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A Partner of the Future: Sonangol Targets Robust Oil & Gas Growth

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The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org)– led by Executive Chairman NJ Ayuk – met with Sonangol CEO Sebastião Gaspar Martins in Luanda this week, where the parties discussed Sonangol’s vision for the oil and gas industry. Martins is speaking at the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy conference this November – Africa’s premier energy event, hosted in Cape Town.

The AEC believes that Sonangol is a strategic partner for Angola’s oil and gas industry and will continue to play a major role in facilitating investment and driving project developments. With a focus on expanding exploration and production, the company plays a critical role in Angola’s efforts to boost its oil and gas industry and bolster economic growth.

Angola aims to produce 1.1 million barrels of oil per day (bpd) by 2027, with plans to reach two million bpd in the long-term. At the same time, the country aims to increase the share of natural gas in the energy mix to 25% by 2025, highlighting strategic opportunities for foreign investors and project developers. To achieve these goals, the country’s NOC Sonangol has undergone a transformation – underpinned by a privatization initiative spearheaded by the government. Now, Sonangol has emerged as a strong and reliable partner for oil and gas companies, and is committed to ushering in a new era of economic growth on the back of oil and gas development.

To support exploration and production, Sonangol is driving a series of projects in partnership with IOCs. The NOC – alongside project partners TotalEnergies and Petronas – made FID on the Kaminho deepwater project in May 2024. Comprising the Cameia and Golfinho fields, the project represents the first large deepwater development in the Kwanza Basin. Production is on track for 2028. Additionally, Sonangol is developing the Agogo Integrated West Hub Development Project in collaboration with international energy company Azule Energy. This project involves drilling 36 new wells and installing an FPSO with a production capacity of 120,000 bpd, a gas injection capacity of 230 million standard cubic feet per day, and a water injection capacity of 12,000 bpd. Scheduled for operational by late-2025, this initiative underscores Sonangol’s commitment to expanding oil production.

Additionally, in January, Sonangol announced the successful drilling of the second evaluation well in Block 11 of the onshore Kwanza basin. The drilling confirmed positive results in the Tobias field, greatly enhancing its potential. This positive outcome, alongside the success of the Tobias 13 well, positions Sonangol and its partners for the reactivation of production in the Kwanza basin by the end of the year.

Meanwhile, Sonangol’s strategic initiatives are not only focused on increasing oil production but also on embracing a more sustainable energy mix. The company’s commitment to boosting the share of natural gas reflects a broader trend towards cleaner energy sources. By integrating more natural gas into its energy portfolio, Sonangol aims to reduce carbon emissions and support global efforts towards energy transition. In December 2023, Sonangol inaugurated the Falcão Phase 2 gas project, enhancing the Angola LNG plant’s capability to supply gas to the Soyo 1 combined-cycle power plant. This initiative has increased processing capacity to 125 million cubic feet and extended gas distribution to industrial and petrochemical facilities in southern Angola.

“Sonangol is positioning itself as a key partner in Africa’s energy sector, driving significant advancements and fostering partnerships both locally and internationally. With a strategic focus on expanding E&P capabilities, Sonangol plays a central role in Angola’s ambitions to enhance oil and gas output,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC. “Sonangol’s vision for Angola encompasses not only meeting domestic energy needs but also leveraging its expertise to support regional energy security, foster economic diversification and alleviate energy poverty.”

At the upcoming AEW: Invest in African Energy conference – scheduled for 4-8 November in Cape Town – Sonangol will play a leading role. A key event highlight will be the Invest in Angola Energies roundtable, where Sonangol’s participation is set to stimulate discussions among stakeholders, investors and policymakers on advancing Angola’s oil and gas sector through strategic investments and opportunities.

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AEW: Invest in African Energy is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit www.AECWeek.com for more information about this exciting event.

Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024: Angola’s Premier Deal Signing Platform

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The Angola Oil&Gas (AOG) conference and exhibition returns for its fifth edition from October 2-3 in Luanda, uniting foreign investors and project developers with Angolan projects. Since the event’s inception in 2019, AOG has consistently facilitated industry-advancing deals. This trend of fostering strategic partnerships and driving investment in Angola’s oil and gas sector is set to continue in 2024, as regional and global stakeholders converge to do business in Angola.

AOG is the largest oil and gas event in Angola. Taking place with the full support of the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas; national oil company Sonangol; the National Oil, Gas and Biofuels Agency; the African Energy Chamber; and the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute, the event is a platform to sign deals and advance Angola’s oil and gas industry. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com.

A History of Industry-Advancing Deals

Since the first AOG conference, the event has seen numerous landmark deals signed by global investors, project developers and Angolan regulatory authorities. The platform has enabled critical investments and project launches that have contributed to the growth and development of Angola’s oil and gas industry. https://apo-opa.co/3RmIQNp

In 2019, agreements were signed between EPC firm United Shine and Angola’s national oil company Sonangol; infrastructure company NFE International, Angola’s Ministry of Energy and Water and the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas; Sonangol and energy major Eni; and Angola’s national concessionaire – the National Oil, Gas&Biofuels Agency (ANPG) – and energy major ExxonMobil. Meanwhile, engineering contractor Kinetics Technology secured a contract with Sonangol for works related to the Luanda refinery.

During AOG 2022, agreements were signed between Angola’s Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas and Namibia’s Ministry of Energy and Mines; the ANPG and Sierra Leone’s Petroleum Directorate; and Equatorial Guinea’s Ministry of Mines and Hydrocarbons and the DRC’s Ministry of Hydrocarbons.

This was followed by seven deals signed during the 2023 edition. These included a collaboration between energy company Azule Energy and Sonangol; an agreement between environmental management company Ambipar and energy company Kini Energias; a technical services agreement between oil producer Etu Energias and technology company SLB; and a business partnership between insurance company Protteja Seguros and construction firm Petromar. The ANPG also forged partnerships with three Angolan universities – Agostinho Neto University, the Catholic University of Angola and Instituto Superior Politécnico de Technologias e Ciências – to facilitate local capacity building. 

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What to Expect in 2024

The conference program for 2024 is structured to address the most critical opportunities and challenges within Angola’s oil and gas industry. Endorsed by the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, the event aligns closely with national objectives to increase oil production to two million barrels per day in the long-term, while increasing the share of natural gas in the energy matrix to 25%.

This year, the conference offers parallel programs – the strategic conference program will focus on high-level discussions on the future of the oil and gas industry, unpacking investment trends, geopolitical influences and market dynamics, while the technical program will offer in-depth presentations and workshops on specific technological and operational challenges and solutions. A new and exciting addition to the AOG 2024 program is the introduction of on-stage, one-on-one interviews with Angola’s key industry players, including TotalEnergies, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Sonangol and more. These sessions will provide a deep dive into the strategies and insights of leading international energy companies, sharing invaluable perspectives on short- to long-term industry trends and future directions.

As the premier deal signing platform, AOG 2024 is already seeing a series of industry deals on the cards. Companies from across the regional and global oil and gas value chain are poised to announce new investments, partnerships and project launches. As such, AOG continues to solidify its reputation as the premier deal-making platform for the Angolan oil and gas industry.

Visit www.AngolaOilAndGas.com to secure your place.

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Erasmus pleased as Boks wrap up first camp week

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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus was pleased with the bedrock laid at the first week of the national training camp in Pretoria and was satisfied that they have a solid base to build from as the squad prepares to face Wales in the opening Test of the season at Twickenham next week Saturday.

Erasmus was pleased with the work rate by the new players in the group and the way they integrated into the squad and said this would set the team in good stead for the international season ahead.

“It has been an extremely productive week on the field, and we are pleased with the quality of our training sessions and the manner in which the new players have grasped our systems and slotted in at training,” said Erasmus.

“It was also fantastic to see how the more experienced players took them under their wing and assisted them during training.

“The DHL Stormers players arrived on Wednesday and they also immediately made their presence felt at training.

“The alignment camps hosted earlier in the season were invaluable in allowing the players to familiarise themselves with our structures and it was good to see how things came together on the field after all the off-field sessions we held at the in-person and online sessions in March and May respectively.”

Erasmus added: “With a good balance of youth and experience in the squad we will be in a good position to select a quality squad for the Wales Test, and although we plan to blood a few youngsters next week, we are determined to kick-start the season under this new era on a good note and set a strong tone for the Castle Lager Incoming Series, which kicks off against Ireland in Pretoria on Saturday 6 July.

“Obviously with Siya Kolisi not available for selection, we will select a new captain for this match, but we have a good group of experienced players in the likes of Eben Etzebeth, Pieter-Steph du Toit and Bongi Mbonambi as options for the captaincy next week.

“We will then select a captain for the season before the Castle Lager Incoming season.”

Erasmus also wished the Vodacom Bulls luck for their Vodacom United Rugby Championship semi-final against Leinster on Saturday saying: “The Bulls have performed very well this season, and we would like to see them take another step up this weekend and advance to the final.

“Leinster are a quality team, so it will be a tight encounter, but it will bode well for their players and South African rugby to see the Bulls advance to the final, and we are fully behind them this weekend.”

Should the Pretoria outfit make it to the Vodacom URC grand final, the national coaches will have to wait an extra week to draft their players in contention for selection into the squad, however, the coaches are on stand-by to draft in a few players next week should the result go against SA’s last standing domestic team in the competition.

The team to face Wales will be announced on Tuesday, with the team selected for the match set to depart for London on Wednesday night.  

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CORRECTION: Merck Foundation celebrating legacy to transform patient care landscape in Africa together with Ghana First Lady

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Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com)​ marked a milestone of providing 146 scholarships to Ghanian doctors in 42 critical specialties during their annual Alumni Summit – Celebrating their legacy of transforming patient care landscape in Ghana; Merck Foundation Ghana Alumni Summit and Merck Foundation Awards Ceremony 2024 were conducted in Accra, chaired by Ghana First Lady and Merck Foundation CEO and Chairman.

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany conducted the Merck Foundation Ghana Annual Summit and Awards Ceremony 2024 in Accra, Ghana, chaired by The First Lady of Ghana, H.E. Mrs. REBECCA AKUFO-ADDO, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, and CEO of Merck Foundation, Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej. During the Summit, they met and acknowledged the Merck Foundation Alumni and the Winners of the Merck Foundation Recognition Awards 2023 from Ghana.

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of “More Than a Mother” Campaign emphasized, “It is a great honor to meet my dear sister, H.E. The First Lady of Republic of Ghana and the Ambassador of “Merck Foundation More Than a Mother” to discuss our long-term partnership, celebrate our great achievements and mark an important milestone of success and impact of our programs, since 2018. I am very happy to share that we have together transformed the patientcare landscape of Ghana by providing 146 scholarships of One-Year Online PG Diploma and Two-Year Master Degree for local doctors in many underserved and critical medical specialties in Ghana such as Fertility, Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Respiratory, Acute Medicine, Sexual and Reproductive care, Embryology, Respiratory, Critical care, Psychiatry, General Surgery, Dermatology, Emergency and Resuscitation Medicine, Gastroenterology, Neuroimaging for Research, Pain Management, Rheumatology, and Neonatal Medicine and more. This is a huge milestone and revolution in patient care across Ghana.

Moreover, it was amazing to felicitate the 33 winners of Merck Foundation Media, Fashion and Song Awards 2022 and 2023 from Ghana and discuss with them the critical role they can play to create a culture shift, be the voice of the voiceless and be the Merck Foundation health and social champions”, added Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej.

Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg Haverkamp, Merck Foundation Board of Trustees emphasized, “Our aim is to improve the overall health and wellbeing of people by building healthcare capacity across Africa, Asia and other developing countries. We are strongly committed to transforming patientcare landscape through our scholarships program.”

H.E. Mrs. REBECCA AKUFO-ADDO, The First Lady of Republic of Ghana, Ambassador of “Merck Foundation More Than a Mother” expressed, “It is a pleasure to welcome and meet Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO to our country. Together we celebrated an important milestone of the great success of our joined programs and also shared the impact of our partnership journey that we have with Merck Foundation to build healthcare capacity, transform patientcare, break infertility stigma and support girl education in our country since 2018.

In a very short time, we have been able to provide 146 scholarships to our young doctors in many specialties which are very critical for us.”

Merck Foundation has provided 1810 scholarships to doctors from 52 countries in 42 critical and underserved medical specialties.

“Merck Foundation and The First Lady of Ghana are together transforming the cancer care in the country,” Dr. Rasha Kelej Added.

Out of the total 146 scholarships provided in Ghana, Merck Foundation has provided 39 scholarships to doctors for Fertility, Embryology, Sexual&Reproductive Medicine and Women’s Health. This is a huge number that will advance women’s health in the country.

61 scholarships have been provided for Diabetes, Endocrinology, Preventive Cardiovascular, and Obesity&Weight Management, for Ghanaian doctors from different provinces across the country, which is very important to improve access to quality and equitable diabetes and hypertension patient care not only in Accra but nationwide. After completion of the course, these doctors will be able to establish diabetes or hypertension clinics in their Health Centre or Hospital with the aim to help prevent and manage the disease in their own communities.

6 scholarships have been provided to doctors for Oncology.

Moreover, Merck Foundation has also provided 40 scholarships to Ghanian doctors for other critical and underserved specialties like Acute Medicine, Respiratory, Critical care, General Surgery, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Gastroenterology, Pain Management and many more, as part of Merck Foundation Capacity Advancement Program.

During the Summit, Merck Foundation Awards Ceremony was held, during which Merck Foundation Chairman, Merck Foundation CEO together with Ghana First Lady met and acknowledged the 33 Winners of the Merck Foundation Awards.

Moreover, Merck Foundation also conducted their Health Media Training in partnership with The First Lady of Ghana and Ghana Journalists Association for the Ghanian journalists, to emphasize on the important role that media plays to influence society to create a cultural shift with the aim to address wide range of social and health issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels; to underscore the importance of Empowering Girls and Women in Education and to understand the Influence of infertility stigma and other social issues like GBV, Child Marriage, FGM etc. on women and couples – Social and Psychological Impact. Apart from this, the media training also included a session on the importance of increasing the awareness of early detection and prevention of Diabetes and Hypertension. The training session was addressed by prominent Medical and Media Experts.

Moreover, Merck Foundation is working closely with Ghana First Lady foundation  to inspire girls and sensitize communities about the importance of girl education. As a part of their ‘Educating Linda’ program, Merck Foundation will sponsor the education of 20 deserving schoolgirls. Together, they also executed the TV program “Because I Want To Be” with the aim to reduce dropout rate for adolescent girls and make sure they stay on in school till after SHS and to provide employable skills to adolescent girls who cannot go back to school.

“I really believe that when the girls are educated, their countries become more powerful, stronger&prosperous”, added Senator Kelej.  

Moreover, Merck Foundation Chairman, and Merck Foundation CEO together with The First Lady of Ghana signed  a few copies of their different children’s storybooks titled: “More Than a Mother” created for children and youth to emphasize and strengthen family values of love and respect from an early age; “Educating Aku”, “Jackline’s Rescue” and “Ride into the Future”  to emphasize on the importance of empowering girls through education, “Not Who You Are” to teach boys to love and respect their future wives and eliminate domestic violence, to emphasize on the importance of empowering girls through education and “Sugar Free Jude” and “Mark’s Pressure” to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness on the early detection and prevention of Diabetes&Hypertension. Thousands of  copies of these storybooks are going to be distributed to school students of Ghana.

Winners from Ghana in partnership with The First Lady of Ghana, H.E. Mrs. REBECCA AKUFO-ADDO&Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” are:

Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Media Recognition Awards 2023

Raissa Sambou, The Spectator, First Position, Print Category
Emelia Naa Ayeley Aryee, Myjoyonline, First Position, Online Category
Mavis Offei Acheampong, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Second Position, Radio Category
Emmanuel Samani, TV3, First Position, Multimedia Category
Stanley Nii Blewu, TV3, Second Position, Multimedia Category

Merck Foundation “Diabetes&Hypertension” Media Awards 2023

Jennifer Ambolley, Chronicle, First Position, Print Category
Godwin Awuni Anafo, Daily Graphic, Second Position, Print Category
Muniratu Akweley Issah, Ghana News Agency, Second Position, Online Category
Cecilia Lagba Yada, Ghanaian Times, Third Position, Online Category
Grace Hammoah Agyemang, TV3, First Position, Multimedia Category

Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Media Recognition Awards 2022

Agnes Opoku Sarpong, New Times Corporation, First Position, Print Category
Georgina Appiah, CitiNewsroom.com, First Position, Online Category
Raissa Sambou, Ghanaian Times, Third Position, Online Category
Emelia Naa Ayeley Aryee, Freelance Journalist, Third Position, Online Category
Mavis Offei Acheampong, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, First Position, Radio Category
Ohemeng Tawiah, JoyNews TV, First Position, Multimedia Category
Emmanuel Bright Quaicoe&Anita Serwaa Adzoga, Multimedia Group, Third Position, Multimedia Category
Sarah Apenkroh, TV3, Third Position, Multimedia Category

Merck Foundation “Diabetes&Hypertension” Media Awards 2022

Abigail Nana Efua Arthur, Ghanaian Times, First Position, Print Category
Ernest Senanu Dovlo, Metro Television Online, Second Position, Online Category
Vida Essel, GhanaPlus.com, Third Position, Online Category
Muniratu Akweley Issah, Ghana News Agency, Third Position, Online Category
Zadok Kwame Gyesi, Daily Graphic Online, Third Position, Online Category
Sarah Teiki Ofori, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, First Position, Multimedia Category

Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Fashion Awards 2022

Esther Awukubea
David Kwabena Appiah
Ambe Odette Awah (Ody Fachy)

Merck Foundation “Diabetes&Hypertension” Fashion Awards 2022

Eric Adomako
Linda Mensah
Dorcas Baliki
Jude Aryeetey 
Bridgette Prah

Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Song Awards 2022

Fouad Sarpong (eftii)

During the training session, the Call for applications for their 8 important awards in partnership with The First Lady of Ghana were announced for Media, Musicians, Fashion Designers, Filmmakers, students, and new potential talents in these fields. Details of the awards below:

Details of the Awards:

1. Merck Foundation Africa Media Recognition Awards “More Than a Mother” 2024: Media representatives and media students are invited to showcase their work to raise awareness about one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.

Submission deadline: 30th September 2024.

2. Merck Foundation Film Awards “More Than a Mother” 2024:  All African Filmmakers, Students of Film Making Training Institutions, or Young Talents of Africa are invited to create and share a long or short FILMS, either drama, documentary, or docudrama to deliver strong and influential messages to address one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.

Submission deadline: 30th September 2024.

3. Merck Foundation Fashion Awards “More Than a Mother” 2024: All African Fashion Students and Designers are invited to create and share designs to deliver strong and influential messages to raise awareness about one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.

Submission deadline: 30th September 2024.

4. Merck Foundation Song Awards “More Than a Mother” 2024: All African Singers and Musical Artists are invited to create and share a SONG with the aim to address one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.

Submission deadline: 30th September 2024.

5. Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards 2024 “Diabetes&Hypertension”: Media representatives are invited to showcase their work through strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about the prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

Submission deadline: 30th October 2024.

6. Merck Foundation Film Awards 2024 “Diabetes&Hypertension”: All African Filmmakers, Students of Film Making Training Institutions, or Young Talents of Africa are invited to create and share a long or short FILMS, either drama, documentary, or docudrama to deliver strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

Submission deadline: 30th October 2024.

7. Merck Foundation Fashion Awards 2024 “Diabetes&Hypertension”: All African Fashion Students and Designers are invited to create and share designs to deliver strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about the prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

Submission deadline: 30th October 2024.

8. Merck Foundation Song Awards 2024 “Diabetes&Hypertension”: All African Singers and Musical Artists are invited to create and share a SONG with the aim to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about the prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

Submission deadline: 30th October 2024.

Entries for all the awards are to be submitted via email to:

submit@merck-foundation.com

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