The Central Africa Business Energy Forum (CABEF) invites you to participate in its upcoming webinar titled « Youth in Energy – Promoting a Brighter Future for Africa. » This event will take place on August 29, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (GMT +1), and will discuss the crucial role of African youth in transforming the continent’s energy sector.

Youth at the Heart of the Energy Future

This webinar is part of a broader initiative to highlight young African entrepreneurs and professionals who are at the forefront of innovations for a sustainable energy future. As Africa faces enormous energy challenges, the involvement of youth is becoming more essential than ever to envision and implement innovative solutions.

Webinar Objectives

CABEF aims to showcase the achievements of young Africans who, often behind the scenes, have developed impactful energy projects. This webinar will provide a platform to discuss the obstacles they face and the solutions needed to overcome these challenges.

Here are the main objectives of this event:

Highlighting Progress: Showcase the achievements of young Africans in the energy sector by sharing their success stories and lessons learned.
Overcoming Obstacles: Explore the specific challenges faced by young entrepreneurs and professionals in the energy sector, offering pathways to solutions.
Encouraging Collaboration: Facilitate constructive dialogue among young Africans, international experts, and diaspora members on strategies to eradicate energy poverty.
Inspiring a New Generation: Motivate young Africans to take action with the resources at their disposal, showing them that it is possible to make a difference from their current circumstances.

Renowned Speakers

CABEF has assembled a panel of experts and thought leaders from various backgrounds to share their experiences and perspectives. Among them:

• Netsanet TAYE SEID: Energy Consultant and Executive Committee Member of EZIEN (Ethiopian Women in Energy).
• Precious MUTALE CHILEKWA: Chemical Engineer and Founder of Nova Energy (Zambia).
• Yann Pierre Albert LIVULIBUTT YANGARI: Energy Transition Consultant and Advisor on the Acceleration Plan for Transformation in Gabon.
• Godfrey Simiyu KATIAMBO: Founder of INNO-NEAT Energy Solution and Senior Advisor at Mercy Corps Energy4Impact (Kenya).
• Idriss MAHAMAT: CEO of SARL SMCEL (Chad).
• MADINGUE Hassanie: Civil Engineer Supervisor at GENIUS NGENIEURS&CONSEIL (Chad).
• Jocelyne MACHEVO: Energy & Assets Leader, Communication and Leadership Development (Mozambique).
• Bikoun Johan Harris: General Manager of Cameroon Petroleum Corporation.

Why Participate?

This event is a unique opportunity to stay informed about the latest trends in energy innovation, engage with experts, and strengthen your commitment to this strategic sector.

Registration

Participation in this webinar is free, but spaces are limited. Register now via the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yja7Hv4YQbOzcd_tsD550g#/registration

Don’t miss this opportunity to help shape Africa’s energy future alongside a new generation of leaders.

For any questions, contact us at membership@wearecabef.org.

Together, let’s build a sustainable energy future for Africa, driven by youth and innovation.

The CABEF team