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Sengiphile Simelane is an accomplished energy executive with over 20 years of experience spanning nuclear, renewable, and conventional power sectors. He currently serves as Group Executive for the Power & Industry Division at the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa), where he leads high-impact strategic programmes focused on nuclear innovation, industrial expansion, and large-scale infrastructure development. His career includes senior leadership roles at Eskom, the Pebble Bed Modular Reactor (PBMR) company, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), and Total Facilities Management Company (TFMC). He has also served as Chief Executive Officer of Maloma Colliery and previously led the Eswatini Electricity Company, where he contributed to advancing national electrification initiatives. Sengiphile holds engineering degrees, an MBA, and a Certificate in Global Management. He is a registered Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).