Engineering Project Manager

Meet Thembeka Madlala, a established Project Manager with 23 years of engineering experience, specializing in renewable energy projects. Thembeka drives successful projects from start to finish, excelling in procurement, supply chain management, and new build engineering. With a focus on stakeholder management and a forward-looking approach.

Thembeka brings expertise in management accounting and business management. Additionally, Thembeka holds key leadership roles, including Chairperson for the Human Resources and Remuneration Committee and membership in various committees focusing on audit, risk, legal, compliance, and skills development.

Environmental Health

Meet Lesedi Ranyane , an Environmental Health Professional with 8 years of experience dedicated to sustainability. Specializing in environmental health, waste management, occupational safety, ESG, and environmental law, Lesedi ensures the well-being of people and the planet.

Focused on sustainability, Lesedi implements effective waste management strategies and promotes occupational health and safety. Their understanding of ESG principles allows them to advocate for responsible environmental practices.

Land Development Analyst

Meet Zinhle Kunene ,a Land Development Analyst specializing in Renewable Energy Project Development with 4 years of experience. Zinhle excels in ESG and Project Development, land/site acquisition, and site scoping for renewable energy projects. 

Zinhle actively contributes to boards and working groups dedicated to advancing renewable energy initiatives. Passionate about sustainable development, Zinhle drives towards a greener future through her work.

Acting Project Executive

Meet Sindisiwe, an Acting Project Executive and Electrical Engineer with 13 years of experience, specializing in High Voltage, Renewable Energy, Just Energy Transition, Smart Metering, and Medium Voltage. Sindisiwe demonstrates leadership through involvement in organizations like AMEU Women in Electricity (WIE) and the National Energy Crisis Committee Stream 5 (Necom).

 Actively participating in the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), Sindisiwe  is committed to driving positive change in the industry through expertise in complex electrical engineering projects and a dedication to sustainable energy solutions.

Energy Specialist

Meet Lungile an Energy Specialist and Energy Economist with 16 years of experience. Specializing in energy economics, Lungile has extensive knowledge in the field of energy.

Lungile has held leadership roles as a Non-Executive Director (NED) at the National Transmission Company SA and CPV Touwsrivier. Through these positions, Lungile has contributed significantly to the energy sector’s development and strategic direction.

With a deep understanding of energy systems and economics, Lungile is committed to driving innovation and sustainability in the energy industry.

Senior investment manager

Meet Rivhatshinyi a Senior Investment Manager with 15 years of experience in finance, specializing in climate financing, fundraising, sustainability, ESG, DFI, capital mobilization, and structuring. 

Rivhatshinyi leads impactful investments and holds leadership roles on boards like h1 capital, Pele, and Cross Boundary. They also chair LPAC Infra Impact and serve as CEO at Tshiphiri Foundation, dedicated to driving positive change through finance for sustainable development and social impact.

Technical advisor

Experienced Director with a demonstrated history of working in the renewables and power sectors. Skilled in Business Planning, Operations Management, Management, Contract Management, and Renewable Energy. Strong professional with a Masters focused in Engineering, Economics & Management from University of Oxford.

Gender and Energy Expert

Meet Winnie Mamatsharaga  a Deputy Director with 10 years of experience specializing in Gender Equality and Energy. With expertise in Women Empowerment, Gender Equality in the Energy Sector, and Skills Development, Winnie promotes inclusivity and diversity.

Winnie serves as a board member for SAFEE, mentors individuals for growth, and excels in management and coordination roles. Committed to advancing gender equality in the energy sector, Winnie is a driving force for positive change.

CEO Founder

Meet Dikeledi Madondo, an accomplished CEO and Founder with 20 years of entrepreneurial experience in Renewable Energies, Green Mobility, Electric Vehicles, Alternative Energy Vehicles, and Automotive Training. 

Dikeledi leads advisory and curriculum boards at TUT while partnering with the Research & Innovation Department to drive forward-thinking initiatives. With a passion for innovation and sustainability, Dikeledi  is dedicated to revolutionizing energy and automotive industries through expertise and leadership.