2026
Free Exhibition Workshops
Energy Hub Schedule
Janeth Mesomapya
Public Relations Officer
Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA)
DATE: Tuesday, 3 March 2026
TIME: 10h30 – 11h00
TOPIC: Communicating Energy Regulation in Africa: Building Trust Between Regulators, Industry, and Consumers
DESCRIPTION:
This presentation explores how strategic communication can strengthen trust between regulators, industry, and consumers in Africa’s energy sector. It highlights communication as a regulatory tool for improving transparency, reducing misinformation, and fostering collaboration to support inclusive and sustainable energy development across the continent.
Thato Matsafu
Managing Partner
Matsafu Capital
DATE: Wednesday, 4 March 2026
TIME: 12h00 – 12h30
TOPIC: Early-Stage Cleantech Opportunities in Southern Africa: Preparing Startups for Investment
DESCRIPTION:
This session explores the growing cleantech ecosystem in Southern Africa and the steps early-stage startups can take to attract investment. Thato Matsafu, Managing Partner at Matsafu Capital, shares insights on funding strategies, common pitfalls, and how founders can position their ventures for growth, sustainability impact, and investor readiness.
Aggrey Ashaba
Chairman Governing Council Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals
DATE: Wednesday, 4 March 2026
TIME: 11h15 – 11h45
TOPIC: Fostering Joint Ventures, Technology Transfer, and Innovative Financing for Sustainable Energy Development
DESCRIPTION:
Fostering Joint Ventures, Technology Transfer, and Innovative Financing for Sustainable Energy Development.
Dr Ken Giami
Founder│CEO│African Leadership Magazine
African Leadership Organization UK Limited
DATE: Wednesday, 4 March 2026
TIME: 12h45 – 13h15
TOPIC: Rethinking Local Content, Community Development, and Regional Cooperation Across African Mining Hubs
DESCRIPTION:
Africa’s mining hubs hold immense potential for shared prosperity. This session examines how smarter local content policies, community-centered development, and stronger regional cooperation can unlock inclusive growth. It highlights pathways for governments, industry, and communities to co-create sustainable value and strengthen Africa’s leadership in the global mining landscape.
Solange dos Santos
CEO
Angolan Business Beyond Borders (ABBB)
DATE: Thursday, 5 March 2026
TIME: 11h15 – 11h45
TOPIC: Angola as a Strategic Energy & Investment Gateway to Southern and Central Africa
DESCRIPTION:
Angola as a Strategic Energy & Investment Gateway to Southern and Central Africa.
