Dr. El-Markabi will deliver an international ministerial address during the summit’s opening ceremony on 15 June in Juba.
Egypt has been a strategic partner for South Sudan, offering support and collaboration through various knowledge-sharing and project development initiatives. The participation of Hon. Minister Dr. El-Markabi at SSOP aims to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the two countries and promote cooperation in the oil, gas, and infrastructure sectors.
The article also mentions that South Sudan’s partnerships with energy powerhouses like Egypt position the country as a hub for East African energy. Energy Capital & Power Senior Director, James Chester, believes that Dr. El-Markabi’s presence at the event will drive innovation, cooperation, and development in South Sudan and the wider East African region.
Dr. El-Markabi has been serving as Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy since March 2014. His participation at SSOP 2023 will include presenting the status of cooperation between Egypt and South Sudan and emphasizing the role of renewable energy in diversifying energy sources in East Africa.
Under Dr. El-Markabi’s leadership, Egypt has introduced approximately 25.5 GW of power to its national electricity grid. Collaborating with companies like Siemens, Elsewedy, and Orascom, Egypt has initiated significant projects such as the 14,400 MW Egypt Megaproject and the construction of three combined-cycle power plants.
SSOP 2023, held in official partnership with South Sudan’s Ministry of Petroleum, will focus on the theme of “The Engine of East African Growth.” The summit aims to facilitate new deals, investments, and relationships with global industry leaders, fostering development across the entire energy value chain. The event is scheduled to take place in Juba from 14-16 June 2023.
