The Africa Energy Technology Conference, set to take place from May 27 to 29, 2025, at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, will welcome an impressive roster of speakers, including renowned energy strategist Anthony Paul. With an extensive career that bridges the technical, commercial, and governance aspects of the global oil and gas industry, Paul’s participation promises to add significant depth to discussions on Africa’s energy future.
A citizen of Trinidad and Tobago, Anthony Paul’s career spans over three decades of leadership in both the public and private sectors. His journey began at Trinidad and Tobago’s Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries, followed by influential roles at Petrotrin, Amoco, BP Trinidad and Tobago, and BP plc. Transitioning to consultancy after 2003, Paul’s work has since shaped energy governance frameworks across Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
Paul’s expertise will be particularly relevant as the Africa Energy Technology Conference focuses on how technology and innovation can support sustainable resource management and governance. Having served as an advisor to ministers and regulators across Guyana, Ghana, Mozambique, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Angola, and his home country, Paul brings unparalleled insight into designing and implementing governance systems tailored to emerging petroleum economies. His hands-on experience in these regions positions him to offer practical, experience-based guidance on ensuring that Africa’s energy wealth translates into long-term, inclusive development.
Beyond his advisory work, Paul has held notable leadership positions, including non-executive directorships at Republic Finance and Merchant Bank, Massy Technologies Group, and TOSL Engineering. He also founded and chaired the Centre for Energy Enterprise Development in Trinidad and Tobago, underscoring his commitment to nurturing sustainable energy enterprises. His contributions to the South Trinidad Chamber of Industry and Commerce and his 15-year tenure as an advisor at Chatham House further demonstrate his commitment to advancing effective energy governance on the global stage.
With academic credentials including a bachelor’s degree in geology from the University of London’s Imperial College of Science and Technology and a master’s degree in geophysics from the University of Houston, Paul combines rigorous scientific knowledge with a strategic understanding of the complex energy landscape.
As Africa continues to explore and develop its hydrocarbon resources amidst a global shift toward energy transition, Anthony Paul’s presence at the Africa Energy Technology Conference is timely. His deep understanding of governance, technology deployment, and sustainable policy design will offer invaluable perspectives to policymakers, industry leaders, and technologists seeking to navigate the continent’s evolving energy ecosystem.
Participants at the conference can look forward to engaging with Paul’s wealth of experience, learning practical approaches to balancing energy development with transparency, innovation, and resilience—critical ingredients for Africa’s energy future.
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