The Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 will occur in Brazzaville from March 24-26, focusing on energy investment and infrastructure. Under the auspices of government leadership, the forum will showcase advancements in the energy sector, highlight new Gas Master Plan initiatives, and establish a licensing round aimed at boosting oil production. Notable speakers will be present to engage with industry professionals.
The inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 is scheduled to take place in Brazzaville from March 24-26, focusing on the theme, “Securing Growth and Investment in a New Era.” This significant event will convene leading energy executives, investors, and policymakers to engage in discussions, deal signings, and exhibitions, marking an essential occasion in the country’s strategic energy landscape.
CEIF 2025 is under the patronage of President Denis Sassou Nguesso and is supported by the Ministry of Hydrocarbons and the Société Nationale des Pétroles du Congo (SNPC). It is poised to emphasize the Republic of Congo’s growing role within Africa’s energy sector, bringing together a diverse participant base, including SNPC subsidiaries, international oil companies, and numerous energy organizations, both local and international.
The forum will provide insights into national and regional energy infrastructure opportunities, particularly highlighting advancements in gas-to-power initiatives and ongoing expansion projects. Technical sessions will focus on the Republic of Congo’s oil and gas market, emphasizing production enhancements and infrastructure developments to establish Congo as a notable regional hub for energy.
CEIF 2025 will feature numerous panel discussions, technical workshops, and presentations that delve into the latest developments within the energy sector. Attendees will learn about projects that further Congo’s energy objectives and broader industry trends affecting the market.
A significant moment at the forum will be the introduction of Congo’s new Gas Master Plan, designed to consolidate existing gas resources and attract further investments. Additionally, a new Gas Code will be revealed to create a beneficial regulatory framework for future gas exploration and production endeavors.
The forum is aimed at achieving a target to double oil production to 500,000 barrels per day by 2027. As part of this initiative, CEIF 2025 will launch a licensing round for onshore, offshore, and marginal acreage, providing a venue for attendees to connect with key stakeholders in Congo’s energy industry while facilitating deal signings crucial for business collaborations.
Among the distinguished speakers will be Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua, Minister of Hydrocarbons; Maixent Raoul Ominga, Managing Director of SNPC; Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim, Secretary General of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization; and Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary General of OPEC. As an important gathering for energy professionals in Africa, CEIF 2025 will serve as an exceptional platform to explore investment prospects and foster partnerships in the energy sector.
Sandra Jeque, Events and Project Director at Energy Capital & Power, asserts, “With one week out, we are positive that CEIF 2025 will cement its position as a pivotal platform for fostering investment, exploring energy opportunities and driving growth in Congo’s dynamic energy sector.”
In conclusion, the Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 is set to take place in Brazzaville next week, underlining the nation’s rising prominence in the energy sector. The forum aims to foster discussions, attract investment, and unveil crucial developments such as the new Gas Master Plan and licensing round. Distinguished speakers will contribute valuable insights, making CEIF 2025 a pivotal event for stakeholders in the African energy landscape.
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