The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has projected fresh investment opportunities for African gas projects as global demand patterns evolve. The call comes as fourth-quarter LNG exports are expected to decline by nearly 50%, creating new urgency for Africa to strengthen its role in the international gas market.
ASEC notes that Europe sees African gas as a potential major supply source as the continent diversifies away from traditional providers. However, Africa’s energy landscape remains deeply interconnected with the Middle East, with countries like Nigeria continuing to import refined fuel and LPG, while North African LNG plants re-export volumes through hubs such as Egypt.
In its July 2025 monthly review, ASEC recommends that African states accelerate the development of energy resources both for domestic energy security and export competitiveness. Priorities include fast-tracking gas-to-grid initiatives, LNG expansion projects such as Nigeria LNG and the East African pipeline, and scaling up renewable capacity through wind, solar, and hydropower developments.
ASEC further emphasizes the importance of forging renewable energy partnerships, highlighting that Middle Eastern capital could play a pivotal role in financing large-scale solar projects and advancing Africa’s clean energy transition.