GNPC’s Kwame Ntow Amoah Confirmed as Chair of APPO NOC CEOs Forum, Reaffirms Africa’s Just Energy Transition
Accra | 26 September 2025 – The 7th APPO NOC CEOs Forum in Accra marked a pivotal moment for Africa’s energy sector as Kwame Ntow Amoah, Acting Chief Executive of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), was confirmed and recognized as Chair of the Forum. His leadership underscored a renewed commitment by African national oil companies to collaboration, innovation, and a sustainable future. His confirmation comes at a time when African NOCs are under pressure to secure financing while responding to global calls for decarbonization. His confirmation comes at a time when African NOCs are under pressure to secure financing while responding to global calls for decarbonization.
In remarks to delegates, Amoah urged African producers to ‘deepen shared learning and accelerate technological innovation’ as a strategy to confront climate risks and volatile markets.
The emphasis on a just transition highlighted the importance of balancing energy security, social inclusion, and environmental stewardship in the continent’s growth trajectory.
The Forum convened leading executives from across Africa’s petroleum landscape, reflecting the continent’s drive to harness its hydrocarbon resources more responsibly and to align its strategies with global energy transition goals. Amoah’s confirmation as Chair signals a coordinated approach to reinforcing Africa’s position in the global energy economy, with the GNPC chief expected to play a central role in shaping dialogue on sustainable resource management and regional cooperation.
As African producers navigate the complexities of declining global investment in fossil fuels, the Forum’s outcomes underline a collective resolve to strengthen partnerships, unlock innovation, and secure energy independence. Under Amoah’s stewardship, the APPO NOC CEOs Forum will be positioned to amplify Africa’s voice in international energy governance while pursuing an inclusive, sustainable pathway for the continent’s energy future.
