Africa's Green Economy story is one of passion to catalyse investments that enable Africa’s just transition.
“A Green Economy is defined as “one that results in improved human well-being and social equity, while significantly reducing environmental risks and ecological scarcities”, by the UN Environment Programme
Climate change is accelerating the need for a just transition. Governments in Africa are developing national plans and laying strategies to adapt their economies and growth models towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals of 2030, and the Paris Climate Change Agreement.
This new era presents a defining opportunity for projects from start-up to national, to scale and expand, to influence the evolution of infrastructure and industrialisation which will have a significant impact on environmental sustainability and economic growth. Catalysing investments across local and international stakeholders is key to enable Africa’s green economy transition, in a just and inclusive way.
Africa’s Green Economy Summit objective is to connect global capital and green economy projects across the continent to drive a better future for all.
Africa stands at a turning point – facing climate challenges but rising with groundbreaking solutions. From thriving marine sanctuaries to clean energy surges, from resilient cities to sustainable livelihoods, the transformation is already underway. This is more than a vision – it’s a movement. A call for bold investment, fearless innovation, and unwavering collaboration. The question is not just what the future holds, but what role you will play in shaping it.
Will you answer the call? Will you join us?
Boundaries are blurring as the green economy evolves, driven by established industry leaders, disruptive innovators, agile start-ups, and an increasingly engaged end-user. We envision a net-zero Africa—one with a diversified, sustainable economy that uplifts all its citizens. Achieving this requires embracing the green transformation already reshaping economies worldwide. From corporates to consumers, investors to entrepreneurs, and engineers to activists—we welcome all who are ready to seize the opportunities that will define Africa’s just transition.
The Green Economy is changing. So are we. So are you. Together, we will make a difference.
By connecting every element of the sector, we're creating a community that's capable of tackling the biggest challenges facing the continent. Together, we're building a more sustainable, resilient, and independent Africa - and we couldn't be more excited and prouder to play our part in accelerating Africa's transition to a functioning green economy.
The Women in Green Economy Series highlights the essential role of women in Africa’s green transition, emphasising their active participation in emerging green jobs for a fair transition. Africa's Green Economy Summit’s Women in Green Economy platform unites global female experts, fostering collaboration in a traditionally male-dominated field. As part of the W.IN brand, it celebrates women’s strength and success, promoting inclusivity, connectivity, and leadership. By breaking down barriers and uniting communities, W.IN envisions an interconnected world where every woman thrives, starting in Africa.
#winingtogether #womenempowerment
For young people worldwide, the success of the green economy transition hinges on developing green skills—the knowledge, abilities, values, and attitudes essential for building a sustainable, resource-efficient future. They are not just participants in this shift; they are catalysts for change. But to fully harness their potential, green skills must be embedded in education, employment, and daily life.
Africa’s Green Economy Summit is committed to empowering the next generation through its youth initiative. Each year, the Summit offers a graduate and ambassador programme, dynamic lightning talks for young entrepreneurs and startups at the conference, special rates for emerging businesses, and free delegate passes for selected students—ensuring young leaders have a seat at the table in shaping Africa’s sustainable future.
Hunger is an often overlooked, but very real, challenge faced by a significant number of students at universities and colleges in South Africa. The Rising Star Movement for Good is a powerful initiative dedicated to solving food insecurity amongst tertiary students. As the AGES 2025 charity of choice, we proudly support its mission to create lasting change, aligning with our vision of a more inclusive future for all.
Geordin Hill-Lewis
Cape Town Mayor
CHANELLE BENJAMIN
Operations Manager
Having delivered a full scope of African projects over 13 years demonstrating a proven ability to manage all aspects of event planning; from conception to execution, while ensuring that events are aligned with our brand.
Diane McGown
Event & Conference Project Manager
With over a decade of experience in event management, from concept to logistics, orchestrating large scale multi-faceted conferences and exhibitions. My passion lies in creating impactful experiences.
Elodie Delagneau
Project Manager: Startups & Partners
A passionate advocate for People and Planet, brings over a decade of event management and community building experience across diverse sectors and locations. Leading projects at Africa's Green Economy Summit and directing OCEANOVATION, she catalyses sustainable solutions for the blue economy.
Phillip Mkorongo
Stakeholder & Commercial Manager
Phillip is a sports business professional with 15+ years of experience. He helped deliver the Cape Town ABB FIA Formula E World Championship and was part of the team that conceptualised Africa’s Green Economy Summit. He specialises in event solutions that drive socio-economic impact, sports tourism, and brand marketing.
Emmanuelle Nicholls
Project Lead
Emmanuelle has built her 20-year career in event management in Africa and Latin America. She carefully and successfully managed a range of B2B, B2C and B2G events across industry sectors namely: infrastructure, mining, agriculture, metering, and power & energy. She currently freelances for companies with a focus on sustainability.
Mzamo Jika
Business Development Executive
Mzamo is a dedicated and passionate sales professional with 15 years of working experience and a successful record in B2B business development, sales, key account management and stakeholder relations, having worked both in local (Africa) and international markets.
Rue Limekhaya
Customer Services Manager
With over 20 years experience, her focus and attention is to ensure a smooth, enjoyable visitor and delegate experience both online and from the moment the entry badge is collected at the venue. Understanding that we have only one chance to make a good impression she is dedicated in her belief that the customer always comes first.
Charlotte Durup de Baleine
Conference Producer
Formerly a programme manager connecting innovators and investors in the blue economy, Charlotte is now dedicated to advancing impactful solutions for both the green and blue economies as a conference producer. With Master’s degrees in Business Law and Economics of the Sea, completed through studies in England, Australia, France, and Portugal, she combines a global approach and commitment to driving positive change.
Warda Jakoet
CX Manager
Experienced CX Manager and Event Support, with a demonstrated history of working at a fast pace in the events industry. I focus on bridging the gap between clients and sales ensuring that the touchpoints across the client’s journey are engaging, efficient and effective. My role in the business has allowed me to travel extensively and connecting with our clients, building relationships and continually have a positive customer centric attitude.
Wendy De La Harpe
Conference Producer
With two decades in the conference, exhibition, and publishing sectors in South Africa, London and Dubai, Wendy brings expertise in research, program development, speaker acquisition, and program production. Her focus spans diverse fields including finance and investment, green economy, agriculture, and marketing..
With over two decades of experience operating throughout Africa, VUKA offers a uniquely African approach to thriving in the continent's rapidly developing industries. Our entrepreneurial spirit aligns with the local culture, driving rapid growth and positive change. We've evolved into an independent B-BBEE compliant company, thriving in the fast-paced, high-energy African environment. Our fluid approach adapts to local conditions, fostering connections among decision-makers through innovative events and trusted media titles. Let VUKA connect your business to those who can fuel your growth in emerging industries.
Go Green Africa is an NPO founded by e-movement, 17 Sport and VUKA Group with the mission to support Africa achieving its climate change commitments and to support organisations on their sustainability journey. With a commitment to drive change Go Green Africa is recognised as an organising partner of Africa's Green Economy Summit, Student Africa and evrt Africa, culminating in the spectacle of the Cape Town e-Prix racing the streets of downtown Cape Town.
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Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its history, with unprecedented opportunities and challenges before us.
Africa is the most affected of all world regions by droughts and the second most affected by floods. A third of the people considered most at risk in the world live in Africa.
A sharp increase in population is forecasted in Africa by 2050, the continent will be home to over 2.5 billion inhabitants.
Africa will be home to the world’s largest working-age population by 2040.
Over 60% of the population in Africa will live in urban areas by 2050 putting pressure on urban planning, existing infrastructure, air quality, water supply, sanitation and waste management.
The annual funding gap in climate financing of $213.4 billion offers innovative investors a chance to make an impact by building Africa’s climate resilience.
Seven countries in Africa are predicted to be in the world’s top ten fastest growing economies. This means a large increase in energy demand from households, industry, transport, and power generation.
Africa can become a trailblazer in renewable energy solutions, with abundant solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and geothermal resources that may contribute to a 6.4 per cent increase in GDP from 2021 to 2050.
Significant reserves of critical minerals like copper, graphite, lithium, molybdenum, nickel, zinc, bauxite, cobalt, manganese, and platinum make Africa essential for electric vehicles, solar PV cell technology and wind turbines.
A pipeline of 360 ongoing sustainable infrastructure projects worth $100 billion and additional tentative projects in the same sectors valued at $257 billion, demonstrates the continent’s diverse investment opportunities in the transition to net zero emissions.
The continent has the potential to produce 30-60 million tonnes per annum of green hydrogen by 2050 while creating 3.7 million new jobs and boosting the continent’s GDP by as much as $60 billion to $120 billion.
Africa's Green Economy Summit connects industry professionals and organisations to information and each other in a carefully curated live environment. Its purpose is to support in mobilising investments for green projects to scale up and industrialisation, which will have a significant impact on environmental sustainability and economic growth.
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