The African Energy Week (AEW) 2023 Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony celebrated the remarkable achievements and pioneering efforts of leading professionals and organizations in Africa’s energy sector.
Celebrating individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation and impact in Africa, the 2023 AEC Lifetime Achievement Award recognized two leaders in Africa: Hage Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia and Macky Sall, President of the Republic of Senegal.
President Geingob has been instrumental in shaping Namibia’s regulatory environment in a way that has made it highly attractive for foreign players. As a result, the country witnessed five major discoveries in two years while a series of projects have kicked off across the green hydrogen, mining and infrastructure sectors.
In Senegal, President Sall has shown inspirational leadership, with significant progress made in energy. The country is set to produce first oil and gas from the Sangomar and Greater Tortue Ahmeyim fields next year while continues to attract significant investment across the entire economy.