In a significant development, General Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, Transitional President, President of the Republic, Head of State, H.E. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, has pledged his full endorsement and support for the Central Africa Pipeline System (CAPS) project. This announcement follows a high-level meeting with Ms. Nathalie Lum, Chairwoman of the Central Africa Business Energy Forum (CABEF) and the driving force behind the CAPS initiative. The President’s commitment to this transformative energy endeavor is set to reverberate across the Central African region..

*A Vision for Energy Prosperity*

Transitional President, President of the Republic, Head of State, H.E. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno’s enthusiastic backing of the CAPS project signifies a turning point in Central Africa’s energy landscape. CAPS, a visionary undertaking led by CABEF, seeks to revolutionize the transportation and distribution of refined petroleum products and natural gas in the region. The project aims to enhance energy accessibility, reliability, and sustainability, ultimately driving economic development and prosperity.

*The Power of Collaboration*

Transitional President, President of the Republic, Head of State, H.E. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno’s endorsement underscores the critical importance of collaboration between governments, industry leaders, and regional organizations. The meeting between Transitional President, President of the Republic, Head of State, H.E. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno and Ms. Lum exemplifies the spirit of cooperation that is at the heart of CABEF’s mission. By bringing together key stakeholders, CABEF is spearheading a transformative dialogue that has the potential to reshape Central Africa’s energy future.

*Inviting Regional Leaders to the Table*

But Transitional President, President of the Republic, Head of State, H.E. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno’s commitment doesn’t stop there. He will extend a formal invitation to the Presidents of the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC) sub-region to participate in an upcoming energy conference of paramount significance. This conference will serve as a platform for regional leaders to discuss the CAPS project and explore avenues for collective action in addressing the energy challenges that have long impeded progress in Central Africa.

*A Bright Future for Central Africa*

The CAPS project holds the promise of mitigating energy supply bottlenecks, reducing dependency on outdated infrastructure, and ensuring a more sustainable and efficient energy distribution network. With the endorsement from Transitional President, President of the Republic, Head of State, H.E. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno and the collaboration of regional leaders, CAPS stands to become a beacon of hope for Central Africa’s energy future.

As Central Africa faces the complexities of the modern energy landscape, it is encouraging to witness leaders like Transitional President, President of the Republic, Head of State, H.E. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno embracing initiatives that can deliver transformative change. With a renewed commitment to addressing energy problematics and the CAPS project in motion, Central Africa is on the brink of a new era of energy prosperity. The forthcoming energy conference will be a crucial step toward realizing this shared vision and fostering cooperation among the region’s nations.

The future of Central Africa’s energy sector has never looked more promising, thanks to the unwavering support of visionary leaders like President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno.

 

Yanick Ndikum
Senior Technical Advisor
CABEF Association