S&P Global Commodity Insights has become an Emerald Partner for African Energy Week (AEW) 2025, scheduled in Cape Town from September 29 to October 3. The company’s involvement underscores its commitment to market transparency and energy investment across Africa.
AEW, now in its fifth year, is recognized as the premier platform for energy dialogue and deal-making on the continent. With the theme “Invest in African Energy: Positioning Africa as the Global Energy Champion,” the conference will bring together investors, government officials, and project leaders to shape the future of African energy.
Enhancing Market Transparency
Platts, a division of S&P Global Commodity Insights, recently partnered with Nigeria’s Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority to establish a localized petroleum-product benchmark.
This initiative—first of its kind in West Africa—strengthens supply chain efficiency while improving pricing transparency.
The partnership highlights the firm’s focus on building structures that support informed investment and regional competitiveness.
Broader Energy Outlook
African Energy Week 2025 will feature strategic insights from S&P Global’s leadership team:
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Mark Eramo, Co-President, will participate in the US-Africa Investment Summit.
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Dr. Atul Arya, Chief Energy Strategist, will address global energy transitions and Africa’s positioning.
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Dan Pratt, Head of Upstream Solutions, will outline the future of African upstream markets beyond 2026.
Their discussions will emphasize Africa’s expanding role in international energy supply chains.
Growth Across the Continent
The continent’s upstream producers—including Angola, Libya, and Algeria—are targeting production increases.
Simultaneously, liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects in Senegal, Mauritania, Mozambique, and the Republic of Congo are advancing Africa’s position in the global natural gas market.
S&P Global Commodity Insights also projects substantial growth in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) demand, with consumption expected to rise three- to five-fold by 2030. This trend reflects increasing demand for cleaner cooking solutions across African households.
Event at a Glance
| Event Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Name | African Energy Week 2025 |
| Theme | Invest in African Energy: Positioning Africa as the Global Energy Champion |
| Date | September 29 – October 3, 2025 |
| Location | Cape Town, South Africa |
| Partnership Level | Emerald Partner – S&P Global Commodity Insights |
Focus on Downstream
One of AEW 2025’s highlights will be a workshop co-hosted by S&P Global Commodity Insights: “The Dangote Refinery and its Impact on the African Refining Balance.”
The session will explore:
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Changing product trade flows across the continent.
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The competitive edge of new refining capacity.
This workshop aims to shed light on Africa’s evolving downstream market and the role of large-scale infrastructure in reshaping regional energy dynamics.
Commitment to Africa’s Energy Transition
S&P Global Commodity Insights has also deepened its collaboration with the African Energy Chamber, reinforcing its commitment to energy access, investment, and sustainable growth.
According to Tomas Gerbasio, Vice President of Commercial and Strategic Engagement at the African Energy Chamber:
“S&P Global Commodity Insights plays a vital role in enhancing market transparency and providing intelligence that empowers stakeholders across Africa’s energy sector.”
Bottom Line
African Energy Week 2025 stands as a pivotal moment for Africa’s energy sector. With S&P Global Commodity Insights contributing data-driven intelligence and leadership, the event promises to advance dialogue, attract investment, and reinforce Africa’s role in global energy markets.
The partnership underscores a collective ambition to build a sustainable and resilient energy future for the continent.
Sources: African Energy Chamber.
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