EngineerConnect Cape Town: The Future of Energy in Africa

EngineerConnect Cape Town: The Future of Energy in Africa

Radisson RED Cape Town V&A WaterfrontCape Town, WC
Friday, Mar 20 from 2:30 pm to 5 pm SAST
Overview

Join industry experts in Cape Town to explore engineering skills, innovation, and solutions shaping Africa’s energy future.

EngineerConnect Cape Town is on Friday, the 20 March 2026. A free energy engineering event where industry experts, alumni, and engineering professionals explore how practical skills, innovation, and applied solutions are shaping the future of energy in Africa.

This panel discussion will cover renewable energy integration, grid reliability, infrastructure development, and the workforce skills needed to build reliable, scalable, and sustainable energy systems. With growing demand, expanding infrastructure, and increased investment in renewables, engineering professionals have exciting opportunities to design smarter systems and support long-term sustainable development across the continent.

Join industry experts in Cape Town to explore engineering skills, innovation, and solutions shaping Africa’s energy future.

EngineerConnect Cape Town is on Friday, the 20 March 2026. A free energy engineering event where industry experts, alumni, and engineering professionals explore how practical skills, innovation, and applied solutions are shaping the future of energy in Africa.

This panel discussion will cover renewable energy integration, grid reliability, infrastructure development, and the workforce skills needed to build reliable, scalable, and sustainable energy systems. With growing demand, expanding infrastructure, and increased investment in renewables, engineering professionals have exciting opportunities to design smarter systems and support long-term sustainable development across the continent.

What to Expect:

  • Practical insights into Africa’s evolving energy sector, including renewable energy, grid resilience, and sustainable infrastructure.
  • Discussion of real-world engineering challenges facing power generation, transmission, and distribution across the continent.
  • Perspectives on skills gaps and workforce readiness for future energy projects.
  • Cross-disciplinary viewpoints spanning electrical, mechanical, civil, and energy engineering.
  • Networking opportunities with engineers, educators, alumni, and industry partners.
  • Digital Certificate of Attendance available for participants.

Lineup

Berry Dikotla

Leading the panel discussion is Berry Dikotla, Recruitment and Business Development Manager (Africa & Middle East)

Frikkie Marx Pr Eng, B Sc (Eng)

Power Electronics and Electro-Optical Systems Designer, Project Manager, System Engineer, EMC Consultant, and Technical Training Consultant

Antonio Norberto

Mechanical Engineer, Offshore Energy Specialist, and EIT Student Ambassador 2026

Garth Greubel

Energy Markets Specialist and Doctoral Candidate (Electrical Engineering – Power Systems)

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Highlights

  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • In person

Location

Radisson RED Cape Town V&A Waterfront

6 Silo Square

Cape Town, WC 8001

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