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28–29 October 2026 · The Maslow Hotel, Sandton

C&I Energy + Storage Summit 2026 programme

Two days. Four programmes.

C&I Energy + Storage, the EIUG Conference, the Data Centre Summit and Water Security Africa run side by side under one roof — move between them as freely as your business needs. Here is the shape of both days.

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C&I Energy + Storage

EIUG Conference

Water Security Africa

07:3009:30

Registration & welcome coffee

09:3010:15

All programmes Welcome · Ministerial keynote address · Keynote address 09:30 – 10:15

10:1511:30

Keynote panel · All programmes Threats and opportunities in South Africa's industrial future 10:15 – 11:30

11:3013:00

Lunch & networking

BOMA Village · Water Security Africa If Johannesburg lost water tomorrow… 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch & networking

13:0014:30

Projects Spotlight · C&I Strategies for delivery of cost certainty and energy security 13:00 – 14:30

EIUG Conference Electricity market reform 13:00 – 14:30

Executive Leadership Forum · Water Water security is now a boardroom issue 13:00 – 14:30

14:3015:15

Refresh and Connect

15:1517:30

Panel · C&I Energy storage beyond backup power: unlocking commercial value 15:15 – 17:15

Masterclass · EIUG Finance for transition 15:15 – 17:15

EIUG Conference Digitalisation and smart energy management 15:15 – 17:15

Water Security Africa From policy to implementation 15:15 – 16:15

C&I Leadership Forum · Water Water independence 16:15 – 17:00

Industry Spotlight · Water Designing water-resilient cities 17:00 – 17:30

17:30

All programmes A social pause: Connect networking function From 17:30

C&I Energy + Storage

EIUG Conference

Data Centre Summit

Water Security Africa

09:0011:00

C&I Energy + Storage Making public-private engagement work for you 09:30 – 11:00

EIUG Conference Industrialisation under threat? 09:30 – 11:00

Opening keynote · Data Centre AI digital backbone goldrush 09:10 – 10:00

Country spotlight · Data Centre South Africa 10:00 – 10:45

Case study · Data Centre Municipal blueprint vs. hyperscale growth 10:45 – 11:00

Water Security Africa Financing South Africa's water future 09:30 – 11:00

11:0011:30

Refresh and Connect

11:3012:30

Case study workshop · C&I Reducing energy costs without building new generation 11:30 – 12:30

Masterclass · EIUG Practical considerations for alternative power generation 11:30 – 12:30

EIUG Conference Grid security 11:30 – 12:30

Cross-sector panel · Data Centre The convergence economy 11:30 – 12:15

Digital Water Forum Smart water systems 11:30 – 12:30

12:3013:30

Lunch & networking

13:3014:30

C&I Energy + Storage Renewable energy integration for heavy industry 13:30 – 14:30

EIUG Conference Renewable energy integration for heavy industry 13:30 – 14:30

Power narrative · Data Centre Holistic challenges & the 24/7 grid 13:30 – 14:30

Industry Spotlight · Water Food, beverage & agriculture 13:30 – 14:30

14:3015:00

Refresh and Connect

Executive session · Data Centre Water talk: the hidden resource in digital infrastructure 14:30 – 15:00

Refresh and Connect

15:0017:00

Masterclass · C&I C&I decision clinic: ask the experts 15:00 – 16:30

Masterclass · EIUG Carbon taxes 15:00 – 16:30

Workshop · EIUG Unlocking green hydrogen in South Africa 15:00 – 16:30

Data Centre Summit Cooling frontiers: from air to liquid 15:30 – 16:00

Masterclass · Data Centre Data centre design for African realities 16:00 – 17:00

Masterclass · Data Centre Green energy advancements 16:00 – 17:00

Industry in Action · Water From wastewater to strategic asset 15:00 – 15:45

Industry Showcase · Water Industrial water leadership in action 15:45 – 16:30

16:30

All programmes A social pause: Connect networking function · Close of summit From 16:30

C&I Energy + Storage EIUG Conference Data Centre Summit Water Security Africa Shared plenary

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250+ C&I energy decision-makers

100+ Senior industry & market stakeholders

50+ Speakers with live project experience

2 Days of practical, buyer-led discussion

Who attends

Built for businesses that can't afford power uncertainty

Senior leaders from industrial and commercial energy and water users, actively evaluating energy strategies, projects and procurement, alongside the developers, financiers, regulators and system operators they need to meet.

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Manufacturing
Mining and resources
Data centres
Agriculture and agri-processing
Property and real estate
Retail and logistics
Energy developers and IPPs
Financial institutions and investors
Technology providers and EPCs
Government and regulators
Solid: energy and water users. Dashed: the partners they meet at the summit.

C&I Energy + Storage Summit2026 Speakers

Speaker

Andrew Taylor

Head of Trading & Co-Founder

NOA

Speaker

Benoît Le Roy

Co-Founder

South African Water Chamber NPC

Speaker

Charles Dos Santos

Managing Director

Air Products South Africa

Speaker

Francois Grove

Rehabilitation & Closed Mines Manager

Thungela Resources

Speaker

Dr Grove Steyn

Managing Director

Meridian Economics

Speaker

Dr Rebecca Masemurule

Programme Director: Green Hydrogen JET IP PMO

Industrial Development Corporation

Speaker

Dr Rethabile Melamu

Chief Executive Officer

South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA)

Speaker

Dr Tebogo Makube

Acting Deputy Director General

Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC)

Speaker

Eben de Vos

Head

Lyra Energy

Speaker

Ernst Muller

Director of Council

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Speaker

James Mackay

Chief Technology Officer

Energy Council of South Africa

Speaker

James Tang

President

Huawei Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa

Speaker

Karabo Mokgonyana

Energy Co-Lead

Power Shift Africa

Speaker

Liesel Kassier

Senior Business Development Manager

Lyra Energy

Speaker

Lubabalo Luyaba

Senior Water Specialist

World Bank

Speaker

Melusi Tshabalala

Founder & CEO

Mesama Energy

Speaker

Mmotlana Kgoadi

Partner

Webber Wentzel

Speaker

Molatelo Motau

Sustainability Projects Manager

HEINEKEN Beverages

Speaker

Nandha Govender

General Manager: Water and Environmental Operations

Eskom

Speaker

Nellis Bester

Chairperson

Ferro Alloy Producers Association (FAPA)

Speaker

Ncubeko April

Facilities Electrical Engineer

Isuzu Motors South Africa

Speaker

Nicky Louw

Chief Operations Officer

SCAW Metals

Speaker

Oscar Harbs

Solar and Storage Manager

WEG

Speaker

Philippa Rodseth

Executive Director

The Manufacturing Circle

Speaker

Pitso Sekhoto

Middle Manager – Substation Automation Integration

National Transmission Company Of South Africa

Speaker

Qhakazile Mathebula

Acting GM for Business Development

City Power

Speaker

Rivoningo Mnisi

Group Executive

Eskom Green

Speaker

Robbie Louw

Director

Promethium Carbon

Speaker

Rosalind Dos Santos

Head of Energy and Environment

Business Unity South Africa (BUSA)

Speaker

Prof Sampson Mamphweli

Head of Energy Secretariat

South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI)

Speaker

Silas Mulaudzi

Energy Specialist

SALGA

Speaker

Silindile Mtshali

Senior Freshwater Technical Specialist

WWF South Africa

Speaker

Solly Kgopong

Interim Chief Executive Officer

Fetakgomo Tubatse Special Economic Zone (FTSEZ)

Speaker

Thierry Kakese

Copperbelt and Central Africa Regional Manager

WEG

Speaker

Thihanedzwi Ratshibvumo

Environmental Manager

Gold Fields

Speaker

Willy Majola

Regulator Member

National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA)

Speaker

Dr Zakhele Khuzwayo

Senior Manager: Innovation & Technology

Johannesburg Water

"Three very productive days in Johannesburg, engaging with clients and participating in the C&I Energy + Storage Johannesburg!

It’s been a great opportunity to connect with key industrial and commercial offtakers, partners, and stakeholders in South Africa’s evolving energy landscape."

Santiago Cardona López ACCIONA Energía

"Great engagement and insightful conversations on Corporate C&I energy storage projects with our presenter and panelists, reflecting on lessons learnt and sharing valuable insights!"

Tshwanelo Rakaibe CSIR

"Thank you for a valuable conference. The conversations held in these forums are essential as we navigate the shifting dynamics of South Africa’s energy market...."

Ed Cameron Apollo Africa

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