As the largest event of its kind in the country, the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025 conference will explore Angola’s strategy for advancing gas-fueled power generation. By highlighting major projects, discussing strategies for enhancing production capacity and addressing critical challenges, the event will facilitate deals across Angola and the region’s growing gas industry.

Major Power Projects

Angola is set to expand its gas-fired power generation with projects such as the Soyo II Combined Cycle Power Plant. Currently in the permitting stage, the project is expected to begin commercial operations in 2025. The 750 MW dual-fuel power plant will be developed in a single phase, increasing the country’s gas processing capacity from 75 million to 125 million cubic feet of gas per day.

The project complements the existing Soyo I Combined Cycle Power Plant and Falcão Phase 2 Project in Soyo, Zaire Province, which have been operating since 2017 and 2023, respectively. Engineering company Mecwide constructed the gas reception and distribution unit and 9-km pipeline for the Falcão facility, while China National Machinery Industry Corporation developed the Soyo project.

Enhancing Capacity

Angola is actively developing its upstream natural gas industry, targeting both associated and non-associated gas projects to boost supply. While the country has historically relied on associated gas for feedstock for the Angola LNG project and Soyo power plants,  the development of the first non-associated project is expected to bolster national production capacity. Led by the New Gas Consortium – headed by Azule Energy – the project will extract gas from the Quiluma and Maboqueiro shallow water fields, with first gas expected in 2026. Offshore well platforms were completed in February 2025, six months ahead of schedule.

The Sanha Lean Gas Connection Project has also enhanced feedstock supply for the Angola LNG project and Soyo power plants. Operated by the Cabinda Gulf Oil Company, a Chevron subsidiary, the project achieved first gas in December 2024, supplying gas from Block 0. The first phase delivers 80 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscf/d), with the second phase set to increase capacity to 300 mmscf/d.

Addressing Challenges

To advance gas-to-power in Angola, several challenges must be tackled. Underinvestment in infrastructure has impacted both generation and transmission, while the country’s gas industry has historically been export-driven, leading to feedstock inconsistencies. However, initiatives are underway to address these issues.

Angola is prioritizing gas-to-power projects, with Soyo infrastructure playing a key role. Non-associated gas projects will provide a more reliable supply for power generation. Additionally, the country’s Gas Master Plan (GMP) – set for implementation in 2025 – aims to address infrastructure constraints through a comprehensive strategy for natural gas value chain development. Covering a 30-year period, the GMP is designed to create a more competitive market for foreign investment.

Beyond these efforts, the AOG 2025 conference will serve as a pivotal platform to strengthen Angola’s gas value chain. Policymakers, investors and industry leaders will discuss regulatory improvements and financial frameworks supporting gas-to-power growth, while panels and presentations will showcase ongoing and planned projects.

AOG is the largest oil and gas event in Angola. Taking place with the full support of the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas; the National Oil, Gas and Biofuels Agency; the Petroleum Derivatives Regulatory Institute; national oil company Sonangol; and the African Energy Chamber; the event is a platform to sign deals and advance Angola’s oil and gas industry. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact [email protected].