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Equatorial Guinea, oil and gas investment hub in Central Africa

Equatorial Guinea

The Matters Press by The Matters Press
July 7, 2023
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Johannesburg, South Africa, July 7, 2023: Equatorial Guinea, a small yet resource-rich country in Central Africa, presents a compelling energy investment destination.

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With a proven track record in oil and gas production, showcasing a strong Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) export industry and with growing interest in renewable energy, Equatorial Guinea offers a wealth of opportunities for forward-thinking investors seeking attractive returns and long-term partnerships.

At the upcoming African Energy Week (AEW), scheduled to take place 16-20 October in Cape Town, the country will showcase its opportunities through a dedicated Invest in Equatorial Guinea country spotlight session.

This will connect potential investors to the opportunities and prospects that lie within this resource rich country.

What makes Equatorial Guinea attractive is its willingness to offer lucrative opportunities through Production Sharing Contracts (PCS), providing a platform for international companies to partner with the government in exploring and developing the country’s untapped oil and gas reserves.

These contracts offer attractive terms and favourable fiscal frameworks, ensuring a mutually beneficial relationship for both investors and the country itself.

In February 2023, Equatorial Guinea signed three PSCs, including a significant agreement with Panoro Energy, granting them a 56% sharing interest operatorship in Block EG-01, solidifying their presence in the country.

Concurrently, Africa Oil Corporation entered the Equatorial Guinean market through two PSCs, securing an 80% stake in Block EG-18 and Block EG-31, respectively.

This demonstrates the country’s openness to signing additional PSCs to drive industry growth and progress.

Additionally, Equatorial Guinea has been actively engaged in bilateral agreements to monetize its oil and gas resources.

In March, Equatorial Guinea signed a bilateral treaty with Cameroon to foster cooperation between the two West African nations in the development and monetization of oil and gas resources across their shared borders.

This significant agreement not only opens new prospects for oilfield development but also enhances regional energy security in the respective countries.

These agreements allow for the exploration, production and export of hydrocarbons to international markets. Through strategic partnerships, investors can capitalize on the country’s existing infrastructure and market access to maximize their investment returns.

Working towards establishing itself as a regional Gas Mega Hub, Equatorial Guinea is developing a series of major infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing the country’s gas monetization capabilities.

The Gas Mega Hub will serve as a central hub for gas processing, liquefaction and distribution, and will require the expertise of highly skilled companies to successfully process LNG. This serves as a unique opportunity for companies and investors to participate in the market and capitalize from this transformative initiative.

Equatorial Guinea is also actively promoting downstream market expansion, including refinery construction and petrochemical marketing, creating opportunities for investors.

The downstream market is projected to grow over 2% annually from 2020 to 2025, driven by increased gas production and expanded refining capacity.

This includes modular oil refineries, ammonia and urea plants, Liquefied Petroleum Gas storage, a methanol-to-gasoline unit and CNG plant expansion.

These initiatives will contribute to the overall expansion of Equatorial Guinea’s downstream sector, and thus, financing such expansion is crucial.

Meanwhile, investing in Equatorial Guinea’s renewable prospects holds immense potential for investors.

The country has the capacity to generate up to 3,000 MW of solar power, which can play a significant role in diversifying the energy mix and meeting the growing electricity demand.

Furthermore, the ongoing construction of the Djibloho hydroelectric project is set to add an additional 200 MW of electricity upon completion.

This hydroelectric initiative, coupled with other planned hydropower projects, will not only bolster Equatorial Guinea’s renewable energy portfolio but also aid in its long-term energy security.

By capitalizing on these renewable opportunities, investors can participate in the country’s sustainable energy transition and reap the benefits of a forward-looking and environmentally conscious investment.

“Equatorial Guinea’s energy sector presents a wealth of investment opportunities, driven by its rich oil and gas reserves, expanding LNG export capabilities, emphasis on downstream development, and growing interest in renewable energy.

As the country strives for sustainable and diversified energy production, it welcomes investors with open arms,” states NJ Ayuk, the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC).

What’s more, the country has made significant strides in fostering an attractive investment climate.

The government is dedicated to enhancing transparency, promoting foreign direct investment and establishing investor-friendly regulations. Measures have been taken to ensure the protection of investors’ rights, further bolstering the confidence of potential stakeholders.

“Having an Equatorial Guinea country spotlight session at AEW will be extremely beneficial for the country.

By leveraging Equatorial Guinea’s favourable investment climate, promising projects and existing infrastructure, astute investors can capitalize on this vibrant sector and reap substantial rewards,” added Ayuk.

AEW is the AEC’s interactive exhibition and networking event that seeks to unite African energy stakeholders, drive industry growth and development, and promote Africa as the destination for African-focused events. For more information.

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