Thokozile Zambane, an infrastructure development and energy sector expert, boasts over 13 years of experience across project finance, development, and investment roles. She’s a partner and the COO at Bayakha Infrastructure Partners, an advisory firm and fund manager with a focus on investments in energy, water, transport, and ICT infrastructure projects in SADC. Thokozile is also active in infrastructure development capability building across the continent through training programs with AADFI. She is the chairperson of a REIPPPP community trust and also co-founded READPower, a social investment initiative donating solar lights to empower communities. She contributes to various energy sector initiatives, including BRICS Women Business Alliance and Climate Council, and hosts the Energy Conversations Podcast. Thokozile is committed to driving Africa’s industrialization and development.