Energy: Security, Transition And Powering Infrastructure

The energy sector finds itself at the centre of several topical debates as jurisdictions look to make progress on energy security, the energy transition and powering the infrastructure underpinning emerging technologies.

To understand how these forces are shaping the energy sector around the world, read our regional insights below.

Africa

Energy M&A activity in Africa is predicted to grow in 2026, driven by strategic shifts in the oil and gas sector and increased investment in renewables

M&A activity in Africa's energy sector remained a primary driver of deal value in 2025, ranking second only to the consumer sector. Inbound M&A deals rose by 40% over 2024 despite a decline in intra-Africa regional deals due to geopolitical uncertainty and rising interest rates. Activity was driven largely by international oil companies divesting mature assets to indigenous and national firms and by a transition towards mature commercial scale renewable energy platforms.