Mickael Vogel
Director & Head of Research Hawilti
Mickael joined Hawilti as a Co-Founder and Director in 2019 and is currently the Head of Research for sub-Saharan Africa. He has been based out of Lagos since 2021.
As an experienced economic analyst, Mickael has spent most of his time covering emerging markets with special assignments in Kuwait City, New Delhi, Jakarta, Muscat, Lagos and Johannesburg.
As part of his role at Hawilti, Mickael serves as coordinator for the Gas for Africa initiative, a research and promotional campaign on African natural gas markets that gathers some of the continent’s biggest institutions and development banks.
Conference Agenda Sessions
GHANA CASE STUDY
This session give an in-depth look at the geology, strategic vision and competitive frameworks driving the Ghanaian upstream sector. The presentation will cover geological focuses and open opportunities in key basins, namely the Tano Basin, Voltaian Basin, and Keta Basin.
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Detailed examination of the geological characteristics and potential of the Tano Basin.
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Insights into the Voltaian Basin and its exploration opportunities.
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Overview of the Keta Basin and its significance in Ghana's upstream portfolio.
Tuesday 08 October 10:00 - 10:45 Plenary Stage
Opening Ceremony
This session give an in-depth look at the geology, strategic vision and competitive frameworks driving the Ghanaian upstream sector. The presentation will cover geological focuses and open opportunities in key basins, namely the Tano Basin, Voltaian Basin, and Keta Basin.
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Detailed examination of the geological characteristics and potential of the Tano Basin.
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Insights into the Voltaian Basin and its exploration opportunities.
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Overview of the Keta Basin and its significance in Ghana's upstream portfolio.
PANEL DISCUSSION
African Exploration: Unveiling the Latest Trends in Frontier Exploration and ILX exploration and development, future strategies from the operators
Exploration activity continues to recover onshore and offshore Africa, with frontier drilling overtaking infrastructure-led exploration (ILX) in 2023. While high-impact drilling used to be led by independents, IOCs have been leading the revival of African exploration since 2021. After yet another exciting year for exploratory drilling, AOW brings you Africa‘s most active exploration companies to discuss their discoveries, drilling results and upcoming campaigns from the continent’s most active frontiers.
Key discussion points:
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What are the latest trends in exploratory drilling? Panellists share updates on their current exploration programmes and activities.
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What are the main technical, environmental, and regulatory challenges associated with conducting oil & gas exploration in frontier areas of Africa, and how can these challenges be effectively addressed?
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How does the availability and development of infrastructure (such as pipelines, ports, and storage facilities) impact the feasibility and success of oil & gas exploration in remote or underdeveloped regions of Africa?
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What are the key considerations for investors and stakeholders when assessing the risks and rewards of frontier oil & gas exploration projects in Africa, and how can risk management strategies be improved?
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How can oil & gas exploration projects in frontier areas of Africa effectively engage local communities, promote sustainable development, and minimize environmental impacts?
Tuesday 08 October 11:30 - 12:15 Plenary Stage
Opening Ceremony
Exploration activity continues to recover onshore and offshore Africa, with frontier drilling overtaking infrastructure-led exploration (ILX) in 2023. While high-impact drilling used to be led by independents, IOCs have been leading the revival of African exploration since 2021. After yet another exciting year for exploratory drilling, AOW brings you Africa‘s most active exploration companies to discuss their discoveries, drilling results and upcoming campaigns from the continent’s most active frontiers.
Key discussion points:
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What are the latest trends in exploratory drilling? Panellists share updates on their current exploration programmes and activities.
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What are the main technical, environmental, and regulatory challenges associated with conducting oil & gas exploration in frontier areas of Africa, and how can these challenges be effectively addressed?
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How does the availability and development of infrastructure (such as pipelines, ports, and storage facilities) impact the feasibility and success of oil & gas exploration in remote or underdeveloped regions of Africa?
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What are the key considerations for investors and stakeholders when assessing the risks and rewards of frontier oil & gas exploration projects in Africa, and how can risk management strategies be improved?
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How can oil & gas exploration projects in frontier areas of Africa effectively engage local communities, promote sustainable development, and minimize environmental impacts?
PANEL DISCUSSION: Energy Leaders Debate
The fundamental question remains: ‘How can the African continent attain sustainability and increase access to modern energy services for its people? This session unites Africa’s energy leaders to share new perspectives and solutions on the role of renewable energy in increasing access to modern energy.
Key areas of discussion:
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The importance of a balanced energy mix.
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How are we increasing the scale and pace of projects and investments?
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Market design reforms and the future of energy procurement.
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Fast tracking the delivery of projects in support of the global energy community.
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Investment in technology for a cleaner future.
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Innovative solutions for energy and climate neutrality in the context of affordability and equality.
Wednesday 09 October 10:15 - 11:00 Energy Stage
Africa Power & Energy
The fundamental question remains: ‘How can the African continent attain sustainability and increase access to modern energy services for its people? This session unites Africa’s energy leaders to share new perspectives and solutions on the role of renewable energy in increasing access to modern energy.
Key areas of discussion:
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The importance of a balanced energy mix.
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How are we increasing the scale and pace of projects and investments?
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Market design reforms and the future of energy procurement.
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Fast tracking the delivery of projects in support of the global energy community.
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Investment in technology for a cleaner future.
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Innovative solutions for energy and climate neutrality in the context of affordability and equality.
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