Foday Mansaray

Investment delays and weak upstream development are constraining Africa's gas production despite substantial reserves, with industry leaders at Paris forum warning that global LNG markets will remain tight longer as geopolitical tensions and capital discipline defer projects.

Industry leaders at Paris's Invest in African Energy Forum warn that delayed gas investments and geopolitical tensions risk prolonging global LNG market tightness beyond 2026, while Africa's significant reserves remain underdeveloped due to an estimated $11-12 trillion upstream investment gap.

Investment Delays, Supply Risks Put Africa’s Gas Opportunity in Focus at Paris Forum

Africa's gas opportunity is threatened by investment delays and supply risks amid shifting geopolitics and evolving demand.