2024 SADC Sustainable Energy Week - Gaborone - postponed
2024-12-02 - 2024-12-06 | Gaborone Convention Conference Centre, The Grand Palm Resort, Plot 17989 Bonnington Farm Molepolole Road, Gaborone, Botswana
*** postponed till February 2025 ***
The Government of Botswana’s Ministry of Minerals and Energy (MME) and the SADC Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (SACREEE) will jointly host the inaugural SADC Sustainable Energy Week event from 2-6 December 2024 in Gaborone, Botswana, This landmark event, themed ‘Accelerating Sustainable Energy Solutions for an Energy Secure SADC Region’, aims to catalyze the adoption of sustainable energy practices across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.

West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit (WA-ECS) - Lome
2024-12-03 - 2024-12-05 | The Hôtel 2 Février, Place de l’Indépendance, Lome, Togo
The inaugural West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit (WA-ECS), taking place 3 – 5 December 2024 under the Patronage of the President, Togolese Republic, is set to gather industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss and shape the future of energy in the region. The theme of the event is Empowering West Africa's Growth Through Strategic Energy Partnerships.
West Africa is at a pivotal moment in its energy development, with abundant resources such as solar, hydro, and gas reserves offering unparalleled opportunities for sustainable growth.
Key initiatives such as the ongoing expansion of the West African Power Pool, the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline, Solar farm projects in Mauritania, Togo, and Mali, and BESS development across the region are setting the stage for an exciting shift in the energy landscape.
WA-ECS will facilitate in-depth discussions on the latest energy projects, practical plans for achieving 2030 renewable energy targets, and strategies to enhance market development and private sector participation.

GOGLA/ESMAP joint webinar: Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report (MTR)
2024-12-03 16:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
Joint GOGLA/ESMAP webinar on the key takeaways from the Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report (MTR). The webinar will also introduce new tools to strengthen the understanding of the sector, including an innovative microsite and AI chatbot. As part of the webinar, they will host a panel discussion on the challenges, opportunities, and advancements in the OGS sector.
Presented by Andrea Arricale, Energy Specialist Consultant at the World Bank and moderated by Sarah Malm, Executive Director at GOGLA.
Speakers:
• Fanny Missfeldt-Ringius, Practice Manager at ESMAP - Energy Sector Management Assistance Program
• Raihan Elahi, Lead Energy Specialist at the World Bank
• Patrick Walsh, Co-Founder & CEO at Sun King

Virtual launch: "Energising Women to Advance the Energy Transition in the SADC Region"
2024-12-05 09:00 - 22:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
Following the postponement of the SADC Sustainable Energy Week, SACREE has now decided to hold an online event to celebrate the launch of the new project, "Energising Women to Advance the Energy Transition in the SADC Region."

The webinar will take place on Thursday, December 5th at 9-10AM Central Africa Time (CAT); 8-9 AM Central European Time (CET).

The event will feature keynote speakers from ADA, SACREEE, and GWNET as well as a special address by H.E. Ambassador Romana Königsbrun. The discussion will be moderated by GWNET Senior Advisor and Co-founder, Irene Giner-Reichl. In addition to presenting the new project dedicated to empowering SADC women in the region’s energy transition, the event shall also introduce the Energising Women to Advance the Energy Transition in the SADC Region Mentorship Programme. The call for applications for the mentorship programme officially open following the event.

HSFG plenary
2024-12-10 15:00 - 16:30 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
Plenary meeting of the Household Solar Funders Group for the fourth quarter of 2024.
This is a members-only meeting, for more info please contact HSFG coordinator Wim Jonker Klunne

Powerelec Nigeria - Lagos
2025-01-13 - 2025-01-15 | Landmark Centre, Victoria Island Annex, Lagos, Nigeria
The largest international solar energy trade show curated exclusively for the energy, power, renewables and electrical segment will be hosted at Lagos between 13, 14, 15 Jan 2025.
Known as Nigeria’s financial centre and economic heart, renewable and green energy exhibition Lagos offers a perfect platform for all international and national players to forge partnerships and business deals. Being well connected and the eclectic business atmosphere coupled with superior infrastructure makes Lagos the first choice for an energy efficiency event and solar exhibition in Nigeria like Power Elec.

What is in the offering?

Meet the Who is Who of Power Sector in Nigeria
Over one hundred Exhibitors
3 Days of high power FREE to attend Conferences
Country Pavilions, including India and China
Pre-book your time slots with Exhibitors
High quality trade visitors.
Dedicated individual meeting schedule
Higher business conversion rate
Establish contacts with Regional Power Sector Official

Climate Finance in Action: Lessons learnt from approved projects
2025-01-23 16:30 - 18:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
In this LinkedIn Live event, Grant Ballard-Tremeer will explore the intricacies of successful climate projects and uncover valuable lessons, together with special guest Luisa Freitas!
Here's what you can expect:
* Project Analysis: We'll analyse the project SAP044
"Empowering Women Groups to Build Resilience to Climate Impacts in the Province of Cunene in South West Angola (CREW Angola)". Luisa, who worked on this project will shed light on the development process, and project design.
* Lessons Learned: Together we'll explore key takeaways and best practices, and identify valuable insights for professionals in climate finance, sustainable development, and related fields.
* Interactive Q&A: We'll dedicate time to answer your queries and engage in a lively discussion.
Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and contribute to the global fight against climate change.
This project includes a component on solar irrigation.

Africa Energy Summit 2025 - Dar es Salaam
2025-01-27 - 2025-01-28 | Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC), 11101 Shaaban Robert St, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
This January, African nations converge in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for a landmark gathering that promises to reshape the continent's energy landscape.
The Africa Energy Summit 2025 brings together visionary leaders, international partners, and key stakeholders to address one of Africa's most pressing challenges: universal access to reliable, sustainable power.
Hosted through an unprecedented collaboration between the Government of Tanzania, the African Union, the African Development Bank Group, the World Bank Group, and the Rockefeller Foundation, this two-day summit represents a crucial step toward energizing Africa's future.

WEBINAR Learning from innovative businesses in the sustainable cooling sector
2025-01-28 12:00 - 13:30 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
As global temperatures rise and the impacts of climate change become increasingly pronounced, the need for sustainable cooling products has never been more critical, especially for the most vulnerable and energy-limited communities.
Sustainable cold chain solutions can transform farming and business sectors by boosting productivity, creating jobs, and driving economic development. By making sustainable cooling more accessible and affordable, cooling technologies offer a promising pathway to addressing climate challenges while supporting key sectors in off-grid and weak-grid areas.
Productivity and efficiency
Effective cold chains play a vital role in the reduction food spoilage and waste, ensuring that more produce reaches the market in good condition, which increases the overall yield and profitability for farmers and businesses. The development and maintenance of cold chain infrastructure has the potential to create job opportunities, ranging from construction and maintenance to logistics and management. By reducing losses and improving the quality of perishable goods, cold chains enhance the competitiveness of local products in both domestic and international markets, leading to increased trade and investment.
Quality of life
The impact of cooling technologies on quality of life and health is also significant, as they prevent the growth of pathogens in food and medicines, reducing disease transmission, and improving overall health. Additionally, they help maintain the efficacy of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, ensuring that essential medicines remain effective.
This webinar will provide an overview of the role of sustainable cooling products and solutions, exploring challenges around uptake and how innovation is helping to address these barriers. The panel will feature speakers from innovation companies who feature in the latest Energy Catalyst report - ‘Learning from innovative businesses in the sustainable cooling sector’ and expert organisations.
Expert panel:
Veronica Nkooyio, Senior Associate, CLASP
Simon Ighofose AMIChemE Meng, Co-founder CEO, PyroGenesys
Jordan Silverman, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Inclusive Energy
Dr Khoa Le, Researcher, University of Oxford
Doug West, Chief Marketing Officer, Hubl Logistics Ltd
Ceri Jones, Chief Commercial Officer, SureChill
Moderator: Mercy Rose, Head of Energy Research and Innovation, Mercy Corps Energy 4 Impact

East Africa Energy Cooperation Summit - Arusha
2025-01-29 - 2025-01-30 | Gran Melia Arusha, Simeon Road, Arusha, 1184, Tanzania, United Republic of
The 5th Tanzania Energy Cooperation Summit 2024 (TECS) highlighted Tanzania's potential and advancement towards a regional power market. The summit fostered a solid partnership between EnergyNet and the East African Community (EAC), showcasing the commitment to driving progress in the energy sector across East Africa.
We are now back in Arusha for the East Africa Energy Cooperation Summit (EA-ECS), which will explore the region's numerous investment opportunities, leverage its vast natural resources, and strengthen cross-border relationships.
Regional collaboration will also represent a key element, as it enhances energy development and offers long-term energy security solutions.
Topics under discussion included:

Roadmap for regional collaboration and its importance for both energy security and sector growth
Strategies to fast-track projects
Opportunities in Power Generation, focusing on renewables, geothermal, and gas-to-power initiatives
Capitalizing on excess power through cross-border projects or by engaging off-takers, such as the mining industry and digital infrastructure sectors
Interactive Country Updates - private and public sector representatives will engage in boardroom sessions to explore the latest advancements and roadmaps in specific countries across the region

7th Edition PowerTech Africa - Nairobi
2025-01-30 - 2025-01-31 | Radisson Blu, Elgon Road, Nairobi, Kenya
This will be an exclusive closed-door gathering of relevant renewable practitioners from both public and private sectors across the world with a keen interest to participate in the growth and development opportunities in the region. Th organisers look forward to welcoming the interested participants to share the platform and be a part of an elite gathering looking towards a positive outcome.

Solar Power Africa - Cape Town
2025-02-10 - 2025-02-12 | CTICC, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
The African continent is rapidly pushing towards economic, development and transformational change in the economy, forging rapid growth in the renewable energy market. This surge presents a significant opportunity for investors, developers, and operators as they can play a role in the development of this sector in Africa.
Solar Power Africa is committed to ensuring definitions, ideas, knowledge, and expertise are available to further the usage of solar power and renewable energy in Africa.
This year’s event will focus on the theme:
Powering Africa’s Renewable Transition: Advancing Solar Innovation, Sustainable Investments, and Energy Storage Solutions.
This year's conference will feature 7 plenary sessions, 3 keynote addresses, and 8 specialised breakaway sessions.
Conference Tracks:

Solar and Storage: The Future Hub
Sustainable Development

The conference will address these amongst other topics:

Building Smarter Grids: Energy Efficiency, Solar, and the Future of Dynamic, Resilient Energy Systems
Technological Advancements in Solar Energy: Innovations Driving Efficiency and Cost Reduction
Financing Solar Projects in Africa: Overcoming Challenges with Innovative Solutions
Battery Storage Technologies: Unlocking the Future of Solar Energy
The Future of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Solar Power Integration: Driving the Future of Transportation
The Impact of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Programme (REIPPPP) on South Africa’s Solar Energy Landscape
Green Hydrogen and Solar: Applications for South Africa’s Clean Energy Future
Regulatory and Policy Frameworks Shaping Solar Energy Development in Africa
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Manufacturing in South Africa and Africa: Risks and Opportunities:
Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems: Integrating Wind, Solar, and Storage for Maximum Efficiency
Scaling Solar + Storage Solutions for Commercial & Industrial Sectors
Decentralised Solar Solutions for Electrification
The Future of Solar in South Africa’s Liberalised Energy Market
The Environmental Impact of Solar Energy and Its Role in the Transition to a Circular Economy
Unlocking Funds for Africa’s Just Energy Transition: Access, Success Stories, and Skills Development

2024 SADC Sustainable Energy Week – Gaborone
2025-02-24 - 2025-02-28 | Gaborone Convention Conference Centre, The Grand Palm Resort, Plot 17989 Bonnington Farm Molepolole Road, Gaborone, Botswana
The Government of Botswana’s Ministry of Minerals and Energy (MME) and the SADC Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (SACREEE) will jointly host the inaugural SADC Sustainable Energy Week event from 2-6 December 2024 in Gaborone, Botswana, This landmark event, themed ‘Accelerating Sustainable Energy Solutions for an Energy Secure SADC Region’, aims to catalyze the adoption of sustainable energy practices across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.

Africa Energy Indaba 2025 - Cape Town
2025-03-04 - 2025-03-06 | CTICC, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
The Africa Energy Indaba is the continent's premier energy event, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and stakeholders to shape the future of energy in Africa.
With a focus on sustainable development, renewable energy, and energy access, the Africa Energy Indaba provides a dynamic platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and investment opportunities. From cutting-edge technologies to transformative projects, this event showcases the latest advancements and strategies driving Africa's energy transition.
Whether you're a seasoned industry professional, a government representative, an entrepreneur, or an advocate for energy access, the Africa Energy Indaba offers invaluable insights, networking opportunities, and actionable solutions to address the energy challenges and opportunities facing the continent.

Webinar by GDC: Selling refrigerators for productive use
2025-03-04 14:00 - 15:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
Discover best practices for selling refrigerators for produce use

In this webinar you’ll learn about the challenges and opportunities of adding refrigerators to the product mix of a Last Mile Distributor. The key business operations that need be developed in relation to this will be discussed, including identifying customers, sales and marketing, and after-sales services.
Plus, you’ll hear from three last mile distributors who are currently selling refrigerators and what they have learnt from their experiences. Breakout groups in the second part of the webinar will give participants time to talk directly with the speakers.
This webinar will be particularly beneficial to last mile distributors that are considering adding refrigeration to their product offering or looking to scale their existing operations with refrigerators. The webinar is free and open to all – simply register using the link below.

Speakers

Ambrose Mbuvi, Impact Manager, Bopinc (moderator)
Timothy Musaazi, Business Development Manager, POPO
Safiya Aliyu, General Manager, Sosai Renewable Energies Company
Claudine Uwineza, Sales and Marketing Coordinator, Munyax Eco Ltd

Agenda
1. Introduction

2. Panel discussion:

Challenges and opportunities when selling refrigerators for productive use
7 Key business operations to consider
Identifying customers (Munyaz Eco)
Sales agent cheat sheet (Sosai Renewable Energies)
After-sales support (POPO)

3. Breakout discussions:
Which of the seven business model adaptations do participants consider most difficult for this product category and why?

Group 1: For distributors who are new to this technology and at the research stage (led by Munyax Eco and Sosai Renewable Energies)
Group 2: For distributors that are currently selling refrigerators and want to scale their operations (led by POPO)

Powering Africa Summit (PAS25) - Washington
2025-03-06 - 2025-03-07 | JW Marriott Washington, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Powering Africa Summit (PAS25) returns to Washington, D.C., to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
This year, we will honour a decade of collaborative progress in the African energy sector and deepen our commitment to advancing energy access and sustainable development across the continent.
Under the theme “Capital Flows Underpinning the Energy Transition,” PAS25 will focus on the essential role of finance in accelerating energy projects across Africa. With an enhanced regional approach, the summit will provide a unique platform to explore strategic opportunities and partnerships tailored to address the specific energy needs of Southern, Eastern, Western, and Northern Africa.
The two-day agenda promises high-level addresses, interactive panels, and exclusive boardroom meetings designed to facilitate impactful connections between U.S. Government stakeholders, ministers and leaders of government from across the African continent, institutional investors, private financiers, and service and technology providers from North America and Africa.

Sustainable Energy for All Global Forum - Barbados
2025-03-11 - 2025-03-14 | Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Center, Two Mile Hill, St. Michael, BB11093, Barbados
11 March: Pre-Forum Meetings (mostly invite only)
12-13 March: 2025 SEforALL Global Forum
14 March: Green Expeditions (Projects Site Visits)

The 2025 SEforALL Global Forum will be co-hosted by Sustainable Energy for All and the Government of Barbados, led by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley.
Under the theme of “Sustainable Energy for Equity, Security and Prosperity”, this year’s Forum will focus on catalysing the actions and investment needed for countries to achieve their energy access, climate and development goals.
Building on Prime Minister Mottley’s Bridgetown Initiative for the reform of development finance, the Forum will address the challenge of how we can mobilize sufficient finance on the right terms to meet global goals, especially for the most underserved communities, countries and regions – such as Small Island Developing States.

Intersolar Summit Africa 2025 - Nairobi
2025-03-12 - 2025-03-13 | Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands, 38 Muthithi Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
The Intersolar Summit Africa is the premier B2B solar conference poised to illuminate the future of renewable energy in the vibrant heart of Nairobi, Kenya. Set against the dynamic backdrop from March 12-13, 2025, this summit is your gateway to engaging with industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers shaping Africa’s solar landscape. With an anticipated gathering of 250 attendees, the summit attracts a diverse spectrum of professionals including solar developers, EPC contractors, investors, government representatives, and technology providers. This targeted audience ensures unparalleled networking opportunities and direct access to key decision-makers driving solar initiatives across the continent.

ARE Energy Access Investment Forum 2025 - Kampala
2025-04-08 - 2025-04-10 | Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort, 1049 Wavamunno Rd, Kampala, Uganda
EAIF is the top annual investment event for the renewable electrification sector, fostering business and investor partnerships for the purpose of sustainable electricity access, decarbonisation, economic growth and fighting against climate change.

EAIF 2025 is organised by the Alliance for Rural Electrification, and supported by GET.invest, a European programme mobilising investment in renewable energy. GET.invest is co-funded by the European Union, Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Austria.
This special 10-year edition will bring together over 1,000 participants, both in-person and online, including private and public investors, industry leaders, and government officials, for an exclusive experience.

Solar Week Kenya 2025 - Nairobi
2025-04-10 | Emare Hotel Ole Sereni, Mombasa Road, Nairobi, Kenya
The 4th Edition of the Kenya Solar Week is set to be the most impactful yet, bringing together industry pioneers, innovators, and policymakers to spotlight the latest advancements and opportunities in Kenya’s rapidly growing solar and renewable energy sector. With 76% of Kenya's installed capacity now derived from renewables, and solar playing a key role, this year's focus is on driving solar adoption to achieve Kenya’s ambitious goals: 100 GW of renewable capacity by 2040 and universal clean energy access.
The event will feature insightful sessions on Financing and Investment Mechanisms, Policy, Regulation, and Incentives, Technological Innovation and Integration, Grid Integration and Energy Storage, and Sustainability, Climate Goals, and Energy Transition. These sessions will be complemented by interactive workshops examining new regulatory frameworks, business innovations, and evolving market trends. Experts will share their perspectives on how to harness Kenya’s renewable energy potential while overcoming challenges to scaling solar adoption.
Over 200+ industry leaders—including project developers, EPCs, financiers, policymakers, manufacturers, and service providers—will gather to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and unlock opportunities. With a strong emphasis on networking, the event promises meaningful connections that can lead to transformative collaborations and deals.
Kenya Solar Week 2025 is your gateway to understanding how the country’s solar industry can overcome challenges like access to finance, policy hurdles, and infrastructure gaps, while advancing toward a brighter, sustainable future.

RENMOZ 2025 - Maputo
2025-04-23 - 2025-04-24 | Montebelo Indy Maputo Congress Hotel, 99, Rua Dom Sebastião, Maputo, 1750, Mozambique
Having established itself as the biggest conference in the sector in Mozambique in 2023, RENMOZ 2025 will be the meeting point for the main national and international stakeholders and experts in the Mozambican renewable energy market. This event will share the latest developments and investment opportunities in the sector.

In the wake of COP29, where a new climate finance agreement is expected, RENMOZ 2025 will emphasize the implementation and financing of the Energy Transition Strategy, approved last year by the Mozambican government.
In addition, the 4th edition of the "Briefing: Renewables in Mozambique 2024" will be launched, a key document for analyzing the sector's evolution, used by both the government and the private sector. Using complementary graphic information, the briefing brings together the most relevant data from the various market segments in Mozambique.

The next edition of RENMOZ will have more participants, a larger exhibition area and will reinforce the pitching sessions dedicated to attracting investment.
This conference is organized by ALER in partnership with the Mozambican Association of Renewable Energies (AMER) and with the support of GET.invest Mozambique (funded by the European Union and Germany and is part of the European program GET.invest), Sweden and AECF.

Namibia International Energy Conference 2025 - Windhoek
2025-04-23 - 2025-04-25 | Windhoek Country Club Resort, B1 Western Byp, Windhoek, Namibia
The Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) is Namibia’s premier and highly anticipated energy event. The 7th edition of this distinguished conference is set to take place from 23–25 April 2025 at the Windhoek Country Club Resort, Windhoek, Namibia. With the theme ‘Leading The Way: Becoming An Energy Hub with In-Country Value,’ the event will bring together government decision-makers, industry leaders, investors, and the business community to drive industry growth as well as to focus on the key milestones and strategic moves toward establishing Namibia as a leading energy hub.

All On D.A.R.E.S workshop Nigeria
2025-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 (Africa/Lagos) | virtual
All On, in collaboration with the Rural Electrification Agency of Nigeria (REA), is excited to host a Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) Developer Forum on April 23rd in Abuja.
This forum will provide participants with insights into The World Bank’s Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up (DARES) Project —including details on the application process, funding requirements, and technical preparedness.
All On is actively evaluating financing opportunities in support of developers deploying energy access projects under the DARES project.
If you’re a DRE developer or stakeholder in Nigeria’s renewable energy ecosystem, this is a must-attend event to better position your projects for scale and support.

AECE2-ESMAP webinar on Energy for Jobs
2025-05-07 15:00 - 16:30 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
Join this webinar hosted by the World Bank’s Kenya Country Office and ESMAP on opportunities for creation of sustainable jobs in Eastern and Southern Africa (AFE) . They will explore the opportunities and challenges in accelerating access to energy, expanding economic opportunities and creating sustainable jobs in the agriculture and livestock sectors.

This webinar brings together agriculture and energy practitioners to explore how to unlock transformation in the Agri-food systems. Agriculture accounts for 56 percent of total employment in Eastern and Southern Africa (AFE). Improving productivity in agriculture, livestock, and fisheries, and supporting approaches that allow smallholder farmers, livestock producers, and fish producers to move up the value chains is critical. However, the lack of reliable energy access in these rural areas presents a major barrier to economic activity and job creation, and to the expansion of benefits to smallholder farmers. In these rural areas, accelerated access to energy needed to achieve economic growth and job creation can only happen through distributed renewable energy (DRE) solutions, such as solar home systems, micro-grids, and mini-grids.
During this webinar, you will learn firsthand from practitioners about distributed renewable energy (DRE) solutions, how DRE facilitates higher productivity in agriculture and livestock value chains, and how it enables sustainable job creation. We will hear about experiences to accelerate the expansion of access to energy in AFE, South Asia and beyond. We will discuss what has worked, what has not, and how successful approaches can be replicated and scaled up.
The event will be chaired by Qimiao Fan, Division Director for Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, and Uganda at the World Bank. The presentation will be given by Dana Rysankova, Lead Energy Specialist at the World Bank. Closing remarks will be delivered by Fanny Missfeldt-Ringius, Practice Manager at ESMAP, World Bank. The panelists include:
- Kasozí Tondo James, Principal Engineer at the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Uganda
- Amanullah Alamzai, Senior Agriculture Economist at the World Bank
- Bas Hetterschied, Manager Partnerships at Wageningen University & Research (WUR)

Africa Energies Summit - London
2025-05-13 - 2025-05-15
The Africa Energies Summit brings together Africa’s energy industry for a unique event shaped for companies active across the Continent and provides unrivalled insight into the world’s fast changing energy landscape. Join us to connect, collaborate and get deals done!

Webinar: Falling behind - What happens when customers default?
2025-05-13 16:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
With support from Good Energies Foundation, 60dB is excited to run a webinar digging into the insights of their latest report: Falling Behind: Defaulted Customers. With insights from interviews with 1,400+ customers across 5 countries, they'll explore what life looks like for off-grid energy customers who have defaulted and had their energy product locked, repossessed, or returned – plus what companies can do to reduce this risk and its consequences. They'll cover insights on contract comprehension, customer service, repossession processes, and what happens to customers’ energy access after they lose access in this manner. Join for a discussion with different sector stakeholders on what it all means, with plenty of time for Q&A too.

Webinar: Building gender-inclusive PURE business models
2025-05-14 13:00 - 14:30 (Africa/Johannesburg) | virtual
Women are essential yet often invisible drivers of economic activity across developing regions, comprising 40% of the global agricultural workforce and 58% of Africa's self-employed population. Despite their significant contributions, women face persistent barriers in accessing and benefiting from Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) technologies.
Join GOGLA for an insightful webinar to discover how innovative companies are transforming their business models to better serve women's energy needs while building sustainable businesses.
In this webinar, you'll understand why women represent only one-third of PURE technology end-users despite their economic significance, along with the transformative impact when this gap is addressed. We'll explore how customer personas serve as powerful tools for developing gender-smart business models by mapping women's unique needs, constraints, and aspirations across different segments—from subsistence farmers to growth-oriented entrepreneurs. This user-centered approach helps companies identify critical pain points and opportunities throughout the customer journey, informing everything from product design to marketing strategies and support services.
Drawing on existing literature and real-world examples of gender-smart approaches that work, including Oorja's "Farming as a Service" and Agsol's women-friendly solar mills designed for lightweight operation and small batch processing, this webinar will present a framework for creating gender-smart businesses across the entire customer journey. The speakers will also discuss ecosystem support by exploring policy recommendations and partnerships needed to scale these approaches.This webinar offers practical insights for anyone interested in closing the gender gap in energy access while tapping into a significant underserved market.

Speakers

Nisha Singh
Senior Gender and Financial Inclusion Specialist·Distill Inclusion

Willeke Westra
Partnerships Manager·Agsol

Sejal Agarwal
Impact Manager·Oorja Solutions

Brenda Marbaniang
Policy Manager·GOGLA

Webinar: Pre-launch of the UNIDO PURE Growth Fund
2025-05-14 15:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Vienna) | virtual
Energy powers every link of the agri-food value chain — from irrigation and harvesting to processing, storage and transport. By accelerating the Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) across these multiple value chains, we can transform food systems in the Global South, unlocking low-emission development pathways, improving livelihoods, increasing incomes and building resilience to the impacts climate change.
To drive this transformation, the PURE Growth Fund will launch in Tanzania in May 2025. The fund will support clean energy SMEs and agribusinesses to scale up through a multi-dimensional approach combining incentive capital, technical assistance and fostering an enabling environment for PURE technologies to achieve greater integration within food systems.
We invite you to join REEEP and guest speakers from GOGLA and the Tanzania Horticulture Association (TAHA) for our pre-launch Webinar featuring:

an overview of the PURE Growth Fund and Q&A
insight on how expanding renewable energy in agriculture can strengthen agri-food value chains and benefit local populations
the need for programmes and initiatives at the energy-agriculture nexus to support SMEs to foster sustainable market development

Enlit Africa - Cape Town
2025-05-20 - 2025-05-22 | CTICC, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Vuka is excited to announce that Enlit Africa will be back with inspiring content, cutting-edge exhibits, powerful networking, specialty events, business matchmaking, & knowledge hubs, covering:

Power Generation, Transmission, & Distribution
Metering
Digitalisation
Powering Industry
Water Security
Solar and Storage
Finance and Investment & Much More!

Renewable Energy Week 2025 (REW2025) - Dar-es-Salaam
2025-05-26 - 2025-05-29 | Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC), 11101 Shaaban Robert St, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
The Renewable Energy Week 2025 (REW2025) is a premier platform designed to accelerate Tanzania’s transition to a sustainable and energy-efficient future. Organized by the Tanzania Renewable Energy Association (TAREA), this event convenes industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and stakeholders to exchange groundbreaking ideas, forge strategic partnerships, and showcase cutting-edge renewable energy solutions. REW2025 presents an unparalleled opportunity to explore the transformative power of renewable energy in shaping a resilient and inclusive economy.

With a focus on innovation, policy dialogue, and market-driven solutions, this event will offer an engaging experience through a diverse range of activities, including site visits, expert-led discussions, interactive exhibitions, and high-impact networking sessions.
