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16-18 June 2026
Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

 

 

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TECHNICAL CONFERENCE

Unveiling Innovation at the Africa Technology Conference

Throughout ATC, industry-leading technical experts will take centre stage to deliver in-depth presentations and share ground-breaking research, setting the stage for a deep dive into Africa's dynamic tech landscape

The dedicated technical conference, organised by SPE will offer a comprehensive exploration of the latest advancements in technology, engineering solutions and sustainable practices. The programme will encompass a wide range of topics and attendees will gain insights into cutting-edge solutions shaping the future of technology and addressing Africa’s unique challenges, fostering collaboration and innovation. 

Below is an overview of the session topics, designed to inspire, educate and equip participants with actionable strategies and knowledge from today’s top innovators and thought leaders.

RESERVOIR ENGINEERING
Advanced Reservoir Characterisation; Enhanced Oil Recovery Techniques; Reservoir Simulation Models for African Fields

DRILLING AND COMPLETIONS
Innovations in Drilling Technologies; Wellbore Integrity and Safety Management; Cost Optimisation in Completions

RENEWABLE ENERGY (GEOTHERMAL, HYDROGEN, SOLAR)
Geothermal Energy Potential in Africa; Green Hydrogen Production and Utilisation; Solar Integration in Oil and Gas Operations

PETROLEUM ECONOMICS AND FINANCE AND ENERGY REFORMS 

Impact of Energy Policies on Investment; Financing Models for African Oil Projects; Energy Market Reforms: Transition Challenges

DATA SCIENCE AND AI

AI-driven Reservoir Monitoring; Machine Learning in Drilling Optimisation; Big Data Analytics for Production Enhancement

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Safety Innovations in Oilfield Operations; Environmental Health Risk Management; Emergency Response and Incident Prevention

LOCAL CONTENT AND REGIONAL CONTENT DEVELOPMENT

Policies for Local Content Optimisation; Capacity Building in African Supply Chains; Regional Collaboration for Technology Transfer

PETROLEUM MIDSTREM AND DOWNSTREAM TECHNOLOGY AND POLICY

Infrastructure Modernisation in Midstream; LPG and Gas Processing Technologies; Regulatory Updates in Downstream Markets

OPTIMISING FIELD DEVELOPMENT PLANS

 

Integrated Field Development Planning; Digital Twins and Simulation for Planning; Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies

Call for Abstracts: Share Your Expertise at the Africa Technology Conference

We invite professionals, researchers and innovators in the energy technology sectors to submit their groundbreaking research, projects and ideas. Take this opportunity to present your work and be a key voice at the Africa Technology Conference 2026.

Why Submit an Abstract?

  • Showcase your expertise
  • Share your research, insights and technological innovations with an influential audience of industry leaders and decision-makers
  • Drive industry change
  • Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the energy sector
  • Network with industry leaders
  • Engage with policymakers, researchers and professionals from across the globe, building connections that could lead to future collaborations and growth


SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT

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