{"id":82365,"date":"2025-11-10T15:36:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T13:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gulftech-news.com\/en\/?p=82365"},"modified":"2025-11-10T15:36:02","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T13:36:02","slug":"enlit-africa-water-security-africa-2026-speaker-applications-now-open","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gulftech-news.com\/en\/2025\/11\/10\/enlit-africa-water-security-africa-2026-speaker-applications-now-open\/","title":{"rendered":"Enlit Africa &amp; Water Security Africa 2026: Speaker applications now open"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>From grid modernisation and storage integration to climate-resilient water infrastructure, the Enlit Africa 2026 conference will spotlight real-world progress and strategic direction<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enlit Africa and Water Security Africa are pleased to announce the official launch of the Call for Speakers for the 2026 edition, taking place from 19\u201321 May 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). This flagship event serves as the continent\u2019s premier gathering point for thought leaders, technology providers, regulators, financiers and innovators across Africa\u2019s energy and water value chains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Africa\u2019s power and water sectors are undergoing profound transformation. From grid modernisation and storage integration to climate-resilient water infrastructure, the Enlit Africa 2026 conference will spotlight real-world progress and strategic direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The organising committee now invites professionals at the forefront of this transformation to share their insights, innovations and policy frameworks that are shaping sustainable, inclusive futures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaker applications are open until&nbsp;<strong>30 January 2026 and approvals will be processed in two tranches \u2013 5 December 2025 and 4 February 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stages and hubs at Enlit Africa 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2026 programme will once again feature a multi-track agenda designed to reflect the integrated nature of Africa\u2019s development imperatives. The\u00a0<strong>Strategise Stage<\/strong>\u00a0will focus on leadership, policy, regulation and climate finance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\u00a0<strong>Innovate Stage<\/strong>\u00a0will showcase emerging technologies and operational excellence across the value chain, including smart grids, digitalisation, energy access and customer experience. The\u00a0<strong>Renewable Energy &amp; Storage Hub<\/strong>\u00a0will dive into the utilisation of alternative energy sources, system integration, BESS deployment and energy equity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In response to new sector reforms and market restructuring, along with an ongoing conversation around the financial viability of municipalities, the\u00a0<strong>Municipal Forum<\/strong>\u00a0will provide a platform for municipal leaders and city officials to consider these in the context of a holistic ecosystem. Meanwhile,\u00a0<strong>Water Security Africa<\/strong>\u00a0will bring together experts working on ESG-aligned governance, resilient water systems and cross-sector collaboration under the water-energy-food nexus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Specialised technical stages, such as the\u00a0<strong>Power &amp; Water Hubs<\/strong>, will provide in-depth technical discussions tailored for engineers, operators and planners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>T<\/strong><strong>he Project &amp; Investment Network<\/strong>&nbsp;will highlight project pipelines, blended finance solutions, and public-private partnerships accelerating implementation across the continent. Part of the&nbsp;<em>Level 2<\/em>&nbsp;experience, this is the newest opportunity to connect dealmakers, technology partners and investors, in deal rooms, masterclass sessions and country spotlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why speak at Enlit Africa<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking at Enlit Africa positions individuals and their organisations at the centre of the conversation shaping Africa\u2019s energy and water future. Presenters gain direct access to over&nbsp;<strong>7,000 industry leaders, policymakers, and investors<\/strong>&nbsp;from more than 68 countries, creating opportunities for visibility, influence, and meaningful engagement with real project decision-makers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enlit Africa 2025, the most recent edition, featured over&nbsp;<strong>260 speakers<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>$3 billion in project showcases<\/strong>, and launched pivotal platforms such as the&nbsp;<strong>Project &amp; Investment Network<\/strong>, the&nbsp;<strong>Women in Energy Forum<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>Water Security Africa<\/strong>. The 2026 edition promises to build on this momentum, continuing to challenge the status quo and inspire collective action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From grid modernisation and storage integration to climate-resilient water infrastructure, the Enlit Africa 2026 conference will spotlight real-world progress and strategic direction Enlit Africa and Water Security Africa are pleased to announce the official launch of the Call for Speakers for the 2026 edition, taking place from 19\u201321 May 2026 at the Cape Town International &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":82366,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[4262,4263],"class_list":["post-82365","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-enlit-africa","tag-water-security-africa"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Enlit Africa &amp; 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