Senegal backs MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 in Dakar

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Energy Minister Dr. El Hadji Abdourahmane Diouf will officially patronize MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026, set for Dec. 1-3 in Dakar. The event comes as Senegal deepens its role as a regional oil and gas producer and seeks more investment across the MSGBC basin.

Why it matters: - Senegal is using MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 to signal support for faster energy investment across the MSGBC basin. - The event comes as the country expands its oil and gas footprint and looks to turn new production into broader economic gains. - Official patronage from President Bassirou Diomaye Faye raises the political weight of the conference.

What happened: - MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 confirmed the official participation of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Energy and Petroleum Minister Dr. El Hadji Abdourahmane Diouf. - The conference will take place Dec. 1-3 at the Abdou Diouf International Conference Center, known as CICAD, in Dakar. - The event is organized under the high patronage of President Faye and in partnership with Senegal’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum.

The details: - Dr. Diouf took office in June 2026 after Senegal formed a new government. - The government split the former Ministry of Energy, Petroleum and Mines into separate portfolios to give dedicated institutional focus to hydrocarbons. - Diouf previously served as minister of higher education, research and innovation, and later as minister of environment and ecological transition. - Senegal’s Sangomar field produced 17.9 million barrels in the first half of 2026. - The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project, shared with Mauritania, is now running at full capacity after its first export cargo in early 2025. - The conference theme is “Accelerating investment, creating prosperity: implementing the region’s energy strategy.” - MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 will bring together heads of state, ministers, investors, operators and development partners. - The gathering is intended to shape the next phase of energy investment in Mauritania, Senegal, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Guinea-Conakry. - More information and registration are available at the event website.

Between the lines: - Senegal is trying to position itself as a regional energy hub, not just a new producer. - Splitting the energy and hydrocarbons portfolios suggests a more targeted policy focus on oil and gas development. - The conference platform gives the government and industry a chance to align on infrastructure, financing and project timelines.

What's next: - MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 will run in Dakar from Dec. 1-3. - Organizers will use the event to advance discussion on investment priorities across the basin. - Attention will likely stay on how Senegal converts new production into long-term sector growth.