Mergers and acquisitions in 2023 might not be keeping up with last year’s pace, but Africa continues to generate its fair share of deals with recent examples including The $830m acquisition of Galp Angola by enti energias and Aker Energy AS acquired by AFC Equity Investment Ltd.
While Independents lead M&A activity, International Oil Companies (IOCs) are catching up, rationalizing portfolios, and targeting competitive African frontiers. However, for Africa-focused investors, accessing capital has become more challenging with lenders moving away from financing oil & gas projects and stricter ESG requirements. Operators and independents must now adapt, and seek innovative ways to remain competitive and access capital.
This year’s Finance and M&A Forum at Africa Oil Week 2023, sponsored by Herbert Smith Freehills, invites advisors, traders, financial institutions, and operators to share knowledge on debt and equity financing across Africa, with practical examples from successful partners and projects operating in challenging jurisdictions.
