H.E Veronica M. Nduva, CBS
Secretary General
East African Community

On behalf of the East African Community (EAC), I am greatly honored, to extend to you an invitation to the 11th East African Petroleum Conference and Exhibition 2025 (EAPCE’25) which will be held at Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania from 5th to 7th March 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) is a regional intergovernmental organization of eight (8) Partner States: The Republic of Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Federal Republic of Somalia, the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Rwanda, the Republic of South Sudan, the Republic of Uganda, and the United Republic of Tanzania, with tremendous opportunities in the industry along the value chain.

The EAC is home to an estimated 302.2 million citizens, of which over 30% is urban population. With a land area of 5.4 million square kilometers and a combined Gross Domestic Product of US$312.9 billion, its realization bears great strategic and geopolitical significance and prospects for the renewed and reinvigorated EAC.

The work of the EAC is guided by its Treaty which established the Community. It was signed on 30 November, 1999 and entered into force on 7 July, 2000 following its ratification by the original three Partner States - Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

The East African Petroleum Conference and Exhibition  is a biennial event held since 2003.  EAPCE’25 will provide a unique forum for dialogue for all players in the petroleum industry regionally and internationally. Technical papers, paper posters and e-posters, and exhibitions aligned to the Conference theme are lined up to produce stimulating interactions among Conference delegates. Field excursions to selected sites of geological, ongoing project works and touristic importance in the region are being planned to give the delegates a rich experience.

The Conference theme is Unlocking Investment in Future Energy: The Role of Petroleum Resources in the Energy Mix for Sustainable Development in East Africa. EAPCE’25 is in line with the broad goal of EAC to achieve economic, social and political integration so as to create wealth in the region and enhance competitiveness through increased production, trade and investment.

The objective of the energy sector development for EAC Vision 2050 is to ensure sustainable, adequate, affordable, competitive, secure and reliable supply of energy to meet regional needs. By 2050, the region targets to transform the energy landscape to be characterized by, among others, access, financial and technical capacity, efficient distribution of petroleum products with sufficient strategic reserves in compliance with environmental requirements.

As the world struggles with an energy crisis, clean energy and diversification being one of the key strategies to reduce supply chain difficulties, there is need for developing targeted policy approaches to promote energy mix and integration. Nuclear power, Solar, Wind and other renewable energy sources have the potential to play a significant role in helping countries securely transition to cleaner energy systems. Important to note  is that over 90% of electrivity produced in the region is from clean sources.
The EAC Partner States will therefore showcase the potential for petroleum that exists in the region and report on ongoing activities in exploration, development and production. Further, the Partner States will share their respective policy, legal and regulatory frameworks as well as other initiatives aimed at continually improving the enabling and conducive environment for the industry.

EAPCE’25 will offer participants an opportunity to promote their products, activities, technological advancements and hold business-to-business meetings in addition to sampling East Africa's cultural and touristic diversity.

We extend a warm welcome  to all Petroleum Industry Stakeholders including International Oil/Energy Companies, whether longstanding partners and or those exploring opportunities within the East African Community, to join us at the East African Petroleum Conference 2025 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Whether as sponsors, exhibitors, delegates, or potential investors and business partners, your presence will enrich the discourse and foster collaboration in this dynamic industry.

We eagerly anticipate your participation and the opportunity to forge valuable connections in this vibrant region.

East African Community Secretariat

The Secretary General
East African Community
Afrika Mashariki Road / EAC Close
P.O. Box 1096,
Arusha, Tanzania
Tel: +255 27 2162100
Fax: +255 2162199
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Website: www.eac.int

EAPCE'25 National Organizing Committee (Conference Secretariat)

Eng. Joyce Kisamo
Ag. Assistant Commissioner for Petroleum
Chairperson, National Organizing Committee (EAPCE’25)
Ministry of Energy
P.O. Box 2494
40474 Dodoma, Tanzania
Tel: +255 784 466650
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EAPCE'25 Regional Steering Committee

Dr. James Mataragio
Deputy Permanent Secretary
Chairperson, Steering Committee (EAPCE’25)
Ministry of Energy
Government City – Mtumba
P.O. Box 2494
40474 Dodoma, Tanzania
Tel: +255 262 322018
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UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

Dr. Doreen Mkuu
Manager Venture Operations
Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation
P.O. Box 2774
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tel: +255 676 595994
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REPUBLIC OF BURUNDI

Gerard Bigirimana
Geologist
Burundian Office of Mines and Quarries Ministry of Hydraulics, Energy and Mines
P.O. Box 745
Bujumbura, Burundi
Tel: + 257 79981634
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FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF SOMALIA

Warsame Mohamed Atteyeh
Head Section of Geophysical Operations
Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources
P.O. Box 119, Bondhere District
Mogadishu, Somalia
Tel: + 2526 170 01518
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REPUBLIC OF KENYA

Josky Kisali
Chief Superintending Geologist (Petroleum)
Ministry of Petroleum and Mining
P.O. Box 50614 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.
Tel: +254 720116524
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REPUBLIC OF RWANDA

Deogratias Dushime
Senior Petroleum Engineer
Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB)
P.O. Box 937
KN 4 Ave, Kigali
Kigali, Rwanda
Tel: +250 785 062807
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REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

Wilson M. Tumushabe
Principal Geologist/Reservoir
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development
P.O. Box 9
Entebbe, Uganda
Tel: +256 782 716261
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The East African Community (EAC) comprises of eight (8) Partner States namely the Republic of Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Federal Republic of Somalia, the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Rwanda, the Republic of South Sudan, the Republic of Uganda and the United Republic of  Tanzania, with a combined population of over 300 million.

The broad goal of EAC is economic, social and political integration so as to create wealth in the region and enhance competitiveness through increased production, trade and investment. Thus, the EAC seeks to improve the quality of life for the people of East Africa through its mission of widening and deepening integration and a vision of a prosperous, competitive and politically united East Africa.

Given the importance of energy in realizing this vision, the EAC Partner States have agreed to cooperate in joint exploration and development of energy resources found within the Community and to promote investment within the sector. The EAC Partner States seek to promote exploitation of both renewable and nonrenewable energy sources in the most optimal way for the mutual benefit of East Africans.

In this regard, the EAC has been holding the East African Petroleum Conference and Exhibition biennially since 2003 to promote exploration, development and production of oil and gas. The main objective of the Conference and Exhibition is to promote investment in the oil and gas sector by demonstrating to the world the potential that lies within the region and sharing information on the status of development of the sector in each Partner State.

The Conference offers a wide range of technical presentations reflecting developments in the oil and gas industry in East Africa and around the world. The Conference provides a forum for discussing the legal and policy framework and the overall business environment prevailing in the region. It gives stakeholders in the oil and gas sector an opportunity to interact with EAC senior government officials and decision makers.

The Conference and Exhibition programme integrates field excursions to selected sites in each Partner State for delegates to see the rich geological variety that the region possesses as well as the tourist attractions that the region is well known for.

The exhibitions and field excursions have become a popular feature of the Conference, attracting more and more participants with each successive Conference.

EAPCE’25, themed: Unlocking Investment in Future Energy: The Role of Petroleum Resources in the Energy Mix for Sustainable Development in East Africa, will provide a unique forum for dialogue for all players in the Petroleum industry regionally and internationally. Technical papers, paper posters, e-posters and exhibitions aligned to the conference theme are lined up to produce stimulating interactions among conference delegates. Field excursions to selected sites of geological and touristic importance in the region are being planned to give the delegates an unforgettable experience.

EAPCE'25 Conference Topics:

A: Exploration and Development

1. Legal, Fiscal and Regulatory Regimes

2. East African Rift and Coastal Basins


3. Offshore Exploration Opportunities


4. Field Development and Reservoir Management
   
   

B: Mid & Downstream Opportunities

1. Legal, Fiscal and Regulatory Regime

2. Crude Oil and Refined Petroleum Products Pipelines and Storage

3. Refining Options for Crude Oil

4. Natural Gas Processing, Transportation and Distribution

5. LPG Infrastructure Development

6. Value Addition in Oil and Gas Development

7. Development of Virtual Pipelines
   
   

C: Resource Revenue Management

1.  Petroleum Revenue Management

2. Oil and Gas Markets and Impact of Global Prices

3. Petroleum Projects’ Cost Monitoring and Auditing

4. Transfer Pricing
   
   

D: Energy Mix and Just Energy Transition

1. Clean Cooking

2. Energy Integration

3. Technological Advancement in Petroleum

4. Strengthening Energy Security: The Role of Petroleum in a Diversified Energy Mix Strategy
   
   

E:   Other Investment Opportunities

1. Capacity Building and Training Programs

2. Farm-in Partnerships and Multiclient Studies

3. Financing of Petroleum Projects

4. Meeting the Regional Petroleum Needs
   
   

 F: Cross-Cutting Issues

1. Managing Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Social Impacts in Oil and Gas Operations

2. Decommissioning of Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Facilities

3. Local Content

4. Data Management

5. Governance in the Extractive Sector

6. Managing 
Stakeholder Expectations

7. Geopolitical Influence on Petroleum Demand and Pricing

8. Corporate Social Responsibility

Abstracts are invited on the range of topics outlined below. Presenters should submit an abstract of not more than 500 words in length using Times New Roman font type of size 12, with 1.5-line spacing.

EAPCE'25 Conference Topics:

A: Exploration and Development

1. Legal, Fiscal and Regulatory Regimes

2. East African Rift and Coastal Basins


3. Offshore Exploration Opportunities


4. Field Development and Reservoir Management
   
   

B: Mid & Downstream Opportunities

1. Legal, Fiscal and Regulatory Regime

2. Crude Oil and Refined Petroleum Products Pipelines and Storage

3. Refining Options for Crude Oil

4. Natural Gas Processing, Transportation and Distribution

5. LPG Infrastructure Development

6. Value Addition in Oil and Gas Development

7. Development of Virtual Pipelines
   
   

C: Resource Revenue Management

1.  Petroleum Revenue Management

2. Oil and Gas Markets and Impact of Global Prices

3. Petroleum Projects’ Cost Monitoring and Auditing

4. Transfer Pricing
   
   

D: Energy Mix and Just Energy Transition

1. Clean Cooking

2. Energy Integration

3. Technological Advancement in Petroleum

4. Strengthening Energy Security: The Role of Petroleum in a Diversified Energy Mix Strategy
   
   

E:   Other Investment Opportunities

1. Capacity Building and Training Programs

2. Farm-in Partnerships and Multiclient Studies

3. Financing of Petroleum Projects

4. Meeting the Regional Petroleum Needs
   
   

 F: Cross-Cutting Issues

1. Managing Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Social Impacts in Oil and Gas Operations

2. Decommissioning of Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Facilities

3. Local Content

4. Data Management

5. Governance in the Extractive Sector

6. Managing 
Stakeholder Expectations

7. Geopolitical Influence on Petroleum Demand and Pricing

8. Corporate Social Responsibility

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

• Specify the author and co-authors where applicable and provide a working email address and telephone number of the author who will present the paper.
  
  
• Abstracts must be submitted in English and limited to 500 words.
  
  
• Each abstract shall be accompanied by the author’s biography and a passport-size photograph. Biographies shall be limited to 150 words and shall be written using complete sentences in the 3^rd person. The biography should contain information on current position, career history, education and professional achievements.
  
  
• Multiple abstract submissions are permitted.
  
  
• Please ensure that you check your data carefully before submitting as changes or additions will not be accepted after the Call for Abstracts closes.
  
  
• All abstracts are to be submitted via the online Abstract Submission Form on the EAPCE’25 Conference website by midnight of 30^th November, 2024, EAT.
  
  
• Upon submission of your Abstract, you will receive a confirmation link confirming receipt of your submission with the details you have entered.
  
  
• Abstracts will be reviewed by the Abstracts Sub-Committee of EAPCE’25 and successful authors will be notified of the outcome by 31^st December, 2024.