The Africa Energy Technology Centre (AETC) is thrilled to announce Gabriel Mbaga Obiang Lima as a keynote speaker for AETC 2026. With over 25 years at the forefront of Africa’s energy transformation, Obiang Lima brings a rare combination of policy expertise, strategic vision, and real-world impact to our premier energy technology forum.
Currently, as the CEO and Founder of Bioko Consulting and Grupo Molsa, Obiang Lima continues to shape Africa’s energy landscape through strategic partnerships and innovative development initiatives. His distinguished government career includes serving as Minister of Finance, Economy and Planning, and former Minister of Mines and Hydrocarbons of Equatorial Guinea.
In 2023, Obiang Lima made history as the simultaneous President of both OPEC and the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) — a dual presidency that amplified Africa’s voice in global energy policy like never before. He also serves as President of the Strategic Partnerships and Financing Committee of the Central African Pipeline System (CAPS).
Under his leadership, Equatorial Guinea evolved into a regional energy hub. Obiang Lima spearheaded billion-dollar initiatives including the Gas Mega-Hub, LNG2Africa, and the Fortuna FLNG project, while launching innovative programs like a compressed natural gas plant powering public transportation.
Obiang Lima’s message is clear and compelling: “Africa needs to be able to develop their resources, mainly because we need to jump into industrialization.” He advocates that while the world decarbonizes, Africa must industrialize — using its natural resources to tackle energy poverty affecting 600 million people without electricity and 900 million without clean cooking access.
Fluent in English, French, and Spanish with a degree in economics from Alma College, Obiang Lima bridges government policy and private sector innovation, creating partnerships that drive energy security and economic growth across the Gulf of Guinea and beyond.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Gabriel Mbaga Obiang Lima’s insights on Africa’s energy transformation, technological innovation, and sustainable development at AETC 2026.
About AETC: The Africa Energy Technology Centre is dedicated to positioning Africa at the forefront of energy technology innovation, fostering high-level diplomacy, and building strategic commercial bridges across the MENA region and sub-Saharan Africa.
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