African Women in Energy and Power (AWEaP)’s Post

I am looking forward to sharing insights on Skills Development and the impact of Skills Gaps : The panel takes place on: Wednesday, 9th October Time: 11:00 – 11:45 KEYNOTE PANEL DISCUSSION Unlocking Bankability: De-risking African Power & Energy Projects This session focuses on strategies to improve the bankability of African power and energy projects it also aims to Discussions will explore credit enhancement mechanisms, mezzanine finance options, risk insurance, and the role of regulation, project structuring in attracting financing across power projects and overall funding of the energy transition. We will also delve into the role of sovereign investors with a special mention of areas of interest that align with sovereign investors. Key areas of discussion: •What are the key risks associated with energy projects in Africa and how can we address them? •How can new business models (embedded, captive etc) help incentivise private sector participation in African energy projects? What kind of policy frameworks have proven most attractive to make African energy projects more bankable? • 👉🏾Detailing the impact of Skills Gaps: with an emphasis on how lack of skills can hinder project implementation, increase risks, and reduce investor confidence. •Highlight the need for strong and transparent governance structures within power and energy institutions. This includes effective regulatory frameworks, anticorruption measures, and accountability mechanisms. Panellists: • Marlise Schmidt, Transaction Director, Globeleq Africa Limited (Confirmed) •Lamé Verre , Co-Founder & Chair Advisory Board, Lean In Equity and Sustainability (Confirmed) •Leria Arinaitwe , Legal Counsel, Energy Sector Lead, African Legal Support Facility (ALSF) (Confirmed) • Yagouba Traoré , Head of Policy Planning and Strategy, AFREC-AU (Confirmed) Moderator: Maduna Ngobeni, Managing Director, A-Hub Energy

On behalf of African Women in Energy and Power (AWEaP), I am deeply honored to be recognized by Lean In Equity & Sustainability and AOW as part of the Pan-African Female Leaders in Energy Power List 2024. This recognition serves as a testament to the collective efforts we have made in driving gender inclusivity and empowering women across Africa's energy sector. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the incredible women on this list, whose dedication and leadership are not only breaking barriers but also inspiring the next generation of female leaders. Together, we are building a more sustainable, inclusive energy future for Africa. https://lnkd.in/dPKMhHRr #AOW2024 Thank you Pat van de Loosdrecht, MBA Cert. Dir. For tirelessly showcasing talent on the continent!!

On 26 August, the Inaugural Just Energy Transition Municipal Conference, spearheaded by His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa, marked a pivotal moment in South Africa's commitment to a sustainable and inclusive energy future. Key insights from President Ramaphosa's address, alongside the remarks from Deputy Minister Narend Singh, speaking on behalf of the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, underscored the critical role municipalities must play in driving the Just Energy Transition (JET). Their messages resonate deeply with the objectives of our Just Energy Transition Skills Development Programme for Utility Professionals, which is specifically designed to equip municipal operators, managers, and leaders with the knowledge and tools to navigate and lead within South Africa's evolving energy landscape. In this thought leadership piece, I will showcase how our programme aligns seamlessly with the nation's strategic energy goals and the central role of municipalities in this trajectory. https://lnkd.in/dftAc-Tt Women professionals in Gauteng based municipalities, visit our website and register you interest to participate in our Just Energy Skills Development Programme for Utility Professions. More information to follow.

I had the privilege to deliver a keynote address at the Eskom Women’s Advancement Programme Conference 2024 - Awards Evening!!! The theme was: Invest in Women - Accelerate Progress. I had the joy of engaging with Eskom’s leadership Mteto Nyati , Bheki Nxumalo Monde Bala, Jainthree Sankar Calib Cassim and Eskom Transmission CEO Segomoco Scheppers I have always believed that the Eskom Learning Academy is a sanctuary for energy system learning for the continent. Bekezela (Beke) Moloi and her team transformed one of the restaurants into a glamorous gala venue… simply exceptional. It was incredible to meet the Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy DM Samantha Jan Graham who was gracious! I was in awe of the sheer talent and revived spirits in the room. The Award recipients were deserving and deeply inspiring. In my keynote, I paid tribute to Chris Breen, whose teachings have had an indelible mark in my journey. Extracts from my keynote: Embracing Authentic Leadership: The Courage to Rise What Gift Have You Been Withholding from the World? I ask you this: What gift have you been withholding from the world? What talent, what vision, what leadership have you held back because of fear or because you were told it wasn’t your place? The world needs that gift now more than ever. Do not deprive us of the brilliance only you can bring. Bestow Love on the Unlovable Parts of You And as you do this, bestow love on the parts of you that you’ve hidden away—the parts you thought were unworthy or unlovable. For in those parts lies the fullness of who you are. It is in embracing all of you that you will find the strength to lead others.   Honor the Difference between Job, Duty, and Calling Remember the difference between a job, a duty, and a calling. A job pays the bills, a duty serves others, but a calling—a calling changes the world. And you, my friends, are called. Called to lead, to innovate, to inspire.   Construct a Mature Spirituality In this journey, construct a spirituality that is mature, that goes beyond the surface and roots itself deep within your soul. This is the foundation that will support you through every challenge and triumph alike.   Seize Permission to Be Who You Really Are Finally, tonight I give you this charge: Seize permission to be who you truly are. The world has enough people playing small, enough people conforming to the expectations of others. What the world needs—what we need—is you. The real, unfiltered, unapologetic you. #womeninenergy