About AETC 2027
A New Chapter: From Bridges to Ownership
That is the work of AETC 2027. The Africa Energy Technology Conference proudly returns for its fourth edition in Accra, Ghana, a landmark gathering focused on the next frontier of the continent’s transformation: African ownership of technology. Building on three successful conferences, AETC 2027 is set to be Africa’s premier platform for turning homegrown innovation into scaled, commercial, and continent-wide reality.
Engineering Sovereignty
Scaling and Commercializing Indigenous Technologies for Africa’s Unified Energy Economy
Our 2026 theme, “From Borders to Bridges,” made the case for intra-African trade and connected markets. AETC 2027 takes the next decisive step: the bridges are being built, now Africa must own the vehicles that cross them. Engineering sovereignty means Africans designing, building, manufacturing, owning, and commercializing the technologies that power the continent, rather than importing and deploying the innovations of others. It is the difference between participating in the global energy economy and shaping it.
Three days of conference and exhibition, 18–20 May 2027, opening with the Africa Energy Rave Soirée on 17 May, will move the conversation from ambition to execution, from pilots to plants, from prototypes to products, and from isolated innovations to a unified energy economy where African-engineered solutions are financed, standardised, manufactured, and traded at scale.
Join us at AETC 2027 to help build an Africa that does not just consume the energy transition, it engineers, owns, and exports it.
Delegates will gain unparalleled access to
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Technology Commercialization & Scale-Up
Practical pathways for moving indigenous energy technologies from pilot stage to bankable, revenue-generating businesses ready for continental deployment.
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Indigenous Innovation & Manufacturing
A showcase of African-designed and African-built energy technologies, and the local manufacturing capacity needed to produce them at scale.
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Financing for Sovereignty
Dedicated forums connecting founders, engineers and projects with venture capital, blended finance, DFIs and patient capital tuned to homegrown technology.
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A Unified Energy Market
High-level dialogue on the standards, interoperability, policy harmonisation and regional value chains that turn 54 markets into one energy economy.
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Skills & Engineering Capacity
A firm focus on building the technical, managerial and entrepreneurial talent that engineering sovereignty demands.
Our Vision
Our roadmap for a unified African energy future.
Accelerate Intra-African Trade
Dismantling regulatory and physical barriers to enable the seamless flow of energy services across borders.
Foster Technological Innovation
Acting as a catalyst for the adoption of future-proof technologies, from green hydrogen to subsea exploration.
Catalyse Strategic Investment
Creating a high-impact matchmaking platform that connects viable African energy projects with global finance.
Empower Local Content
Prioritising the development of African skills, suppliers, and entrepreneurs within the energy value chain.
Why Attend AETC 2027
Compelling reasons to join us in Accra.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with key stakeholders, industry leaders, and policymakers from the energy sector. The conference is an invaluable platform to forge relationships, establish partnerships, and collaborate on initiatives that drive industry growth and innovation.
Insightful Discussions and Panels
Take part in thought-provoking discussions and panels featuring experts and thought leaders in the energy industry. Gain insight into the latest trends, challenges, and solutions, and knowledge that informs your strategic planning.
Investment and Business Opportunities
Explore investment opportunities and engage with financial institutions, investors, and ESG advisors. Present your projects, discover funding sources, and enter into potential investment partnerships.
Innovation and Technology Showcase
Discover cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions driving the future of energy. Exhibitions and demonstrations highlight the latest advances in energy technology, seen first-hand.
Youth Empowerment and a Sustainable Future
Support and engage with the next generation of energy leaders. The conference is dedicated to an inclusive and sustainable future for Africa, where young leaders can champion the continent's vision.
Specialised Features
Tailored experiences for professional growth.
B2B Matchmaking
A dedicated platform for developers, project owners, and investors to schedule one-on-one meetings. We facilitate meaningful connections that lead to real deals.
Technical Roundtables
Deep-dive sessions on engineering challenges, regulatory hurdles, and technological implementation across Africa's diverse energy landscape.
Who Can Attend AETC 2027
Everyone with a stake in Africa's energy economy: the people who set policy, run the companies, build the technology, finance the projects and will lead the sector next.
Government and Policy Makers
Senior government representatives, ministers of energy, policy regulators, and climate change officials driving legislative frameworks.
Energy, Oil and Gas Executives
Leaders from international oil companies (IOCs), national oil companies (NOCs), and independent power producers (IPPs).
Tech and Solution Providers
Innovators from energy technology firms, EPC contractors, and digital solution providers spearheading modernisation.
Startups and Local Manufacturers
Founders, inventors, SMEs, and local manufacturers taking indigenous energy technologies from prototype to market.
Mining and Supply Chain
Stakeholders in mining (critical minerals), logistics officers, and supply chain strategists essential to the industry.
Finance and Investment
Decision-makers from development finance institutions (DFIs), private equity firms, impact investors, and commercial banks.
Professional Services
Legal advisors, energy consultants, insurance providers, and trade associations facilitating cross-border commerce.
Next Gen and Academia
Young energy professionals, academic researchers, and think tanks contributing to the future of African energy.
Partner with AETC
Build a Sovereign Energy Future with Us
Join us in building a sovereign energy future for Africa. Your sponsorship is a powerful statement of commitment, and a key step toward scaling the technologies that will power the continent.
Network. Invest. Cut Deals.
18–20 May 2027 · Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra