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Call to include climate adaptation in budgets

Source: Government of South Africa

Call to include climate adaptation in budgets

The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has called on African leaders to mainstream climate change adaptation and resilience across their planning and budgets. 

“Droughts, floods, cyclones, sea level rise, and heat extremes already cost lives and livelihoods every year. Let us partner to build robust investment pipelines that convert plans into projects, and projects into resilience on the ground,” the Minister said on Thursday.

Addressing the Ministerial Breakfast Meeting of the African Ministers of Environment taking place on the margins of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) sessions in Nairobi, Kenya, Aucamp emphasised that Africa is at the frontline of the triple planetary crisis – climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.

“We should therefore come with clear priorities and practical solutions, anchored in solidarity, equality, and sustainability – values that have resonated throughout recent African and Group Twenty (G20) deliberations, and which must now translate into measurable action.

“Our development pathway depends on a just energy transition that expands access while cutting emissions. Over 600 million Africans still lack electricity, and nearly a billion rely on biomass for cooking. Energy poverty is a climate and health emergency,” the Minister said.

He said Africa is ready to scale solar and wind, mini grids, clean cooking, and regional power pools, if the financing terms are fair and if projects are built with communities.

“We must confront pollution and waste with a circular economy lens, as envisaged in the African Union Continental Circular Economy.
“The time for talking is long past, the time for action is now. Africa stands ready to lead with solutions that protect people and planet, strengthen economies, and deepen regional integration. 

“Let us match ambition with delivery, and turn commitments into credible, financed, and implementable programmes that transform lives across our continent,” Aucamp said. –SAnews.gov.za
 

 

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Le Centre du commerce africain d’Afreximbank d’Abuja obtient la certification Leadership en énergie et en conception environnementale (LEED) Platine, le plus haut niveau de certification en matière de construction écologique

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

United States Green Building Council et Green Business Certification Inc ont décerné au Centre du commerce africain d’Abuja (AATC) de la Banque Africaine d’Import-Export (Afreximbank) (https://Afreximbank.com/) la prestigieuse certification LEED Platine, la norme mondiale la plus élevée en matière de conception et de construction de bâtiments durables.

Cette étape importante fait de l’AATC d’Abuja le premier bâtiment au Nigeria, le deuxième en Afrique de l’Ouest et le dix-neuvième en Afrique à atteindre ce niveau de reconnaissance. L’installation figure également parmi les premiers centres commerciaux et d’affaires à grande échelle du continent à obtenir la certification LEED (Leadership en énergie et en conception environnementale) Platine, soulignant l’engagement d’Afreximbank à intégrer la durabilité, l’innovation et les pratiques respectueuses du climat dans les infrastructures commerciales africaines.

L’AATC d’Abuja comprend deux tours interconnectées de neuf étages conçues pour créer un écosystème complet pour le commerce, les affaires et l’innovation. Une tour comprend des espaces de bureaux commerciaux de classe A de niveau international, un centre de commerce et d’exposition, un centre de conférence, un incubateur de technologies et de PME, un portail commercial numérique et un centre de services d’information commerciale. La tour attenante comprend un hôtel d’affaires de 148 chambres doté de salles de séminaire et de réunion, des installations de bien-être, un restaurant et d’autres équipements annexes. Le centre accueille également des bureaux pour les institutions financières locales et internationales et les organisations politiques, fournissant un système complet de facilitation du commerce et du développement des affaires à travers le continent.

Conçu à l’origine pour obtenir la certification LEED Gold, l’AATC d’Abuja a dépassé les attentes grâce au dévouement, à l’expertise et à la détermination de l’équipe du projet, qui comprenait des architectes, des designers, des ingénieurs, des consultants, des entrepreneurs et les équipes chargées de la durabilité environnementale et de la gouvernance (ESG) et de la gestion de projet d’Afreximbank. Grâce à une planification méticuleuse, à des méthodologies de construction durable de haut niveau et à une coordination transparente entre les parties prenantes, le projet a obtenu la certification LEED Platine le 26 novembre 2025, une reconnaissance qui reflète une performance exceptionnelle en matière de durabilité, d’efficacité énergétique et hydrique et de gérance environnementale. Grâce à une planification méticuleuse, à des méthodes de construction durables de haut niveau et à une coordination sans faille entre les parties prenantes, le projet a obtenu la certification LEED Platine le 26 novembre 2025, une reconnaissance qui reflète des performances exceptionnelles en matière de durabilité, d’efficacité énergétique et hydrique, et de gestion environnementale. Avec 81 points obtenus, l’AATC d’Abuja dépasse le seuil requis pour la certification Platine, démontrant ainsi qu’il figure parmi les bâtiments les plus respectueux de l’environnement, les plus économes en ressources et les plus performants d’Afrique.

Le bâtiment intègre des fonctionnalités de durabilité avancées qui réduisent la consommation d’énergie opérationnelle de 40 à 50 % par rapport aux bâtiments conventionnels. Des vitrages haute performance, des systèmes de chauffage, de ventilation et de climatisation (CVC) à haut rendement énergétique, un éclairage à diodes électroluminescentes (LED) et des commandes intelligentes de gestion du bâtiment garantissent l’efficacité énergétique, tandis que des éléments de conception économes en eau réduisent la consommation d’eau potable d’au moins 30 %, favorisant ainsi la conservation des ressources dans un environnement urbain à forte demande. Les protocoles de gestion des déchets et de recyclage soutiennent les objectifs de l’économie circulaire, et les infrastructures de transport durables, notamment les stations de recharge pour véhicules électriques et les infrastructures cyclables, encouragent la mobilité à faible émission de carbone. Ces caractéristiques contribuent à la qualité de l’environnement intérieur et s’alignent directement sur les objectifs de développement durable (ODD) des Nations Unies, y compris l’ODD sept (7) sur l’énergie propre, l’ODD neuf (9) sur l’industrie, l’innovation et les infrastructures, et l’ODD 13 sur l’action climatique. À l’échelle mondiale, les bâtiments écologiques conformes à cette norme peuvent réduire les coûts d’exploitation de 8 à 9 % par an, renforçant ainsi la viabilité financière à long terme.

Robert Lumbuye Tomusange, Directeur et Responsable mondial de l’immobilier et de l’administration pour Afreximbank, a déclaré : « L’obtention de la certification LEED Platine par l’AATC d’Afreximbank d’Abuja souligne l’engagement indéfectible de la Banque en faveur de la durabilité, de l’innovation et du développement intelligent face au climat. Cette étape importante démontre que les infrastructures commerciales peuvent être à la fois compétitives sur le plan commercial et exceptionnelles sur le plan environnemental, établissant ainsi une nouvelle référence pour le paysage africain en matière de bâtiments écologiques ».

L’AATC d’Abuja est désormais la démonstration vivante de la vision d’Afreximbank qui consiste à intégrer la compétitivité commerciale, l’innovation et la durabilité dans les infrastructures commerciales africaines. Sa certification LEED Platine fait progresser les objectifs ESG d’Afreximbank en réduisant l’empreinte environnementale, en améliorant la valeur sociale grâce à des espaces de travail plus sains et plus inclusifs, et en renforçant une gouvernance solide grâce au respect de normes de durabilité reconnues à l’échelle mondiale. Le bâtiment sert de modèle reproductible pour des infrastructures commerciales responsables et à faible émission de carbone à travers l’Afrique, prouvant que la viabilité commerciale et la responsabilité environnementale peuvent coexister, et ouvrant la voie à de futurs centres commerciaux et d’affaires respectueux du climat à travers le continent.

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La Banque Africaine d’Import-Export (Afreximbank) est une institution financière multilatérale panafricaine dédiée au financement et à la promotion du commerce intra et extra-africain. Depuis 30 ans, Afreximbank déploie des structures innovantes pour fournir des solutions de financement qui facilitent la transformation de la structure du commerce africain et accélèrent l’industrialisation et le commerce intrarégional, soutenant ainsi l’expansion économique en Afrique. Fervente défenseur de l’Accord sur la Zone de Libre-Échange Continentale Africaine (ZLECAf), Afreximbank a lancé les le Système panafricain de paiement et de règlement (PAPSS) qui a été adopté par l’Union africaine (UA) comme la plateforme de paiement et de règlement devant appuyer la mise en œuvre de la ZLECAf. En collaboration avec le Secrétariat de la ZLECAf et l’UA, la Banque a mis en place un Fonds d’ajustement de 10 milliards de dollars US pour aider les pays à participer de manière effective à la ZLECAf. À la fin de décembre 2024, le total des actifs et des garanties de la Banque s’élevait à environ 40,1 milliards de dollars US et les fonds de ses actionnaires s’établissaient à 7,2 milliards de dollars US. Afreximbank est notée A par GCR International Scale, Baa2 par Moody’s, AAA par China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI), A- par Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) et BBB par Fitch. Au fil des ans, Afreximbank est devenue un groupe constitué de la Banque, de sa filiale de financement à impact appelée Fonds de développement des exportations en Afrique (FEDA), et de sa filiale de gestion d’assurance, AfrexInsure, (les trois entités forment « le Groupe »). La Banque a son siège social au Caire, en Égypte.

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O Centro de Comércio Africano do Afreximbank em Abuja obtém a certificação Liderança em Design Energético e Ambiental (LEED) de Platina [LEED Platinum], o nível mais alto de certificação de construções ecológicas

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O Conselho de Construção Ecológica e Certificação de Negócios Ecológicos Inc dos Estados Unidos certificou o Centro de Comércio Africano de Abuja (AATC) do Banco Africano de Exportação e Importação (Afreximbank) com a prestigiosa certificação LEED de Platina, o mais alto padrão global em design e construção sustentável de edifícios.

Este marco estabelece o AATC de Abuja como o primeiro edifício na Nigéria, o segundo na África Ocidental e o décimo nono em toda a África a atingir este nível de reconhecimento. É igualmente um dos primeiros centros comerciais e de negócios de grande escala no continente a obter a certificação LEED (Liderança em Design Energético e Ambiental) de Platina, destacando o compromisso do Afreximbank em incorporar a sustentabilidade, a inovação e práticas climaticamente inteligentes nas infra-estruturas comerciais de África.

O AATC de Abuja é composto por duas torres interligadas de nove andares, projectadas para criar um ecossistema abrangente para o comércio, os negócios e a inovação. Uma torre abriga escritórios comerciais de classe A de nível internacional, um centro de comércio e exposições, um centro de conferências, uma incubadora de tecnologia e PME, um portal de comércio digital e um centro de serviços de informação comercial. A torre adjacente possui um hotel de negócios com 148 quartos, salas para seminários e reuniões, instalações de bem-estar, um restaurante e outras comodidades auxiliares. As instalações albergam ainda escritórios para instituições financeiras e organizações políticas locais e internacionais, proporcionando um sistema completo de facilitação para o desenvolvimento comercial e empresarial em todo o continente.

Originalmente concebido para obter a certificação LEED de Ouro [LEED Gold], o AATC de Abuja superou as expectativas graças à dedicação, experiência e intencionalidade da equipa do projecto, que incluiu arquitectos, designers, engenheiros, consultores, empreiteiros e as equipas de Sustentabilidade Ambiental e Governação (ESG) e de gestão de projectos do Afreximbank. Através de um planeamento meticuloso, metodologias de construção sustentáveis de alto nível e coordenação perfeita entre as partes interessadas, o projecto obteve a certificação LEED de Platina  a 26 de Novembro de 2025, um reconhecimento que reflecte um desempenho excepcional em sustentabilidade, eficiência energética e hídrica e gestão ambiental. A certificação LEED de Platina  representa o mais alto padrão para edifícios ecológicos a nível global, significando que o AATC de Abuja cumpre critérios rigorosos em várias categorias, incluindo uso de energia, gestão da água, qualidade ambiental interna, selecção de materiais e desenvolvimento sustentável do local. Com 81 pontos conquistados, o AATC de Abuja excede o limite exigido para a certificação Platina, demonstrando que está entre os edifícios mais ambientalmente responsáveis, eficientes em termos de recursos e de alto desempenho em África.

O edifício integra características avançadas de sustentabilidade que reduzem o consumo de energia operacional em 40 a 50 por cento em comparação com edifícios convencionais. Vidros de alto desempenho, sistemas de aquecimento, ventilação e ar condicionado (HVAC) energeticamente eficientes, iluminação por díodos emissores de luz (LED) e controlos inteligentes de gestão do edifício garantem a eficiência energética, enquanto elementos de design que economizam água reduzem o consumo de água potável em pelo menos 30%, promovendo a conservação de recursos num ambiente urbano de alta demanda. Os protocolos de gestão de resíduos e reciclagem apoiam os objectivos da economia circular, e as instalações de transporte sustentável, incluindo estações de carregamento de veículos eléctricos e infra-estruturas para bicicletas, incentivam a mobilidade com baixas emissões de carbono. Estas características contribuem para a qualidade ambiental interior e estão directamente alinhadas com os Objectivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (ODS) das Nações Unidas, incluindo o ODS Sete (7) sobre energia limpa, o ODS Nove (9) sobre indústria, inovação e infra-estruturas e o ODS 13 sobre acção climática. A nível mundial, os edifícios ecológicos com esta certificação podem reduzir os custos operacionais em 8 a 9% ao ano, reforçando a sustentabilidade financeira a longo prazo.

O Administrador e Responsável Global pelo sector Imobiliário e Administração do Afreximbank, Dr. Robert Lumbuye Tomusange, afirmou que: “A obtenção da certificação LEED de Platina pelo AATC do Afreximbank de Abuja sublinha o compromisso inabalável do Afreximbank com a sustentabilidade, inovação e desenvolvimento climaticamente inteligente. Este marco demonstra que as infra-estruturas comerciais podem ser comercialmente competitivas e ambientalmente excelentes, estabelecendo uma nova referência para o panorama dos edifícios ecológicos em África.”

O AATC de Abuja é agora uma demonstração viva da visão do Afreximbank de integrar a competitividade comercial, a inovação e a sustentabilidade nas infra-estruturas comerciais de África. A sua certificação LEED de Platina promove os objectivos de responsabilidade ambiental, social e de governação (ASG) do Afreximbank, reduzindo a pegada ambiental, aumentando o valor social através de espaços de trabalho mais saudáveis e inclusivos e reforçando uma governação forte através do cumprimento de normas de sustentabilidade reconhecidas a nível mundial. O edifício serve como um modelo replicável para uma infra-estrutura comercial responsável e com baixas emissões de carbono em toda África, provando que a viabilidade comercial e a responsabilidade ambiental podem coexistir e abrindo caminho para futuros centros comerciais e empresariais climaticamente inteligentes em todo o continente.

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O Banco Africano de Exportação e Importação (Afreximbank) é uma instituição financeira multilateral pan-africana com mandato para financiar e promover o comércio intra e extra-africano. Há mais de 30 anos que o Banco utiliza estruturas inovadoras para oferecer soluções de financiamento que apoiam a transformação da estrutura do comércio africano, acelerando a industrialização e o comércio intra-regional, impulsionando assim a expansão económica em África. Apoiante firme do Acordo de Comércio Livre Continental Africano (ACLCA), o Afreximbank lançou um Sistema Pan-Africano de Pagamento e Liquidação (PAPSS) que foi adoptado pela União Africana (UA) como plataforma de pagamento e liquidação para sustentar a implementação da ZCLCA. Em colaboração com o Secretariado da ZCLCA e a UA, o Banco criou um Fundo de Ajustamento de 10 mil milhões de dólares para apoiar os países que participam de forma efectiva na ZCLCA. No final de Dezembro de 2024, o total de activos e contingências do Afreximbank ascendia a mais de 40,1 mil milhões de dólares e os seus fundos de accionistas a 7,2 mil milhões de dólares. O Afreximbank tem notações de grau de investimento atribuídas pela GCR (escala internacional) (A), Moody’s (Baa2), China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI) (AAA), Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) (A-) e Fitch (BBB-). O Afreximbank evoluiu para uma entidade de grupo que inclui o Banco, a sua subsidiária de fundo de impacto de acções, denominada Fundo para o Desenvolvimento das Exportações em África (FEDA), e a sua subsidiária de gestão de seguros, AfrexInsure (em conjunto, “o Grupo”). O Banco tem a sua sede em Cairo, Egipto.

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Afreximbank Abuja African Trade Centre Achieves Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum Certification, the highest level in green building certification

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The United States Green Building Council and Green Business Certification Inc has certified the African Export-Import Bank’s (Afreximbank) (https://Afreximbank.com/) Abuja African Trade Centre (AATC) the prestigious LEED Platinum certification, the highest global standard in sustainable building design and construction.

This milestone establishes the Abuja AATC as the first building in Nigeria, the second in West Africa and the nineteenth across Africa to attain this level of recognition. It is also among the first large-scale trade and business centres on the continent to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum, highlighting Afreximbank’s commitment to embedding sustainability, innovation, and climate-smart practices into Africa’s trade infrastructure.

The Abuja AATC comprises two interconnected nine-storey towers designed to create a comprehensive ecosystem for trade, business, and innovation. One tower houses world-class commercial grade A office spaces, a trade and exhibition centre, a conference centre, a technology and SME incubator, a digital trade gateway, and a trade information services hub. The adjoining tower features a 148-room business hotel with seminar and meeting rooms, wellness facilities, a restaurant, and other ancillary amenities. The facility also accommodates offices for local and international financial institutions and policy organizations, providing a full facilitation system for trade and business development across the continent.

Originally designed to achieve LEED Gold Certification, the Abuja AATC exceeded expectations due to the dedication, expertise, and intentionality of the project team, which included architects, designers, engineers, consultants, contractors, and Afreximbank’s Environmental Sustainability and Governance (ESG) and project management teams. Through meticulous planning, high-level sustainable construction methodologies, and seamless coordination among stakeholders, the project achieved LEED Platinum Certification on 26 November 2025, a recognition that reflects exceptional performance in sustainability, energy and water efficiency, and environmental stewardship. LEED Platinum represents the highest standard for green buildings globally, signifying that the Abuja AATC meets stringent criteria across multiple categories, including energy use, water management, indoor environmental quality, materials selection, and sustainable site development. With 81 points earned, the Abuja AATC exceeds the threshold required for Platinum certification, demonstrating that it is among the most environmentally responsible, resource-efficient, and high-performing buildings in Africa.

The building integrates advanced sustainability features that reduce operational energy consumption by 40 to 50 percent compared to conventional buildings. High-performance glazing, energy-efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, light emitting diode (LED) lighting, and intelligent building management controls ensure energy efficiency, while water-saving design elements reduce potable water use by at least 30 percent, promoting resource conservation in a high-demand urban environment. Waste management and recycling protocols support circular economy objectives, and sustainable transport facilities, including electric vehicle charging stations and bicycle infrastructure, which encourage low-carbon mobility. These features contribute to indoor environmental quality and directly align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), including SDG Seven (7) on clean energy, SDG Nine (9) on industry, innovation, and infrastructure, and SDG 13 on climate action. Globally, green buildings of this standard can lower operating costs by 8 to 9 percent annually, strengthening long-term financial sustainability.

Director and Global Head, Real Estate and Administration at Afreximbank, Dr Robert Lumbuye Tomusange said: “The Afreximbank Abuja AATC’s attainment of LEED Platinum certification underscores Afreximbank’s unwavering commitment to sustainability, innovation, and climate-smart development. This milestone demonstrates that trade infrastructure can be both commercially competitive and environmentally outstanding, setting a new benchmark for Africa’s green building landscape.”

The Abuja AATC now stands as a living demonstration of Afreximbank’s vision to integrate commercial competitiveness, innovation, and sustainability into Africa’s trade infrastructure. Its LEED Platinum certification advances Afreximbank’s ESG objectives by reducing the environmental footprint, enhancing social value through healthier and more inclusive workspaces, and reinforcing strong governance through adherence to globally recognized sustainability standards. The building serves as a replicable model for responsible, low-carbon trade infrastructure across Africa, proving that commercial viability and environmental responsibility can coexist, and paving the way for future climate-smart trade and business centres across the continent.

– on behalf of Afreximbank.

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African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is a Pan-African multilateral financial institution mandated to finance and promote intra- and extra-African trade. For over 30 years, the Bank has been deploying innovative structures to deliver financing solutions that support the transformation of the structure of Africa’s trade, accelerating industrialisation and intra-regional trade, thereby boosting economic expansion in Africa. A stalwart supporter of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), Afreximbank has launched a Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) that was adopted by the African Union (AU) as the payment and settlement platform to underpin the implementation of the AfCFTA. Working with the AfCFTA Secretariat and the AU, the Bank has set up a US$10 billion Adjustment Fund to support countries effectively participating in the AfCFTA. At the end of December 2024, Afreximbank’s total assets and contingencies stood at over US$40.1 billion, and its shareholder funds amounted to US$7.2 billion. Afreximbank has investment grade ratings assigned by GCR (international scale) (A), Moody’s (Baa2), China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI) (AAA), Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) (A-) and Fitch (BBB-). Afreximbank has evolved into a group entity comprising the Bank, its equity impact fund subsidiary called the Fund for Export Development Africa (FEDA), and its insurance management subsidiary, AfrexInsure (together, “the Group”). The Bank is headquartered in Cairo, Egypt

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Mauritania: CWP Global Close to Closing Host Government Agreement (HGA) for AMAN Green Hydrogen Project

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Green hydrogen developer CWP Global has announced it is fast-tracking the finalization of its host government agreement (HGA) with Mauritania over the company’s landmark AMAN green hydrogen project.

The announcement was made by Mike Scholey, CEO, CWP Global at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition in Dakar.

“We’re deep in negotiating host government agreements to develop this project,” stated Mike Scholey, CEO, CWP Global.

The $40 billion AMAN project aims to deploy 30 GW of renewables and produce up to 1.7 million tons of green hydrogen annually. A macroeconomic assessment projects the development could boost national GDP by 40-50% by 2030.

During the event, Dr. Stefan Kaufmann, Former Innovation Commissioner for Green Hydrogen at the German Federal Government emphasized the importance of green hydrogen development for the West African region, highlighting the resource’s potential to drive socioeconomic development and electricity access.

“If Africa chooses wisely and acts decisively, green hydrogen can become a catalyst for shared prosperity on this continent,” Dr. Kaufmann stated.

Meanwhile, Taghya Abeidarrahmane, Director of Low Carbon Hydrogen for the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy of Mauritania underscored the country’s integrated energy vision, describing green hydrogen development as a key ambition for the government.

“We see the synergy between green hydrogen and industry as a game changer in value creation, collaboration and working towards common goals in the MSGBC region,” stated Abeidarrahmane.

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Gambia National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) Urges Stronger Regional National Oil Company (NOC) Partnerships at MSGBC Energy Event

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The Gambia’s national oil company (NOC), Gambia National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), has urged regional NOCs in West Africa to partner on accelerating exploration across the country’s onshore acreage.

The call was made by Cany Jobe, Director of Exploration and Production at GNPC, during the Leveraging Frontier Discoveries for Growth in West Africa panel at MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 in Dakar on December 9.

“We are looking for partners to help us de-risk the onshore and bolster regional collaboration with NOCs, including Petrosen,” Jobe said, adding, “Onshore is where we are lagging, and we do not have much data there.”

Petrosen – Senegal’s NOC – noted that less than 10% of the MSGBC Basin has been explored and highlighted efforts to expand activities into deeper waters, where additional 3D seismic data is required.

“We see a lot of similarity in our basin with other world-class basins throughout the world, which gives us a lot of confidence,” said Abu Mbengue, Director of Exploration and Promotion, Petrosen E&P.

Mauritania’s NOC, Société Mauritanienne des Hydrocarbures (SMH), underscored the country’s track record of 11 oil and gas discoveries from more than 80 wells onshore and offshore. The NOC emphasized the scale of recent data acquisition, with over 100,000 km² of 3D seismic data now available.

“If you see the offshore of Mauritania, all petroleum systems are working well,” said Hammadi EL Hadji, Exploration Director, SMH. “The MSGBC basin is one of the greatest basins in the world and we have immense potential regarding oil and gas.”

Energy data and intelligence firm TGS – which holds one of the world’s largest multi-client libraries of geophysical and geological data – announced that it is preparing new vessels for deployment in West Africa. The company is also introducing low-frequency data sources to enhance data richness and resolution.

“Seismic is our business and we are very much built in the multi-client model,” said Robert Holden, Vice President – Africa, Mediterranean and Middle East, TGS, adding, “We also have enhancements in satellites, storage and cloud technologies.”

Elsewhere in the MSGBC region, Guinea-Bissau is experiencing renewed offshore exploration activity, driven by entries from major international companies including Apus Energy. The company holds the shallow-water Sinapa and Esperança licenses, where a well was drilled in 2024 and a potential follow-up well is under consideration for 2027.

“We have embarked on a journey to deliver a well offshore Guinea-Bissau,” said Michael Mosesyan, Drilling Manager at Apus Energy. “While we have not hit the same volumes as the Sangomar oil field, we did encounter some oil plays in the Sinapa and Esperança licenses.”

Building on the Sangomar oilfield in Senegal and the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG development along the Senegal-Mauritania maritime border, the MSGBC Basin has seen substantial growth in offshore investment. As operator of the GTA project, bp confirmed it is working with both governments to deliver Phase 2, with start-up targeted for 2027.

“In terms of future phases, bp, its partners and the governments of Senegal and Mauritania are working together to unlock the next phase in the best possible way,” said Mariama Ndao, Deputy Country Manager-Senegal, bp. “We are laser-focused in our mission to deliver the next chapter of the GTA project.”

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Des dirigeants récompensés lors de la cérémonie des MSGBC 2025 Awards qui Mettant en lumière une année de transformation dans le domaine de l’énergie régionale

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Le premier jour de la conférence et exposition MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 de cette année s’est achevé le 9 décembre par un dîner de gala et une cérémonie de remise de prix, célébrant une année de transformation pour le secteur énergétique de la région.

Alors que le Sénégal et la Mauritanie entament un nouveau chapitre en tant que producteurs de pétrole et de gaz et que le bassin du MSGBC dans son ensemble accélère ses investissements dans les hydrocarbures, les énergies renouvelables et l’hydrogène vert, la soirée a rendu hommage aux dirigeants, entreprises et institutions exceptionnels dont les contributions façonnent le paysage énergétique en pleine évolution de l’Afrique de l’Ouest.

« MSGBC, nous sommes là », a déclaré Birame Soulèye Diop, ministre de l’Énergie, du Pétrole et des Mines du Sénégal, avant d’ajouter : « Ce dont nous discutons ce soir pourrait façonner l’avenir du Sénégal. Nous écrivons une page d’histoire. »

La société sénégalaise de services d’ingénierie pétrolière et gazière Gorée Offshore-Senegal a reçu le prix d’excellence en matière de contenu local pour sa contribution exceptionnelle au renforcement des capacités nationales. En tant que société d’ingénierie locale, Gorée Offshore-Senegal est devenue un partenaire de confiance pour les grands opérateurs, remportant récemment des contrats avec MODEC, Woodside Energy et Subsea 7 dans le cadre du projet pétrolier Sangomar et du développement du GNL Greater Tortue Ahmeyim. Alors que le Sénégal vise à stimuler la production à Sangomar, à développer le traitement national et à maximiser les retombées locales dans le cadre d’un code pétrolier révisé, Gorée Offshore-Senegal se distingue par la création d’emplois hautement qualifiés, la promotion du transfert de connaissances et le soutien à l’autosuffisance nationale.

Le ministère de l’Énergie de Guinée-Conakry a reçu le prix « Renewable Energy Pioneer Award ». Le pays s’impose comme un leader régional en matière d’énergie propre grâce à d’importants projets hydroélectriques tels que Souapiti (450 MW) et Amaria (300 MW), à l’extension des infrastructures solaires, notamment le projet CleanPower Generation de 84 MW, et à des programmes ambitieux d’électrification et de modernisation visant à garantir l’accès universel à l’électricité d’ici 2030.

Pour avoir dirigé l’une des stratégies les plus ambitieuses au monde en matière d’hydrogène vert, le prix Green Hydrogen Recognition Award a été décerné à Taghiya Abeiderrahmane, directeur de l’hydrogène à faible teneur en carbone au ministère mauritanien de l’Énergie et du Pétrole. S’appuyant sur un code national pionnier en matière d’hydrogène et une feuille de route gouvernementale claire, la Mauritanie s’associe à de grands développeurs pour des projets de plusieurs gigawatts tels que AMAN (30 GW), Nour (10 GW) et Megaton Moon (60 GW), des initiatives destinées à remodeler les systèmes énergétiques régionaux et à positionner le pays comme une plaque tournante mondiale pour l’hydrogène vert, l’ammoniac et l’industrie à faible émission de carbone.

Le prix « Female Pioneer in the Industry » (Pionnière dans l’industrie) a été décerné à Cany Jobe, directrice de l’exploration et de la production à la Gambia National Petroleum Corporation, en reconnaissance de son leadership exceptionnel, de son expertise technique et de sa contribution de longue date au secteur amont en Afrique. Mme Jobe s’est imposée comme l’une des figures les plus influentes de l’Afrique de l’Ouest dans le domaine des géosciences et de l’exploration. Elle défend le développement des bassins frontaliers, encourage les initiatives de collaboration et favorise les opportunités pour les femmes tout au long de la chaîne de valeur énergétique.

Alors que la région s’achemine vers une nouvelle ère de croissance, d’intégration et de durabilité dans le domaine de l’énergie, les lauréats du prix MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 incarnent le leadership qui anime cette dynamique. Leurs réalisations soulignent la notoriété croissante du bassin MSGBC à l’échelle mondiale et renforcent le rôle de la conférence en tant que catalyseur de l’innovation, de la collaboration et du développement à long terme.

« Au MSGBC, ce qui compte vraiment au final, ce sont les gens », a déclaré NJ Ayuk, président exécutif de la Chambre africaine de l’énergie. « Ce sont les gens qui comptent. Nous tenons à remercier Petrosen d’avoir organisé cette soirée. Ils ont une grande vision, ils ont de grands objectifs et ils ont l’audace de vouloir les atteindre. C’est ce genre d’ambition qui est devenu important pour le MSGBC. »

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Leaders Honored as MSGBC 2025 Awards Spotlight a Transformative Year in Regional Energy

Source: APO

This year’s MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition concluded its opening day with a gala dinner and awards ceremony on December 9, celebrating a transformative year for the region’s energy sector. With Senegal and Mauritania entering a new chapter as oil and gas producers and the broader MSGBC basin accelerating investment across hydrocarbons, renewables and green hydrogen, the evening honored outstanding leaders, companies and institutions whose contributions are shaping West Africa’s evolving energy landscape.

“MSGBC, we are here,” stated Birame Soulèye Diop, Minister of Energy, Petroleum and Mines, Senegal, adding, “What we discuss this evening may shape the future of Senegal. We are writing a page of history.”

Senegalese oil and gas engineering services company Gorée Offshore-Senegal has received the Local Content Excellence Award for its exceptional contributions towards national capacity building. As a homegrown engineering services company, Gorée Offshore-Senegal has become a trusted partner to major operators, recently securing contracts with MODEC, Woodside Energy and Subsea 7 on the Sangomar oilfield project and Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG development. With Senegal aiming to boost production at Sangomar, expand domestic processing and maximize local benefits under a revised petroleum code, Gorée Offshore-Senegal stands out for creating high-skilled jobs, advancing knowledge transfer and supporting national self-sufficiency.

Guinea-Conakry’s Ministry of Energy was honored with the Renewable Energy Pioneer Award. The country is emerging as a regional clean energy leader through major hydropower developments such as Souapiti (450 MW) and Amaria (300 MW), expanded solar infrastructure including the 84 MW CleanPower Generation project, and ambitious electrification and modernization programs targeting universal access by 2030.

For steering one of the world’s most ambitious green hydrogen strategies, the Green Hydrogen Recognition Award was presented to Taghiya Abeiderrahmane, Director of Low Carbon Hydrogen at Mauritania’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum. Backed by a pioneering national hydrogen code and a clear government roadmap, Mauritania is partnering with major developers on multi-gigawatt projects such as AMAN (30 GW), Nour (10 GW) and Megaton Moon (60 GW) – initiatives set to reshape regional energy systems and position the country as a global hub for green hydrogen, ammonia and low-carbon industry.

The Female Pioneer in the Industry Award was presented to Cany Jobe, Director of Exploration and Production at the Gambia National Petroleum Corporation, recognizing her exceptional leadership, technical expertise and long-standing contribution to Africa’s upstream sector. Jobe has emerged as one of West Africa’s most influential geoscience and exploration leaders, championing frontier basin development, driving collaboration initiatives and advancing opportunities for women across the energy value chain.

As the region advances toward a new era of energy growth, integration and sustainability, the 2025 MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power award recipients stand as exemplars of the leadership driving that momentum. Their achievements highlight the MSGBC basin’s rising global profile and reinforce the conference’s role as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration and long-term development.

“At MSGBC, what it really comes to in the end, it comes to people,” stated NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber. “It comes to people. We want to thank Petrosen for hosting this evening. They have a big vision; they have big goals, and they have the audacity to want to accomplish them. This kind of ambition is what has become significant to MSGBC.”

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Statement of International Criminal Court (ICC) President Judge Tomoko Akane on the Occasion of Human Rights Day

Source: APO

Today, the International Criminal Court (ICC) (www.ICC-CPI.int) joins the international community in marking Human Rights Day (https://apo-opa.co/4poHdOm), a moment to reflect on the universal commitment made in 1948 to uphold the dignity and equality of all people.

This year’s theme, “Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials,”  (https://apo-opa.co/3KIGqZB) highlights the fundamental truth that human rights are not theoretical concepts. They are the conditions that allow individuals and societies to live in safety, to participate freely, and to pursue their aspirations. They are the foundations of peaceful and resilient communities.

At the ICC, we are reminded each day of the consequences when these essentials are denied. The crimes within the Court’s jurisdiction, genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and the crime of aggression, represent the gravest violations of human rights and the international rule of law. Through its judicial mandate, the Court seeks to uphold accountability for these crimes, and in doing so, to prevent future violations.

Human rights require a shared and sustained commitment. States, institutions, and individuals all play a role in ensuring that these rights are respected in practice. The work of the ICC is one part of this collective effort: to provide a forum where victims’ voices can be heard and where the law is applied impartially and independently.

On this Human Rights Day, we reaffirm that justice and human rights are closely linked. A rules-based international order, grounded in accountability, remains essential for safeguarding the rights and security of present and future generations. Together, we must uphold the commitments that form the basis of our shared humanity.

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Déclaration de la Présidente de la Cour pénale internationale (CPI), la juge Tomoko Akane, à l’occasion de la Journée des droits de l’homme

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Aujourd’hui, la Cour pénale internationale (CPI) (www.ICC-CPI.int) se joint à la communauté internationale pour célébrer la Journée des droits de l’homme (https://apo-opa.co/4prQBkf), un moment pour réfléchir à l’engagement universel pris en 1948 en faveur de la dignité de toutes les personnes.

Le thème de cette année, « Les droits humains, nos essentiels de tous les jours », (https://apo-opa.co/4oQNyRI) rappelle une réalité fondamentale : les droits humains ne sont pas des notions abstraites. Ils constituent les conditions permettant aux individus et aux sociétés de vivre en sécurité, de participer librement et de poursuivre leurs aspirations. Ils sont le socle de communautés pacifiques et résilientes.

À la CPI, nous sommes chaque jour témoins des conséquences lorsque ces essentiels sont bafoués. Les crimes relevant de la compétence de la Cour, génocide, crimes contre l’humanité, crimes de guerre et crime d’agression, représentent les atteintes les plus graves aux droits humains et à l’État de droit international. Par son mandat judiciaire, la Cour œuvre à assurer la responsabilité pour ces crimes, contribuant ainsi à la prévention de futures violations.

La promotion et la protection des droits humains exigent un engagement collectif et durable. Les États, les institutions et les individus ont chacun un rôle à jouer pour garantir que ces droits soient respectés dans la pratique. Le travail de la CPI s’inscrit dans cet effort global : offrir un cadre où les voix des victimes peuvent être entendues et où la loi est appliquée de manière impartiale et indépendante.

En cette Journée des droits de l’homme, nous réaffirmons le lien essentiel entre justice et droits humains. Un ordre international fondé sur le droit, ancré dans la responsabilité indispensable pour protéger les droits et la sécurité des générations présentes et futures. Ensemble, nous devons préserver les engagements qui forment la base de notre humanité commune.

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