Conference Programme
From Borders to Bridges: Driving Intra-African Trade and Development through Energy & Technology Services.
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The Strategic Framework
Focus: Policy Harmonisation, Cross-Border Finance, and Digital Connectivity.
Registration & Networking Breakfast
Musical interlude by the Police band
Pan-African Welcome Display
Opening Ceremony
Lead Sponsor- Sonangol AETC 2026 Official Video
Scene Setting
The vision for a borderless African energy market.
Opening Ceremony: Sponsored by Africa Energy Technology Center.
Cultural Display
Prayer: MC
Call to Order
House Rules
National Anthem by Police band
Scene setting by AETC Youth Ambaassador:Tydon Joojo Dadzie on youth as the Catalyst for Africa's Tech Evolution
Welcome Address: Ms. Emelia Cedar-Palm Akumah (Founder & President of AETC)
Goodwill Message: H.E. Shirley Ayorkor Botchway(Secretary General of Common Wealth)
Remarks by: H.E. Farid Ghezali (Secretary General Appo)
Address from Strategic Partner: Hon. John Jinapor (Minister of Energy and Green Transition)
Keynote Address: H.E John Dramani Mahama (President of Ghana)
Exhibition Tour, Networking, and Picture Taking
Plenary 1: The Policy Bridge: Harmonising Frameworks for Continental Integration
Keynote Speech by Hon. Haruna Iddrisu (7 mins) · Sponsored by SONANGOL · Ministerial Panel Session
This ministerial panel moves beyond national policies to address the "regulatory friction" that stops trade. Ministers will discuss how to align legal frameworks, tariffs, and transit laws to allow energy to flow freely between nations.
Africa's energy ministers unite to tear down the regulatory walls separating our markets.
Dr.Kwame Baah Nuako Advisor on Strategy and Sustainability for the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC)
Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Ghana
Hon. Kerryne James, Minister for Climate Resilience, the Environment, and Renewable Energy Grenada
H.E. Farid Ghezali (APPO Secretary General)
M. MESSAOUDENE LAMINE TAHAR Manager at the Ministry of Energy and Renewables
Mr. Mustapha Choi (General Manager of Sustainable Energy Services Company)
Hon. Emmanuel BedzrahMember of Parliament (MP) Ho West Constituency
Atiya Hamed Ali Director, Officer of International Cooperation Libya
H.E Arlindo Bota Manuel Carlos (Secretary of State for Energy of Angola)
Plenary 2: Financing the Corridor: Capital Structures for Cross-Border Infrastructure
Key Insight Speech: Keynote Speech by His Royal Majesty Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako II (7 mins) · Sponsored by: AEICORP · Presentation: (7 mins) Mr. Zakaria Dosso, Managing Director, Africa Energy Investment Corporation (AEICorp) · Africa Energy Finance & Investment Forum (AETC & AEICORP)
We shift from g eneral project finance to "Corridor Finance." This forum explores how to structure bankable deals for multi-country pipelines and transmission lines, mitigating the risk of projects that span multiple jurisdictions.
Building a connected Africa requires capital that knows no borders— meet the financiers funding the continent's physical bridges.
Aasiya Nettey Senior Associate at TEMPLARS
Keynote Speech by MS. SILJE VEVATNE (Counsellor of The Norwegian Embassy to Ghana)
Dr. Theophilus Acheampong, Technical Advisor, Ministry for Finance, Ghana
Mr. Zakaria Dosso, Managing Director, Africa Energy Investment Corporation (AEICorp)
Robert Laryea -Managing Partner of RMC Management Consultants
Alice Osei- Okrah Partner Strategy and Transactions
Isaac Simpson – Head, Financial Advisory & Equity Capital Markets At Stanbic Bank Ghana
Professor Ferdinand Ahiakpor Deputy Managing Director of Agricultural Development Bank
Mr. Edward Ato Sarpong (CEO/MD Agricultural Development Bank)
Lunch Break
Plenary 3: Fireside Chat: The Digital Nexus: Tech Services as the Backbone of a Unified Market
Technology is the glue holding the unified market together. This chat explores how cloud computing and data sharing create a "virtual energy grid" that allows nations to trade power in real-time.
A unified market needs a digital nervous system. We explore the tech layer making the African Power Pools a reality.
Rubbat Oseni ASSISTANT MANAGER, COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS IN CHARGE OF GAS SCHEDULING
Mr. Ayodele Asaolu, CEO, Lordsway Energies
Isaac Yedonu Aboah Founder and Host of the Change Africa Podcast, Governing Board Member of the Commonwealth Human Ecology Council (CHEC)
(Representatives from this session will transition to the next)
Plenary 4: Security Through Integration: Navigating Geopolitics via Shared Infrastructure
Key Insight Speech: (7 mins) Mr. Walid Ali Benupeiti (Director General of Information and Digital transformation Authority)
Energy security is redefined as interdependence. This session argues that shared infrastructure (pipelines/grids) is the strongest buffer against geopolitical shocks, making trade a tool for national stability.
True security lies in our neighbours. Experts discuss why interconnected energy systems are safer than isolated ones.
RUBABAT OSENI ASSISTANT MANAGER, COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS IN CHARGE OF GAS SCHEDULING
Mr. Papa Oben Operations Manager, MODEC
Mr. Ayodele Asaolu, CEO, Lordsway Energies
Mr. Felix Bob Ocitti, Senior Poli cy Officer in Charge, African Energy Commission (AFREC)
Mr. Divine Selase Agbeti, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Cyber Security Authority, Ghana
Ms Maybel- Acquaye Senior Policy Analyst and Head of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL)
Adaku Ufere Energy, Climate, and Sustainability Leader for the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS
Solomon Emmanuel – CEO, Apply Technologies
Plenary 5: Critical Links: Digitalising the Supply Chain for Strategic Minerals
SPONSORED BY APPLY TECHNOLOGIES · Critical Mining & Minerals Forum
Instead of exporting raw ore, this session focuses on the logistics of regional value chains. It explores how digital tracking enables minerals mined in one country to be processed in a neighbouring hub.
The race for critical minerals is won in the supply chain. We map the digital tools building Africa's regional battery hubs.
Ms. Paulina Annamanleading Corporate Transactions Lawyer and legal consultant at AB & David Africa,
Mr. Papa Obeng Operations Manager, MODEC
Ziad Hamoui – Executive Director, Tarzan Enterprise Limited
Isaac Yedonu Aboah
Sammy Gyamfi, CEO, Gold Board (hand-delivered)(Represented byThe Deputy Chief Executive Officer Mr. Richard Nunekpeku)
Angela List, CEO, Nguvu Mining
Mr. Edward Ato Sarpong (CEO/MD Agricultural Development Bank
Mr. Reindolf Annor Partner, KPMG
Mr. Walid Ali Benupeiti (Director General of Information and Digital transformation Authority)
Ms. Georgette Barnes- Sakyi-Addo Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Georgette Barnes Limited
Closing of Day 1 Strategic Conference
DAY 1 EVENING: Exclusive Gala Dinner & Trade Awards Night
Arrival of Guests and Red Carpet
Networking Red-carpet picture-taking
Grand Procession
Prayer and scene setting by MC National Anthem by Band Cultural Display
Opening & Context Setting
Welcome Address by Ms. Emelia Cedar-Palm Akumah (AETC Founder/President)
Video Spotlight AETC 2026 VIDEO AND SPONSOR- Pecan Energies
Message by Gala Dinner Night Sponsor Sunon Asogli Power plant
Remarks by: Dr Sangu Delle: Board Chair Ashesi/ Board Member Havard University/ Technical Advisor Ministry for Youth Development and Empowerment/ Care Point Health
Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition
Hon. Issifu Seidu, Minister of state and climate change on Leveraging Energy Technology and Climate Resilience to Drive Intra-African Trade and Development
Hon George Opare Addo, Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment
Hon. John A. Jinnapor, Minister for Energy & Green Transition
Cultural Performance
Address: Ga Mantse NiiTackie Teiko Tsuru II
Cultural Performance
Prof Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, Vice President of the Republic of Ghana
Music break
A short documentary video
MUSICAL BREAK
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS CATEGORY 1 AETC 2026 WINNERS ENERGY/ WOMEN OF THE YEAR AETC YEEIP WINNERS SPEECH BY DR. EUGENE OWUSU PRESENTATION OF NEXT GEN
YEEIP Launch & Celebrations
Declare the launch of the YEEIP Project with fireworks
AETC 3.0 Cake-Cutting (VP, Founder C President of AETC, Minister, Senior-level dignitaries)
Picture-taking
A Toast Led by the VP to the brightness of Africa's future
Stage performance Kofi Kinata
(Exit of the VP)
Closing and the Grand Finale
Vote of Thanks by MoEGT Chief Director Party till night drops
The Trade & Human Capital Engine
Focus: Intra-African Commerce, Service Exports, and Workforce Mobility.
Registration / Coffee & Networking
Partner & Sponsor Ads GNPC & AFCFTA
Special Keynotes: The Gas Bridge
Focusing on Gas as the physical connector of African industry.*
Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State, Petroleum Resources (Gas), Nigeria
Hon. Kerryne James (Minister of climate and resilience, Grenada)
H.E Arlindo Bota Manuel Carlos (Secretary of State for Energy and Water)
Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare (Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry in Ghana)
Hon. Sampson Ahi (Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry in Ghana)
Mr. Carlo Mcleod (Presidential Special Advisor & Deputy Head (Upstream Petroleum Unit))
Any other Ministers
Keynote Address : H.E. Wamkele Mene (Secretary General of AfCFTA)
Presentation/Keynote:Keynote Speech
H. E. Myriam Montrat ( Canadian Ambassador to Ghana)
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Scene Setting:
Plenary 6 (Main Dialogue): The Energy Services Marketplace: Accelerating Intra-African Commerce
The Intra-Africa Energy Dialogue (AETC & AfCFTA)
This is the core trade session. It examines the barriers to moving skilled engineers, specialized equipment, and maintenance services across borders, aiming to create a "Free Trade Zone" for energy services.
The AfCFTA opens doors, but energy services face unique hurdles. We map the route to a barrier-free marketplace for African expertise.
Anne-Bernadette Aidoo Forson
Keynote Speech: H.E Arlindo Bota Manuel Carlos (Secretary of State for Energy and Water)
Dr Kwame Baah Nuako – Petroleum Hub
Mr. Abiola Williams
Mr. Momoh Oyarekuah, Chairman, CORAN
Ramana Shareef
Ms. Sandisiwe Ncemane, General Manager, Central Energy Fund
Mr. Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng
Mr. Rashid Abdullah Affrec (to be represented by Mr. Bob Ocitti)
Samuel Kow Acquah, Gridco
Breakout A (Fireside): Bridging the Digital Divide: Women Leading Tech Integration - Ms. Cynthia Ofori Dwumo h
Women & Girls in Energy Innovation & Technology (AETC) /Tailored Fireside Chat. Topic TBC
Highlighting women who are building the digital payment systems and cross-border logistics platforms that facilitate energy trade.
Women are architecting the digital bridges of Africa's energy future.
Ms Kuukua Ocran
Ms. Emelia Cedar-Palm Akumah & Ms. Fatima Dangote
Breakout B: The ESG Passport: Harmonising Standards for Green Trade (Plenary 8)
SPONSORED BY GRIDCO · Key Insight Speech: Hon. Dorcas Affo-Toffey
Different ESG standards create trade friction. This session proposes a harmonised African ESG framework that acts as a "passport" for green energy exports.
Inconsistent standards are a trade barrier. We propose a unified African ESG framework to streamline the flow of clean energy.
Mr. Ibrahim Adle Muhammad
Dr. David Arku, Vice President, IOSH
Mr. Erik Nygard, Founder/CEO, Kofa Technologies Limited
Mr. Jorge Appiah, CEO, Solar Taxi Limited
Ms. Afua Adubea Koranteng, Managing Partner, Koranteng & Koranteng Legal Advisors
Linda Akosua Zwennes, Head of Regulatory Affairs, ABSA Bank Ghana Limited
Dr. Robert Sogbadji
Breakout A: Leadership Without Borders: Women Driving Regional Energy Projects (Plenary 7)
SPONSORED BY Africa Energy Technology Center
Focusing on the unique commercial diplomacy skills required to lead multi-national consortia and cross-border negotiations.
Cross-border projects require a new style of leadership. Meet the women navigating the complexities of multi-country developments.
Ms. Kukua Ocran
Ms Linda Mathews
Ing. Yaa Okudzeto
Ing. Elizabeth Rogo, Founder & CEO, Tsavo Oilfield Services
Ms. Regina Honu, CEO, Soronko Academy
Ms. Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie – Energy Commission
Ms. Colette Atsu-Djadou, Partner, KPMG
Ms. Tobi Shofowora
Ms. Sylvia Ekanza
Breakout A: The NOC & IOC Alliance: Standardising Operations for a Seamless Market (Plenary 9)
Key Insight Speech: H.E Laura Ranalli
NOCs and IOCs discuss standardising technical and safety protocols to allow for easier resource sharing and joint ventures across boundaries.
Fragmented regulations cost billions. NOCs and IOCs draft the blueprint for a standardised, efficient continental industry.
Sena Aku Adde. esq
Edudzi Tamakloe, National Petroleum Authority
Linda Clarke- Commerical Manager at Shell
Berta Rodrigues - President of Association of Angolan Energy Company
Ayo Salami Partner & Head of Energy and Natural Resources, KPMG
Dr.Ibilola Amao - Board Member of Petroleum Club
Callistus Nero
Alfa Mohammed
Joseph Dadzie – Head of Upstream Ghana, VITOL
Ms. Sesakho Magadla, CEO, Strategic Fuel Fund
Mr. Enoch Opare Mintah
Ghit Emhemed Elghniniss Director Department of Legal Affairs
Breakout B: The Mobile Workforce: Skills Mobility for a Pan-African Industry (Plenary 10)
Keynote Speech : Mr. Edward Ato Sarpong (CEO/MD Agricultural Development Bank) · SPONSORED BY : Pecan Energies · Gufalco Ltd. · Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) · Classic Continental Global Limited · NextGen in Energy Innovation
An integrated market needs an integrated workforce. This session focuses on mutual recognition of certifications so engineers and welders can work on projects anywhere in Africa.
A borderless market needs a borderless workforce. We explore the "Technical Passport" for African energy talent.
Michael Gyan
Ms Samira Abdul Azeez
Mr. Derrick Annan
Mr. Joseph Amoah
Ms.Oluwaatobi manager,Tetracore energy group,Accra-ghana
Ama Sarpong, Ghana Enterprise Agency.
Lunch Break
Breakout A: Renewables Across Borders: Interconnecting the African Power Pools (Plenary 11)
SPONSORED BY BUI POWER · Key Insight Speech: H.E. Ángel Lossada Torres-Quevedo · Ms. Katherina Puertz · Renewables & Power Forum
Focusing on "Wheeling" renewable power—how to technically and legally transport solar or hydro energy from resource-rich areas to industrial hubs in other nations.
The sun doesn't shine everywhere, but a connected grid solves the intermittency challenge.
Ekua Appiah-Menka
Mr. Frank Asirifi Otchere, Acting CEO, Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCO)
Ing. Seth Mahu, Renewables Director, Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Ghana
Mr. Justice Kyere Director of Technical Bui power
Mr. David Quaye Annan
Raphael Osei-Boafo, Associate Director, KPMG
Robert Carl Nunoo (General Manager Green transition & alternative )Company (BOST)
Sonangol Gas and Renewable Energies
Malaika Dela Barkar
Breakout B: Pipelines of Prosperity: Gas Infrastructure as a Regional Connector (Plenary 12)
SPONSORED BY GHANA GAS · African Gas Forum · Key Insight Speech: H.E. Rui Orlando Xavier · Key Insight Speech: Sonangol
Moving from "monetization" to "logistics." This session analyzes the pipelines and virtual LNG bridges needed to move gas from producers to energy- hungry neighbours.
Gas is the fuel of industrialisation, but only if we can transport it. We map the infrastructure linking Africa's gas reserves to its markets.
Nicholas Solomon
Ms. Judith Adjobah Blay, Chief Executive Officer, Ghana Gas
Mr. Brian Muriuki, Managing Director and Country Chair Ghana, Shell Energy
Dr. Toni Aubynn, CEO, Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC)
Mr. Ronald Adams, Managing Director, Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited
Anthony Paul, Deputy AETC Chairman
Dr Fall Mbaye, Director General, INPG
H.E. Abdullahi Sule, Governor, Nasarawa State
Plenary 13 (Closing): Global Bridges: Aligning African Policy with International Markets
From Accra to Antalya
How African energy policy can remain autonomous while integrating with global trends (BRICS, G20), focusing on trade diplomacy and technology transfer.
Africa is not an island. We outline the diplomatic strategies ensuring Africa remains competitive in the global energy arena.
Mr. Alexander Koomson
Christian Papy Bin-Issa
Mr. Tony Burkson
Mr. Gordon Dadey - Partner, KPMG
Mr. Momoh Jimah Oyarekhua - Chairman of OPAC Refineries
Richard Gyan Mensah, Deputy Energy Minister – Ghana
Kweku Boateng, Petroleum Commission - Director Economics & Local Content
Ing. Seth Mahu - Director of Renewable Energy and Green Transition
Technical Workshops at CEIBS
Focus: Technical Standards, Interoperability, and Service Scaling.
Registration
Keynotes (Acknowledge partners)
Emelia Akumah
CEIBS: Ms. ALice Ofosua Asiedua Sogbadji Lead Human Resource Manager / Administration at PSC Tema Shipyard Limited
Ms. Ekua Appiah-Menka (YEEIP FASCILITATOR)
From Local Content to Regional Hubs: The Service Export Evolution
Optimizing Africa's Oil & Gas Sector
Challenging local service companies to think bigger—moving from "Local Content" compliance to becoming "Regional Champions" that export services.
The era of hyper-local is ending. Learn how indigenous companies are scaling to service the wider continent.
Dr. Anthony Paul
The Interoperable Grid: Technical Standards for Regional Power Trade
Disruptive Technologies
A technical deep-dive into the software and hardware standards required to make different national grids "talk" to each other.
Solving the "Tower of Babel" problem in Africa's power grids.
Lunch Break
Disruptive Technologies Transforming Africa's Oil, Gas, and Energy Sector
Speaker:
Closing remarks