the economic impacts, demonstrating how LNG can facilitate other industries.

Country-level initiatives like these align with the broader continental trends also outlined in our 2026 Outlook report.

Harnessing Regional Power Pools for Continental Integration

As of 2025, Africa’s gross natural gas production is set to hit 331 billion cubic meters (bcm), led by the major producers: Algeria, Nigeria, and Egypt. Natural gas already powers 40% of the continent’s electricity, with North Africa’s 32% share doing most of the heavy lifting.

By 2050, gas-fired capacity could swell by more than 77 GW, yet its share of the total energy mix should stay around 40%. This demonstrates how gas can fill in as a transitional fuel during the expected growth in renewables, as well as its flexibility in supporting solar and wind during downtime.

Numerous nations are phasing out coal and oil — implementing gas-to-power in their national strategies while looking toward LNG imports or domestic sources. For instance, Nigeria has made gas-to-power a centerpiece of its master plan. South Africa’s plans emphasize converting gas to electricity during its coal retirement. Senegal aims to have 3 GW of gas-to-power in place by 2050, and Ghana and Tanzania have similar gas-powered ambitions.

Though challenges like infrastructure gaps, import vulnerabilities, and environmental concerns will surely arise, we at the AEC are confident that targeted investments can overcome them.

These efforts are amplified by regional power pools — collaborations that allow neighboring countries to connect to each other’s power grids. Five pools cover the continent:

  1. Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) leads as the most mature and serves as a model for strong interconnections and competitive trading.
  2. West African Power Pool (WAPP) has advanced cross-border links but grapples with regulatory and financial issues.
  3. Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP) is also making progress on interconnections despite political hurdles.
  4. Central African Power Pool (CAPP) is the furthest behind due to instability, limited infrastructure, and a lack of investment.
  5. North African Power Pool (NAPP) has arguably the most advanced infrastructure but limited trade as it has more of a focus on integration with European markets.

The African Single Electricity Market, an effort to combine these five pools into a single continental power market, has sights on full integration by 2040. Although barriers like physical distances and technological and political compatibility issues are expected, finding ways around these barriers could further unlock the potential of gas by linking exporters to importers and boosting access and cooperation.

“The State of African Energy” spells it out: Natural gas is a catalyst for African prosperity, not merely a commodity on the market. By expanding LNG and domestic uses, nations can drive growth, cut emissions, and assert their energy independence. As a transitional fuel, it offers a comfortable route to an eventual conversion to renewables and can ensure that no African is left in the dark during the process.

Africa deserves to thrive on the wealth of its own resources, and the developments outlined in our latest report prove that outcome is possible.

“The State of African Energy: 2026 Outlook Report” is available for download. Visit https://apo-opa.co/3YH75ct to request your copy.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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W Cape Anti-Gang Unit officers accused of murder denied bail

Source: Government of South Africa

W Cape Anti-Gang Unit officers accused of murder denied bail

Ten of the 11 members of the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit accused of murder, four counts of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, four counts of kidnapping and one count of torture, have been denied bail in the Athlone Magistrate’s Court.

The 11 appeared in court on charges related to the murder of Wade Price, who had been arrested and allegedly died during interrogation.

“Only accused number 9 was granted R1 000 bail due to health challenges.

“The 10 were denied bail because they failed to demonstrate any exceptional circumstances for the court to consider granting them bail,” the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) explained in a statement.

According to the directorate, the officers allege that Price “complained of ear pain and collapsed during interrogation”.

“IPID’s investigation established that his cause of death was as a result of unnatural causes.

“The nine officers will be detained at the Brandvlei Correctional facility, while the female officer will be detained at Worcester Prison until their next court appearance on 29 January 2026,” the directorate said. – SAnews.gov.za

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New African Magazine du Royaume Uni distingue la Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck, parmi les « 100 Africains Les Plus Influents 2025 » pour son action en faveur de la transformation des soins de santé et de l’autonomisation des femmes et des filles; Cette reconnaissance est partagée avec les Présidents de l’Angola, de l’Afrique du Sud et du Ghana

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

  • Le Président de l’Angola, S.E. JOÃOLOURENÇO, le Président de l’Afrique du Sud, S.E. CYRIL RAMAPHOSA, le Président du Ghana, S.E. JOHN MAHAMA, et la Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck, figurent parmi les 100 Africains Les Plus Influents 2025 selon le New African Magazine du Royaume Uni.
  • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck, est reconnue pour la septième année consécutive comme l’une des 100 Personnalités Africaines Les Plus Influentes. La reconnaissance de 2025 est décernée par le magazine britannique, New African Magazine, aux côtés des Présidents de l’Angola, du Ghana et de l’Afrique du Sud.
  • La liste des 100 Africains Les Plus Influents 2025 rassemble d’éminents leaders africains issus de différents secteurs tels que la fonction publique, les affaires, la technologie, l’innovation, la pensée critique, la création et le sport, qui influencent les communautés et les secteurs par leur travail inspirant.

Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck et Présidente de la Campagne « Plus Qu’une Mère », a été reconnue comme l’une des 100 Africains Les Plus Influents par le prestigieux magazine britannique le New African Magazine.

Ce numéro spécial met en lumière les personnalités qui façonnent le présent et l’avenir de l’Afrique. Les correspondants et collaborateurs de la publication ont sillonné le continent pour identifier les personnalités marquantes de 2025 : des leaders, des innovateurs et des acteurs du changement dont l’influence et l’impact continuent de stimuler la transformation en Afrique et au-delà.

S’exprimant au sujet de cette distinction, la Sénatrice Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck, a déclaré : « Je suis profondément honorée d’être reconnue comme l’une des 100 Personnalités Africaines Les Plus Influentes par New African (Royaume-Uni) et d’être citée aux côtés de dirigeants éminents de notre continent, notamment les Présidents de l’Angola, du Ghana et de l’Afrique du Sud, ainsi que de nombreux autres acteurs du changement. Toutes mes félicitations a tous. »

Elle a ajouté : « Cette reconnaissance me tient particulièrement à cœur, car elle salue mes efforts constants pour développer et renforcer les capacités du système de santé, autonomiser les femmes confrontées à l’infertilité et soutenir l’éducation des filles grâce aux programmes de la Fondation Merck. Elle ne fait que renforcer mon engagement et celui de mon équipe à poursuivre nos efforts pour créer un impact durable et équitable en Afrique pour les générations futures. »

Sous la direction de Rasha Kelej, la Fondation Merck a mis en œuvre des programmes à fort impact, tels que son « Programme de Bourses pour les Professionnels de Santé », afin de transformer le paysage des soins aux patients et d’améliorer l’accès à des solutions de santé de qualité et équitables en Afrique et au-delà. Leur initiative phare « Plus Qu’une Mère », qu’elle a créée en 2015, vise à développer des Soins de Reproduction et de Fertilité de qualité et équitables, à briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité, à sensibiliser le public à la prévention de l’infertilité et à l’infertilité masculine, et à soutenir l’éducation des filles ; ainsi que le programme « Éduquer Linda » soutient également l’éducation des filles.

Au cours des 13 dernières années, le Dr. Rasha Kelej a collaboré étroitement avec plus de 33 Premières Dames Africaines et Asiatiques en tant qu’Ambassadrices de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » dans leurs pays respectifs. Elle a piloté leurs programmes et travaillé avec des partenaires clés, notamment les Ministères de la Santé, de l’Information, de l’Éducation et de l’Égalité des Genres, le Monde Universitaire, les Décideurs Politiques, les Sociétés Internationales de Fertilité, les Médias et le Secteur Artistique, dans plus de 52 pays.

« Je suis ravie d’annoncer que nous avons octroyé 2 500 bourses à des professionnels de santé issus de 52 pays, dans 44 spécialités médicales essentielles et sous-représentées. Je suis fière que nombre de nos anciens boursiers soient devenus, ou soient en passe de devenir, les premiers spécialistes de leur pays respectif. Nous bâtissons un héritage durable en Afrique », a-t-elle ajouté.

À travers la campagne « Fondation Merck Plus Qu’une Mère », un mouvement dynamique visant à autonomiser les femmes infertiles et sans enfant grâce à l’accès à l’information, à l’éducation, aux soins de santé et à un changement de mentalité, le Dr. Kelej travaille en étroite collaboration avec des partenaires pour impulser un changement culturel et transformer le paysage des soins de fertilité et de la santé des femmes dans 42 pays d’Afrique et d’Asie. 

« Sur les 2 500 bourses offertes, 770 ont été attribuées à des professionnels de santé originaires de 42 pays. Ces bourses couvrent la formation clinique en Fertilité et Embryologie, ainsi que des Diplômes Post-Universitaires d’un an et des Masters de deux ans en Médecine Sexuelle et Reproductive, Psychiatrie Clinique, Santé des Femmes, Biotechnologie de la Procréation Médicalement Assistée et Embryologie, Urologie, Chirurgie Laparoscopique et Médecine Familiale. Ces spécialistes sont essentiels pour améliorer la qualité et l’équité des soins de santé pour les femmes en général, et les soins de fertilité et de reproduction en particulier », a expliqué la Sénatrice Rasha Kelej.

Par ailleurs, la Fondation Merck soutient également les femmes sans enfant en les aidant à créer leur propre petit commerce grâce au programme « Empowering Berna ».

« Il s’agit avant tout d’offrir à chaque femme le respect et le soutien qu’elle mérite pour mener une vie épanouie, avec ou sans enfant », a-t-elle ajouté.

Par ailleurs, le Dr. Kelej défend ardemment l’éducation, qu’elle considère comme un levier essentiel de l’autonomisation des femmes. C’est pourquoi, en partenariat avec des Premières Dames Africaines, la Fondation Merck a octroyé, depuis le début de l’année, plus de 1 200 bourses d’études annuelles à des écolières africaines brillantes et défavorisées issues de 19 pays, leur permettant ainsi de poursuivre leurs études et de réaliser leur plein potentiel. Parmi ces pays figurent le Botswana, Burundi, Cap-Vert, République Centrafricaine, République Démocratique du Congo, Gabon, Gambie, Ghana, Kenya, Libéria, Malawi, Namibie, Nigéria, Sao Tomé-et-Principe, Tanzanie, Togo, Zambie, Zimbabwe et bien d’autres.

Dr. Rasha Kelej est une pionnière dont la vision et le dévouement ont transformé des vies à travers l’Afrique. Elle est reconnue pour ses initiatives novatrices qui s’attaquent à certains des défis sociaux et sanitaires les plus urgents du continent, comme la lutte contre la stigmatisation de l’infertilité, le soutien à l’éducation des filles et l’éradication de la pauvreté, mariage d’enfants, violences sexistes et mutilations génitales féminines, et promotion de l’autonomisation des femmes : tels sont les combats du Dr. Kelej.

Grâce à son leadership exceptionnel, le Dr. Kelej a fédéré les milieux des médias, de la mode et des arts pour donner la parole aux sans-voix. Ses initiatives uniques, parmi lesquelles une émission de télévision panafricaine, des formations aux médias de la santé, des prix annuels récompensant les meilleurs contenus médiatiques, musicaux, de mode et cinématographiques, des chansons de sensibilisation, des livres pour enfants et des films d’animation, ont profondément transformé les mentalités.

Véritable visionnaire, le Dr. Kelej inspire et sensibilise plus de 8,5 millions d’abonnés sur les réseaux sociaux, en les maintenant engagés grâce à des contenus valorisants et inspirants. Son engagement sans faille, son approche novatrice et sa passion inébranlable continuent de remodeler le paysage social et sanitaire, laissant un héritage d’espoir, d’autonomisation et de progrès à travers l’Afrique.

Distribué par APO Group pour for Africa.

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Twitter de la Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej : https://apo-opa.co/44DQXvT

Pour plus d’informations sur la Fondation Merck, veuillez consulter le site : www.Merck-Foundation.com

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Revista New African, do Reino Unido, distingue Dra. Rasha Kelej, CEO da Fundação Merck, como uma das “100 pessoas africanas mais influentes de 2025” pela sua intervenção na transformação da saúde e no empoderamento das mulheres e meninas, e partilha reconhecimento com os Presidentes de Angola, África do Sul e Gana

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

  • O Presidente de Angola, S. Exa. JOÃO LOURENÇO, o Presidente da África do Sul, S. Exa. CYRIL RAMAPHOSA, o Presidente do Gana, S. Exa. JOHN MAHAMA, e a CEO da Fundação Merck, Dra. Rasha Kelej, foram reconhecidos entre os 100 africanos mais influentes de 2025 pela Revista New African, do Reino Unido.
  • A Dra. Rasha Kelej, CEO da Fundação Merck, foi reconhecida pelo sétimo ano consecutivo como uma das 100 pessoas africanas mais influentes. O reconhecimento de 2025 foi concedido pela Revista New African do Reino Unido, juntamente com os Presidentes de Angola, Gana e África do Sul.
  • A lista dos 100 africanos mais influentes de 2025 é composta por líderes africanos proeminentes em diferentes sectores, como vida pública, negócios, tecnologia, agentes de mudança, pensadores e formadores de opinião, criatividade e desporto, que influenciam as comunidades e os sectores com o seu trabalho inspirador.

A Dra. Rasha Kelej, CEO da Fundação Merck e Presidente da Campanha “MAis do Que uma Mãe” foi reconhecida como uma das 100 Os Africanos Mais Influentes, segundo a prestigiada Revista New African (Reino Unido).

Esta edição especial destaca as pessoas que moldam o presente e o futuro da África. Os correspondentes e colaboradores da publicação percorreram o continente de ponta a ponta para identificar as joias humanas de 2025 — líderes, inovadores e agentes de mudança cuja influência e impacto continuam a impulsionar a transformação na África e em outros continentes.

Falando sobre o reconhecimento, a Senadora Dra. Rasha Kelej, CEO da Fundação Merck, expressou: “Sinto-me profundamente honrada por ser reconhecida como uma das 100 pessoas africanas mais influentes pela New African (Reino Unido) e por ser nomeada ao lado de líderes tão estimados do nosso continente, incluindo os Presidentes de Angola, Gana e África do Sul, bem como muitos outros agentes de mudança. Parabéns a todos.”

Ela enfatizou ainda: “Este reconhecimento é muito especial para mim, pois reconhece os meus esforços contínuos no desenvolvimento e fortalecimento da capacidade do sistema de saúde, empoderamento das mulheres que vivem com infertilidade e no apoio à educação das meninas através dos programas da Fundação Merck. Isso só incentiva e motiva a mim e à minha equipa a reforçar o nosso compromisso de continuar os meus esforços para criar um impacto duradouro e equitativo em toda a África para as gerações futuras.”

Sob a liderança da Dra. Rasha Kelej, a Fundação Merck tem implementado programas impactantes, como o “Programa de Bolsas de Estudo para Profissionais de Saúde”, que visa transformar o cenário do atendimento ao paciente e melhorar o acesso a soluções de saúde de qualidade e equitativas em África e em outras regiões; o movimento “Mais do Que uma Mãe”, criado por ela em 2015, para desenvolver capacidade de atendimento reprodutivo e de fertilidade de qualidade e equitativo, combater o estigma da infertilidade, aumentar a conscientização sobre a prevenção da infertilidade e a infertilidade masculina e apoiar a educação das meninas; e o programa “Educar Linda”, que apoia a educação das meninas.

Ao longo dos últimos 13 anos, a Dra. Rasha Kelej trabalhou em estreita colaboração com mais de 33 Primeiras-Damas Africanas e Asiáticas como Embaixadoras da Fundação Merck “Mais do Que uma Mãe” nos seus países, liderando os seus programas e principais parceiros, incluindo Ministérios da Saúde, Informação, Educação e Género, Academia, Decisores Políticos, Sociedades Internacionais de Fertilidade, Comunicação Social e Arte de mais de 52 países.

“Tenho o prazer de partilhar que concedemos 2.500 bolsas de estudo para profissionais de saúde de 52 países, abrangendo 44 especialidades médicas essenciais e carentes. Tenho orgulho de que muitos dos nossos ex-alunos tornaram-se, ou estão a caminho de se tornarem, os primeiros especialistas nos seus respectivos países. Estamos a construir um legado duradouro em África”, acrescentou.

Através da campanha “Fundação Merck Mais do Que uma Mã”, um movimento impactante que visa empoderar mulheres com infertilidade e sem filhos através do acesso à informação, educação, saúde e mudança de mentalidade, a Dra. Kelej tem trabalhado em estreita colaboração com parceiros para criar uma mudança cultural e transformar o cenário da saúde reprodutiva e da saúde da mulher na saúde pública em 42 países de África e da Ásia.

“Das 2.500 bolsas de estudo, 770 foram destinadas a profissionais de saúde de 42 países para treinamento clínico em Fertilidade e Embriologia, além de cursos de pós-graduação (um ano) e mestrado (dois anos) em Medicina Sexual e Reprodutiva, Psiquiatria Clínica, Saúde da Mulher, Biotecnologia da Reprodução Humana Assistida e Embriologia, Urologia, Cirurgia Laparoscópica e Medicina de Família. Estes especialistas são essenciais para promover a saúde da mulher de forma equitativa e com qualidade, em geral, e a saúde reprodutiva e da fertilidade, em particular”, explicou a Senadora Rasha Kelej.

Além disso, a Fundação Merck também apoiou as mulheres sem filhos, ajudando-as a iniciar os seus próprios pequenos negócios através do programa “Empoderar Berna”.

“Trata-se de dar a cada mulher o respeito e o apoio que ela merece para levar uma vida plena, com ou sem filhos”, acrescentou.

Ademais, a Dra. Kelej é uma forte defensora da educação como uma das áreas mais importantes para o empoderamento feminino. Portanto, em parceria com as Primeiras-Damas Africanas, a Fundação Merck concedeu, até o momento, mais de 1.200 bolsas de estudo anuais para estudantes africanas de alto desempenho e em situação de vulnerabilidade, de 19 países, permitindo que elas concluam os seus estudos e alcancem o seu potencial. Os países beneficiados incluem Botswana, Burundi, Cabo Verde, República Centro-Africana, República Democrática do Congo, Gabão, Gâmbia, Gana, Quénia, Libéria, Malawi, Namíbia, Nigéria, São Tomé e Príncipe, Tanzânia, Togo, Zâmbia, Zimbabwe e outros.

A Dra. Rasha Kelej é uma pioneira cuja visão e dedicação transformaram vidas em toda a África. Ela é reconhecida pelas suas iniciativas inovadoras que abordam alguns dos desafios sociais e de saúde mais urgentes do continente, como o combate ao estigma da infertilidade, o apoio à educação das meninas, o fim do casamento infantil, da violência do género e da mutilação genital feminina, e a promoção do empoderamento feminino.

Através da sua notável liderança, a Dra. Kelej uniu as comunidades da mídia, da moda e das artes para dar voz aos que não têm voz. As suas iniciativas únicas, incluindo um programa de televisivo, treinamento em mídia da saúde, prémios anuais para melhor mídia, música, estilo de moda e cinema, canções de conscientização, livros infantis e filmes de animação, criaram uma mudança cultural nas comunidades.

Uma verdadeira visionária, a Dra. Kelej inspira e educa mais de 8,5 milhões de seguidores nas redes sociais, mantendo-os engajados com conteúdo de empoderamento e conscientização. O seu compromisso incansável, abordagem inovadora e paixão inabalável continuam a remodelar o cenário social e de saúde, deixando um legado de esperança, empoderamento e progresso em toda a África.

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para for Africa.

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Twitter da Senadora, Dra. Rasha Kelej: https://apo-opa.co/44DQXvT

Para obter mais informações sobre a Fundação Merck, visite [link para o site da Fundação Merck].: www.Merck-Foundation.com

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Offshore Expansion Drives Push for Logistics Hubs Across the Caribbean

Source: APO

The rapid expansion of offshore oil and gas activity across the Caribbean has pushed logistics infrastructure to the forefront of upstream strategy. Beyond discoveries and project sanctioning, the ability to execute offshore developments efficiently increasingly depends on onshore logistical hubs – from purpose-built shore bases to specialized ports capable of supporting complex offshore operations.

This reality will be examined in detail during the session “Building Logistical Hubs to Support Upstream Development” at Caribbean Energy Week (CEW) 2026, where industry leaders will explore the planning, investment and operational frameworks required to sustain offshore growth across the region.

Few examples illustrate this better than Guyana, now one of the world’s fastest-growing offshore oil producers. The country’s rapid production ramp-up has been underpinned by dedicated shore base infrastructure, including the $300 million Vreed-en-Hoop Shore Base, which opened earlier this year, alongside facilities operated by Guyana Shore Base. These hubs provide services ranging from pipe storage and drilling fluid management to vessel support and customs clearance, enabling operators to reduce turnaround times and maintain continuous offshore operations.

Similarly, Trinidad and Tobago’s Galeota Point has long served as a cornerstone of offshore logistics in the southern Caribbean. Strategically positioned to support offshore gas fields, Galeota functions as a supply base for drilling campaigns, production support and maintenance activities. Its integration into the country’s gas value chain highlights how logistics hubs can anchor upstream development while supporting broader energy infrastructure.

In Suriname, where major offshore discoveries are advancing toward development, logistics infrastructure is already evolving to meet upstream needs. Port facilities in Paramaribo, including the Kuldipsingh Port Facility, have secured long-term contracts to support offshore operations, while dedicated supply base developments such as ComPort NV are being positioned to serve drilling and production activities. In parallel, logistics providers including DP World Paramaribo are expanding integrated services tailored to the oil and gas sector as the country moves closer to first production.

Together, these examples highlight a central reality: offshore upstream activity cannot function efficiently without well-designed onshore support. In deepwater environments, where downtime can cost millions of dollars per day, the proximity, reliability and operational readiness of logistics hubs directly influence project economics.

The panel at CEW 2026 will examine the strategic considerations behind developing such infrastructure, including site selection, water depth, quay strength, hinterland connectivity and environmental permitting. As offshore projects grow in scale and complexity, ports must accommodate larger offshore support vessels, heavy subsea components and increasingly digitalized logistics systems. Future-proofing these facilities has become a priority for both governments and investors.

Investment models will also feature prominently in the discussion. Across the Caribbean, logistics hubs have been developed through combinations of public investment, private capital and public-private partnerships. At the same time, security and resilience remain critical. Specialized ports and shore bases play an essential role in safe offshore operations, providing controlled environments for hazardous materials, emergency response coordination and compliance with international maritime standards.

The “Building Logistical Hubs to Support Upstream Development” session at CEW 2026 will bring these issues into focus, offering practical insights from developers, port authorities, service providers and policymakers with direct experience in Caribbean markets. The discussion will highlight how targeted investment in logistics infrastructure can unlock upstream potential, reduce costs and improve project timelines – positioning Caribbean states as competitive and reliable partners in global energy supply chains.

Join us in shaping the future of Caribbean energy. To participate in this landmark event, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com.

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La Chambre africaine de l’énergie et ccCASH s’associent pour apporter directement aux ménages africains des financements liés au climat

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

La Chambre africaine de l’énergie (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) a signé un protocole d’accord avec (B)energy, développeur de l’initiative ccCASH, afin de mettre en place un mécanisme continental de financement de la cuisine propre. Cette collaboration marque une étape importante vers la participation active des ménages à la transition énergétique en Afrique.

L’Afrique est confrontée à un défi énergétique majeur : plus de 200 millions de ménages dépendent encore de combustibles polluants tels que le bois de chauffage, le charbon de bois et le kérosène. Malgré les progrès réalisés dans le domaine des programmes de cuisinières propres, leur adoption a été freinée par la faiblesse des incitations, l’accès limité au financement climatique et la fragmentation des structures d’investissement.

Dans le cadre du protocole d’accord, l’AEC et (B)energy positionneront ccCASH comme une monnaie continentale pour la cuisine propre, récompensant directement les ménages pour les résultats vérifiés en matière de climat, de santé et de société obtenus grâce aux technologies de cuisine propres. En allant au-delà de la certification carbone basée sur des projets, ce modèle canalise les financements directement vers les utilisateurs, créant ainsi un impact tangible et immédiat au niveau des ménages.

La plateforme ccCASH fournit une infrastructure numérique partagée pour le suivi, la déclaration et la vérification des réductions d’émissions et des avantages sociaux connexes pour diverses technologies, notamment le biogaz, le GPL, l’éthanol et les solutions de cuisson électriques. Sa conception technologiquement neutre garantit l’échelle, l’inclusion et l’accès équitable pour les ménages, les petits fournisseurs de technologies et les entreprises de services souvent exclus des marchés traditionnels du carbone.

Grâce à ce partenariat, l’AEC défendra ccCASH comme une initiative phare à travers son réseau panafricain, en menant des actions de sensibilisation de haut niveau, en assurant sa visibilité et en l’alignant sur les stratégies nationales en matière de transition énergétique, de climat et de cuisson propre. ccCASH dirigera le développement de la plateforme, la mise en œuvre technique et la collaboration avec les gouvernements, les partenaires de développement et le secteur privé.

« La cuisson propre n’est pas seulement un défi technologique, c’est aussi un défi en termes de revenus, d’incitations et de financement », a déclaré NJ Ayuk, président exécutif de l’AEC. « ccCASH offre une voie évolutive, impulsée par l’Afrique, pour mobiliser des financements climatiques tout en générant des avantages sociaux, économiques et climatiques mesurables. Ce partenariat démontre notre engagement en faveur de solutions pratiques et à fort impact qui améliorent les moyens de subsistance à travers le continent. »

« Le partenariat avec l’African Energy Chamber est un moment décisif pour ccCASH », a déclaré Katrin Puetz, PDG de (B)energy. « Il nous offre une plateforme pour développer une nouvelle mentalité dans le secteur de la cuisine propre tout en réunissant les entreprises énergétiques et minières, les gouvernements et les partenaires de développement. »

En regroupant les impacts vérifiés au niveau des ménages, ccCASH soutient les engagements climatiques des gouvernements, y compris les contributions déterminées au niveau national, tout en ouvrant de nouvelles opportunités pour les investissements du secteur privé, la participation ESG et le financement climatique hautement intégré et conforme à l’article 6. Le protocole d’accord représente une vision commune visant à établir ccCASH comme un mécanisme à long terme à l’échelle du continent, accélérant l’adoption de la cuisine propre, renforçant les écosystèmes de services et offrant des avantages économiques et environnementaux inclusifs à travers l’Afrique.

Début 2026, l’AEC et (B)energy organiseront un webinaire de haut niveau invitant les entreprises, les investisseurs, les partenaires de développement et les gouvernements à s’engager activement dans le ccCASH. La session présentera des pistes concrètes pour participer à des projets pilotes, à des co-investissements et à des déploiements nationaux, positionnant le ccCASH comme un point d’entrée pratique pour la RSE, l’ESG et le financement climatique hautement intègre directement lié à l’impact sur les ménages à travers l’Afrique.

Distribué par APO Group pour African Energy Chamber.

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Africa 24 – CAN 2025 Au Marco : Un dispositif éditorial exceptionnel

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

À l’occasion de la 35ᵉ édition de la Coupe d’Afrique des Nations Maroc 2025 du dimanche 21 décembre 2025 au dimanche 18 janvier 2026 , le Groupe AFRICA24 (https://Africa24TV.com/) réalise un dispositif éditorial inédit, immersif et multicanal pour offrir aux téléspectateurs du continent et du monde une expérience immersive unique au cœur la plus grande compétition sportive de l’Afrique.

AFRICA24 déploie ses équipes et envoyés spéciaux pour une couverture 360°, TV, digital, Réseaux sociaux, afin de vous offrir un regard inédit sur le Maroc, ses infrastructures, ses villes hôtes et l’effervescence des citoyens 

L’intégrale CAN MAROC 2025 : https://apo-opa.co/4qrFeco

UNE COUVERTURE INTÉGRALE, EXCLUSIVE ET INNOVANTE

Groupe propose une programmation quotidienne exceptionnelle, en français et en anglais, dans dispositif TV & digital inédit incluant :

Voyage dans la vitrine du continent 

Au cœur de la vision Royale du Maroc pour l’Afrique, nous vous offrons un voyage inédit dans le développement du pays phare du continent : De l’industrie à l’artisanat, des Finances aux enjeux diplomatiques, de l’influence géopolitique aux rencontres internationales , le Royaume du Maroc rayonne pour l’Afrique.

Le Journal Quotidien de la CAN

Tous les résumés des matches, résultats, réactions, analyses et coulisses sont à vivre avec une immersion auprès de chaque équipe et des fans.

Magazine d’analyse de 26 minutes

Au quotidien, nous analysons les matches avec nos experts, portons un regard sur les enjeux tactiques, les performances de chaque pays, nous vous proposons les portraits des joueurs et coaches, les histoires inspirantes, parcours d’anciens internationaux africains. Un magazine au rythme d’une CAN Maroc 2025 historique.

Le Groupe Africa24 – Une couverture 360°

une diffusion mondiale pour 120 millions de foyers

Avec le Groupe Africa24, Ensemble, transformons l’Afrique.

Distribué par APO Group pour AFRICA24 Group.

Contact :
Direction de la Communication – Groupe Africa24
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Email : onana@africa24tv.com
Tél. : +237 691 30 03 40

Suivez-nous :
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A PROPOS DU GROUPE AFRICA24 :
Initié en 2009, le Groupe Africa 24 est le premier éditeur TV & média digital du continent avec 4 chaînes full HD en diffusion dans les plus grands bouquets. Leader chez les décideurs et cadres dirigeants du continent, Africa 24 en Français et Africa 24 English, le Groupe est le pionnier et leader des chaînes d’informations sur l’Afrique. Africa 24 a renforcé ce leadership à travers le sport avec Africa24 Sport, première chaine en Afrique dédié à l’information sportive et aux compétitions et Africa24 Infinity, première chaîne dédiée aux industries créatives qui valorisent le génie créatif de la jeunesse africaine dans l’art, la culture, la musique, la mode, le design…

Première marque audiovisuelle du continent, le Groupe AFRICA24 dispose de 4 chaînes de télévisions en full HD chacune leader dans son segment :

  • AFRICA24 TV : Leader de l’information Africaine en Français, édité par AMedia
  • AFRICA24 English : Leader de l’Information Africaine exclusivement en Anglais
  • AFRICA24 Infinity : La chaîne des talents créatifs dédiée à la Musique, l’art, la culture.
  • AFRICA24 Sport : Première chaîne d’information sportive et des compétitions

Le Groupe AFRICA24 édite myafrica24 (Google store et App Store), la première plateforme de streaming HD mondiale sur l’Afrique disponible sur tous les écrans (Télévision, tablette, smartphone, ordinateurs) …Plus de 120 millions de foyers ont accès aux chaînes du Groupe Africa24 à travers les plus grands opérateurs : Canal+, Bouygues, Orange, Bell…et plus de 8 millions d’abonnés sur les différentes plateformes digitales et réseaux sociaux.

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African Energy Chamber, ccCASH Partner to Bring Climate Finance Directly to African Households

Source: APO

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with (B)energy, developer of the ccCASH initiative, to establish a continent-wide mechanism for clean cooking finance. The collaboration marks a major step toward making households active participants in Africa’s energy transition.

Africa faces a critical energy challenge: over 200 million households still rely on polluting fuels such as firewood, charcoal and kerosene. Despite progress in clean cookstove programs, adoption has been constrained by weak incentives, limited access to climate finance and fragmented investment structures.

Under the MOU, the AEC and (B)energy will position ccCASH as a continent-wide clean cooking currency, rewarding households directly for verified climate, health and social outcomes from clean cooking technologies. By moving beyond project-based carbon certification, this model channels finance straight to users, creating tangible, immediate impact at household level.

The ccCASH platform provides a shared digital infrastructure for monitoring, reporting and verifying emissions reductions and social co-benefits across diverse technologies, including biogas, LPG, ethanol and electric cooking solutions. Its technology-neutral design ensures scale, inclusion and equitable access for households, small technology providers and service companies often excluded from traditional carbon markets.

Through this partnership, the AEC will champion ccCASH as a flagship initiative across its pan-African network, driving high-level advocacy, visibility and alignment with national energy transition, climate and clean cooking strategies. ccCASH will lead platform development, technical implementation and engagement with governments, development partners and the private sector.

“Clean cooking is not just a technology challenge – it is an income, incentives and financing challenge,” said NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC. “ccCASH delivers a scalable, African-driven pathway to mobilize climate finance while generating measurable social, economic and climate benefits. This partnership demonstrates our commitment to practical, high-impact solutions that improve livelihoods across the continent.”

“Partnering with the African Energy Chamber is a defining moment for ccCASH,” said Katrin Puetz, CEO of (B)energy. “It gives us the platform to scale a new mindset in the clean cooking sector while bringing together energy and mining companies, governments and development partners.”

By aggregating verified household-level impact, ccCASH supports government climate commitments, including Nationally Determined Contributions, while unlocking new opportunities for private sector investment, ESG participation and high-integrity Article 6-aligned climate finance. The MOU represents a shared vision to establish ccCASH as a long-term, continent-wide mechanism, accelerating clean cooking adoption, strengthening service ecosystems and delivering inclusive economic and environmental benefits across Africa.

In early 2026, the AEC and (B)energy will convene a high-level webinar inviting corporates, investors, development partners and governments to actively engage with ccCASH. The session will outline concrete pathways to participate in pilots, co-investment and national rollouts, positioning ccCASH as a practical entry point for CSR, ESG and high-integrity climate finance linked directly to household impact across Africa.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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Africa24 – Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 In Morocco : An Exceptional Editorial Deployment

Source: APO

On the occasion of the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, taking place from Sunday 21 December 2025 to Sunday 18 January 2026, the AFRICA24 Group (https://Africa24TV.com/) is implementing an unprecedented, immersive and multi-platform editorial deployment to offer viewers across the continent and around the world a unique and engaging experience at the heart of Africa’s greatest sporting competition.

AFRICA24 is mobilizing its teams and special correspondents to deliver 360° coverage—TV, digital platforms and social media—providing an exclusive perspective on Morocco, its infrastructures, its host cities and the vibrant atmosphere of its citizens.

Full CAN Morocco 2025 coverage: https://apo-opa.co/4qrFeco

COMPREHENSIVE, EXCLUSIVE AND INNOVATIVE COVERAGE

The Group offers an exceptional daily programming lineup, in French and English, through a unique TV and digital system that includes:

MAROC : AFRICA – A Journey Through the Continent’s Showcase 

At the heart of Morocco’s Royal Vision for Africa, AFRICA24 presents an unparalleled journey into the development of this flagship nation: from industry to craftsmanship, from finance to diplomacy, from geopolitical influence to major international events—the Kingdom of Morocco shines for Africa.

JT CAN – THE DAILY AFCON NEWS JOURNAL

All match summaries, results, reactions, analyses and behind-the-scenes moments, with full immersion alongside each team and their supporters.

Africa 24 Football Club :26-MINUTE ANALYSIS MAGAZINE

Every day, AFRICA24 delivers expert analysis on matches, tactical issues, team performances, portraits of players and coaches, inspiring stories and the journeys of former African internationals.

A magazine crafted to the rhythm of a historic Morocco 2025 AFCON.

AFRICA24 GROUP – 360° COVERAGE

Global broadcasting reaching 120 million households

With Africa24, Together, let’s transform Africa.

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Brits Water Treatment Works to be completed in March 2026

Source: Government of South Africa

Brits Water Treatment Works to be completed in March 2026

By More Matshediso 
Refurbishment of the Brits Water Treatment Works in the North West is expected to be complete by March 2026. 

This is a commitment made by Magalies Water, the contractor responsible for mechanical and electrical works at the water plant, and the Madibeng Local Municipality. 

The objective of the project is to provide additional water to 75 373 households in the Mdibeng Local Municipality.  

The commitment was made during an oversight visit to the Brits Water Treatment Works by Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo and Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, on Monday.

READ | Deputy Ministers visit Brits water treatment works

This as Mahlobo raised concerns that there has been delays on completion of the project for some time. 
“We are very pleased with the progress made, but we are unhappy that once again we have missed the deadline,” he said. 

However, both Deputy Ministers acknowledged that good work has been done and that this is not taken for granted. 

He called on those responsible to complete the project, including Magalies Water, the municipality and the contractors to rebuild their reputation of delivering on their promises and completing their work. 

“We need the actual records of this plant… and we also need a maintenance plan for the plant,” he said. 
Deputy Minister Moroleng said the residents of Madibeng must be provided with additional water. 

“While you have made several commitments regarding the completion date of the project, you are found wanting and it is a cause of concern. When we leave here, we will not keep this report with us, but we will share it with the President so that we keep him abreast of the latest developments,” he said to parties involved in the project.

Deputy Minister Morolong further expressed discouragement with the inability of those involved to deal with pressing issues that he saw during the visit, and that he is worried about the completion date. 

He called on the municipality to be more present and hands-on on the project so that it can be handed over to the residents by March 2026. 

“We have no intentions of returning in March to be briefed about challenges. We want to officially hand over the project in March,” he said. 

Background

Phase 1 of the project was completed in July 2014. However, due to poor maintenance, some components needed refurbishment at an estimated cost of R28 million (2020) costs. Phase 2 was completed in 2020. 

Phase 3 of the project includes civil works and is practically complete, electrical works are at 85% and mechanical works at 92%. Phase 4 includes upgrading of final water pipelines and the distribution pipeline to the command reservoirs.

The contractors indicated that only 10% of the work is outstanding and should be completed by March 2026. The remaining work includes mechanical installations such as filters and a blower room, as well as electrical connections including ring feed and backup generator. 

The Brits Water Treatment Works is a critical infrastructure project of the Department of Water and Sanitation aimed at strengthening water provision for the Madibeng Local Municipality and surrounding areas.

The project is part of government efforts to “support Water Services Authorities in meeting their constitutional obligation to provide safe and reliable water”.

Once fully operational, the upgraded plant will increase its treatment capacity from 60 to 80 megalitres per day, improving the treatment of raw water, strengthening pumping and pipeline systems and enhancing the distribution network up to bulk reservoirs. –SAnews.gov.za 

 

 

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