And the pressure on African countries is mounting to curtail investment in natural gas as part of the energy transition. Countries in Africa account for 8% of global gas reserves, 6% of global marketed production and 7% of global gas exports. However, they account only for 4% of global gas consumption. Six (6) out of our 18 member countries represent this continent, accounting for more than 90% of Africa’s proven natural gas reserves. Organised by the African Energy Chamber (AEC), the inaugural African Energy Week united global and African energy stakeholders with an aim to drive industry growth and promote Africa as the destination for Africa-focused events.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 24, 2021 03:00 UTC