Aberdeen: The African Energy Chamber (AEC) is reaffirming its support for the West African Energy Summit (WAES), set for November 18-19, 2025, in Aberdeen, Scotland. NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of AEC, will visit Aberdeen on July 11 to deliver a keynote address titled “Opportunities in Africa” at the OGV Taproom, aimed at the UK supply chain.
According to African Press Organization, the WAES, organized in partnership with OGV Group, serves as a premier platform for investment, technology transfer, and collaboration between African energy producers and global service providers. Ayuk’s visit highlights the AEC’s commitment to fostering strong energy partnerships between Africa and Europe, especially given Africa’s evolving oil, gas, and energy transition landscape.
During his visit, Ayuk will preview themes from African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025, scheduled for September 29 to October 3, 2025, in Cape Town. This event will feature the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum, emphasizing Africa’s 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 supported by investment strategies, regulatory reforms, and enhanced participation from national oil companies, creating a competitive environment for foreign capital and technology. As the region seeks to reverse production declines, expedite new discoveries, and enhance regional energy integration, events like WAES are vital for forming cross-border partnerships to achieve Africa’s energy security, economic growth, and equitable energy transition goals.
At the WAES event, Ayuk will engage in the Africas Opportunity for UK Supply Chain Engagement session, offering insights on investment opportunities in African markets such as Nigeria, Senegal, Angola, Namibia, and Mozambique. He will also discuss the AEC’s vision for inclusive growth, local content development, and aligning global expertise with Africa’s energy security objectives.
Ayuk emphasizes that Africa’s energy future hinges on strategic partnerships that deliver technology, capital, and capacity building, with the UK supply chain playing a crucial role as long-term partners in Africa’s growth and resilience.
The WAES event will offer UK service companies a gateway to align with Africa’s energy goals, including deepwater developments, LNG production, renewables, and hydrogen deployment. By connecting global innovation with Africa’s resources, the summit aims to unlock sustainable development, economic growth, and enhanced energy access across the continent.