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Minister of State for International Cooperation Stresses Urgent Need for Innovative Social Protection Solutions

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha, November 3, 2025

HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad emphasized the urgent need for innovative social protection solutions, particularly those targeting vulnerable groups requiring special care during conflicts.

In her remarks during the “Innovative Social Protection Systems” session at the Doha Solutions Forum for Social Development, held Monday as part of the Second World Summit for Social Development hosted by Qatar from November 4 to 6, Her Excellency said that Qatar has shifted from traditional to innovative solutions in addressing the escalating armed conflicts and disputes on the international stage. She noted the country’s commitment to assisting groups such as women, people with disabilities, and children.

Her Excellency stated that these solutions cannot be implemented by a single partner without strategic partnerships, highlighting Qatar’s heavy reliance on such partnerships with other stakeholders, including governments and the private sector.

She also explained that Qatar has adopted smart digital solutions through financial transfers via UN partners such as the World Food Programme (WFP) and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, as well as many other partners.

Her Excellency added that Qatar has relied on the creative economy, which allows communities to invest in this field and achieve self-sufficiency and independence. Many of these methods have proven their effectiveness in providing aid, such as those related to Gaza, which is considered one of the most challenging areas, as well as Sudan and Yemen.
Her Excellency stated that Qatar strives to invest in human capital, both nationally and internationally, noting its long-standing efforts to empower women and people with disabilities and develop solutions tailored to their specific needs and circumstances. She added that Qatar always offers a unique solution to every challenge.

Her Excellency also stressed that international cooperation and the integration of efforts between partner countries and organizations represent a fundamental pillar for achieving sustainable development.

She noted that the State of Qatar’s experience embodies an inspiring model in combining innovation and humanity, through development initiatives that adopt modern technology and artificial intelligence to improve the quality of services and expand opportunities for community participation, thereby consolidating the human-based development approach and supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

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The African Development Bank Group and the Republic of Congo strengthen partnership for economic diversification and regional integration

Source: APO

As part of efforts to strengthen the partnership between the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and the Republic of Congo, and to advance preparations for the Bank Group’s Annual Meetings scheduled to take place in the capital Brazzaville in May 2026, a high-level delegation from the Bank visited the country from 26 to 28 October 2025.

The delegation, led by Senior Vice President Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade, met with the President of the Republic of Congo, Denis Sassou Nguesso, in Brazzaville. Discussions underscored the excellent relationship between the Bank and Congo, as well as the shared desire to intensify cooperation in support of President Sassou Nguesso’s vision for the country’s economic transformation, as outlined in the 2022–2026 National Development Plan. The discussions also highlighted national priorities in terms of economic diversification, infrastructure development, energy, agriculture and regional integration.

During the mission, the Bank Group Vice President and her delegation also held talks with several members of the government, including Jean Jacques Bouya, Minister of State and Minister of Land Use Planning and Public Works, and Ludovic Ngatsé, Minister of Planning, Statistics and Regional Integration.

These various meetings provided an opportunity to discuss several strategic cooperation issues and take stock of the progress made in preparations for the 2026 Annual Meetings of the Bank Group. The mission concluded with a visit to the site of the national data centre project being financed by the Bank (https://apo-opa.co/3JrhYLJ) in Brazzaville. The delegation was accompanied on the tour by Minister Ngatsé, and Mr Léon Juste Ibombo, Minister of Post, Telecommunications and the Digital Economy.

“This high-level mission marks a new stage in the exemplary partnership between the Republic of Congo and the African Development Bank. It reflects our shared desire to consolidate our achievements and accelerate the implementation of core projects included in the 2022–2026 National Development Plan. We welcome the Bank’s continued support for our vision of economic diversification, agricultural transformation and regional integration, which are central to Congo’s future prosperity,” said Minister Ludovic Ngatsé, who is also the Bank Group Governor for the Republic of Congo.

Ms Akin-Olugbade praised the quality of the discussions and reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to supporting Congo in its transformation process. “We were able to review the status of our cooperation, which is excellent and focuses on supporting Congo in implementing the vision of the President of the Republic. Our discussions focused on flagship projects in the transport, energy and agriculture sectors, as well as regional initiatives that will help strengthen economic integration and lay a solid foundation for the African Continental Free Trade Area, starting in Central Africa,” said the Senior Vice President.

Towards the success of the 2026 Annual Meetings

The preparations for the hosting of the 2026 Annual Meetings are under the supervision of the National Preparatory Committee, headed by Minister of State Jean Jacques Bouya. Ms Akin-Olugbade welcomed the signing of the memorandum of understanding for the hosting, which took place during the first preparatory mission by the Bank to Brazzaville in September 2025, describing the milestone as a demonstration of Congo’s commitment to the success of the event.

The 2026 Annual Meetings will provide a unique platform to promote the Congo’s economic potential and highlight its major reforms and infrastructure developments.

With an active portfolio of $223 million, consisting entirely of sovereign operations, the African Development Bank Group remains a trusted partner of Congo. Its interventions support regional integration infrastructure—notably the Ndendé-Dolisie and Ketta-Djoum roads—as well as the deployment of fibre optic cables between Congo, Cameroon and the Central African Republic.

The Bank’s mission also highlighted the priority given to economic diversification, particularly in agriculture, with the acceleration of the Integrated Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (https://apo-opa.co/3LlQSpM) in Congo (PRODIVAC), and the strengthening of protected agricultural zones (ZAP), in order to boost productivity, increase food security, and promote sustainable employment for women and young people.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Development Bank Group (AfDB).

Contact:
Pascale Essama Messanga
Communications and External Relations Department
African Development Bank
media@afdb.org

About the African Development Bank Group:
The African Development Bank Group is Africa’s premier development finance institution. It comprises three distinct entities: the African Development Bank (AfDB), the African Development Fund (ADF), and the Nigeria Trust Fund (NTF). Represented in 41 African countries, with an external office in Japan, the Bank contributes to the economic development and social progress of its 54 regional member states. For more information: www.AfDB.org.

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HyDeal Ambition to Drive Green Hydrogen Dialogue as Strategic Partner at MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025

Source: APO

Thierry Lepercq, Founder and President of HyDeal Ambition – a platform uniting 30 companies across the entire green hydrogen value chain – will speak at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition, taking place from December 8–10 in Dakar, where the company will also participate as a Strategic Partner.

Building on its success in Europe, HyDeal Ambition is expanding into Africa through its HyDeal Africa partnership with Morocco-based renewable energy developer Gaia Energy, targeting large-scale, low-cost green hydrogen production for export to Europe. With an initial focus on Morocco and Mauritania, the initiative positions Mauritania as a key green hydrogen hub, supported by exceptional wind and solar resources and close proximity to European markets.

Through a joint feasibility study, HyDeal Ambition and Gaia Energy are assessing a subsea hydrogen pipeline linking Mauritania and Morocco to Spain – a critical step toward establishing an integrated green hydrogen corridor connecting Africa and Europe. The project aligns with the EU’s target to import 10 million tons of green hydrogen by 2030.

HyDeal Ambition’s vertically integrated model – proven through HyDeal España, a 4.8 GW solar and 3.3 GW electrolyzer project currently under development in Spain – aims to deliver green hydrogen at costs competitive with fossil fuels. Its expansion into Mauritania builds on the country’s rapidly growing renewable energy portfolio, including the planned 30 GW Aman, 10 GW Project Nour and 6.6 GW Megaton Moon developments.

Lepercq is set to share insights from HyDeal’s European and African ventures, outlining strategies to scale cost-competitive green hydrogen production and infrastructure across the MSGBC region, where countries such as Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Guinea-Conakry are advancing complementary hydrogen and renewable initiatives.

“HyDeal Ambition’s participation at MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 highlights the growing momentum behind West Africa’s green hydrogen drive,” said Sandra Jeque, Project Director at Energy Capital & Power. “With Mauritania and its neighbors advancing large-scale renewable and hydrogen projects, HyDeal’s integrated model and European experience will provide valuable insights into developing competitive, export-ready hydrogen value chains across the region.”

Explore opportunities, foster partnerships and stay at the forefront of the MSGBC region’s oil, gas and power sectors. Visit www.MSGBCOilGasandPower.com to secure your participation at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@EnergyCapitalPower.com.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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Qatar Expresses Solidarity with Afghanistan in Facing the Aftermath of the Earthquake Struck the North of the Country

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha, November 03, 2025

The State of Qatar expresses its solidarity with Afghanistan in facing the repercussions of the earthquake that struck the northern part of the country, resulting in hundreds of fatalities and injuries.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs extends the condolences of the State of Qatar to the families of the victims, the caretaker government, and the people of Afghanistan, while wishing a swift recovery for the injured.

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African countries need strong development banks: how they can push back against narrative to weaken them

Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Misheck Mutize, Post Doctoral Researcher, Graduate School of Business (GSB), University of Cape Town

A quiet but consequential contest is playing out in the global financial architecture. One that could determine Africa’s ability to finance its own development.

In recent months, powerful voices from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Paris Club and US investment bank JP Morgan have questioned the preferred creditor status of African multilateral development finance institutions. These institutions include the Africa Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the Trade and Development Bank (TDB).

Preferred creditor status is a long-standing practice in global finance. It gives multilateral development finance institutions priority in being repaid when a country faces financial distress. The idea is simple. These institutions lend to promote development. During crises, they step in with counter cyclical lending – increasing support when commercial creditors pull out.

This reliability depends on their strong credit ratings, which in turn rest on the assurance that they will be repaid even when others are not. That assurance is what the preferred creditor status guarantees. The World Bank, IMF and regional development banks in Asia and Latin America all enjoy this protection as a matter of practice. Borrowers respect it because breaching it would threaten their access to future concessional lending – loans offered on much lower interest rates and other terms.

The voices against African multilateral finance institutions argue that they are too small to deserve preferred creditor status. Or that, unlike the World Bank and IMF, they do not lend at concessional rates. JP Morgan has even warned that Africa’s development banks might lose their status altogether.

The debate about the preferred creditor status of Africa’s multilateral development finance institutions may sound technical. It is not. If left unchallenged, this narrative could justify the continued high interest rates Africa faces on international markets.

Drawing on decades of researching Africa’s capital markets and the institutions that govern them, I recommend that African governments must reaffirm and defend the preferred creditor status of multilateral development banks. African multilateral development banks must also act collectively to defend their credibility. And the African Union must embed the preferred creditor status of the continent’s development banks in its financial sovereignty agenda.

Unwritten privilege vs law

For the IMF, World Bank and Paris Club, the preferred creditor status is an unwritten privilege. For African multilateral development banks, it is law.

The founding treaties of Afreximbank, the African Development Bank and TDB explicitly enshrine this status. These treaties are registered under Article 102 of the UN Charter, making them binding under international law. African member states have also ratified them into law, domestically.

This makes the status of African multilateral development banks more legally secure than that of Bretton Woods institutions. Yet it is the African banks whose status is now described as “uncertain” or “controversial”.

African governments must correct this perception. The African Union and its members have already endorsed this principle, but stronger, coordinated public statements are needed, especially from finance ministers and central banks. The aim will be to reassure investors that these protections are real, enforceable and backed by political will.

Collective action

Institutions such as Afreximbank, the AfDB, TDB, Shelter Afriqué Development Bank and the Africa Finance Corporation have grown rapidly. Together, they hold more than US$640 billion in assets, expanding by about 15% a year. They have mobilised billions from global capital markets and stepped up lending when global finance withdrew. They have diversified into the panda bonds in China, proving their resilience and capacity to tap into nontraditional capital markets.

Their success, however, has attracted resistance. International creditors and rating agencies have started questioning their preferred creditor status, describing it as “weak” or “shaky”. This has real consequences. It weakens investor confidence. Investors demand higher returns, raising the cost of borrowing for the banks and, by extension, for African countries, based on a risk factor that does not exist.

To counter this, African multilateral development banks must coordinate their responses. The newly formed Association of African Multilateral Financial Institutions is a promising platform. It should be more active and become the unified voice defending the preferred creditor status. It should be used to issue joint legal opinions, engage directly with credit rating agencies and Paris Club members, and run global investor education campaigns that clarify the legal standing and strong performance of African multilateral development banks. The continent’s development banks must speak with one voice. Silence allows others to define their credibility.

Continent’s financial sovereignty

Protecting preferred creditor status is about more than technical finance. It is about sovereignty. Africa is building its own financial ecosystem through the African Credit Rating Agency. The other financial institutions in the ecosystem – which aren’t yet operational – are the African Central Bank, African Investment Bank and African Monetary Fund. Their purpose will be to reduce dependence on external actors and keep Africa’s development agenda in African hands.

A battle of perception

Global finance runs on perception which is shaped by narratives. Those who control the narratives control the cost of money. If the preferred creditor status of African multilateral development banks continues to be misrepresented, Africa’s access to affordable finance will remain hostage to external opinion rather than legal reality.

It will also weaken African development banks just as they are becoming more effective. Their ability to borrow cheaply and on favourable terms depends on their credit ratings, which rest on the assumption that they will be repaid first in case of distress. If that assumption is shaken, borrowing costs will rise.

By reaffirming the legal basis of the preferred creditor status of African multilateral development banks, coordinating their response and embedding this status in the AU’s financial sovereignty framework, African governments and multilateral development lenders can protect one of the most important tools for affordable development finance.

This is not just about defending institutions, it’s about defending Africa’s right to finance its own future on fair terms.

– African countries need strong development banks: how they can push back against narrative to weaken them
– https://theconversation.com/african-countries-need-strong-development-banks-how-they-can-push-back-against-narrative-to-weaken-them-267989

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West Africa’s Major Energy Stakeholders to Lead on Clean Energy Conversation

Source: APO – Report:

Ghana’s Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has been confirmed as Patron of the West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit (WAECS), to be held in Accra from 2–3 December 2025. The Summit brings together regional government leaders, investors, and industry partners to showcase investment opportunities and regional energy integration developments set to transform the region by 2030. 

This year, the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) joins as Lead Sponsor, alongside Endeavour Energy and Denham Capital as Sponsors, underscoring their commitment to driving sustainable energy investments and regional cooperation across Africa. 

“ATIDI is strengthening its footprint in Africa by supporting investments that not only advance energy access but also drive economic growth. The organization provides credit and political risk insurance across key economic sectors of the continent, with a gross exposure of approximately USD 8.9 billion as of December 2024. Through its Regional Liquidity Support Facility (RLSF), a blended finance guarantee instrument, ATIDI enables Independent Power Producers to mitigate payment risks. Recent projects supported, such as the 42MW Sokodé solar PV plant in Togo, highlight ATIDI’s role in fostering clean energy and increased investor confidence in the region,” said Aliyu Alhassan Yahaya, RLSF Underwriter. 

The Summit will mobilise finance and support deeper collaboration across the ECOWAS regional integration agenda and Ghana’s ambition to be a regional energy distribution hub. It will provide a platform for stakeholders to explore opportunities in renewables, gas-to-power, regional interconnectivity, and digitalisation of energy systems. 

Discussions will also focus on financing and de-risking clean energy projects, advancing regional power trade and transmission infrastructure, and accelerating private sector participation in off-grid and distributed energy markets. Delegates will explore how innovation and digital technologies can improve energy efficiency, grid reliability, and access across both urban and rural communities. 

Ghana’s Energy Transition Framework charts a path to net-zero emissions by 2070, focusing on cleaner generation, efficiency, and expanding renewables, especially solar. Incentives for private investment and off-grid projects aim to boost access and sustainability. Natural gas remains pivotal for regional baseload power, and as Ghana strengthens cross-border power trade, attracts climate finance, and modernises its grid, officials say the goal is to build a resilient, competitive energy sector that drives inclusive growth and industrialisation, similar to what is seen in Southern Africa. 

Among the key public and private sector participants joining the WAECS 2025 agenda are H.E. Honourable Jeremiah Kpan Koung, Vice President of the Republic of Liberia; H.E. Honourable John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy & Green Transition, Ghana; H.E. Honourable Dr. Dele Alake, Minister for Solid Minerals Development, Nigeria; H.E. Honourable Nani Juwara, Minister of Petroleum, Energy & Mines, Gambia; and H.E. Honourable Biodun Ogunleye, Commissioner for Energy & Mineral Resources, Lagos State Government, Nigeria. They will be joined by leading utility and regulatory figures including Edward Obeng-Kenzo, Acting CEO of the Volta River Authority (VRA), Ghana; Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, MD & CEO of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN); Bangaly Maty, Energy & Infrastructure Adviser, Prime Minister’s Office, Guinea; Pamoussa Ouedraogo, Permanent Secretary of the National Council for Sustainable Development, Burkina Faso; Eunice Biritwum, Acting Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, Ghana; Sulemana Abubakari, Acting Director of Power; and Yussif Sulemana, Technical Advisor to the Minister of Petroleum, Ghana. Also contributing to the conversation will be Gridworks Partners, Cenpower Generation, Wärtsilä Marine & Power Services Nigeria, ATIDI, SEforALL, Bboxx, Stanbic Bank Ghana, Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC). 

H.E. Honourable John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy & Green Transition, Ghana, said: “Ghana is committed to regional energy cooperation, sustainable development, and a just energy transition, so we are honoured to host the West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit.” He added: “We are also pleased to host YES! On The Road Ghana on 3–4 December. This initiative aligns with Ghana’s focus on youth empowerment and skills development under the Energy Transition Framework. It will inspire and equip the next generation of African energy leaders by connecting young talents with experienced mentors, innovators, and investors.” 

WAECS 2025, taking place in Accra from 2–3 December 2025, will be held under the theme “Building Regional Resilience.” 

YES! On The Road Ghana follows on 3–4 December, featuring a full day of dynamic, interactive sessions designed to empower and connect young professionals shaping Africa’s energy future. 

– on behalf of EnergyNet Ltd..

For media enquiries and partnership opportunities, please contact:
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Poliana@energynet.co.uk. 

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OMEGA unveils countdown clock to mark one year to go until Dakar 2026

Source: APO – Report:

In the beating heart of downtown Dakar, OMEGA (https://apo-opa.co/47T61aO) unveiled the official countdown clock for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) (https://apo-opa.co/43cWJUB), igniting excitement as the city marks 365 days to go until this historic event. The dramatic reveal signals the start of the countdown to the first Olympic sporting event ever to take place on African soil. With a vibrant ceremony at Dakar Gare, OMEGA – a Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner – underscored its commitment to the Olympic Movement and celebrated the growing anticipation for Dakar 2026 across Africa.

Attending the special ceremony to mark the occasion were International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry; Raynald Aeschlimann, President and CEO of OMEGA; Mamadou Ndiaye, President of the Dakar 2026 Youth Organising Committee (YOGOC); and Ibrahima Wade, General Coordinator of the YOGOC.

Speaking at the unveiling, President Coventry underlined the significance of the moment for the Olympic Movement and for Africa.

“Dakar 2026 was created from the vision of bringing the Youth Olympic Games to every corner of the world, placing them at the heart of Africa’s transformation,” she said. “We feel energised as the occasion draws nearer, and as OMEGA begins the countdown. We extend our heartfelt thanks to OMEGA for their unwavering partnership and commitment to the Olympic values. We can’t wait to welcome the world’s most promising athletes to a competition that could launch their sporting careers and transform their lives within seconds.”

Reflecting on the company’s role as the Official Timekeeper of the Olympic, Paralympic and Youth Olympic Games, Aeschlimann emphasised how OMEGA was proud to contribute its expertise to this historic occasion.

“It’s an honour for OMEGA to be involved in this upcoming IOC event,” he said. “Dakar 2026 feels like a significant moment for the global growth of sport, and we look forward to bringing our Official Timekeeper expertise to the occasion. At the Youth Olympic Games, we always witness the beginning of many incredible athletic careers, and I’m certain that next year’s historic events in Senegal will see many more young talents on the rise.”

Ndiaye, meanwhile, underlined how the unveiling of the countdown clock symbolised the growing anticipation as Senegal prepares to host the world.

“This edition of the Youth Olympic Games will be unlike any other,” he said. “With hosting taking place in Africa, there will be such a rich and vibrant culture surrounding the full programme. It’s special to be here with OMEGA and to actually see that Dakar 2026 is now getting closer every day.”

Mr. Wade said, “There is already so much motivation behind Dakar 2026, and today’s countdown gives everyone a boost of momentum for the year ahead. We thank OMEGA for their positivity and look forward to working together towards the start line.” 

The unveiling continues OMEGA’s long tradition of marking key milestones on the road to each edition of the Olympic, Paralympic and Youth Olympic Games with special countdown clocks. As Official Timekeeper at Dakar 2026, the Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner will once again bring advanced systems, including photofinish cameras, electronic starting pistols and quantum timers, to ensure that every result at the YOG is recorded with absolute accuracy.

Taking place from 31 October to 13 November 2026, Dakar 2026 will be the fourth summer edition of the YOG, welcoming around 2,700 athletes aged up to 17 years old to compete in 153 events across three host sites: Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly.

– on behalf of International Olympic Committee (IOC).

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Mauritania’s Energy and Petroleum Minister Joins MSGBC 2025 Amid Bold Investment Drive

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Mohamed Ould Khaled, Minister of Energy and Petroleum, Mauritania, has joined the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 Conference & Exhibition, scheduled for 8–10 December 2025 in Dakar, Senegal. During the event, Minister Ould Khaled is expected to showcase opportunities for investment across both domestic and export-oriented markets at a time when the country is advancing both hydrocarbon and renewable energy projects.

Minister Ould Khaled’s participation comes on the back of several project milestones reached in 2025, paving the way for future deals and collaborations. In May 2025, the country exported the first LNG cargo from the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) project, marking the country’s emergence as an LNG exporter. Phase 1 of the ultra-deepwater development, straddling the Mauritania–Senegal maritime border, is designed to produce about 2.3 million tons per annum (mtpa) of LNG. The project is now turning towards its second phase, which will increase capacity to 5 mtpa.

GTA is expected to serve as a driver for domestic economic growth by providing a reliable source of energy to support power generation. The country is already implementing measures to expand its domestic electricity generation capacity using GTA gas. In August 2025, the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum launched a tender for a 230 MW gas-fired power plant, including associated gas pipeline and electrical infrastructure. In addition, two Independent Power Producer projects tied to GTA gas are expected to contribute a combined 550 MW to the national grid, supporting industrial expansion, mining growth and broader economic diversification.

GTA is also expected to serve as a launchpad for future LNG projects. The country is currently seeking partners to develop the BirAllah project, estimated to hold up to 80 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves. MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 represents a strategic platform for the country to engage potential investors to advance the project.

In the green hydrogen sector, Mauritania is advancing projects under efforts to position itself as a clean‑energy hub. In March 2025, renewable energy company CWP Global completed key geological, hydrogeological and seabed bathymetric studies to support infrastructure siting for the 30 GW AMAN Project. The project aims to produce up to 1.7 million tons of green hydrogen and 10 million tons of green ammonia annually, powered by solar and wind resources in Mauritania’s northern desert and coastal regions.

Meanwhile, the 10 GW Project Nour, developed by Chariot Green Hydrogen in partnership with TE H2 – a joint venture between oil major TotalEnergies and renewable energy company EREN Group – continues its feasibility phase, with a first phase expected to produce approximately 150,000 tons of green hydrogen annually by 2030. These initiatives reflect the government’s ambition to diversify Mauritania’s energy production and support large-scale industrial projects.

“Mauritania’s energy sector is entering a transformative era, with natural gas and green hydrogen developments creating opportunities for investment and collaboration. Recent project milestones are not only a testament to the viability for large-scale investments in the country but offer a strong foundation for future developments across the broader MSGBC region,” said Sandra Jeque, Project Director, Energy Capital & Power.

– on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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Guinean Bauxite Exports to Remain Strong in 2026

Source: APO – Report:

Guinea-Conakry’s bauxite sector is entering 2026 under the shadow of a record-breaking 2025, following an unprecedented Q1 surge that has set expectations for the coming year. Trade data shows that the country exported 48.6 million tons of bauxite in Q1 2025 (https://apo-opa.co/4oO3R1Z) – a 39% increase from Q1 2024 – driven by surging Chinese demand and expanded port infrastructure. The momentum provides key insights into potential trajectories for 2026, signaling both opportunity and risk for investors and operators. 

The export boom was largely propelled by China’s growing aluminum production, which rose 4% during the first five months of 2025 amid a rebound in construction and manufacturing. Chinese-backed mining operators in Guinea such as Société Minière de Boké and Chalco led the export surge while new mining entrants – including AGB2A, Dynamic Mining and AMC – further contributed to volumes, showing the sector’s continued expansion and attractiveness. 

Port Expansion, Logistics Upgrades 

Infrastructure development will be a critical driver for Guinea-Conakry in 2026. The country nearly doubled its port capacity in 2025, from five to nine export-ready facilities, alleviating bottlenecks and supporting higher throughput. This infrastructure boom is set to drive a reliably, modern system capable of sustaining higher output and scaling with global demand. 

The Guinean government’s proactive policies further enhance investment prospects. Measures such as the domestic shipping mandate and the planned Guinea Bauxite Index demonstrate a commitment to structured, transparent value-chain management, ensuring that revenue benefits remain predictable while strengthening the domestic economy. Regulatory clarity around key initiatives, including in-country alumina refining projects like China’s State Power Investment Corporation’s, also signals a strong push toward local value addition. 

Sector Expansion 

Looking ahead to 2026, Guinea-Conakry’s bauxite sector is on track for continued growth, underpinned by robust export volumes, sustained global demand and targeted government initiatives aimed at capturing greater value from the country’s mineral resources. While exposure to global market dynamics remains, the strong performance in Q1 2025, combined with ongoing infrastructure upgrades and regulatory reforms, signals a resilient and expanding industry. 

For investors, Guinea-Conakry offers a strong investment outlook. The country has record-setting bauxite export capacity, upgraded logistics and port infrastructure, and government-backed policies supporting sector growth. With direct access to major global bauxite and aluminum markets, Guinea-Conakry’s bauxite industry is expected to be a key topic at the upcoming MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition in Dakar, where regional investment opportunities will be highlighted. Taking place December 8-10, 2025, the event offers a strategic platform for investors to engage with Guinea’s mining opportunities. 

Explore opportunities, foster partnerships and stay at the forefront of the MSGBC region’s oil, gas and power sector. Visit www.MSGBCOilGasAndPower.com to secure your participation at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com. 

– on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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