Fostering the Next Generation of Innovators
Initiate spotlights next-gen talent, empowers start-ups, scale-ups and other entrepreneurs, and brings them together with established industry practitioners to help take the industry forward.
Launched in 2019, Initiate brings together innovators and disruptors, students, young professionals, corporate executives, public sector innovators and investors from around the world, with the aim of supporting the all-important innovation ecosystem and celebrating champions of entrepreneurship.
Our purpose is to foster innovation by empowering and connecting the next generation of tech and talent.
Industry thrives only when it embraces disruption
I would recommend this to any student at whatever level their education. There are lots of ideas out there, and what I have learnt is that the owners of these ideas only require an opportunity to explore them. Initiate is the opportunity they need
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Frederick Amariati
Strathmore
I would recommend Initiate because this initiative gives you the opportunity to link up with other like-minded scholars in Africa and design solutions that will take Africa to the next level
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Alex Osunga
Masters of Science in Information Systems
Security, Strathmore University, Kenya
Initiate was an amazing experience! Initiate exposes you to a network with like-minded students and industry partners.
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Johann Bierman
Stellenbosch University
Initiate brings Future Energy Leaders together to capture trends, discover future opportunities and start the journey of becoming a leader in the energy sector.
A challenging educational programme created for final-year and postgraduate students, as well as young professionals at the start of their careers, giving full access to the event and to learning more about topics such as energy storage, seeing new technologies on the exhibition floor, discovering innovative projects and getting inspired by speakers, energy companies and key industry players.
Do you want to join the Initiate young talent, Forum?
Initiate increased my network with working professionals and strong MSc and PhD students.
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Chelsea Tucker
University Of Cape Town
Initiate is a great opportunity for learning and connecting with power and energy leaders from across the globe
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Carol Ngwenya
University Of Cape Town
Initiate served as the perfect platform for collaborative and multidisciplinary design for real world problems surrounding water and energy.
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Shawn Alimohammadi
Stellenbosch University
The Initiate Hub at Enlit Africa welcomed start-ups, scale-ups and entrepreneurs interested in and/or working on solutions that will help to accelerate the energy transition.
Visitors were able to join the discussions with start-ups, scale-ups and other partners about the latest developments and projects, during the Initiate Hub schedule
A showcase of start-ups that are positively impacting the energy transition!
Do you want to join the Initiate SMME, Forum?
I would recommend Enlit Africa and Initiate as it gives you the opportunity to meet so many people
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Zharon Damonse
Sea Breeze Community Development
Initiate is a great opportunity for learning and connecting with power and energy leaders from across the globe
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Nontlanhla Nkosi
Uketshezi
Initiate served as the perfect platform for collaborative and multidisciplinary design for real world problems surrounding water and energy.
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Banele Manana
Energy Dots
Everyone has the power to play a role in the energy transition. Paramount to making a sustainable impact, are the social, economic and cultural drivers that facilitate a change in mind-set. Diversity is our strength and that’s exactly why we encourage everyone to step up and contribute to Initiate!
Join our global energy movement and connect with:
If you would like to apply for the young talent challenge, Initiate SMME hub or simply contribute to making a positive impact in the sector, contact: nazlee.fredericks@wearevuka.com
Align your brand with the future of the Power and Energy Sector!
This is your opportunity to not only invest in the future of the sector, but also the opportunity to positively and actively make a difference.
Fill in the form below to connect with the Enlit Africa team.
Enlit Africa is part of a series of energy events unlike any other. It's the new unifying brand for African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa and it showcases expert knowledge, innovative solutions and foresight from industry leaders, to help shape Africa's energy transition.
Exhibit at Enlit Africa
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For other enquiries contact:
+27 21 700 3500
+27 21 700 3512
marcel.dutoit@wearevuka.com
