Resilient by design: How Africa is rethinking energy security and infrastructure
In an exclusive studio interview with Energy Connects at EGYPES 2026, Anibor Kragha, Executive Secretary of the African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) explores how ongoing global disruptions are reinforcing the need for resilient energy systems across Africa. From strengthening downstream infrastructure and harmonising fuel standards to unlocking investment and developing human capital, the discussion highlights a growing push towards intra-African energy collaboration. With energy security now firmly in focus, the episode examines how Africa can build integrated, self-sustaining supply chains to meet rising demand and future-proof its energy landscape.