Xolile Msimanga-Mvere is the Co-Lead of the Secretariat of the South African-German Energy Partnership, implemented by GIZ, and Secretary-General of the South African National Energy Association (SANEA). She brings experience in energy research, strategy and power-sector development, having previously held roles at Air Liquide, the CSIR and McKinsey & Company. Xolile holds an Honours degree in Chemical Engineering and a Masters in Management in Energy Leadership. Her work focuses on fostering collaboration between government, industry and other stakeholders to advance South Africas energy transition.