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Log In Search REGISTER Pre-Conference Training GH-BISE Menu Close Ghana Biennial International Summit and Exhibition 2026 Theme Sustainable Energy for Africa: Powering Growth, Innovation and Inclusion Register Now GH-BISE in Numbers Use this space to promote the business, its products or its services. Help people become familiar with the business and its offerings, creating a sense of connection and trust. 5 Days 5 Activities 35 Speakers 15 Exhibitors Agenda Mon-Tue 18-19 May 2026 Pre-Conference Training & Workshops ISSER & Cedi Auditoriums -- Univeristy of Ghana; Virtual Participation available (Register here ) Wed-Thu 20-21 May 2026 GH-BISE Palms by Eagles Hotel, Accra Thu 21 May 2026 Africa YP Workshop & Debate Finals Palms by Eagles Hotel, Accra Tue 22 May 2026 YP Away Day Venue TBD Watch Highlights from GH-BISE 2024 Young Professionals Away Day DAY 1 of GH-BISE featuring the Young Professionals Away Day at the Papaye Recreational Village at Konkonuru, near Aburi in Ghana's Eastern Region. Plenary Session of GH BISE DAY 2 of GH-BISE featuring plenary sessions, panel discussions and exhibitions. Workshops and Dinner Day 3 of GH-BISE 2026 featuring YP Workshop, Africa Section Officers Workshop, Inter-section Debate Championship, and Dinner Register Now OUR MISSION Message from Ghana Section Chair Distinguished leaders of industry, esteemed academics, policymakers, innovators, and young professionals, on behalf of the Society of Petroleum Engineers Ghana Section, I warmly invite you to the 3rd SPE Ghana Biennial International Summit and Exhibition (GH-BISE 2026), taking place in Accra at The Palms. At a time when the global energy landscape is undergoing rapid transformation, Africa stands at a pivotal crossroads, rich in resources, abundant in talent, and brimming with opportunity. GH-BISE 2026 is not just a conference; it is a strategic platform to shape the future of energy on the continent and beyond. GH-BISE is under the theme “Sustainable Energy for Africa: Powering Growth, Innovation, and Inclusion”, which will convene global thought leaders, CEOs, policymakers, engineers, researchers, and young innovators to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and co-create solutions that will define Africa’s energy future. Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor will be setting the tone for Africa’s sustainable energy agenda. Co-located Strategic Events will include: •Technical Paper Presentations: Covering upstream, midstream, and downstream operations, and renewable energies. •SPE Africa Regional Officers Workshop – Mobilising high-impact volunteer leadership •SPE Africa Young Professionals Workshop & Debate Finals – Empowering the next generation of energy leaders Main Activities •Pre-Conference Training (18–19 May | Hybrid). This will be focused on practical sessions on drilling excellence, gas value chains, AI, economic modelling, leadership, and decision-making. •Main Summit (20–21 May), this will involve High-level panel sessions with CEOs, directors, and policymakers on: oJust Energy Transition in Africa oInvestment & Energy Financing oDownstream sustainability & industrialisation oWomen’s leadership in energy •Young Professionals Away Day (22 May) will involve networking, mentorship, and leadership development. So, join us to showcase solutions, build partnerships and Influence Africa’s energy transition. I encourage you to be where Africa’s energy future is being defined. Be part of GH-BISE 2026. Register Now Remarks by GH-BISE Chairperson This is a space to share more about the business: who's behind it, what it does and what this site has to offer. It’s an opportunity to tell the story behind the business or describe a special service or product it offers. You can use this section to share the company history or highlight a particular feature that sets it apart from competitors. Let the writing speak for itself. Keep a consistent tone and voice throughout the website to stay true to the brand image and give visitors a taste of the company’s values and personality. ATTENDING Special Guests Kwame Ntow Amoah CEO, GNPC; Board Chairman, SPE Ghana Francis Nwaochie Chairman, SPE Nigeria Council Hon. Dr. Abu Jinapor Minister for Energy & Green Transition, Republic of Ghana Susan Howes President, Subsurface Consultants & Associates (SCA); 2027 SPE President Dr. Riverson Opppong CEO, COMAC Ghana; SPE Africa Regional Director H.E Farid Ghezali Secretary General, African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) Francis Nwaochie Chairman, SPE Nigeria Council Kwame Ntow Amoah CEO, GNPC; Board Chairman, SPE Ghana Dr. Riverson Opppong CEO, COMAC Ghana; SPE Africa Regional Director Francis Nwaochie Chairman, SPE Nigeria Council Speakers Gabriel Kumi Chairman, Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie Acting Executive Secretary, Energy Commission of Ghana Afua Akoto Osafo Bediako Process Engineer, Ghana National Gas Company Engr. Debo Fagbami, FNSE Chief Operating Officer, Xenergi Limited; MD, Nedogas Development Company Limited, Engr. Salahuddeen M. Tahir MD, NETCO Joseph Willie Amoah, PhD Energy Policy Analyst and Technical Consultant Dr. Toni Aubynn CEO, Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC), Gilbert Kwasi Asase CEO of Gecric Integrity Francis Nii Boi Boye Esq. General Manager - Assets and Infrastructure, BOST Olamide Efosa-Austin Lead for Business Performance & KPIs, Venture Assets, NNPC Michael Bozumbil CEO, PETROSOL Platinum Energy PLC Dr. Patrick Kwaku Ofori CEO, Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) Associate Prof Eric Broni-Bediako Department of Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) Dr. Kwame Boakye-Agyei Head of Operations, Ghana Upstream Petroleum Chamber Dr. Kwame Sarkodie Head of Department, Petroleum Engineering, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Lissa Gloria Mykels Internal Communications Advisor, Tullow Oil Oladipo Ashafa Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chappel Energies — Nigeria Abass Ibrahim Tasunti Director for Economic Regulation & Planning, National Petroleum Authority (NPA) Mrs. Rosemond Afenyo General Manager, Rigworld Solutions Sarah Anas Ali QHSE Specialist, ESG Analyst, and Environmental Expert PARTNERSHIPS AND SPONSORS Our Partners & Sponsors Join 1000+ energy professionals, students and institutions for GH-BISE Let's collaborate, share ideas and network for a sustainable energy future for Africa. 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