Author: Victor Olayiwola

KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of the Congo, April 22, 2026 In a context where securing complex financing remains one of the main barriers to developing major infrastructure in Africa, two high-profile energy agreements have just been finalized in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), marking a decisive turning point for access to electricity and the country’s economic growth. At the heart of these operations is A-ONE PACIFIC INVESTMENTS, a discreet yet decisive strategic partner that has overseen the financial and organizational aspects of projects totaling more than USD 350 million. A decisive month for energy in the DRC In April, two major initiatives took critical…

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 22, 2026 The U.S.–Iran conflict has triggered a sharp tightening of global oil markets, with disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz constraining flows and pushing prices upward. As supply uncertainty deepens, buyers are scrambling to secure alternative barrels, elevating the strategic value of producers outside the Middle East. In theory, this creates a near-perfect opening for Venezuela – home to the world’s largest proven oil reserves – to reassert itself in global markets. But the timing raises a more complex question: is Venezuela’s recovery genuinely aligned with this geopolitical window, or is the overlap more…

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 23, 2026 As African nations increasingly adopt advanced technologies and AI to optimize operations across the mining value chain, the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) – The Most Influential Mining Conference in Africa, scheduled for October 14–16 in Cape Town – will bring together technology providers, investors, project developers and regulators to explore the digital transformation of the sector. The event will feature a dedicated panel titled Leveraging Advanced Technologies & AI to Transform Mining Practices for Sustainable Growth, highlighting the use, challenges and investment opportunities of AI within Africa’s growing mining industry. In the…

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 22, 2026 Africa Tech Festival (https://AfricaTechFestival.com/), the continent’s longest-running and most influential technology event, today announced that registration is open for the 29th edition of the event, taking place from 16 to 19 November 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in South Africa. Based on the success of last year’s event, and ongoing conversations with key stakeholders, Africa Tech Festival 2026 is structured around six interconnected pillars that reflect where investment is flowing, where innovation is accelerating, and where the biggest opportunities lie: Telecoms & Connectivity; Data Centres; AI; Cybersecurity; Startups; and Digital Transformation.…

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 22, 2026 Typhoon Greenfield Development (Typhoon) – Ghana’s first small-scale mining company compliant with London Bullion Market Association standards – is returning to this year’s edition of African Mining Week (AMW) 2026 as an Associate Sponsor. Typhoon’s participation highlights the company’s strategy to deepen engagement with global investors and advance Africa’s gold value chain at a time when the sector is experiencing unprecedented growth. Gold prices surpassed $5,000 per ounce in March 2026, prompting mineral-rich African countries to accelerate strategies aimed at maximizing the resource’s contribution to GDP growth, employment creation, beneficiation and broader economic…

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 21, 2026 Niger’s Minister of Petroleum Hamadou Tinni will take the stage at the African Energy Week (AEW) Conference and Exhibition – taking place October 12-16, 2026, in Cape Town – as the country accelerates efforts to position itself as a competitive upstream and export-driven oil producer. His participation comes at a pivotal moment for Niger’s hydrocarbons sector, as recent project developments and infrastructure expansion reshape the country’s energy landscape. Niger’s upstream expansion is anchored by projects such as those in the Agadem Rift Basin. China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) operates the Agadem oilfield, recently…

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, April 21, 2026 APO Group (https://APO-opa.com), the pan-African communications consultancy integrating advisory, execution, and proprietary news distribution, has announced the promotion of Loanette Boshoff to Chief People Officer. As strategic communications advisors to top-tier clients, APO Group’s exceptional talent base is characterised by local fluency and cultural insight built from almost two decades of operating in African markets. This reflects the company’s deliberate focus on people and culture as a business priority. Boshoff will ensure that APO Group continues to attract exceptional talent, develop leadership capability, and maintain the high-performance culture that underpins its client service. Commenting…

LAGOS, Nigeria, April 21, 2026 In line with their shared vision to drive growth and innovation in West Africa, Lagos Free Zone (LFZ) (https://LagosFreeZone.com) and CEVA Logistics have announced the signing of a Joint Venture (JV) agreement. This partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing integrated logistics solutions in Nigeria and the broader West Africa region. The agreement, which has been approved by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) of Nigeria, was formally signed recently. CEVA Logistics will hold a majority stake in the newly established joint venture. This collaboration brings together CEVA Logistics’ extensive global network and…

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 21, 2026 Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (https://EnergyCapitalPower.com) has officially launched Prospect – a dedicated newsroom delivering structured news and reporting on the energy and mining sectors. The move marks an evolution from ECP’s foundations in media and African events into a more focused global news platform. Prospect is now the group’s independent, online platform for comprehensive and timely coverage of energy and mining in Africa, Europe, the MENA region and the Americas. As global energy and mining landscapes grow more complex, the need for clear and reliable reporting has intensified. Prospect responds to this…

PARIS, France, April 20, 2026 Cany Jobe, Director General of the Gambia Petroleum Commission, will join industry leaders at this week’s Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris, bringing into focus one of West Africa’s most promising frontier exploration markets. As global investors increasingly look to diversify portfolios and secure early-stage opportunities, The Gambia is re-emerging as a compelling play within the MSGBC Basin – one of the most active hydrocarbon regions worldwide. At IAE 2026, the country will be featured in a dedicated MSGBC spotlight session, highlighting basin-wide developments and growing alignment between emerging and producing markets. With…