Offshore Energy Leadership: Norwegian contractor Aker Solutions named Paal Eikeseth as its new president and CEO, effective immediately, as it continues expanding energy services and offshore wind delivery. Oil & Gas Financing: ReconAfrica plans to raise about N$174m (C$15m) via a bought-deal offering to fund further exploration and production testing in Namibia, with proceeds aimed at sidetrack and reservoir testing work. Angolan Deepwater Stakes: Etu Energias’ move to take extra exposure in Chevron-operated offshore Angola (Blocks 14 and 14K) is driving fresh investor interest, with Chariot Resources reporting a doubled economic footprint tied to additional daily oil exposure. Subsea Operations in Angola: UK subsea contractor Film-Ocean took delivery of an SMD Atom ROV to complete a fleet expansion, with the new unit set to mobilize later this year on the Boka Komodo for long-term Angola opportunities. Digital Infrastructure: Cybastion committed $75m for AI-ready digital infrastructure in Cameroon, including a data center and dedicated power plant—an example of how regional energy and data capacity are being bundled for “digital sovereignty.” Policy & Capacity Building (Angola): ENAPP reported training 17,699 professionals in early 2026 and said it is running recruitment contests to fill hundreds of public-sector roles. Climate & Health Linkages: Angola kicked off work on Nature4Health (N4H), tying biodiversity and climate action to public health and food/water security. AU Peace Agenda (Luanda): At an AU Extraordinary Session in Luanda, Cameroon’s envoy Dion Ngute pushed dialogue and highlighted early warning, anti-terror steps, and sustainable funding for African-led peace operations.