Silesh Mansingh is a seasoned energy professional with over 30 years of experience in South Africa’s power sector, particularly within Eskom Distribution. He currently leads national strategy and business development initiatives, focusing on energy transition and market reform. Silesh holds an MSc in Electrical Engineering and is a Certified Energy Manager and Auditor. His career spans SCADA systems, energy efficiency, demand-side management, energy trading, and strategic innovation. Known for his systems thinking and cross-functional leadership, Silesh has pioneered impactful strategy projects including prepaid smart metering revenue collection pilot at an ailing municipality, microgrid concept development, and Eskom’s framework for small-scale embedded generation. His insights and experience make him a valuable thought leader in shaping the future of energy in Southern Africa