Brazzaville is set to become a focal point of global energy dialogue once again as the Republic of the Congo prepares to host the second edition of the Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) from 10 to 12 March 2026.
Building on the success of its inaugural edition in March 2025, CEIF returns under the theme “Invest. Build. Empower: Transforming Congo’s Energy Landscape,” highlighting the country’s strategic ambitions across oil, gas, and electricity sectors during a pivotal period of development.
A Nation on the Cusp of an Energy Revolution
The 2025–2026 period marks a transformative chapter for Congo’s energy sector.
By December 2025, the second phase of the Congo LNG project is expected to triple Eni’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) output from 0.6 to 3 million tonnes per annum (mtpa).
Meanwhile, construction of the Fouta refinery—slated for launch later this year—targets an annual production of 2.5 million tonnes of diesel, gasoline, and other refined products.
This progress follows a historic milestone in February 2024, when Congo exported its first LNG shipment from the Tango FLNG unit.
With over 10 trillion cubic feet of proven gas reserves, the nation aims to establish a national gas company, introduce a revised gas code, and unveil a strategic sector-wide masterplan within the year.
Scaling Up Oil and Electricity Capacity
In the petroleum sector, giants such as TotalEnergies, Trident Energy, and Perenco are helping drive Congo’s goal to boost crude output from 280,000 to 500,000 barrels per day by 2027.
This will be achieved through tapping new oil fields and enhancing mature sites.
An international licensing round for oil and gas blocks is also scheduled for this year, targeting both global energy firms and independent operators to unlock deepwater and marginal field potential.
This initiative reinforces Congo’s standing as Sub-Saharan Africa’s third-largest oil producer.
At CEIF 2025, Congolese authorities outlined a roadmap to double national electricity generation capacity to 1,500 MW by 2030, with a strong focus on renewables.
Although the country’s hydroelectric potential is estimated at 27,000 MW, just 1% is currently utilized. Major hydro projects using diversion and storage techniques are under review to harness this untapped resource.
A Global Platform for Energy Transformation
The CEIF 2026 agenda includes panel discussions, technical workshops, and investor presentations, offering a comprehensive look at Congo’s investment potential and strategic ambitions in the global energy landscape.
“CEIF 2026 is a key platform to showcase Congo’s energy transformation.
In an era of rising hydrocarbons and a pivot toward renewables, the forum encourages constructive dialogue, attracts capital, and strengthens partnerships vital for the sector’s sustainable growth,” said Sandra Jeque, Director of Events and Projects at Energy Capital & Power.
Backed by the Ministry of Hydrocarbons and the National Oil Company of Congo, the forum will gather government representatives, international oil companies, national oil companies, independent operators, and industry experts.
Following the momentum of the 2025 edition, the 2026 forum promises to expand avenues for cooperation and elevate Congo’s role on the regional and global energy stage.
Source: apanews
