Insufficient capital is a key obstacle to expanding electricity access for the roughly 600 million people in Africa who currently live without it, according to a new International Energy Agency (IEA) report that outlines essential tools to unlock greater investment and eliminate the access gap.
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism is hosting the UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 in Dubai on October 27, at the Madinat Jumeirah hotel. To be held under the theme ‘Building Bridges for Sustainable Growth,’ the summit is part of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS World 2025), organised by The Bench.
DP World has launched a new strategic shipping route linking Jebel Ali with Berbera Port in Somaliland. Operating every nine days, it enhances DP World’s global network and reinforces Berbera’s position as a key maritime gateway in East Africa.
Floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone of Africa’s gas development strategy, as the continent prepares for a sharp rise in demand and seeks faster, more resilient pathways to market. According to the African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) State of African Energy 2026 Outlook, Africa’s natural gas demand is projected to increase by 60 per cent by 2050, underscoring the urgency of bringing new supply online efficiently and at scale.
Global LNG supply is set to surge by 2030, creating potential oversupply. Africa’s gas demand grows, but infrastructure limits domestic use, keeping exports dominant. Strengthening pipelines, storage, and regional networks is key to capturing local value and reducing market risks.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia stands to benefit from the ongoing shifts in global supply chains - from fair trade to a managed and rule-driven trade model - as it can play a vital role as a connector economy linking Africa with Europe and Asia, said its economy minister.
Masdar, a clean energy leader, and Octopus Energy, an energy tech disruptor, have signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) for initiatives in the UK and Africa. Masdar and Octopus will look to work together to free up hidden capacity across the UK’s distribution network to power the next generation of data centres.
CIMGLOBAL, a leader in association management and Professional Congress Organiser (PCO) services, has announced a major strategic expansion into Africa with the appointment of respected tourism expert Nomasonto Ndlovu as Regional Director.
