Panel Recap: Angola’s Competitive Advantage in Upstream Investment

5 Nov

Written By Rachel Creegan - Marketing Manager

If you know anything about Africa’s upstream industry, you’ll know Angola has re-emerged as a top-tier destination for upstream investment, powered by policy reforms, transparency, and new incentives that are reigniting deepwater exploration.

This panel was a who’s who of those who have been instrumental in Angola’s journey so far:

Alcides Andrade - Executive Board Member ANPG Angola
Adriano Mongini - CEO Azule Energy
Nahed Kahloul - VP Offshore Atlantic East Exploration Data SLB
Katrina Fisher - Angola President ExxonMobil
Ane Aubert - MD Equinor Angola
Hans Kuehner - Director International Exploration Chevron

Key panel insight:

🎤 “Speed, transparency, and strong incentives are driving renewed exploration.”

🎤 “Collaboration and local talent development are key to long-term success.”

🎤 “AI and digital tech are unlocking Angola’s subsurface potential.”

🎤 “Gas and biofuels will power Angola’s industrial future.”

With technology, collaboration, and sustainability at its core, Angola is redefining its role in the global energy mix.