Aberdeen: The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has reaffirmed its support for the upcoming West African Energy Summit (WAES), set for November 18-19, 2025, in Aberdeen, Scotland. Ahead of this pivotal event, NJ Ayuk, the Executive Chairman of AEC, will visit Aberdeen on July 11 to deliver a keynote address at the OGV Taproom, focusing on opportunities in Africa and aiming to engage the UK supply chain.
According to African Press Organization, the WAES, organized in collaboration with the OGV Group, serves as a crucial platform for fostering investment, technology transfer, and cross-border collaboration between African energy producers and global service providers. Ayuk’s visit highlights the AEC’s dedication to strengthening energy partnerships between Africa and Europe, especially given Africa’s evolving oil, gas, and energy transition landscape.
Ayuk’s presentation in Aberdeen will offer a glimpse into the key themes of the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025, scheduled to take place in Cape Town from September 29 to October 3, 2025. This event will feature the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum, emphasizing Africa’s significant role in the global energy transition and providing a platform for project developers, financiers, and service providers to shape the continent’s energy future.
These initiatives are driven by investment strategies, regulatory reforms, and enhanced participation from national oil companies, creating a competitive environment for foreign capital and technology. As African countries aim to reverse production declines, fast-track new discoveries, and enhance regional energy integration, events like the WAES are crucial for establishing the partnerships needed to achieve Africa’s goals of energy security and economic growth.
During the summit, Ayuk will participate in the high-level session, Africa’s Opportunity for UK Supply Chain Engagement, offering insights into investment-ready landscapes across key African markets. He will also share the AEC’s vision for inclusive growth, local content development, and the importance of aligning global expertise with Africa’s long-term energy security objectives.
Ayuk emphasizes the significance of strategic partnerships that bring technology, capital, and capacity building to Africa, highlighting the crucial role of the UK supply chain as a long-term partner in Africa’s growth and resilience.
The WAES will serve as a vital entry point for UK service companies to align with Africa’s energy goals, spanning deepwater developments, LNG production, renewables, and hydrogen deployment. By connecting global innovation with Africa’s resource wealth, the summit aims to facilitate sustainable development, economic growth, and increased energy access across the continent.