The move reflects growing frustration across the continent over limited African representation on major global energy platforms.<\/p>\n
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Led by Executive Chairman Joshua B. Narh, the Chamber said the decision was taken to defend Africa\u2019s right to shape discussions about its own natural resources and energy future. The withdrawal aligns with similar actions taken by Mozambique and the African Petroleum Producers Organisation, signalling a broader continental push for inclusion, accountability and structural reform.<\/p>\n
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Speaking to Channel Africa on Tuesday, Narh said African professionals have been underrepresented for years in staffing, leadership and decision\u2011making across international energy forums. \u201cThis has been happening quietly for a long time,\u201d he said. \u201cAfrica is the subject of these conversations, yet Africans are excluded from leading them.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Narh pointed specifically to the Africa Energies Summit, organised by the Frontier Energy Network, noting that none of the senior leadership are African despite the conference\u2019s focus on African oil, gas and energy transition projects. \u201cIt is unacceptable for Africa\u2019s energy future to be debated without Africans structurally empowered to lead those conversations,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
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He added that repeated attempts to engage organisers privately had failed to yield change. \u201cLetters were sent, and concerns were raised, but nothing was done. At some point, we had to take a principled stand.\u201d
\nNarh questioned why African energy discussions continue to be hosted in Europe rather than on the continent itself. \u201cEuropean energy conversations happen in Europe. American energy conversations happen in America. Yet African energy conversations happen in London. This must stop,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
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He argued that the issue goes beyond symbolism, warning that exclusion shapes narratives, perceptions and ultimately capital flows. \u201cWho defines Africa\u2019s energy story matters. These imbalances affect how investors see Africa,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
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Addressing concerns about economic repercussions, Narh dismissed fears of negative impact. \u201cThere will be no harm to Ghana\u2019s energy sector,\u201d he said. \u201cOn the contrary, this strengthens our credibility. Investors respect jurisdictions that assert their strategic voice and demand mutual respect.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The Energy Chamber said it remains open to genuine partnerships but insists that Africa must no longer be marginalised in global forums discussing its resources.<\/p>\n
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