Cheta Nwanze

Cheta Nwanze is an analyst at SBM Intelligence, a research and consulting firm focusing on socio-political and economic risk in Africa. He is newsworthy due to his expertise on African energy markets, particularly in the context of global oil supply disruptions. A recent appearance on Al Jazeera's "Africa Now" program highlighted his insights on the potential for African nations, specifically Nigeria, to reduce their dependency on foreign energy sources amidst the war on Iran. His analysis contributes to the ongoing discussion about Africa's role in the global energy landscape and the continent's potential for energy independence. His commentary provides valuable context to the challenges and opportunities facing African nations in the energy sector.