Navigating Africa's Energy Transition & Digital Transformation: An Economic Perspective
Harnessing Economic Opportunities and Addressing Challenges in Africa’s Energy Landscape
Join us for this 2nd discussion on the economic factors driving Africa’s energy transition. This webinar will explore the financial implications, investment opportunities, and policy frameworks shaping the continent’s energy future.
Session One:
Natural Gas and Energy Efficiency in the Transition
Session Two:
Digital Energy: Powering a Connected Africa
Session Three
COP29 and African Economies: Impacts and Implications
As Africa charts its course towards a cleaner energy future, the roles of natural gas and energy efficiency are central to the conversation. This ICWS African Chapter panel will delve into these crucial topics, examining their potential to support sustainable development across the continent while ensuring reliable energy access.
The future of energy in Africa is digital. This panel discussion will explore the transformative potential of these technologies and their role in building a more connected and prosperous continent.
The decisions made at COP29 may shape the economic landscape of Africa. Our panelists will discuss the opportunities and challenges presented by these outcomes and explore pathways to a prosperous and sustainable future.
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Sheilah, Innovation-Driven Market (IDM) Director at the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) she is a Kenyan ecosystem builder, innovation strategist, and startup coach. With 14+ years in African entrepreneurship and technology, she previously led IUK KTN Global Alliance Africa and was part-time MD of Founder's Institute Nairobi. Sheilah has mentored 1000+ entrepreneurs, executed numerous startup programs, and spoken at 100+ global conferences. She holds MBAs in Global Business & Sustainability and a Master's in Management.
Sheilah Birgen
Innovation-Driven Market (IDM) Director at the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO)
Sheilah, Innovation-Driven Market (IDM) Director at the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) she is a Kenyan ecosystem builder, innovation strategist, and startup coach. With 14+ years in African entrepreneurship and technology, she previously led IUK KTN Global Alliance Africa and was part-time MD of Founder's Institute Nairobi. Sheilah has mentored 1000+ entrepreneurs, executed numerous startup programs, and spoken at 100+ global conferences. She holds MBAs in Global Business & Sustainability and a Master's in Management.
Garikai leads Co-Develop's strategic communications and stakeholder engagement. A communications and stakeholder management expert with experience in 39 African countries, he joins from Smart Africa where he managed communications, private sector partnerships, and public sector relations, including high-level engagement with African Heads of State, the World Bank, ITU, and GSMA. Garikai holds an MBA, a post-graduate diploma in Public Administration, and a BSc in Psychology.
Garikai Nhongo
Sr. Communication Manager, Co-Develop fund
Garikai leads Co-Develop's strategic communications and stakeholder engagement. A communications and stakeholder management expert with experience in 39 African countries, he joins from Smart Africa where he managed communications, private sector partnerships, and public sector relations, including high-level engagement with African Heads of State, the World Bank, ITU, and GSMA. Garikai holds an MBA, a post-graduate diploma in Public Administration, and a BSc in Psychology.
Amel is an international expert in climate and sustainable energy, climate finance, and sustainable development. A coordinator and key expert for EU/UN/MDB programs, she brings over 20 years of leadership experience across Africa, Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Arab World. Amel is a pioneering aerospace engineering graduate (ITC, University of Twente) and holds affiliations with engineering councils and universities in Tunisia and Italy, including the CMU and EAMC / Women Engineers.
AMEL MAKHLOUF
UN/EU/AfDB Climate, Climate finance Sustainable development Expert
Amel is an international expert in climate and sustainable energy, climate finance, and sustainable development. A coordinator and key expert for EU/UN/MDB programs, she brings over 20 years of leadership experience across Africa, Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Arab World. Amel is a pioneering aerospace engineering graduate (ITC, University of Twente) and holds affiliations with engineering councils and universities in Tunisia and Italy, including the CMU and EAMC / Women Engineers.
ICWS HOST
Salima H. Steven is the founder of Event One Solutions International, she holds an agronomy and crop science diploma and is a trilingual event producer, marketer, and communicator with twenty years of experience. Over 50 global events focusing on energy, environment, water, smart cities, and climate change have been organized and produced from small to large in North Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Salima has over seven years of experience managing communication for a non-profit association of very large power grid operators (GO15).
SALIMA HEBBACHE STEVEN
EVENTONE FOUNDER & ICWS COMMISSIONER
Salima H. Steven is the founder of Event One Solutions International, she holds an agronomy and crop science diploma and is a trilingual event producer, marketer, and communicator with twenty years of experience. Over 50 global events focusing on energy, environment, water, smart cities, and climate change have been organized and produced from small to large in North Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Salima has over seven years of experience managing communication for a non-profit association of very large power grid operators (GO15).
