The African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference highlighted notable achievements in Africa’s energy sector, recognising organisations and initiatives dedicated to local content, sustainability, and innovation.
Woodside Energy received the International Local Content Champion of the Year award, emphasising its commitment to building local capacity and empowering communities in Africa.
The company prioritises involving local people and enterprises in major energy projects, reflecting a dedication to sustainable development.
The Deal of the Year award went to Vitol for its ambitious expansion strategy in West and Central Africa, particularly through its investments in Baleine and Congo LNG.
This recognition underscores Vitol’s significant impact on enhancing low-carbon upstream exposure and strengthening Africa’s gas sector.
Technip Energies was honoured as the Service Provider of the Year for its engineering excellence in the LNG and decarbonisation industries.
The award acknowledges Technip’s ability to deliver complex infrastructure projects while adhering to safety and quality standards, reinforcing sustainable practices in energy.
Nigeria’s Ministry of Petroleum Resources was named Reformer of the Year for its transformative reforms in the oil and gas sector, reshaping the investment landscape to attract both local and international stakeholders.
Levene Energy received the title of Local Content Champion for its contributions to local participation and skills development in Africa’s energy sector.
This award highlights Levene Energy’s commitment to sustainable projects that emphasise local talent and supply chain integration.
The Gas Monetisation Strategy of the Year award was presented to the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) project, which is crucial for transforming the MSGBC Basin into a key gas-exporting region.
The project’s progress toward first gas and commercial operations in 2025 sets a scalable model for cross-border energy development in Africa.
ExxonMobil was recognised as the ESG Leader of the Year for its contributions to education and workforce development through the STEM Africa programme, which creates opportunities for students across the continent, embodying the company’s commitment to fostering the next generation of energy leaders.
Azule Energy received the Exploration & Production Leader of the Year award for its ambitious exploration projects in Angola, emphasising the company’s role in advancing exploration and production efforts in Africa.
ConocoPhillips was awarded the CSR Project of the Year for its long-term support of the Bioko Island Malaria Elimination Project (BIMEP), which has made a significant impact on public health in Equatorial Guinea, showcasing the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility.