Enlit Africa 2025 is set to be a key event for energy stakeholders, gathering financiers, developers, owners, EPCs, utilities and policymakers at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from May 20-22 this year.
Attendees from leading companies such as GE Vernova, Siemens, Hatch, Juwi Renewable Energies, SOLINK and Rubicon will explore the future of energy investment across Africa.
One of the standout features of this year’s programme is the Project & Investment Network sponsored by GE Vernova and Standard Bank. This segment, which can be booked separately, will foster collaboration among financiers, investors, developers, OEMs and regulators with deep dives and interactive masterclasses, spotlighting active and completed projects seeking investment or expertise. One session will explore the Mission 300 initiative, which aims to connect 300 million Africans to electricity by 2030 through a US$348 billion commitment from global financial institutions.
The Strategise Stage will also place emphasis on finance with a session dedicated to innovative public-private partnerships energising Africa’s power sector. This panel will examine how these collaborations can de-risk projects and attract private capital – a trend gaining traction across the continent. During one of the sessions on climate finance, attendees will unpack how renewable energy projects can leverage green bonds, blended finance and international cooperation, reflecting the growing global push for sustainable investment amid tightening climate regulations.
The Renewable Energy & Storage Hub, free to all attendees, will consider financing challenges head-on with a session on innovative mechanisms for clean energy. From crowdfunding and community investment models to the development of green bond markets, this discussion will address the financial barriers holding renewable growth back.
The co-located Water Security Africa event will further enrich the finance conversation with roundtables on desalination initiatives and water-intensive industry strategies, underscoring the interconnectedness of water and energy investments. Featured companies in attendance will include Illovo Sugar Africa, Tiger Brands, AB InBev, Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, Conlog and more.
