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Enlit Africa: Shedding light
Enlit Africa: Shedding light
4th May 2023

May is National Energy Month and, from 16 - 18 May at Cape Town’s International Conference Centre, speakers at the Enlit Africa conference will ignite conversations between delegates, as innovators... 


More then just the energy transition… Enlit Africa launches 2023 programme
27th January 2023

Enlit Africa (formerly known as African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa) proudly presents its 2023 programme, which will run from 16 to 18 May at the CTICC in Cape Town.  Enlit Africa 2023 returns... 


Enlit Africa is back
27th May 2022

Enlit Africa returns to Cape Town as a live conference and exhibition from June 7 to 9 this year, focusing on the current opportunities and challenges in the energy sector – from self-generation... 


Enlit Africa (formerly African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa) introduces industry's finest to discuss Africa's energy transition – no one to be left behind
9th May 2022

According to Eskom chief executive, Andre de Ruyter, “we will face generation constraints going forward. We have therefore welcomed the latest announcement from the Department of Energy to procure... 


Dark continent? Enlit Africa and industry leaders showcase power and energy industry development and challenge perceptions
9th May 2022

On the face of it, the power sector in Africa seems to be in trouble. Reports of outages and cable theft and general tales of woe abound on any newspaper page, creating the impression that the... 


Energy transition for Africa cannot follow similar trajectory to that of Europe
9th February 2022

Enlit Africa returns to Cape Town as a live conference and exhibition from 7–9 June this year, focusing on the current opportunities and challenges in the energy sector – from self-generation for... 


The compelling case for energy storage if Africa is to achieve net zero in carbon emissions 
9th February 2022

"The developments in energy storage will make a massive difference to the efforts to achieve net zero in carbon emissions over the next period,” says Jo Dean, board member and spokesperson for the... 


The compelling case for energy storage if Africa is to achieve net zero in carbon emissions
13th January 2022

"The developments in energy storage will make a massive difference to the efforts to achieve net zero in carbon emissions over the next period,” says Jo Dean, board member and spokesperson for the... 


Enlit Africa to return in June with focus on 5Ds as industry prepares for energy transition
13th May 2021

Enlit Africa will kickstart its return on 8 June with a visionary discussion on the “5Ds of the energy transition”, namely: decarbonisation, decentralisation, democratisation, digitalisation and... 


Enlit Africa to return in June with focus on 5Ds as industry prepares for energy transition
4th May 2021

Enlit Africa will kickstart its return on 8 June with a visionary discussion on the “5Ds of the energy transition”, namely: decarbonisation, decentralisation, democratisation, digitalisation and... 


African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa announces new brand and vision: Enlit Africa, after 20 years
25th November 2020

African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa, for some two decades the flagship power, energy and water event on the continent, has unveiled its new name, identity and vision, Enlit Africa, during the... 


TOP GENERATING
The Haliade-X prototype has been optimised and is now operating at a 13 MW power output
Wind turbine prototype gives impressive results
20th November 2020

Energy solutions company GE Renewable Energy – which will be exhibiting at African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa 2020 – announced last month that its Haliade-X prototype, the world’s most... 


ENERGY EVENT
The potential for hydropower in Africa is staggering
Africa’s ‘staggering’ hydropower potential discussed at event
20th November 2020

Hydropower plays a key role in all of the African Development Bank's (AfDB’s) High Five priority areas that are intended to support the continent's achievement of the United Nation’s Sustainable... 


POWER AGENDA
Amid the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the energy sector in Africa, the organisers of the Digital Energy Festival seek to address critical issues
Joint agenda for energy events
20th November 2020

Private sector participation in the energy sector, small-scale hydro and minigrid opportunities, desalination as an option to secure water security and helping sustainable small and medium-sized... 


For utilities in West Africa to survive…
For utilities in West Africa to survive…
28th October 2020

With the implementation of the Meters Asset Providers (MAP) programme, DISCOs have seen an improvement in metering and revenue management. However, if revenue collection from electricity sales... 


GreenCape joins forces with African Utility Week on latest reports on green economy investment opportunities
18th June 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

“GreenCape Market Intelligence Reports widely consulted resources”   Leading green economy sector development agency GreenCape is joining forces with the long-running power and energy event... 


Policy, people-centred approaches vital to energy development in a post-Covid-19 world
12th May 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Energy experts during a PowerGen Africa hosted webinar on May 12 agreed that Covid-19 presents an opportunity for policy renewal and structural reforms in the energy sector. The webinar forms... 


Best time ever for private sector participation in energy projects
11th May 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With many African governments’ debt levels and servicing costs growing and economies taking hits from plummeting oil and mineral commodity prices, it will become increasingly necessary for private... 


African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa goes virtual in May
16th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Free online event will feature world-class speakers, insightful programme, matchmaking The organisers of African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa have announced that a free, virtual conference will... 


FRENCH PAVILION INTERVIEW: “France and South Africa have enjoyed strong and fruitful partnerships in the energy and water sectors”
31st March 2020

Exclusive interview with Stéfane LENY, Senior Trade Adviser - Energy & Environment, Industry & Cleantech Department, BUSINESS FRANCE – French Embassy Trade Commission. Business France is the host... 


FUTURE CITIES INTERVIEW: “The big take-outs from Covid 19 seem to be the imperative of data and the importance of interaction between national and local government”
31st March 2020

Exclusive interview with Anton Cartwright, a researcher at the African Centre for Cities and a featured speaker in the Future Cities track at African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa in Cape Town... 


WORLD WATER DAY: why small scale hydro is becoming big business!
19th March 2020

Strong water and hydro focus at African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa This year’s theme for World Water Day on 22 March is “Water and Climate Change”, exploring how the resource and the global... 


Calling all energy sector technology disruptors and start-ups to African Utility Week’s Initiate! forum Celebrating 2020 by introducing 20 SMMEs @ 20th edition
28th February 2020

“Initiate! has proven to be a powerful platform for new talent and innovation in the power and energy sector and this year’s edition in Cape Town in May during African Utility Week and POWERGEN... 


Spintelligent announces rebrand to Clarion Events
31st October 2019

Spintelligent Pty (Ltd) the multi-award-winning, integrated live events and media business operating from Cape Town, South Africa, is excited to announce a milestone in its evolution. Spintelligent... 


SAAMA Conference – making history by focusing on the future
6th June 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Southern African Asset Management Association (SAAMA) hosted its sixth physical asset management conference from the 14th to the 16th of May 2019 at Spier Wine Farm, Stellenbosch. The... 


Delegates from Brazil attended the African Utility Week in South Africa
Brazilians score following African Utility Week
28th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

Brazilian companies are expected to generate business of $5.3-million over the next year as a result of the recent African Utility Week and PowerGEN Africa conference and exhibition. The Brazilian... 


Pioneering system holds huge potential for microgrids
23rd May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

A sharper focus on renewable energy has led to increased opportunities for microgrids in rural areas, industrial and commercial parks and residential developments in African countries. “Technology... 


Nordic countries strengthen partnerships with sub-Saharan Africa
17th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

The Nordic countries of Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden are strengthening their partnerships with sub-Saharan African countries to increase green electrification and water security. The four... 


Greenpeace welcomes move to license SSEG projects
17th May 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

Greenpeace Africa political adviser Happy Khambule says rooftop solar is a “no-brainer” and has welcomed the move by Energy Minister Jeff Radebe “to finally make sure that the country can go ahead... 


Pioneers and projects that shone at African Power, Energy & Water Industry Awards
17th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

A dynamic South African leader in renewable energy, a former influential government minister in Ethiopia, the Ghana Grid Company and a range of renewable energy projects were among the winners at... 


PPPs could help ailing municipal water sector, suggests NBI
16th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

A series of public–private partnerships with municipalities could help ailing local water and sanitation departments (WSDs), many of which face challenges ranging from deteriorating infrastructure... 


Eaton acquires controlling interest in Turkish company
16th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

Power management company Eaton has acquired a controlling interest in Ulusoy Elektrik, a manufacturer of medium-voltage electrical equipment based in Ankara, Turkey. The acquisition will help Eaton... 


Power Africa moves towards its goal of bringing more energy to the continent
16th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

Power Africa, which was launched by former US President Barack Obama six years ago, is working towards its target of providing energy access to an additional 60-million new homes and businesses and... 


Mozambique power utility begins the long process of recovery following cyclones
15th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

Mozambique’s energy sector is trying to get back on track following the devastation wreaked on its power system by Cyclone Idai in March and cyclone Kenneth in April.   Electricity Company of... 


Coca-Cola outlines its work on replenishing water in Africa
15th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

Multinational beverage company Coca-Cola has outlined its efforts to replenish the water it uses through partnerships and projects across communities in Africa. “The company has made significant... 


Swedish Foreign Minister outlines goal to be 100% reliant on renewables
14th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

The Nordic countries have brought their renewable energy expertise to South Africa for African Utility Week and shown how serious they are about reducing carbon emissions. Sweden’s State Secretary... 


Eskom CEO Phakamani Hadebe
Finding fossil fuel investors is becoming harder, says Hadebe
14th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

With a crackdown on carbon emissions, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find investors that support fossil fuels, says Eskom CEO Phakamani Hadebe. “The truth is, how will we fund fossil... 


Energy Minister Jeff Radebe
Release of updated IRP imminent, says Radebe, as he allays coal producers' fears
14th May 2019 By: Kim Cloete

Energy Minister Jeff Radebe has promised that the update of the Integrated Resource Plan, which reflects the government’s policy blueprint for the power sector, will be concluded "very shortly". He... 


Energy Minister Jeff Radebe
Release of IRP 'imminent' – Energy Minister
14th May 2019 By: African News Agency

South Africa's Integrated Resource Plan, which will set out South Africa's future energy mix, would be "concluded imminently", Energy Minister Jeff Radebe said on Tuesday. Speaking at African... 


INITIATE INTERVIEW: “We want to be a part of ‘EmPOWERing Africa’. Training, coaching and mentoring of the youth is critical to the success of our future economy”
14th May 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Exclusive interview with Shane Pereira, Business Development Executive at Lesedi Nuclear Services, sponsors of the Initiate! Impact Challenge that is taking place at African Utility Week and... 


Coca-Cola Africa partners with African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa to rethink corporate water stewardship
13th May 2019

Coca-Cola Africa is partnering with African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa between 14 –16 May at the Cape Town International Convention Centre to gather critical inputs and insights from leaders... 


Energy expert Ted Blom confirmed for African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa: “Open the grid before Eskom finally collapses”
13th May 2019

Mother City to welcome 10 000+ power and water experts   Independent energy expert Ted Blom, who has just been confirmed as a featured speaker for the upcoming African Utility Week and POWERGEN... 


Eaton powers up 2019 African Utility Week
13th May 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Eaton Africa will be highlighting how it enables the drive to provide reliable and sustainable electricity access for all during the upcoming African Utility Week Conference, taking place from 14... 


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