Aow:Energy Agenda 2026
AOW:Energy 2026 - The Forums
AOW:Energy 2026 brings together Africa’s upstream ecosystem under one platform, connecting governments, national oil companies, operators, investors, and technical experts. Each forum is designed to address key challenges, unlock investment, and accelerate exploration and production, ensuring Africa captures the full economic value of its subsurface resources.
Ministerial & Leadership Forum – Africa Union (“AFREC”) (31st August – Invite Only)
A high-level, closed-door dialogue connecting government ministers, regulators, and C-suite leaders to discuss policy, regulation, and strategic opportunities in Africa’s upstream sector.
Main Plenary Stage
The central platform for keynote addresses, high-level panels, and strategic discussions, showcasing the latest trends, projects, and investment opportunities across the continent.
Africa Content Forum (In partnership with NCDMB)
Focused on local content development, this forum explores strategies to grow domestic capabilities, create jobs, and enhance the socio-economic impact of the oil and gas sector.
Prospect Forum (In partnership with PVE and NVentures)
An interactive space for showcasing exploration opportunities, allowing operators, investors, and geoscientists to identify new prospects, screen data, and meet farm-in opportunities.
Nigerian Upstream Investment Forum (In partnership with NUPRC)
An interactive space for showcasing exploration opportunities, allowing operators, investors, and geoscientists to identify new prospects, screen data, and meet farm-in opportunities.
National Showcases
Highlighting country-specific opportunities, policies, and investment landscapes, this forum allows governments and NOCs to present their priorities and attract regional and international partners.