The African Atlantic Gas Pipeline Project Reflects the Royal Vision for an Integrated Africa
Amine Benkhadra, the Director General of the National Office of Hydrocarbons and Mines (ONHYM), affirmed that the African Atlantic Gas Pipeline project embodies the strategic vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI for a united and integrated African continent.
Benkhadra made her statements during her participation in the tenth edition of the Geopolitical Meetings in Trofaiach, held from September 17 to 21, where Morocco was the guest of honor. She confirmed that this joint initiative between Morocco and Nigeria is part of a mutually beneficial cooperation and shared development.
A Structural Project for 13 African Countries
The pipeline will traverse 13 countries, impacting around 400 million people, and aims to cover a significant portion of the continent’s energy and electricity requirements. It is also expected to contribute to the growth of structural industries, particularly in the mineral sector.
Beyond regional impacts, this project will enable Africa to emerge as a key player in securing Europe’s energy supplies by helping diversify its sources.
Significant Progress and Upcoming Stages
Benkhadra highlighted that significant progress has been made, especially in engineering studies and environmental impact assessments. All conditions are now in place to ensure the project’s success, confirming that the signing of the treaty regarding the pipeline will pave the way for establishing the company responsible for its execution and monitoring the upcoming stages.
The Africa-Europe Energy Corridor
Benkhadra presented the project as part of a broader framework that includes existing power interconnections and future green hydrogen initiatives. According to her, Morocco, with its strategic location and infrastructure, is called to play its full role as an energy corridor and a bridge between Africa and Europe.
This roundtable, attended by Morocco’s Ambassador to France, Samira Sitail, the Director General of the National Electricity and Drinking Water Authority, Tarek Hamman, along with elected officials, academics, and researchers, facilitated the exchange of views on the strategic importance of this project for the energy and economic future of the region.
