Rhino Resources Returns as Big Five Board Awards Sponsor

Rhino Resources has established itself as one of the Namibian frontier's most exciting independents - and a serious contender in the country’s journey towards first oil.

Under Travis Smithard's leadership, Rhino has grown from a junior explorer into an independent with real momentum, with a clear long-term vision for the continent. Just as notable is Rhino's commitment to developing affordable, lower-carbon energy for South Africa via the Karoo Basin, and always building local capability to ensure the next generation of African talent shares in the industry’s success.

That is exactly the kind of leadership and activity the Big Five Board Awards exists to recognise. Africa’s longest-running upstream energy awards, now entering its 31st edition, honours the individuals, companies, governments and institutions moving the continent’s energy sector forward and we're delighted to welcome back Rhino Resources as sponsor for 2027!

🌍 Join us in London, May '27, at this fitting finale to the 10th edition of the industry-renowned Africa Energies Summit.