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Enlit Africa 2027, 11–13 May, Cape Town International Convention Centre, South AfricaWomenIN Energy, Water and Mobility 2027

A focused, high-impact programme for the women shaping Africa's energy, water and mobility sectors: leadership, equity in practice, and practical actions that turn good intentions into measurable outcomes. It returns to Enlit Africa in Cape Town in May 2027.

Leadership conversations with senior women across energy, water and mobility
Honest panels on equity policies and what actually moves the needle
Structured roundtables that end in practical five-year priorities

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WomenIN 2026

3sectors in the room: energy, water and mobility
4senior speakers on the equity panel and closing
7,776Enlit Africa 2026 attendees

2026 edition: 20 May 2026, Ballroom, CTICC

2026 editionWhat came out of the room in 2026

WomenIN Energy, Water and Mobility at Enlit Africa 2026 explored what equity looks like when it is embedded in culture, design and leadership practice, rather than remaining a policy ambition.

Panel

Equity in practice

Progress and persistent gaps across the three sectors: strong policy frameworks, but male-dominated decision spaces, tick-box representation and unsafe, exclusionary public transport.

Marilyn Maduka (Credew, moderator), Bravance Mashele (Koeberg Nuclear Power Station), Ntombizanele Mary Billa-Mupariwa (Department of Water and Sanitation), Tenele Ndlovu (C40 Cities)

Leadership

Leading under pressure

Portia Mngomezulu, Group Executive: Corporate Services, Eskom, grounded the dialogue in the realities of leading large, complex teams under pressure.

Roundtables

Equity in action

Table-level actions and risks: merit-based advancement, salary equity, better gender data and practical five-year priorities that turn intentions into measurable outcomes.

What the 2026 discussion highlighted

Leadership is a set of daily choices around dignity, feedback and talent development, not slogans.
Community-based water stewardship matters.
Transport needs universal access design.
Youth, people with disabilities and men belong in equity conversations.
Better gender data is needed to measure progress.

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Leadership, equity and the work of inclusion

A short, high-impact programme: a deputy ministerial conversation, a leadership masterclass, a review of policy in practice, and a structured roundtable on what's actually working in 2026.

In Conversation
In conversation with… Samantha Graham-Maré
- Samantha Graham-MaréDeputy Minister, Department of Electricity and Energy, South Africa
Masterclass
Leadership in action: building high-performance teams
- Dr Candice HartleyChief People Officer, Eskom
- Culture and clarity
- Decision-making
- Feedback and accountability
- Talent development and advocacy
- Resilience under pressure
- Leading without permission
Policy Review
Equity in practice — review of equity policies across energy, water and mobility
- Elizabeth MarabwaChief Director: Programme & Projects Management Office, DEE
- Ntombizanele Mary Billa-MupariwaProvincial Head: Western Cape, DWS
Roundtable
Equity in action — structured discussion + open floor

Structured discussion followed by open floor
- Which intervention moved the needle most — hiring, sponsorship, mentorship, pay equity reviews, flexible work design, leadership training, procurement requirements, pipeline programmes?
- What did you stop doing because it was performative or ineffective?
- Where did diverse perspectives prevent a costly mistake or improve delivery?

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Free to attend. Plus the Power, Water and RE + Storage Hubs, Mobility, Data Centres and Nuclear programmes.

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What is Women In Energy?

Enlit Africa hosts the Women In Energy platform and brings together an influential group of female experts in the power and energy sector from around the world to particpate in a series of exclusive events held during Enlit Africa. These inspiring women share their experiences and use their personal stories to motivate and inspire each other in a male-dominated industry.

Their expertise showcases how women are making progress, despite challenges not of their own making. The personal element they bring to the Women In Energy brand through events and gatherings in May at Enlit Africa creates a sense of relatability and strengthens the bonds of sisterhood among capable women from Africa and the world. They strive to promote a fair energy transition by lifting each other up and rising together.

A true celebration of strength and success. Rise Together.

Gender Equality: A Look Back at the Last Meeting

"Is there a place for women in the energy value chain? There most certainly is. However, to realise gender equity, the onus on carving a space for women in this sector must be driven by women themselves." This is the view of Nthato Minyuku, Group Executive: Government & Regulatory Affairs at Eskom.

The last Women in Energy session at Enlit Africa addressed the challenges women face across the energy sector. Join other female thought leaders who are working to ease energy poverty, inspire women entrepreneurs and use their ambition to succeed while widening the circle to include their sisters in this industry.

Read the ESI article on the last meeting, here.

Community Outreach Projects

Join our community outreach project, #againstperiodpoverty, empowering women through W.IN's platform. Discover success stories of women and young girls benefiting from our initiatives and CSI projects. Contribute to community development by engaging in social initiatives and volunteering opportunities that directly address grassroots issues. Help combat the global issue where over 500 million young girls and women lack access to essential facilities during menstruation. Together, let's make a difference. #countherin

The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA) commemorates 44 years of driving the fight against preventable cardiovascular heart disease and stroke, with the aim of seeing fewer people suffer premature deaths and disabilities. Established in 1980 as an NGO / NPO the Foundation relies on external funding to sustain itself.

Our vision is to halt the rise of premature CVD in people within South Africa and to see more people adopt healthy lifestyles in South Africa.

Our mission is the promotion of cardiovascular health through advocacy, influencing and support as well as through the empowerment of people to adopt healthy lifestyles / choices and to seek appropriate care

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Digital MediaConnect With The Newsfeed For Women In Energy

ESi Africa is intentional in its commitment to promoting the role of women in energy and posts a constant flow of topical and real news content across the year. Our unique approach to blending news media and regular in-person meetups means we are always connected and always growing our connected group. A digital communication campaign works to bring together our members, who from various backgrounds in the power and energy sector, share their personal experiences and offer insights into the industry. They also showcase their successful projects, highlighting their career paths and achievements.

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Did you know: Despite making up 48% of the global labour force, women account for just 22% of jobs in the energy sector. We can change this by #WINningtogether

Past sponsors & exhibitors (2026 edition)

Looking aheadWhat to expect in 2027

WomenIN Energy, Water and Mobility returns as part of Enlit Africa 2027 at the CTICC, 11–13 May 2027. Building on 2026, expect a focused programme on leadership and equity in practice, with honest conversation about what works and practical commitments to take back to your organisation.

The 2027 programme overview lands in November 2026.

Coming November 2026

The 2027 programme overview lands in November 2026

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WomenIN 2026

2026 editionWhat came out of the room in 2026

Equity in practice

Leading under pressure

Equity in action

What the 2026 discussion highlighted

Leadership, equity and the work of inclusion

In conversation with… Samantha Graham-Maré

Leadership in action: building high-performance teams

Equity in practice — review of equity policies across energy, water and mobility

Equity in action — structured discussion + open floor

What is Women In Energy?

Gender Equality: A Look Back at the Last Meeting

Community Outreach Projects

Digital MediaConnect With The Newsfeed For Women In Energy

Did you know: Despite making up 48% of the global labour force, women account for just 22% of jobs in the energy sector. We can change this by #WINningtogether

Past sponsors & exhibitors (2026 edition)

Looking aheadWhat to expect in 2027

The 2027 programme overview lands in November 2026

WomenIN 2027Join the women shaping Africa's energy, water and mobility future

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