Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) secretary general Yury Sentyurin has been ranked third out of top 25 ‘Movers and Shakers to Watch’ in 2021 by the Africa Energy Chamber (AEC).
The AEC top 25 list, not confined to actors from the continent, identifies some of the “greatest policymakers and business champions” working to advance the energy sector in Africa. These leaders bring the experience, knowledge and expertise the region needs to stay on the cutting edge of oil and gas developments.
GECF secretary general was selected for his advocacy on Africa’s natural gas potential. During his tenure in 2018, the forum welcomed the Republic of Angola as a newly-joined member. In 2019, the Forum hosted the 5th GECF Summit of Heads of State and Government in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea – a first ever event in the African continent.
“This is an acknowledgment of the entire GECF community and I would like to share the recognition of the third out of top 25 influential energy voices on Africa with all of our Member Countries. I extend sincere appreciation to the Africa Energy Chamber, which is forging new ground in Africa’s energy sector with a clear focus,” said Sentyurin.
“Africa is a very important continent, I would say, it is the next booming region in the world and can be a game changer. The GECF counts six African countries as members, which account for more than 90% of the Africa’s proven gas reserves. The crucial role natural gas will play in reducing energy poverty in Africa was affirmed in the 2019 Malabo Declaration,” Sentyurin added.