The future of African oil and gas: positioning for the energy transition

The future of African oil and gas: Positioning for the energy transition

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Quick Facts
Report location: source
Language: English
Publisher: McKinsey
Publication date: June 8, 2022
Authors: Acha Leke, Oliver Onyekweli, Peter Gaius-Obaseki
Time horizon: 2040
Geographic focus: Africa, Europe
Page count: 13

Methods

The research method involved data analysis, scenario modeling, and categorization of African countries based on the resilience of their oil reserves and economic reliance on oil and gas revenues. It also included the examination of global energy demand projections, the impact of policy changes, and the potential for renewable energy investments.

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Key Insights

Africa's oil and gas industry is at a crossroads due to the global energy transition. While the continent's energy demand is expected to surge, its oil and gas assets are costlier and more carbon-intensive than global averages. This report explores the challenges and opportunities for African oil and gas producers, emphasizing the need for an inclusive energy transition, investment in renewable energy, and strategies to decarbonize and improve cost efficiency. It also examines the impact of external factors such as the Ukraine conflict on European energy diversification and the potential for African nations to meet this demand.

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