Inaugural SPE Africa Technology Conference (SPE ATC), Tanzania
CypherCrescent is proud to be represented at the inaugural SPE Africa Technology Conference (SPE ATC), held at the Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, a landmark event redefining Africa’s role in the global energy landscape.
- September 04, 2025
CypherCrescent is proud to be represented at the inaugural SPE Africa Technology Conference (SPE ATC), held at the Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, a landmark event redefining Africa’s role in the global energy landscape.
The Conference session highlighted
- Opening remarks by Dr. Riverson Oppong, Oliver Houźe, and Engr. Charles Sangweni
- Strategic overview of Tanzania’s oil & gas industry
- Plenary 1: Africa’s Role in the Global Energy Transition
- Call for an Africa Energy Bank
- Push for technology domestication and regional energy decentralisation
- Emphasis on cross-border collaboration and leveraging Africa’s skilled talent
- Plenary 2: Local Content Development – From Policy to Implementation
- Focus on policy-driven capacity building
- Strong message to indigenous companies: take the lead, deliver, and own the space
- Plenary 3: Diversity & Inclusion in Africa’s Energy Sector
- Celebrated progress made across the continent
- Reaffirmed the need for collective action toward a more inclusive industry
At CypherCrescent, we are deeply committed to advancing digital oilfield technologies, developing local capacity, and fostering collaborations that drive sustainable progress in Africa’s energy sector.
We look forward to more enriching conversations in the days ahead.
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