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Overview

We aim to bridge the Gap of lack of Bankable Deal Pipeline in Africa through an Early-Stage Investment Readiness Programme focussed on Gas Commercilization Projects.

1. A low-cost Open Learning Programme for building capacity of locally based project sponsors of on Gas Commercilization Projects in Africa.
2. To provide substantial infrastructure expertise for on Gas Commercilization Projects Sponsors to understand project preparation, financial structuring and have a workable development plan for the project sponsor to be taken seriously within the Early Stage  investment community.
3. To use the programme as a basis of selection for early-stage investors to single out projects that have traction, show bankability and a sponsor team that can raise pre-development capital i.e Project Preparation Financing

Programme Structure 

The Programme is an 8-Week Online Programme, that will take place 6-8 hours weekly on the Learning Management System (LMS), Virtual Class sessions, WhatsApp Group sessions, and In-person sessions, using innovative classroom management tools. Lectures will be delivered in modules that afford participants the flexibility to run their businesses, while participating in the programme. As the classes progress, participants will develop their growth plans and make immediate improvements in their respective projects.

Application Process

Stage I: Interested applicants can apply using the Apply Button (blelow)

Stage II: Following a review of all received applications, candidates will be shortlisted for a short online meeting after which suceessfull applicants will be selected to pay the application fee of or sponsored by a Corporate/Development Organization. If you are interested in Sponsoring a cohort of this programme please click

Why Gas Commercilization Projects?

Gas commercialization helps reduce the release of methane and other harmful greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and by capturing and utilizing flare gas, emissions are minimized, contributing to climate change mitigation efforts. Instead of allowing this gas to be flared, it can be harnessed for various beneficial purposes, including power generation, industrial use, and even local community projects. Balancing economic development with environmental sustainability remains a key challenge. It is imperative for the sector to leverage adapting to change, adopting innovative approaches and fostering sustainability for resilient growth in the industry.

Gas Commercilization as one option for Low-carbon infrastructure that generates fewer carbon emissions than traditional infrastructure and helps build resilience in vulnerable countries while protecting against exposure to extreme climate change events.

The Early-Stage Investment Readiness for Large Scale Gas Commercilization Projects focuses on the following

Gas Processing/Gas to Power

Purify the captured gas for sale to third parties to Substitute higher-cost fuels, such as gasoline and diesel currently being used in captive power generation.

Gas to Energy Fuels

Converted to CNG or LNG depending on the relative prices of liquefaction and could be transported through virtual pipelines.

Gas to Liquids

Convert captured gas into longer-chain hydrocarbons, such as GTL fuel (GTL naptha, GTL normal paraffin, GTL gasoil and GTL baseoil) or Petrochemicals or Fertilizers

Programme Overview

The Programme aims to help with Early Stage Investment Readiness for Gas Commercilization Projects to typically meet the following Bankability objectives

How Gas Commercilization Projects can be characterized by a high degree of revenues predictability under a (partial or full) Contracted Revenue Arrangement with a creditworthy counterparty 

How Gas Commercilization Projects can be delivered under a fixed construction price and schedule with a Building (or EPC) Contractor with clear strategies for Optimal Operations during Post-Construction

How Gas Commercilization Projects can be governed independently with strong Governance Systems and operate in an environmentally sustainable manner from development stage to post-construction phase

Pre-Acceleration Programme Outline

The goal of this programme is to equip infrapreneurs with an overview of Project Finance by taking them through all the stages of a Project Development Lifecycle to be able to develop and apply the skills-set to achieve investment-ready projects in Large Scale Gas Commercilization projects. The course provides important experience and practical examples in the following areas:

Value Proposition of the Early Stage Investment Readiness Programme