THE CONFERENCE AGENDA

 

Johannesburg, 25 - 27 March 2025

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Mar 2510:00
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Opening Keynote: Scaling EV adoption in Africa: Government and policy support for EV integration

Mar 2510:20
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Panel: Electrifying Change: The impact of EV's on ESG goals, focusing on carbon reduction, community engagement, and governance through data analysis and collaboration

Davis Cook, Chairperson, RIIS (Research Institute for Innovation and Sustainability)
Lutendo Stanley Musandiwa, Deputy Director: Business Development, City of Johannesburg, Transport Department
Amiene Van Der Merwe, Founder & Director, The Green Cab
John Tidmarsh, Chief Executive Officer, VAI Capital
Mar 2511:00
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Mar 2511:20
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Panel: Upskilling workforce for the EV industry: Addressing the need for technical education and skills development to build a workforce capable of supporting the growing EV industry in Africa

Bako Ambianda, President & Chief Executive Officer, Labacorp Power Company
Martin McLaren, Director, The EV Association of South Africa (EVASA)
Brandon Davoren, Lead Scientist: Energy Storage, uYilo
Mar 2512:00
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Presentation: From vision to reality: creating a comprehensive EV infrastructure network to enhance accessibility, foster collaboration, and drive sustainable transportation solutions

Mojabeng Aletta Mashao, Senior Manager Engineering, Eskom
Mar 2512:20
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Panel: Public-Private Partnerships in EV infrastructure development through collaboration to bridge gaps in resources

Moderator: Rowan Govender, Executive Manager: Component Suppliers and Investor Support, AIDC Eastern Cape
Jose Luis Bobes Hernandez, Chief Executive Officer, Verdability
Mar 2513:20
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Presentation: Enabling the Mobility Revolution: Global Supply Chain & Logistics Changes due to Electrification

Fathi Tlatli, President Global Sector Auto-Mobility, DHL
Mar 2513:40
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Panel: Commercial Transportation: The Impact of EVs on Business Operations

Dawie Bosch, C40 Cities
Nicci Scott, CEO, Commercial Transport Academy

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Mar 2610:00
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Presentation: Optimizing Smart Grid Infrastructure: Strategies for Expanding EV Charging Infrastructure and Integration with Existing Energy Grids

Mar 2610:20
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Panel: Wireless EV Charging for Public Transportation – Impact on Power Distribution and Grid Infrastructure

Ziria Tibalwa Waako, Chief Executive Officer, Electricity Regulatory Authority
Dr Andries van der Linde, Executive Head of Renewable Energy, SSC Energy
Mar 2611:00
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Presentation: Digitalisation of Africa’s Grid: Leveraging AI and Data Analytics

Mar 2611:20
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Panel: Smart Charging: Synchronising EVs with the Grid

Mar 2612:20
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Panel: Battery Storage Capacity and Limitations – Can Recycling and Second-Life Applications Offer Sustainable Solutions?

Moderator: Gracia Munganga, Senior Technical Advisor, Abt Global
Mar 2613:00
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Presentation: Sustainable Mining for EV Batteries: Africa’s Role in the Supply Chain

Mar 2613:20
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Presentation: Integrating Electric Micro-Mobility with Public Transportation Systems for a Cohesive Urban Mobility Network

Karim Ben Amara, Head of Sustainable Transport & Vehicle Regulations, Ministry of Equipment, Transport and Logistics, Morocco
Mar 2613:40
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Panel: Challenges and Opportunities for Developing the Infrastructure for EV Micro-Mobility

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Mar 2710:00
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Presentation: Strategies for Energy Management: Integrating Renewable Energy Sources

Mar 2710:20
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Panel: Renewable Powered Public Transportation: Opportunities to Electrify Buses and Taxis Using Renewable Energy Sources in Urban Environments

Moderator: Dr Rod Crompton, Visiting Adjunct Professor, Wits University
Obuile Morewane, Founding Chairperson, Green energy and sustainability association
Simisola Elegba, Public Transport Engineer, Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA)
Mar 2711:00
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Interview: Harnessing Renewable Energy for Off-Grid EV Charging Solutions- Integration of Solar Power with Electric Vehicle Charging Stations to Create a Sustainable, Off-grid Solution for Powering EV

Nicholas Brooks, First Secretary, Senior Energy Adviser, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
Mar 2711:20
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Presentation: Data Analytics in EV Fleet Management- Boosting Efficiency, Route Optimization, and Predictive Maintenance

Mar 2711:40
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Panel: Hydrogen Fuel Cells vs. Battery Electric Vehicles: Innovations and Future Potential of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology with Battery-powered EVs for Meeting Different Transportation Needs

Hector Matlou Makgato, Technical Advisor, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Fahmida Smith, Principal Market Development, Anglo American Platinum Ltd
Mahandra Rooplall, Industry Development Planner, Industrial Development Corporation Ltd
Mar 2712:20
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Presentation: Autonomous & ADAS Revolution in EVs – Enhancing Safety and Efficiency

Mar 2713:00
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Presentation: Financial models that support the growth and sustainability of the EV infrastructure

Mar 2713:20
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Panel: Evaluating Subsidies for EV Adoption- Investigate the Role of Micro-financing and Community-Based Lending Models in Making EVs Accessible to Low-Income Consumers in Africa

Andrew Darge, Investment Manager, E3 Capital
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Gina Bester
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Szimonetta Katona
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