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11/12/2025

The MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 Conference and Exhibition concluded on 10 December in Dakar, marking one of the most dynamic editions of the event to date. Over three days, government leaders, global investors, and industry executives made major announcements and shared innovative energy insights, highlighting the basin’s progress toward energy self-sufficiency, infrastructure expansion, and accelerated low-carbon development.

Hosted by Energy Capital & Power in partnership with the Ministère de l'Energie, du Pétrole et des Mines - MEPM, Petrosen Exploration & Production | Senegal National Oil Company, African Energy Chamber and COS PETROGAZ, the fourth edition opened with a Presidential Address from H.E. Bassirou Diomaye Faye, setting the tone for regional integration, energy sovereignty, and investment-led growth.

Highlights across the three days included:
◾A Pre-Conference Day of targeted technical workshops and a closed-door CEO Assembly.
◾A Grand Opening and high-level ministerial dialogue featuring leaders from across the MSGBC region.
◾Strategic and technical sessions unpacking upstream opportunities, gas monetisation, gas-to-power pathways, refining and downstream expansion, critical minerals, renewables, and local content.
◾An exhibition floor showcasing the solutions and innovations shaping the basin’s next phase of development.
◾The Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, celebrating the champions driving a transformative year for West Africa’s energy future.

Thank you to our sponsors, partners, speakers, exhibitors, and delegates for making such a success. See you in Dakar in 2026!

🎥Stay up to date with the latest news from the conference by following or visiting: https://lnkd.in/dcgFPfVK

Join Société Africaine de Raffinage - SAR during the MSGBC 2025 pre-conference for an engaging workshop on “Implementing...
08/12/2025

Join Société Africaine de Raffinage - SAR during the MSGBC 2025 pre-conference for an engaging workshop on “Implementing a Digital Transformation,” taking place from 13:30-14:00 at the Terrou-Bi Hotel, Dakar.

This workshop will cover the first six months establishing an IS Direction; Initial diagnostic of IT/OT systems, processes, and capabilities; managing expectations and preparing for a 2025–2027 transformation roadmap; Building foundational capabilities: cybersecurity, SOC, in-house development team; and more.

Presented by:
🔹Idrissa Cissé, Director of Information Systems, Digital Transformation, and Innovation, Société Africaine de Raffinage (SAR)

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 features a multi-track program consisting of a Pre-Conference Day on 8 December, followed by two days of strategic sessions, exhibitions and the Gala Dinner (9–10 December), concluding with complimentary excursions for delegates on 11 December.

📌 Book your spot: https://hubs.la/Q03Xds2H0
📌 Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities: https://hubs.la/Q03Xdt0s0

Terrou Bi Resort

Rachelle Kasongo, Event and Project Director, is in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, and will be there until 12 D...
08/12/2025

Rachelle Kasongo, Event and Project Director, is in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, and will be there until 12 December 2025 to discuss participation, sponsorship, and exhibition opportunities for the upcoming events, including:

DRC Energy Week 2026, taking place in March
African Mining Week (AMW) 2026, taking place 16–18 November

AMW 2026 positions itself as the key platform to accelerate investment, technology adoption, and sustainable development across the mining sector. This event will bring together stakeholders from across Africa and the globe to drive meaningful dialogue, forge new partnerships, and unlock the continent’s mining potential.

📩 Reach out via email at [email protected] or visit https://hubs.la/Q03XdrDL0, for more information.

Join SEPCO Industries during the MSGBC 2025 pre-conference for an engaging workshop on Reducing Environmental Liabilitie...
08/12/2025

Join SEPCO Industries during the MSGBC 2025 pre-conference for an engaging workshop on Reducing Environmental Liabilities in the MSGBC Basin: Modern Approaches to Oil & Gas Waste Management,” taking place from 13:00-13:30 at the Terrou-Bi Hotel, Dakar.

The workshop will focus on practical steps for implementing modern waste management systems in the MSGBC region, SEPCO’s capabilities through real case studies and lessons learned, what “good practice” looks like for operators in 2025; and more.

Presenters inlcude:
🔸Wilfred B. Johnson, Waste Manager, SEPCO Industries
🔸Fatoumata Thiam, Waste Co-ordinator, SEPCO Industries

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 features a multi-track program consisting of a Pre-Conference Day on 8 December, followed by two days of strategic sessions, exhibitions and the Gala Dinner (9–10 December), concluding with complimentary excursions for delegates on 11 December.

📌Book your spot: https://hubs.la/Q03XdlQZ0
📌 Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities: https://hubs.la/Q03XdjH20

Terrou Bi Resort

The Pre-conference Day of MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power Conference & Exhibition 2025 kicks off today.As delegates gather in Dak...
08/12/2025

The Pre-conference Day of MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power Conference & Exhibition 2025 kicks off today.

As delegates gather in Dakar, Senegal, the Terrou-Bi Hotel will host a full day of specialized workshops designed to enhance technical capabilities, strengthen practical skills and advance industry knowledge across the entire energy value chain.

Pre-Conference workshops include:
🔸 10h00–12h00 | SPE Workshop
🔸 13h00–13h30 | Reducing Environmental Liabilities in the MSGBC Basin: Modern Approaches to Oil & Gas Waste Management, hosted by SEPCO Industries
🔸 13h30–14h00 | Implementing a Digital Transformation, hosted by LA SOCIETE AFRICAINE DE RAFFINAGE
🔸 14h00–15h00 | CEO Assembly — Closed-Door Roundtable (by invitation only)

Engage with business experts including:
🔹Dr. Riverson Oppong, Africa Director, SPE
🔹Larry Velasco, Africa New Venture Manager, SLB
🔹Wilfred B. Johnson, Waste Manager, SEPCO Industries
🔹Idrissa Cissé, Director of Information Systems, Digital Transformation & Innovation, Société Africaine de Raffinage; and more.

The Pre-Conference Day will conclude with the Welcome Cocktail, hosted by Forvis Mazars and Gazier du Sénégal, at the Terrou-Bi Hotel from 18h30–21h00. This exclusive event provides delegates who have RSVP’d with the opportunity to foster relationships, engage with global industry leaders, and establish strategic partnerships in a relaxed and collaborative setting.

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 features a multi-track program consisting of a Pre-Conference Day on 8 December, followed by two days of strategic sessions, exhibitions and the Gala Dinner (9–10 December), concluding with complimentary excursions for delegates on 11 December.

📌 Book your spot: https://hubs.la/Q03Xd0730
📌 Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities: https://hubs.la/Q03Xd0tt0

Society of Petroleum Engineers Terrou Bi Resort

The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing €39 million to expand Cabo Verde’s Cabeólica Wind Energy project, raisin...
03/12/2025

The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing €39 million to expand Cabo Verde’s Cabeólica Wind Energy project, raising its contribution to national electricity from 20% to 30%. The expansion adds 13.5 MW of wind power on Santiago and 26 MWh of battery storage across four islands, supported by the African Development Bank, the government, and local partners.

Read Further: https://hubs.la/Q03WDqjl0

“European expertise is helping Cabo Verde secure cleaner, more reliable energy,” said EU Ambassador Sylvie Millot. Cabeólica, with four wind farms and battery storage, was initially developed with a €28 million EIB loan in 2010.

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TotalEnergies and its partners will provide extra equity for the Mozambique LNG project, replacing UK Export Finance and...
03/12/2025

TotalEnergies and its partners will provide extra equity for the Mozambique LNG project, replacing UK Export Finance and Atradius funding after force majeure was lifted. Developing the Golfinho and Atum fields with two trains totaling 13.1 Mt/year, the project’s cost has risen $4.5 B since its $15.4 B 2020 financing. Production is targeted for 2028.

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Perenco's subsidiary PetroChad Mangara (PCM) has completed a 12-well drilling campaign at the Badila oilfield in souther...
03/12/2025

Perenco's subsidiary PetroChad Mangara (PCM) has completed a 12-well drilling campaign at the Badila oilfield in southern Chad, including eight horizontal wells, three water-disposal wells and one appraisal well. PCM also installed gas turbines to boost power generation and upgraded processing facilities.

Read Full Article: https://hubs.la/Q03WCYLS0

Production from the Badila and Mangara fields has now exceeded 18,000 bpd, surpassing the 16,000 bpd post-restart target. The GWDC rig has since been moved to PCM’s Krim development in the Doba Basin for a new eight-well campaign.

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TotalEnergies has agreed to transfer its 40% stake in Nigeria’s offshore licenses PPL 2000 and PPL 2001 to Chevron's sub...
03/12/2025

TotalEnergies has agreed to transfer its 40% stake in Nigeria’s offshore licenses PPL 2000 and PPL 2001 to Chevron's subsidiary, strengthening the companies’ growing offshore collaboration. The licenses span about 2,000 km² and were awarded in Nigeria’s 2024 Exploration Round.

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Following regulatory approval, TotalEnergies will remain operator with 40%, Chevron will hold 40%, and South Atlantic Petroleum will retain 20%, aiming to advance new exploration opportunities in the West Delta basin.

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SNIM has secured a $275 million loan—$150 million from the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and $125 million from t...
02/12/2025

SNIM has secured a $275 million loan—$150 million from the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and $125 million from the European Investment Bank (EIB)—to modernize and expand the country’s rail infrastructure. The project includes rehabilitating existing tracks and constructing a new 42 km line connecting the El Aouj and Atomai mining sites, enhancing the link between Zouerate’s iron ore hub and the port of Nouadhibou.

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Caledonia Mining Corporation has approved the $484 million Bilboes gold project in Zimbabwe, expected to become the coun...
01/12/2025

Caledonia Mining Corporation has approved the $484 million Bilboes gold project in Zimbabwe, expected to become the country’s largest gold mine. With reserves of 1.749 million ounces and additional resources of over 1.5 million ounces, the open-pit mine will process 240,000 tons per month, aiming for first production in late 2028 and 200,000 ounces in its first year.

Read More: https://hubs.la/Q03WfYZ70

Over 10.8 years, Bilboes is projected to yield 1.55 million ounces of gold. CEO Mark Learmonth highlighted its potential to boost Zimbabwe’s gold profile and replicate successful community initiatives from Blanket Mine.

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The International Monetary Fund and Sierra Leone have reached a staff-level agreement on the first and second review of ...
01/12/2025

The International Monetary Fund and Sierra Leone have reached a staff-level agreement on the first and second review of the country’s Extended Credit Facility, paving the way for a disbursement of about $78.8 million. The agreement follows improvements in fiscal discipline, monetary policy and structural reforms after earlier delays.

Read Full Article: https://hubs.la/Q03Wd3L_0

The deal underscores accelerated reforms in public financial management, debt oversight and banking supervision, with macroeconomic stability expected to strengthen pending IMF Executive Board approval.

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