Key Thematic Areas
Exploring the critical pillars of Africa's energy future
2026 Conference Themes
The AETC 2026 program is built around these core thematic areas, designed to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the African energy sector.
1. Financing the Bridge: Investment, Capital & Risk Management
Innovating Financial Models, Mitigating Investment Risk, The Role of DFIs and Private Equity.
2. Intra-African Trade & Investment: Building a Unified Energy Market
Policy Harmonization, Regional Power Pools & Grids, Logistics & Supply Chain Optimization.
3. Local Content: Harnessing Africa's Human and Economic Capital
Capacity Building & Skills Development, Supplier Development, Promoting Entrepreneurship.
4. Oil & Gas: Powering Africa's Energy Transition & Economic Security
Monetization of Natural Gas, Unlocking Subsea Potential, Sustainable Oil & Gas Operations.
5. Innovation & Future Technology: The Digital and Technological Leap
Digital Transformation in Energy, The Hydrogen Economy, Bio-Technology & Energy, Nuclear Energy.
6. Policy & Governance: Creating a Conducive Environment
Policy Harmonization, Energy Policy & Climate.
7. Critical Minerals & Supply Chains: From Raw Materials to Global Powerhouse
The Role of Critical Minerals, Developing Local Supply Chains.
8. Renewable Energy: Tapping into Africa's Abundant Resources
Scaling Solar & Wind, Off-Grid & Decentralized Solutions, Energy Technology in Agriculture.
9. ESG & Climate Action: The Path to a Sustainable Future
ESG Integration, Carbon Markets & Trading.
10. Building the Foundations: Infrastructure & Projects
Strategic Cross-Border Projects, Health and Safety.
11. The Human Element: Next Generation & Women in Energy
Empowering the Next Generation, Women in Energy, Leadership Development.
12. Nuclear Technology for Africa
Exploring Nuclear Power, Technology & Safety.