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Welligence announced as a Sponsor of the Africa Energies Summit
Welligence Energy Analytics is widely recognised for its deep, data-driven insight into the global upstream sector, providing granular asset analysis, commercial benchmarking and forward-looking intelligence that supports smarter investment decisions across Africa’s energy landscape.
Proud to Announce shell Joins Africa Energies Summit 2026 as Key Sponsor
From deepwater leadership offshore Nigeria to major LNG delivery and exploration across frontier basins, Shell has combined capital, technology and long-term commitment to unlock world-class resources and sustain production at scale.
Welcome to the February edition of The Surge
Welcome to The Surge, where we update you on the latest news from the Frontier Energy Network.
Africa Energies Summit 2026 Builds Momentum with Growing Delegate List
If you want to understand where Africa’s energy sector is heading and connect with those driving it forward, this is where you need to be.
Corcel Returns as Digital Engagement Sponsor of the Africa Energies Summit 2026
Connect, Collaborate, Get Deals Done - it’s more than a tagline, it’s the Africa Energies Summit philosophy.
Sintana Energy Returns as Bronze Sponsor for Africa Energies Summit 2026
The volume of sponsors who return year after year sums up the Africa Energies Summit effect.
Africa Energies Summit 2026: Where the Continent’s Energy Future Takes Shape
If you want to understand where Africa’s energy sector is heading, and connect with those driving it forward, this is where you need to be.
Africa Energies Summit 2026 Unveils Unrivalled Speaker Line-Up
World-Leading Speakers Confirmed. The Leaders and decision-makers driving Africa upstream will be in the room. Will you?
KBR Brings Global Project Delivery Expertise to Africa Energies Summit 2026
KBR’s sponsorship reflects its long-standing role as a trusted delivery partner across the global energy value chain, with deep expertise in project delivery, engineering, advisory and technology solutions that support complex upstream developments.
Murphy Oil Corporation Confirmed as Gold Sponsor of the Africa Energies Summit 2026
London to host Africa’s premier upstream energy conference as Murphy Oil strengthens engagement with African energy leaders.
Be in the Room Where Africa’s Upstream Deals Are Made – Early Bird Ends 27 February
Africa’s Premier Global Upstream Conference is shaping up, and the companies driving the continent’s upstream industry are already confirmed.
Exploration Leadership Spotlight: Kevin McLachlan at Africa Energies Summit
Having previously played an active and valued role in the Summit during his time at TotalEnergies, Kevin McLachlan returns to the Africa Energies Summit as Vice President of Exploration at Chevron.
Shell’s Africa Exploration Strategy Signals Where the Next Big Upstream Plays Lie
Exploration remains central to Africa’s upstream future, and Shell is positioning accordingly.
Welcome to the First Edition of The Surge for 2026!
A new year is always full of promise, and when there’s as much in the pipeline as we’ve got going on, you’ll understand why we’re straight out of the starting blocks with some major announcements and the beginning of a full calendar of events – all tailored to our global upstream leadership network and all with that distinctly “Frontier” factor.
Unmissable Keynote: APPO Secretary General Joins Africa Energy Leaders in London
We’re proud to announce that H.E. Farid Ghezali, the newly appointed Secretary General of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO), will join us in London this May, as Keynote Speaker.
Be Recognised Where it Matters Most - Entries for the Big Board Awards are Open Now
For three decades, the Big Five Board Awards have set the benchmark for excellence across the African upstream industry, elevating professional reputation and showcasing board-level leadership on the biggest stage.
Step Inside the Mind of Our CEO
If you know Gayle Meikle, you know one thing for certain; her commitment to putting Africa’s upstream opportunities firmly on the global stage is relentless.
Africa Energies Summit 2026 – Agenda Available to Download Now
Bringing together Africa’s energy leaders, the Africa Energies Summit offers a unique platform for companies operating across the Continent.
Welcome to 2025’s final edition of The Surge
Welcome to the December edition of The Surge.