The African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARDA) Week 2025 is currently underway in Cape Town, South Africa. The event brings together key professionals, stakeholders, and experts from across the energy industry to exchange ideas, explore innovations, and strengthen partnerships.

Speaking to Channel Africa, the President of ARDA,  Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, described US President Donald Trump's tariff hikes as a wake-up call for Africa. He emphasised that the time has come for the continent to look inward and strengthen its own industrial and economic base.

<p>The African Refiners &amp; Distributors Association (ARDA) Week 2025 is currently underway in Cape Town, South Africa. The event brings together key professionals, stakeholders, and experts from across the energy industry to exchange ideas, explore innovations, and strengthen partnerships.</p>
<p>Speaking to Channel Africa, the President of ARDA, &nbsp;Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, described US President Donald Trump's tariff hikes as a wake-up call for Africa. He emphasised that the time has come for the continent to look inward and strengthen its own industrial and economic base.</p>