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20 - 22 May 2025 CTICC, Cape Town, South AfricaAfrica’s Leading End-to-End Power, Energy and Water Conference & Expo

Join Enlit and explore the future of the industry.

  • 250+ exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions
  • Exclusive investment opportunities at the Project Investment Network
  • Inspiring content across our Strategise, Innovate, Renewable Energy & Storage, and Knowledge Hub stages
  • Powerful networking & matchmaking with key decision-makers
  • Dedicated forums including the Municipal Forum and African Utility CEO Forum
  • Co-located events: Water Security Africa & more

Be part of the conversation shaping Africa’s energy future.

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Event featuresBe part of Africa's leading power and energy showcase

With a focus on Africa’s changing power and energy landscape, this conference and exhibition is a must-attend for any business professional looking to stay ahead of the curve, enabling resilience and sustainability

Inspiring conference speakers

Be inspired by the lineup of expert speakers who will share their knowledge and insights on the latest industry trends, challenges and opportunities.

  • Commercial and industrial power and water security
  • Wheeling frameworks and PPAs
  • Understanding climate finance and it can be leveraged to support renewable energy projects in Africa
  • Integration of battery energy storage systems
  • Addressing grid constraints and the integration of renewable energy
  • Decoding South Africa's evolving energy landscape

Cutting-edge exhibits

Explore a world of innovation and discovery brought to you by our world class exhibitors. Discover the products and services that are changing the game in your industry.

  • Investigate state-of-the-art technologies from 250+ leading manufacturers and service suppliers including: Actom, Conlog, GE, Landis+Gyr, Lucy Electric, Megger, Siemens and many more
  • International pavilions from Belgium, China, France, Germany, India, Taiwan, USA
  • Products & services that will change your business
  • Utilise the opportunity to learn directly from product developers and manufacturers
  • Make valuable connections with attendees and exhibitors

Powerful networking

Meet and connect with like-minded professionals. With networking opportunities galore, you'll build valuable relationships that will last long after the conference is over.

  • Identify specific opportunities through in-person discussions with potential clients, partners and suppliers
  • One-on-one conversations allow for personal engagement, leading to stronger, more meaningful professional relationships.
  • Expand your horizons and access a wider network of industry experts and opportunities

Co-located events

Co-located alongside the main conference are a number of targeted programmed. These provide a unique opportunity to connect with niche individuals and companies within your sector. They include:

Matchmaking

Utilising our matchmaking platforms, delegates, sponsors, exhibitors and speakers have the opportunity to connect with solution providers, exploring solutions to their challenges and opening doors to new prospects.

  • Identify the key stakeholders you want to meet
  • Set up your meetings in the dedicated networking lounge
  • Available to all delegates, sponsors, exhibitors and speakers

Knowledge hubs and free content

The Knowledge hubs gives you the opportunity to gain practical, technical insight from OEMs and industry specialists on a wide range of engineering-related topics. Ranging from traditional generation, transmission and distribution, to unpacking the role of renewable energy and BESS, we’ve got you covered.

  • Situated on the expo floor and open to all attendees
  • CPD accredited
  • Solution focused, practical content: Modernisation and digitalisation technologies; Optimising plant operation and asset maintenance; Implementation of smart technologies
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2025 Advisory BoardA conference built by industry experts

The conference is designed by leading figures and industry experts to deliver exceptional insights and generate opportunities for all attendees to work together.

“As Actom, we really like coming to Enlit Africa, especially this year. We are happy we get the opportunity to increase our brand awareness but also to introduce our products and services to the new market and this has always been a highlight of some of our marketing initiatives and we will continue to do this in the future.”

Mamiki Matlawa Group Business Development Executive, Actom

“Overall, the event was well organized and the right speakers were given the platform to share knowledge and expertise with the energy sector as a whole. Big-ups and looking forward to the next event, bravo!”

Victor Khuboni Programme Manager Special technology projects, Eskom Distribution

"Enlit Africa 2024 demonstrated the collaboration and unity that increasingly exists between the public and private sector. It is an important platform to grow and foster relationships for the benefit of our continent."

Michael Pienaar Sustainable Infrastructure Development Specialist, Atlantis Special Economic Zone for Green Technologies

“It’s inspiring to see solutions for a renewable future at Enlit Africa.“

Mathew Streatfield
Energy Efficiency Consultant
Here Today

Who Attends Enlit Africa?The energy ecosystem attending the conference

Enlit Africa connects people and organisations to information and each other with an objective to create opportunity. Whether you are a commercial or industrial facility looking to source an off-grid power solution, a utility procuring service parts or a start-up project chasing funding, Enlit Africa's eco-system of power & energy professionals across the expo floor and conference rooms will spark ideas to generate solutions.

Industry Verticals

Alternative Energy
Renewable Energy
Traditional Generation
Energy Efficiency
Energy Storage
Energy Trading
Metering
Mini Grid
Smart City
Smart Grid
Distribution
Mobility
Transmission
Business & Consulting
CRM / CSM / CMS
Legal & Insurance
Policy & Regulation
Universities / Colleges
Water & Waste
EPC’s
Health & Safety
Finance and Investment
IT/ICT

Attendee Profiles

Government
Regulators
Municipalities
Utilities
Commercial & Industrial Facilities / Large Power Users
Associations
Academics
Media
Solution Providers
Manufacturers & OEMS
Distributors & Agents
Installers
Project Developers
IPPs
Consultants
















Sponsor and exhibit at Enlit AfricaMaximise your exposure: exhibit or sponsor

By showcasing your brand, you're creating a powerful presence in front of your target audience, establishing your business as a market leader, and opening up opportunities for valuable conversations with key decision-makers.

Increase your brand visibility

Gain maximum exposure for your brand and connect with potential customers, partners, and industry leaders. Showcase your latest products and services, generate leads and sales opportunities and establish yourself as a technology leader and innovator.

  • Showcase and build your brand with industry leaders
  • Discuss speaking options with our team
  • Amplify your media strategy through our bespoke channels
  • Make the most of the networking opportunities
  • Utilise our matchmaking options to meet with your target audience

Sponsor the conference

Sponsoring the event positions you as a market leader, providing premium brand exposure and thought leadership opportunities. Connect with key decision-makers and elevate your brand.

  • Unmatched opportunities for branding, networking and more
  • Open doors to new opportunities with local and foreign contacts
  • Gain special access to key industry leaders and officials

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Enlit Africa connecting peopleCreate powerful connections

Enlit is attended by the most influential companies, and key decision makers from the African energy sector. At Enlit Africa you will meet the people you most need to know – and those you didn’t realise you needed to know.

Enlit Africa will bring you face-to-face with the thought-leaders, innovators and disruptors in the energy sector, connecting you with generators, IPPs, utilities, grid operators, energy companies, retailers, manufacturers, regulators, government, plus commercial & industrial energy users.

Don’t be a bystander in the energy transition: be a participant.

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Watch Keynote's On DemandWatch the 2023 Keynotes

Enlit Africa recognises that physical presence is not always feasible, but that should not prevent you from taking advantage of the opportunity. You can participate in the conference virtually and engage with other attendees just as if you were present in person.

View Enlit Africa 2023 Digitally

Certain elements of the event were offered virtually. Attending the event virtually offered an experience that is comparable to being physically present. Attendees had the chance to gain invaluable industry knowledge, engage in conversations with other participants, and establish and fortify relationships that can lead to new opportunities.

  • Keynote speeches completely free
  • Speaker interviews and Q&A sessions
  • Unique perspectives from leading utility CEOs
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Who Attends Enlit Africa?The Energy Ecosystem Attending the Conference

Enlit Africa connects people and organisations to information and each other with an objective to create opportunity.
Whether you are a commercial or industrial facility looking to source an off-grid power solution, a utility procuring service parts or a start-up project chasing funding, Enlit Africa's eco-system of power & energy professionals across the expo floor and conference rooms will spark ideas to generate solutions.

Industry Verticals

Alternative Energy
Renewable Energy
Traditional Generation
Energy Efficiency
Energy Storage
Energy Trading
Metering
Mini Grid
Smart City
Smart Grid
Distribution
Mobility
Transmission
Business & Consulting
CRM / CSM / CMS
Legal & Insurance
Policy & Regulation
Universities / Colleges
Water & Waste
EPC’s
Health & Safety
Finance and Investment
IT/ICT

Attendee Profiles

Government
Regulators
Municipalities
Utilities
Commercial & Industrial Facilities / Large Power Users
Associations
Academics
Media
Solution Providers
Manufacturers & OEMS
Distributors & Agents
Installers
Project Developers
IPPs
Consultants
Start Ups
Tech Industries
Event Schedule

Your Guide to Enlit Africa

Plan your diary

Tuesday 21 May 2024

Keynote: Catalysing a sustainable transition
21 May 2024, 09:30
Auditorium 2
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Business Matchmaking
21 May 2024, 12:00-17:00
Standard Bank lounge
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Energy Council Networking Function
21 May 2024, 17:30
Announcement of World Energy Council: South Africa chapter
Lunch area, exhibition floor
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Standard Bank Dinner
21 May 2024, 18:30
Westin Hotel, Ballroom
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Wednesday 22 May 2024

Keynote: The factors determining success in decarbonisation
22 May 2024, 09:30
Auditorium 2
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Business Matchmaking
22 May 2024, 12:00-17:00
Standard Bank lounge
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Launch: UNDP Africa Green Business & Financing Flagship Report
22 May 2024, 12:00 - 13:30
Strelitzia Restaurant - by invitation only
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Actom Networking Function
22 May 2024, 18:30
Harrington’s
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Thursday 23 May 2024

Women in Energy
23 May 2024, 07:45
Strelitzia Restaurant
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Business Matchmaking
23 May 2024, 09:30-13:00
Standard Bank lounge
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Closing keynote: A crisis of confidence – rebuilding trust
23 May 2024, 14:30
Smart energy, T&D and beyond stage
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Stand awards
23 May 2024, 14:30
Smart energy, T&D & beyond stage
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