The Energy Finance & Investment Forum is designed to tackle one of the most defining challenges and opportunities for Africa’s upstream industry in 2026 and beyond: mobilising capital at scale, from a more diverse set of sources, and directing it into projects that unlock sustainable, long-term value. 

As global investment patterns evolve, African producers must increasingly look toward innovative financing structures, blended capital solutions, and local financial markets to supplement traditional lending sources. This forum brings together private equity, international and regional banks, DFIs, traders, and corporate financiers to define new pathways for energy investment on the continent.

The Forum will also spotlight bespoke finance workshops tailored specifically for independents and mid-cap operators that remain integral to Africa’s next phase of exploration and production. With a forward-looking lens on 2026 and beyond, the Energy Finance & Investment Forum offers a unique space for investors and operators to forge new partnerships, align financial strategies, and accelerate the capital flows needed to drive Africa’s energy future.