Highlights Gallery - USAEF 2025
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Your Gateway to African Energy
As energy security, supply chains, and advanced technologies reshape global power dynamics, strengthening U.S.-Africa partnerships has never been more critical. The third edition of the U.S.-Africa Energy Forum (USAEF), taking place on June 2026 in Washington, D.C., will bring together U.S. investors and Africa’s fast-growing energy and minerals markets.
More than a meeting point, USAEF acts as a gateway to investment by linking high-potential African projects with the world’s most influential investor market. The forum will showcase emerging opportunities in Africa’s energy sector, presenting licensing rounds and projects as prime channels for U.S. investment.
The U.S.-Africa Energy Forum is fully endorsed and supported by
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Why participate?
USAEF acts as a gateway to investment by connecting high-potential African projects with one of the world’s most influential investor markets.
USAEF empowers participants to uncover emerging opportunities in Africa’s energy sector, positioning African licensing rounds and projects as prime conduits for U.S. investment.
By bringing together investors, governments, and project developers, the forum fosters meaningful partnerships and expands investor networks, paving the way for impactful collaborations across the energy value chain.
The forum also strengthens ties with U.S. investors, service companies and E&Ps,
building a robust foundation for future partnerships that extend into our Africa-
focused conferences.
Major U.S.-African Projects
Ivory Coast
Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC, U.S. foreign aid agency),
Government of Ivory Coast
Status: $322.5 million compact signed in 2025, including $300 million in U.S. financing; projects will install 150 MW of battery storage, modernize the national grid, and support regional electricity trade.
NIGERIA
Honeywell UOP (technology licensing & equipment supply), Sunoco (import of first gasoline cargo), Dangote Industries, Vitol (global oil trader), Mocooh Oil (cargo seller)
Status: Achieved milestone with first gasoline export (~320,000 barrels) to the U.S., discharged at Sunoco’s Linden terminal in New York Harbor in September 2025.
Agenda Highlights
Roundtable Discussions on Africa’s Leading Energy Markets
Licensing Round and Data Room Presentations
Connect With Companies Shaping U.S -Africa Energy Investment Partnerships
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Participating Media and Partners
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Be part of this global energy powerhouse
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Position your brand at the forefront of Africa’s thriving oil and gas sector. Whether you’re looking to showcase your innovative products and services, create brand awareness or be seen as thought leaders, our sponsorship options are tailored to suit your business objectives.
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USAEF connects you with key stakeholders to unlock opportunities in Africa's thriving oil and gas sector, as well as opportunities regarding gas monetization, infrastructure development, and power generation.
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