By Ayomide Otitoju
African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies will return to Cape Town from September 29 to October 3, bringing together more than 7,000 delegates for what is expected to be the event’s largest edition yet.
Organised by the African Energy Chamber, the conference takes place at a pivotal moment for the continent’s energy sector. Rapid urbanisation and economic growth are driving energy demand, while countries seek new capital to expand reliable and sustainable energy systems. Africa requires up to $240 billion annually to meet its energy and climate goals, yet current investment falls far short, despite oil and gas capital expenditure projected to reach $54 billion by 2030 alongside rising renewable and infrastructure spending.
AEW 2025 will feature five main tracks covering the full energy value chain: exploration and production, finance, energy transition, power access, and high-level policy dialogue. Heads of state from Algeria, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, and the Central African Republic are expected to attend, along with ministerial delegations from more than 30 countries. Global partners include the European Union, the United States, the UAE, China, and the UK.
Executives from major companies such as bp, TotalEnergies, Eni, Chevron, ExxonMobil, and Woodside Energy will join African independents, financiers, and development finance institutions to explore new deals. The programme will include keynote speeches, ministerial panels, investor forums, technical sessions, and country spotlights. Networking opportunities, gala events, and cultural showcases such as the Just Energy Transition Concert will complement the formal agenda.
“AEW: Invest in African Energies has established itself as the official meeting place for the African and global energy sector,” said Tomás Gerbasio, Vice President of Commercial and Strategic Engagement at the African Energy Chamber. “By uniting policymakers, investors, and operators, the event will deliver measurable outcomes—new projects, fresh partnerships, and landmark deals that will reshape Africa’s energy map.”
