CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA – The Green Energy Africa Summit (GEAS) has officially announced its highly anticipated lineup of forums and key partners for the upcoming summit, set to take place in Cape Town, South Africa on October 10-11, 2023.
With the theme “Unlocking Africa’s Sustainable Energy Potential,” GEAS aims to create unparalleled opportunities for leaders in the energy, finance, and social development sectors across the continent. The two-day program will facilitate crucial discussions, foster connections with international investors, and explore sustainable solutions to Africa’s energy needs, while promoting a just transition to a green economy.
The comprehensive agenda includes a diverse range of discussions within dedicated content streams, such as the Energy Strategy Forums, Green Energy Forums, and Green Finance Forums. The detailed GEA 2023 agenda can be found on their website.
Paul Sinclair, VP of Energy and Director of Government Relations for Africa Oil Week & Green Energy Africa Summit, expressed his excitement about the summit, stating, “This year’s agenda will once again set the stage for profiling innovative projects and stimulating new energy transactions across the African Energy industry. The GEA Summit will continue to bring together governments, national regulators and utility companies, independent power providers, investors, financial institutions, technology, and service providers to drive global investment into African energy projects.”
In addition to the plenary agenda, the summit is proud to welcome esteemed industry partners who are shaping Africa’s energy landscape.
Energy Council South Africa, as the unified voice of business for the energy sector in the country, brings together key public and private sector entities, professional associations, and financial institutions that actively participate in South Africa’s energy industry. Its purpose is to promote a thriving and sustainable energy sector that supports inclusive economic growth.
The Banking Association of South Africa (BASA), an industry association representing domestic and international banks licensed to operate in the country, advocates for its members’ interests. BASA strives to ensure that banks can provide financial services that support inclusive economic growth, good governance, and environmental and social sustainability in South Africa.
The African Forum for Utility Regulators (AFUR) focuses on the regulation of energy, telecommunications, transport, water, and sanitation industries. AFUR plays a vital role in the integration and revitalization of Africa, aligning with the African Union and the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD). Its vision and objectives stem from the NEPAD Framework Document, which recognizes the establishment of the African Forum for Utility Regulation and regional regulatory associations.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Energy Council South Africa, BASA, and AFUR as partners of GEAS 2023, and we express our heartfelt gratitude for their support,” said Sinclair.
Organized by Hyve Group Plc., the Green Energy Africa Summit serves as a crucial platform for global connections within the African Energy sector. Interested individuals can register their interest on the event’s website. By attending the Green Energy Africa Summit, participants will actively contribute to finding sustainable solutions and engage with industry leaders who are charting the way towards a clean and sustainable energy transition for Africa.