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Oil & Gas
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Africa's vast oil & gas resources hold immense potential to fuel the continent's energy needs. Invest in responsible energy solutions for a brighter future! Be part of companies committed to sustainable and ethical practices in Africa's energy sector.

$6.5 tn

Market Size

3.80%

CAGR

$8.5 tn

Forecast

Untapped Potential: Invest in Africa's Oil & Gas Sector

Africa's oil and gas sector is a treasure trove waiting to be explored. With an estimated 125.1 billion barrels of proven oil reserves (BP) and vast untapped natural gas potential, Africa holds immense strategic value. This translates to significant opportunities for foreign investors, backed by compelling data: a staggering 70% of Africa's sedimentary basins remain unexplored (Rystad Energy), presenting a wide-open door for exploration and development.

This potential is further amplified by Africa's booming demographics – a population projected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050 – and economic growth, driving energy demand upwards. The IEA predicts Africa's energy consumption will surge by 80% by 2040. This necessitates investment in oil and gas production infrastructure, making Africa an attractive proposition for foreign companies seeking a strategic and data-driven energy market.

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Methanol

Market Size

$100 Bn

CAGR

3-5%

Forecast

$145 Bn

Africa's growing industrial sector demands methanol. Invest in utilizing natural gas reserves to create high-value products like formaldehyde and fuel cells, tapping into a projected multi-billion dollar market.

Oil & Gas
Investment Zones in Africa

Plateformes Industrielles du Congo (PIC) is a public private partnership between ARISE IIP and the Republic of Congo. The objective of this partnership is to develop 3 SEZ in Pointe-Noire, Oyo and Ouesso. The government intends to diversify its economy, which until now has relied solely on revenues generated by the oil sector.

Plateforme Economique Industrielle d'Abidjan (PEIA), is a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between Arise IIP and the Republic of Cote d'Ivoire, spread over 440 Ha at PK-24 (24 KM from the economic capital of Abidjan). The Government's objective for setting up an Industrial Zone with Arise IIP, is to promote the manufacturing growth of CIV and to ensure the processing of the abundant agricultural commodities.