Edgard Abou Kheir, Technical Service Lead Engineer, Jinko
Bako Ambianda, President & Chief Executive Officer, Labacorp Power Company
Olu Aruike, Vice President, Husk Power Systems
Mohammed Asmaljee is a strategic leader with nearly two decades of experience across the mining, energy, and oil & gas sectors. Currently with Anglo American, he focuses on advancing energy transition initiatives, sustainability strategy, and infrastructure development within large industrial...
Mohammed Asmaljee, Group Climate and Sustainability Lead, Harmony
Zanele Benya is a Senior Project Manager and PMI-certified Project Management Professional with over 15 years’ experience delivering complex energy and infrastructure programmes across South Africa’s power sector. Her career spans nuclear, coal, IT and renewable energy, with deep expertise across...
Zanele Benya, Project Manager, IPP Office
Vivian Bluemel, Content Director, Green Solar Academy Pty Ltd
Dr José-Luis Bobes-Hernández is a renewable energy finance specialist with over 28 years of demonstrated achievements in structuring solar, storage, and sustainable infrastructure financing across Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Asia. His expertise centres on financial structuring, risk...
Dr José Luis Bobes, Chief Executive Officer, VerdAbility
Jaco Botha, Chief Executive Officer, Solareff
Liana Braxton serves as the Managing Director of SoSimple Energy in South Africa, where she leads the company’s mission to accelerate commercial and industrial solar adoption through innovative financing and turnkey renewable solutions. With a strong background in business leadership and energy...
Liana Braxton, Managing Director, Sosimple Energy
Andrew Carr, Managing Director, Sebenzana
Shorayi is Product Director for Sub‑Saharan Africa at LONGi, where he drives product development, market strategy, and cross‑regional commercialisation for emerging markets.With 18+ years across Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, he brings deep expertise in PV module design and...
Shorayi Chataurwa, Senior Product Manager, LONGi Solar Technology Co., Ltd.
Niroshma is a dynamic leader in the energy sector as the CEO of Avon and Dedisa Peaking Power. Her educational journey spans a BCom and LLB from the University of South Africa, capped with an MBA from the Management College of Southern Africa.
Niroshma’s career began at Telkom, marking the start...
Niroshma Chetty, Chief Executive Officer, Avon & Dedisa Peaking Power
Priscilla is the Founder and Chief Executive of an award winning renewable energy social enterprise, Wala Ltd, which helps farmers increase their income and improve their livelihoods through the adoption of renewable energy technologies to increase their productivity.
As a young professional...
Priscilla Sani Chimwele, Chief Executive, Wala Clean Energy
Greg Cress is a Principal Director at Accenture South Africa, leading the Automotive & eMobility practice. With 26 years of experience delivering digital transformation projects for clients operating in the telecoms and automotive industries across the Southern African region, Greg is a leading ...
Greg Cress, Principal Director: Automotive & eMobility, Accenture
Matthew Cruise is a Business Development Executive at IMPOWER solar and battery storage, a leading South African Solar EPC specialising in commercial and industrial (C&I) and Category B projects ranging from 1MW to 20MW. With a strong engineering and energy-sector background, Matthew brings...
Matthew Cruise, Snr Energy Expert, Impower
Yolanda de Lange is an active member of the AEE, SAEEC, MVCA and SAFEE. She holds the position of founding and executive director of IEPA, AEE Global Leadership Committee Member, SAQA Assessor, AEE International Exam Proctor.
Yolanda has actively worked in the resource efficiency industry for over ...
Yolanda De Lange, Managing Director, Institute of Energy Professionals Africa
Chinnan Dikwal, Vice Chair, Board of Directors, African Energy Council
Ross Dix-Peek is a physicist working on the real-world performance of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, with a focus on how technology behaves outside controlled laboratory conditions. Through his work with the Becquerel Institute, he contributes to projects that provide insight into how PV modules...
Ross Dix-Peek, Technical Expert – Africa, Becquerel Institute
Sanele Dlamini is the Managing Director of Sunele Energía Grupo, where he leads strategic initiatives focused on renewable energy development, operations, and technical advisory across Sub-Saharan Africa. With extensive experience in solar PV systems, energy storage solutions, and plant...
Sanele Dlamini, Technology Lead : Huawei’s Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa, Huawei Technologies
Jerry Dungu, Head: Market and Product Development, ArcelorMittal South Africa
Kyle Durham is a qualified Chartered Accountant, who has always had a passion for entrepreneurship, technology, and unlocking future opportunities.
Kyle joined FirstRand in 2014 as a Trainee Accountant to complete his articles and experienced many different areas of the Bank before finding his...
Kyle Durham, Head: Sustainability FNB Commercial, FNB
Thobekile Gambu is a distinguished Environmental Scientist and Sustainability Strategist, currently serving as the Sustainability Lead at uMngeni-uThukela Water. In this role, she drives the integration of sustainability and climate-responsive practices into business strategy, operational...
Thobekile Gambu, Lead Environmental Scientist, uMngeni-uThukela Water
Marius is our master trainer for design and PV simulation software. He runs his own company Adaptive Solutions which focuses on PV project design, software solutions, and energy efficiency. He is a registered member of the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and the Association of Energy...
Marius Geldenhuys, GREEN Trainer - Adaptive Solutions, GREEN Solar Academy
Andrew Gilbert is a seasoned renewable energy professional with over 20 years of cross-sector experience, including more than a decade in South Africa’s solar industry since 2012. With a strong foundation in commercial sales, he brings a sharp business acumen and a proven track record in strategic...
Andrew Gilbert, Managing Director, Ideematec South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Since 2020, Léa has been a pivotal figure in the renewable energy sector, serving as a Senior Business Developer and Project Manager for ENGIE's renewable business line in South Africa. With a focus on innovative and sustainable solutions, Léa has been instrumental in spearheading the...
Léa Giroux, Head : Business Development, ENGIE
Ruan Groenewald, Commercial Director, Forest Energy
Bhekani Hadebe, Senior Manager, eThekwini Municipality
Christian Hahn is the CEO of Hubject GmbH, a global e-mobility platform enabling seamless access to electric vehicle charging infrastructure. With over 15 years of experience in business development, innovation, and management, he leads the company’s strategic growth and international...
Christian Hahn, Chief Executive Officer, Hubject
Nishi Haripursad, Group Head of Environment : Sustainability Department, Harmony Gold Mining Co Ltd
Mandy Hattingh, Head Legal: Environmental Specialist: Energy and Natural Resources Law, NSDV
Jonathan is a highly accomplished Mechanical Engineer holding a Master of Business Administration (MBA), offering a unique blend of technical precision and high-level business strategy. With over 12 years of experience in project management and business development, he has become a cornerstone of...
Jonathan Hill, CBO, SOLINK
Gugu Hlati, Chief Operations Officer, Elsiecord
Siphesihle Jacobs is an investment analyst at Mesama Energy responsible for delivering data-driven insights and strategic financial evaluations. With a strong analytical foundation, she supports key investment decisions by assessing risk, identifying growth opportunities, and building comprehensive ...
Siphesihle Jacobs, Investment Analyst, Mesama Energy
Oliver Johnston, Chief Executive Officer, SOLINK
Winstone Jordaan, Technical Director, Grid Cars
Shahil Juggernath, Senior Business Developer, Engie
Lisa Justice-Motingoe, Business Development & Strategy Lead, Mesama Energy
Lydia Kapangila is a business development professional, energy and sustainability advocate, and youth leader with a strong focus on Africa’s energy transition, infrastructure development, and investment facilitation. She is a graduate of Business Development Studies and Financial Planning with the...
Lydia Kapangila, CEO, African Youth in Energy Network
Olivier Kasikala, Plant Manager, Energy storage innovation lab
Chikoma Kazunga, is a renewable energy specialist with over 15 years of experience across sub-Saharan Africa, spanning solar PV, battery energy storage, carbon markets, and sustainable energy systems. He currently serves as Head of Business Development and New Ventures at Africa GreenCo, where he...
Chikoma Kazunga, Head of Business Development & New Ventures, Africa GreenCo
Happy Khambule, Director: Environment and Energy, Business Unity South Africa (BUSA)
Makhosini Kharodi Snr is an experienced professional within the energy and utilities sector, currently serving at City Power Johannesburg (SOC) Ltd. With a strong background in operational excellence, service delivery, and stakeholder engagement, he contributes to ensuring reliable power...
Makhosini Kharodi Snr, Chairman of the Board, City Power Johannesburg (SOC) Ltd
Taimur Khilji is an Economist with the United Nations in Botswana, where he leads country-level economic analysis and advises the Government of Botswana on economic policy. With over two decades of experience across the UN system, he has advised more than 20 governments in Asia and Africa on...
Taimur Khilji, Lead Economist : Government of Botswana, United Nations
Percy Morapedi Koji is an entrepreneur and business leader, currently serving as Founder and CEO of Hosano Green Energy and as an Advisory Board Member at Howard University. Based in Johannesburg, he is also a co-founder of the Africa Economic Leadership Council and has built a diverse career...
Percy Koji, President & CEO, Hosano Green Energy
Charlotte Thabisile Kubheka - Smartgrid SA Director of Stakeholders Engagement and Community Liaison
An experienced Renewable and Nuclear Energy Expert, Who is also a qualified Banker with vast Account Executive experience of 8 years under Standard Bank Head Office of SA.
Skilled in project...
Thabisile Charlotte Kubheka, Director: Stakeholder Engagement, Smartgrid SA
Rob Laggar, Group Marketing Director, RCL Foods
Lebogang Langa, Commercial Manager, Hdf Energy
Nicholas Leighton, Head of Product and Sales, Energenic AE (PTY) LTD
Punkie Majola is a Chief Engineer in the Alternative and Renewable Energy Division at the City of Ekurhuleni with a total experience of 27 years in the energy sector. She represents the municipal perspective on the integration of photovoltaic (PV) systems into electricity distribution...
Punkie Maajola, Chief Engineer: Renewable Energy Division at the City of Ekurhuleni, City of Ekurhuleni
Nkele Lenah Mabusela is a distinguished professional in the energy sector, with a robust background in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience across multiple industries. She earned her degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pretoria, which laid the foundation for her...
Nkele Lenah Mabusela, Snr Engineer : Project Design, Cennergi Holdings Pty Ltd
Brendon Mabwe is a Technical Project Developer at Mesama Energy, driving the creation of high-performance renewable energy projects with precision and purpose. Blending sharp technical insight with bold problem-solving, he leads key elements of project design, feasibility, and engineering to turn...
Brendon Mabwe, Technical Project Developer, Mesama Energy
Vera Maditsi is internationally Certified by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) as Certified Energy Manager (CEM), she has a Diploma in Mining Engineering, is a Certified EPC Practitioner, EWSETA facilitator, assessor, and moderator. Vera is the Skills Development Manager at IEPA, is an IEPA ...
Veracious Maditsi, Certified Energy Manager, IEPA
Thembeka Madlala, Project Manager: Special Technical Renewable Projects, Eskom
Daniel Maduagwu is a visionary leader and the CEO of 3KM Energy Systems Limited, a pioneering company at the forefront of driving sustainable energy solutions in Africa. With over 15 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, Daniel is a passionate advocate for accelerating Africa's...
Daniel Maduagwu, CEO, 3KM Energy Systems Limited
Chenai Madzorera, Senior Technical Advisor, GIZ
Devaksha Maharaj is the Founder and Managing Director of Ikigai Engineering a multi-faceted consultancy specialising in Energy Management Advisory, Renewable Energy Technologies, and Electrical Maintenance and Installation Services.
She leads Unnati Training Academy NPC, a non-profit focused on...
Devaksha Maharaj, Chairperson - Energy Storage Chapter, SAIEE
Vuyi Majola is an innovative transport sector executive with over 15 years of experience leading policy innovation, mobility transformation, and infrastructure development across Africa. Her work is characterised by strategic leadership in public–private partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and...
Vuyi Majola, Head: Integrated Public Transport Networks, CityCon Africa
Thuto Makhado, Senior Risk Analyst, Marsh Pty Ltd
Phafudi Malatji is an electrical engineer and Founder of Energilitical, a renewable energy company focused on designing innovative photovoltaic solutions for commercial and industrial clients. He specialises in developing solar systems that help businesses reduce energy costs through...
Phafudi Malatji, Director, Energilitical
Bayman Mangena, Founder, MC
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...
Silesh Mansingh, Middle Manager Business Development, Eskom
Thebe Mapheto is an Electrical Engineering Technician (Power) at the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, with over a decade of experience in the public energy sector. Since joining the municipality in 2013, he has played a key role in monitoring and supporting the implementation of energy...
Thebe Mapheto, Electrical Engineering Technician, City of Tshwane
Donald Marshall, Project Director, Mframadan Energy Management & Research Institute
Kagiso Masela is a strategic force behind FNB’s green finance expansion, leading Channel Management for Retail Sustainability and ESG Solutions. He’s focused on building high-impact partnerships and driving sales and distribution to bring affordable, future-fit sustainability solutions to more...
Kagiso Masela, Channel Manager: Retail Sustainability & ESG, First National Bank (FNB)
Nyeleti Mashele, Energy Mentee, Ukusimama Foundation
Qhakazile Mathebula is a seasoned, multiple award-winning energy infrastructure leader, global speaker, and senior programme and project management professional with over 22 years of experience in the electricity and renewable energy sector. She currently serves at City Power, where she leads...
Qhakazile Mathebula, General Manager, City Power Johannesburg (SOC) Ltd
Oweh Mba-Sam, Chief Executive Officer, Ishak-Soneh Nigeria Ltd
Agnes Mbeya is a finance executive microfinance CEO and development practitioner with over six years of experience advancing access to credit for underserved small and medium enterprises women and youth across Southern Africa. She is the Founder and CEO of Makko Brothers Credit Limited a fast...
Agnes Mbeya, Chief Executive Officer, Makko Brothers Credit Limited
Babalwa Mbobo, Senior Energy Advisor, GIZ
Thobeka Mchunu is a Senior Technical Advisor for Regulatory Framework at GIZ, focusing on green hydrogen and Power-to-X. Through GIZ’s project Promoting a Green Hydrogen Economy in South Africa, she supports stakeholders in shaping an enabling environment for this emerging sector. Passionate about...
Thobeka Mchunu, Technical Advisor, GIZ
Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the mining & metals industry. Skilled in Business Planning, Operations Management, Plant Operations, Process Optimization, and Metals. Strong business development professional with an Associate's degree focused in ...
Sechaba Metsing, Managing Director, Metsing Mining & Civil works
Mark Mfikoe, Director, ECA(SA)
Busi Mguni is a dynamic and detail-oriented professional building a career at the intersection of finance, technology, and strategic operations. Currently contributing at Transaction Capital Ltd, she supports critical business functions while pursuing a BCom in Investment Management at the...
Busi Mguni, Director, SB2 Group
CEO | Business Strategist | Industry DisruptorWith 29 years of executive leadership experience across multiple industries, I have led pioneering ventures in electric vehicle manufacturing, renewable energy, mobile healthcare, and networking. My career is defined by innovation, strategic...
Steven Mguni, Chief Executive Officer, Sb2 Consulting And Projects
Nontuthuko "Nonnie" Mhlungu is a force on stage and in the boardroom, renowned as a Dynamic Corporate MC, Transformative Speaker, and Personal Branding Expert. She carved a unique path from practicing attorney to purpose-driven trailblazer, leveraging her legal acumen and a decade of...
Nontuthuko Mhlungu, Founder and Director, People with Purpose
Maria Michael is an Electrical Engineer and Energy Specialist with over 12 years of professional experience delivering sustainable power solutions across public and private sectors. As the Managing Director of Michael & Co| Sustainable Power (headquartered in South Africa; serving...
Maria Michael, Managing Director, Michael & Co Sustainable Power
Sinethemba Mnguni is a renewable energy specialist and technical advisor at SAPVIA, with a strong focus on solar PV compliance, inspection frameworks, and digital enablement of industry systems. He has played an active role in the inspection and readiness processes supporting the launch of the PV...
Sinethemba Mnguni, Technical Specialist, SAPVIA
Matome Modikoa is a Marketing Specialist at Mesama Energy, where he manages the company’s digital presence, social media strategy, and content development. He plays a key role in communicating the company’s vision of advancing renewable energy solutions across Africa.Matome Modikoa is a Marketing...
Matome Modikoa, Marketing Specialist, Mesama Energy
Mogale Modisane (Pr.Eng) is a Senior Technical Manager at ACWA Power, where he leads the technical and commercial development of large-scale renewable and flexible energy projects across Southern Africa. His work spans solar PV, wind, battery energy storage, hybrid systems, and thermal...
Mogale Modisane, Senior Technical Manager, ACWA Power
Tshire Mokubetsi is a distinguished board director, entrepreneur, and strategy executive with over two decades of experience across infrastructure, advisory, and enterprise development sectors. She brings a sophisticated blend of governance oversight, commercial acumen, and sustainability...
Tshire Mokubetsi, Chief Executive Officer, MJSL Group
Theron Moonsamy, Managing Director and Principal Consultant, Green Environmental Engineering
Obuile Morewane, Founding Chairperson, Green energy and sustainability association
Itumeleng Morosele, Project Manager & Sustainable Energy Advisor, Sustainable Energy Africa
Jonathan Mphake, National Fleet Manager/SAPICS Director, SBV SERVICES
David Mugambi Ungu, Manager, Transport Services & Head E-Mobility, Kenya Power and Lighting Company
Kabayo Muhau is an EV pioneer and solar energy expert, serving as Managing Director of Donmac Limited and Co-Founder & President of the Zambian Electric Mobility Innovation Alliance (ZEMIA). He is a leading voice in advancing electric mobility, green infrastructure, and policy innovation across ...
Kabayo Muhau, Co-Founder & President, Zambian Electric Mobility Innovation Alliance (ZEMIA)
Kuda Mukova is the CEO of RIIS, a strategy and innovation consultancy operating at the intersection of strategy sustainability, and innovation. With over a decade of experience building and financing innovation ecosystems across Africa, Kuda has mobilised more than USD 50 million in early-stage...
Kuda Mukova, Chief Executive Officer, RIIS (Research Institute for Innovation and Sustainability)
Gracia Munganga, Senior Technical Advisor, Acen (Africa Circular Economy Network)
After 17 years of dealing public transport at different spheres of government, I have developed into a seasoned and polished industry transition project manager with thorough knowledge of public transport transformation projects. My experience includes but not limited to licensing of public...
Lutendo Stanley Musandiwa, Deputy Director: Business Development, City of Johannesburg, Transport Department
Seshni Naidoo, Head of Engineering & Technical Support SA, ENGIE
Patrick Narbel, PhD is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of GoSolr, where he leads innovation at the forefront of South Africa’s residential energy transition. Holding a PhD in Renewable Energy Economics, Patrick brings over 15 years of international experience in energy policy, tariff...
Patrick Narbel, Chief Technology Officer, Gosolr
Judith Nayiga, Technical Director, Electricity Regulatory Authority
Eng. Nkosinathi Ndlela is a Managing Director of Afrilectrical Consulting and a registered Professional Electrical Engineer (Pr. Eng.) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and is a Snr Member serving the Council of South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE). He has more...
Nkosinathi Ndlela, Managing Director, Afrilectrical Group
Agreepa (Mangalani) Neduvhuledza is a seasoned executive, professional engineer (Pr. Eng – ECSA), and accomplished energy industry leader with over 18 years of experience delivering complex thermal and renewable energy projects exceeding 1300MW. Having served as COO, CEO, Chairman, and Board...
Agreepa Neduvhuledza, Chief Operating Officer, Skyworth
Sentle Nell is a recognised African climate justice leader, strategist, and moderator with over a decade of experience working at the intersection of energy policy, climate finance, community development, and sustainable infrastructure. She is the Founder and Managing Director of Estahale...
Sentle Nell, Founder and Managing Director, Estahale Advisory
Samkelo Nene is an Electrical Engineering Lecturer at EIT/ECST and a Candidate Engineering Technologist registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and holds a BEng Tech (Honours) in Electrical Power Engineering. In recognition of his academic excellence and leadership, he was...
Samkelo Nene, Senior Lecturer, Engineering College of Science and Technology
Nkululeko Ngcobo, Vice President - Business Development, Rystad Energy
Mandisa Ngxongo, Managing Consultant, Marsh Pty Ltd
An emerging legal and compliance professional in the renewable energy sector, with qualifications in both South Africa and New Zealand, supported by an LLB, a Graduate Certificate in Law from the University of Auckland, and completion of the New Zealand Law and Practice Examinations. This...
Natalie Nieman, Head: Projects and Compliance, Genergy
Pozisa Njezula, Project Portfolio Manager, Eskom
Zandi is a distinguished Chartered Accountant and is currently enhancing her academic credentials by pursuing an LLB Degree at UNISA. She presently holds the position of Chief Executive Officer at Kathu Solar Park (RF) Pty Ltd, an ENGIE subsidiary. The company operates a 100 MW Concentrated Solar...
Zandi Nkone Kelem, CEO, Kathu Solar Park
Amb. Aps. Ing. Joseph Nkrumah is a renewable energy specialist, international keynote speaker, and C-suite executive focused on advancing sustainable energy solutions and the global clean energy transition. Based in Ghana, he is a solar power development expert with experience in delivering...
Joseph Nkrumah, Manager Project Development -Renewables, Bui Power Authority
Andre Nortje is an award-winning energy and sustainability professional, recognised as Energy Professional of the Year by AEE and SAEEC. He currently serves as Environmental Sustainability Manager at Netcare, where he leads impactful initiatives driving energy efficiency, renewable energy...
Andre Nortje, Environmental Sustainability Manager, Netcare
Sula Ntsaluba, Managing Director, Grenex Pty Ltd
Vincent Obisie Orlu, Sustainability, Resource Governance & Energy Researcher, Sustainable Solutions Group Research and Advisory (SSG-RA)
Wale Odugbesan is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Royal Power and Energy Limited (RPE), a leading provider of innovative and sustainable energy solutions. With over 8 years of leadership experience in the power and infrastructure sector, he has been instrumental in driving the company’s vision ...
Wale Odugbesan, Chief Executive Officer, Royal Power & Energy Ltd
Anita Otubu, Senior Director, Seforall
Avesh Padayachee, Founder, Fibon Energy
Suzan Paledi is a dynamic entrepreneur and advocate for sustainable energy solutions, committed to expanding access to clean and reliable energy in underserved communities. She is the founder of Paledi Energy and Innovations, a company that delivers renewable energy solutions, including solar...
Suzan Paledi, Founder, Paledi Energy and Innovations
Hiten Parmar, Executive Director, Electric Mission
Tokologo Phetla believes in Africa. His vision is to contribute to the creation of an economically and politically independent African continent. He aims to do this through entrepreneurial leadership and industrial development. Having started several successful businesses in media in his 20s, his...
Tokologo Phetla, Chief Executive Officer, Commodore industries
Asante Phiri, General Manager, Dorper Wind Farm
Yonela Poswa (they/them) has a Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering background from the University of Cape Town and a proven track record in renewable energy project development, financing, and technical leadership. Their expertise covers electrical distribution system maintenance, solar smart...
Yonela Phoswa, Co-founder & Director, Umbane Energy Investments
Krishna is a seasoned professional with over 35 years of experience in engineering, project development, asset creation and financial, commercial and transaction advisory. Since joining Cresco in 2017, he has further honed his experience for large utility scale energy and property projects. Krishna ...
Krishna Pillay, Director, Cresco Advisory
Gideon Potgieter, CEO, Resolution Circle (Pty) Ltd
Shane has more than 25years of experience in the energy industry, spanning across the electricity as well as the oil and gas sectors. The early part of his career was spent at Eskom in South Africa where he fulfilled various roles in the power system planning and operations arena, as well as in...
Shane Prins, Chief Solution Architect, Huawei
Ms Nomawethu Qase (Noma) is the Director responsible for renewable energy at the Department of Electricity & Energy (DEE). Her principal responsibility is to guarantee the seamless integration of renewable energy into the mainstream energy supply by identifying, planning, and coordinating...
Noma Qase, Director : Renewable Energy, Department of Electricity and Energy
Hendrik Raedani, Head: Alternative & Renewable Energy Department, City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality
Dr Koketso Rakhudu (Kgosana) is a Mandela Washington Fellow (Leaders in Public Management, Georgia State University of United States of America) and the chief of the Tsitsing community in the Royal Bafokeng Nation & CEO of Hakem Energies Foundation.
He serves as Deputy Chairperson of the...
Dr Koketso Rakhudu, Group CEO, Kgosana Koketso Rakhudu Group
Lehlogonolo Ramphisa is a QCTO Certified Electrician, QCTO Certified EPC Practitioner, EWSETA Assessor with extensive experience in EPC assessments with a background in TVET college tutoring. Lehlogonolo works at IEPA as an EPC Practitioner where she assists the skills development team with...
Lehlogonolo Ramphisa, EPC Practitioner and EWSETA Assessor, Institute of Energy Professionals Africa NPC
Lerato Ramushu is the Executive/Director of Ngwanalaka Group Holdings.
Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations Communication / Image Management from the University of Johannesburg (UJ). Her completion in Artisan Entrepreneurship certificate at the Allan Gray...
Lerato Ramushu, Director, Ngwanalaka Group Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Gqi Raoleka, Co-Founder and CEO, Pele Green Energy
David Raphael, Chief Technical Officer, SOLINK
Shaurya Ritwik is a sustainable finance expert, business strategist, and thought leader with over a decade of cross-sectoral experience spanning strategy consulting, renewable energy, development banking, and sustainable finance across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the GCC region. He has worked...
Shaurya Ritwik, Managing Director, Solar Futures Alliance
Koos van Rooyen is a experienced professional in the energy sector, with a career spanning nearly three decades at Eskom, South Africa's primary electricity utility. His academic background includes a Post Graduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Stellenbosch.[1]...
Koos Van Rooyen, Manager Energy Services, Eskom
Originally from the Netherlands, Henk Rotman moved to South Africa in 2010 and has worked in various roles in the local lighting industry ever since. Currently, he is the Gauteng Business Development Manager for Tridonic. He has been the Chairperson of the Gauteng branch of the Illumination...
Henk Rotman, Chairman Gauteng, Tridonic SA
Etienne Rubbers, Managing Partner, SAIEE
Nikash Rughubir, Executive Head:Energy, Ndalamo Resources
Rudy Samuel, Managing Director, RS Services
Patricia Schroder, CEO, Circular Energy NPC
Refilwe Sebothoma, Chief Executive Officer & Founder, Hakem Energies
Grant Seeman is a Technical Advisor at the Electrical Contractors Association of South Africa (ECA(SA)), where he works with contractors and inspectors on compliance with SANS 10142-1 and electrical installation regulations. His work focuses on Certificates of Compliance, solar PV...
Grant Seeman, Technical Advisor, ECA(SA)
Khutso is a seasoned strategist and business leader with over 20 years’ experience driving growth, transformation, and innovation across the energy, resources, and manufacturing sectors.
Currently serving as General Manager of Renewables Strategy and Business Development at Eskom Holdings, he...
Khutso Sekgota, General Manager: Renewables & Green Energy, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited
Pitso Sekhoto is a dynamic and award-winning South African engineer, widely recognized for his leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to empowering the next generation in STEM disciplines.
Pitso currently serves as a middle manager at Eskom Holdings, focusing on Substation Automation...
Pitso Sekhoto, Middle Manager-Substation Automation Integration, Eskom
McDonald Sekoa is an experienced trainer and content developer at GREEN Solar Academy in Johannesburg, shaping future solar experts across South Africa thanks to his extensive background in electrical engineering and expertise in PV solar installations
Letlhogonolo McDonald Sekoa, GREEN Trainer - LMS Solar, GREEN Solar Academy
Sindisiwe Shozi is a Professional Engineer and Chief Engineer: Advanced Metering at eThekwini Municipality, with extensive experience in power systems, smart metering, and energy infrastructure. She is a certified PMP and GCC (Factories) holder, bringing strong expertise in project...
Sindisiwe Nomalungelo Shozi, Chief Engineer: Advanced Metering, eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality
Souraki SIMA is a multi-skilled computer scientist with over 15 years of experience in technology and digital innovation. Currently serving as Head of Digital Transformation at Énergie du Mali (EDM S.A), the national electricity utility of Mali, he specializes in creating secure and integrated IT...
Souraki Sima, Head of Digital Transformation, Energie du Mali
Kival Singh is a visionary banking leader driving FNB’s sustainability agenda with purpose and precision. As Head of Sustainability and ESG Solutions, he’s at the forefront of integrating green technologies into everyday banking, making renewable energy and ecoconscious living more accessible...
Kival Singh, Head : Sustainability & ESG Solutions, FNB
Nhlanhla B. Sithole, Senior Project Manager, EDF Renewables
Andile Skosana, Chief Executive Officer, CityCon Africa
Shaun G. Slabber is a dynamic entrepreneur and founder with a strong footprint across Africa’s renewable energy, built environment, and social impact sectors. With a career that began in corporate and evolved into multi-sector entrepreneurship, Shaun has co-founded and led several impactful...
Shaun G. Slabber, Co-Founder, Crunch Carbon
Nonjabulo Sokhela is an accomplished leader and CEO of Nepoworx, a socio-economic transformation organization driving South Africa's green economy. With a diverse background in the renewable energy sector, she is a dedicated advocate for ensuring marginalized communities are active participants ...
Nonjabulo Sokhela, Chief Executive Officer, Nepoworx
Monde is an ECSA registered Professional Engineer and a Senior Member of the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE).
Holds a BSc Eng (Electrical) from University of KwaZulu-Natal and MSc Eng (Electrical) from the University of Cape Town. He is a member of the Council for SAIEE and ...
Monde Soni, Chief Engineer : Power Systems Planning, Eskom
Frank Spencer is a well-known Renewable Energy personality in the South African Renewable Energy Space. He currently heads up Cainmani’s South Africa business, where he leads on the development of Greenfields Utility-Scale Renewables Power Projects for Private Sector offtake. He is passionate...
Frank Spencer, CEO, SBG Earth
Vanessa is an Associate Attorney in the Construction team. She began her legal career at NSDV Law where she discovered her passion for construction law, alternative dispute resolution and litigation. She has a particular interest in drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction contracts such...
Vanessa Ann Stander, Associate Designate Attorney, NSDV Law Inc.
James Tang, President : Huawei Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa, Huawei
Nivedh Das Thaikoottathil is a senior market analyst with Rystad Energy's Renewables and Power team. Nivedh leads and drives Rystad Energy’s research and analysis for African, Central Asian and Eastern European renewables and power markets. With over five years of experience, Nivedh's...
Nivedh Das Thaikoottathil, Senior analyst - Renewables & Power, Rystad Energy
As the Project Lead for the CSIR Energy Storage Testbed since joining in 2021, Renesh Thakoordeen plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable energy solutions.
Situated within the Energy Centre, he leads initiatives at the forefront of energy storage testing, research and innovation.Renesh is...
Renesh Thakoordeen, Energy Storage Testbed Supervisor, CSIR
Maphike Matthews Tikiso is an Electrical Engineering professional with over five years of hands-on experience in Solar PV and BESS systems. With strong expertise in three-phase low-voltage system design, compliance, and advanced technical support, he delivers in-depth, standards-based training...
Maphike Matthews Tikiso, Training Manager, Felicity Solar SA (Pty) Ltd
Melusi Tshabalala (MBA, M.Inst.D) is an award-winning CEO, board member, and energy sector leader with extensive experience in commercial, project, and strategic management. He has a strong background in power systems, smart grid technologies, and industrial energy solutions.
With expertise...
Melusi Tshabalala, Founder & CEO, Mesama Energy
Sibusiso is a Middle Manager, Programme Management under the Demand Management department Eskom Distribution, where he leads a portfolio looking at the development and implementation of Residential Heat Pump Rebate, Energy Efficient Lighting Mass Rollout, Residential Load Management, Smart Meter...
Sibusiso Tshabalala, Middle Manager : Demand Management, Eskom Distribution, Eskom
Mzi Tyhokolo, Energy Advisor, Spring Lights Pty Ltd
Jude Ugwuoke, Head, Revenue Protection Unit, Ibadan Electricity Distribution
Dr Andries van der Linde, Technical Director, Harvard Green Energy
Malcolm Van Harte, General Manager : Strategy New Business Development, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited
Mr. Nicolaas Faure van Schalkwyk is a Qualified Electrical & Electronic Engineer and Energy Research Engineer specialising in the global advancement of Solar PV and storage technologies. As Harmonizer of people and technology and General Manager of the Solar Training Centre, he delivers expert...
Nicolaas Faure van Schalkwyk, Head of Solar PV Training, Solar Training Centre (SUNCybernetics)
Mvumikazi Vimbani is experienced in energy policy and engineering, with expertise acquired in policy development, electricity distribution, and the maritime sector. She has an in-depth understanding of the South African energy sector, its value chains, and associated policies and regulations. Her...
Mvumikazi Vimbani, Directorate: Electricity Policy, Department of Electricity & Energy
Franck Wandji, Group Executive: Commercial, ArcelorMittal South Africa
Matthew Whalley is the Managing Director for Balwin Green Living, part of the Balwin Properties Group.Matthew has BSc(Eng) Aeronautical and MSc(Eng) as well as being the founder of the first South African company to be accepted into Y-combinator the world-renowned start-up accelerator based in...
Matthew Whalley, Managing Director: Balwin Green Living, Balwin Properties
Ogi Williams, Director: Consulting and Strategy, In On Africa
I have been working in the new energy market in Southern Africa for many years. After obtaining a master's degree in power electronics and working in R&D for several years, I switched to sales. I have been stationed in multiple countries in the region for more than 8 years, responsible for...
Kyle Zhang, Solution Director of Huawei Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa Region, Huawei
Mkhaya Zikalala is a seasoned electrical engineering professional with over 16 years’ experience in technical management, maintenance, and infrastructure compliance. He serves as the GMR 2.1 Appointee for Transnet’s national property portfolio, overseeing safety, regulatory compliance, and the...
Mkhaya Zikalala, Head Utilities Management -National Portfolio, Transnet SOC Ltd.
Silindile Pepi Zungu is the South African Country Director at Genesis Energy Group, one of Africa’s foremost developers in the Power, Gas, and Renewable Energy sectors. With over a decade of experience in business development, energy advisory, and strategic stakeholder engagement, Pepi leads the...
Silindile Pepi Zungu, Country Director: South Africa, GENESIS ENERGY GROUP