February 2026 – Page 25 – Future Media News

Investors Look to Paris to Gauge Africa’s 2026 Energy Pipeline

As global energy investment becomes more selective, capital is concentrating on African markets that combine near-term project delivery, regulatory momentum and credible financing pathways. The confirmation of energy ministers from Senegal, Nigeria, Zambia and Djibouti at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2026 Forum in Paris highlights markets where governments are actively engaging investors to advance priority projects. Senegal: From Exploration to Project Delivery In Senegal, attention has shifted […]

5 February, 2026

APO International

Momentum accelerates as Dakar 2026 enters Games year

Key facts Dakar 2026 has entered the delivery phase, with venue works and operational readiness advancing as the Games year begins. Preparations are supported by strong national coordination, growing public engagement and a clear focus on youth legacy. Key milestones ahead include the Chefs de Mission Seminar in April and the arrival of the Olympic flame on the African continent in September. Delivered by Dakar 2026 Organising Committee (YOGOC) […]

5 February, 2026

APO International

From Stalled Talks to Breakthroughs: Yoyo-Yolanda Signals New Chapter for the Gulf of Guinea

Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea have signed a unitization agreement to jointly develop the cross-border Yoyo-Yolanda gas fields, marking a decisive step toward accelerating long-delayed gas monetization in the Gulf of Guinea. Forming part of the broader Gas Mega Hub (GMH) - an initiative led by Equatorial Guinea to monetize stranded gas reserves - the agreement strengthens cross-border cooperation at a time when the GMH is showing signs of resurgence. […]

5 February, 2026

APO International

South Africa and Afreximbank: A Historic Agreement

Africa24 Group (https://Africa24TV.com/) invites viewers to relive, in full replay on Africa24 and Africa24 English, the official historic ceremony marking the Republic of South Africa’s accession to the Establishment Agreement of Afreximbank (African Export-Import Bank), the continent’s leading multilateral financial institution. The complete ceremony replay is available here (https://apo-opa.co/4kiFsR7) With this landmark signature, Africa’s largest economy becomes the 54th member state of the Bank, cementing a major strategic partnership […]

5 February, 2026

Namibia

NamRA flags duplicate return issue, urges taxpayers to hold off submissions

The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has detected a duplicate return issue in its Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS), affecting a number of taxpayers. The anomaly was discovered on Monday, February 2, and technical teams are already working to resolve it. NamRA spokesperson Steven Ndorokaze advised taxpayers not to submit any outstanding returns that may be duplicated while the issue is being addressed. “Taxpayers will not be prevented from obtaining their […]

5 February, 2026

Namibia

PDM’s Venaani questions plan to move oil and gas oversight to Presidency

The State House of the Republic of Namibia (Photo by: Namibian Presidency/X) A proposed law that would move oversight of the upstream oil and gas sector to the Presidency has ignited a political debate in the National Assembly, with Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader McHenry Venaani warning that lawmakers must not “rubber stamp” a decision with far-reaching implications. The amendment bill, tabled this week, seeks to centralise control of the […]

5 February, 2026

APO International

AUSTRIACARD Successfully Achieves mada Card Chip Profile Certification

AUSTRIACARD HOLDINGS (www.AUSTRIACARD.com) is proud to announce it has successfully obtained the Card Chip Profile certification (Certificate No. CV071) with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) for the mada debit card scheme, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion strategy. This certification represents a major and important achievement for AUSTRIACARD, demonstrating the company's commitment to meeting the highest international standards for payment card technology. The successful completion of SAMA's rigorous certification process validates AUSTRIACARD's technical excellence and quality standards in […]

4 February, 2026

APO International

Africa’s storage moment: Why end-to-end solutions are shaping the next phase of renewable growth

Africa’s renewable energy expansion is accelerating, led by solar deployment across East, West, and Southern Africa. Yet as generation capacity grows, the continent’s central challenge is shifting from installation to integration. Grid instability, diesel dependence, and weak transmission networks are placing new emphasis on battery energy storage systems (BESS) as critical infrastructure rather than optional add-ons. In many African markets, storage is not driven by energy trading or arbitrage, […]

4 February, 2026

APO International

The Energy Republic Unveils Sub-Saharan Africa International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC) Newsletter, Showcasing Sub-Saharan Africa Energy Growth and Project Opportunities

The Energy Republic (http://TheEnergyRepublic.com), a global publication and business platform, has unveiled the official Sub-Saharan Africa International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC) Newsletter, showcasing the region's energy growth, local content development, and project opportunities. Download Document: https://apo-opa.co/49XV6hf SAIPEC Newsletter, published by The Energy Republic - http://TheEnergyRepublic.com, provides insight into the latest trends across the Sub-Saharan Africa oil and gas industry, with extensive coverage on in-country policy frameworks and the opportunities […]

4 February, 2026