C&I Energy + Storage JOHANNESBURG 2025

PAVING THE WAY TO ENERGY SECURITY 

United by a shared commitment to strengthening South Africa’s energy future, this group plays a central role in ensuring the Summit speaks directly to the priorities of the C&I sector.

In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, the Advisory Board ensures the programme remains practical, focused, and impactful. Their insights help shape discussions on embedded generation, market reform, resilience planning, and energy cost management—curating sessions that respond to the real-world needs of business and industry.

This guidance ensures the Summit is not just relevant, but transformative for all stakeholders committed to a more secure, sustainable energy future.

ADVISORY BOARD

Beth O'Connor
Senior Project Development Manager, Juwi Renewable Energies

Duduzile Makhathini
Energy Manager, Goldfields

Fanele Mondi
CEO, Energy Intensive Users Group of SA (EIUG)

Liana Braxton
Managing Director, Sosimple Energy

Marco Rahner
Smart Infrastructure Division Sales Manager, Siemens

Maudene Van Rooyen
Specialist: Power and sustainable solutions, Standard Bank

Melusi Tshabalala
CEO, Mesama Energy

Murendeni Matshinya
Renewable Energy Manager, Sibanye-Stillwater

Muzi Dlamini
Council Member and Director

Nandu Bhula
Country Manager South Africa, Acwa Power Energy Africa

Pitso Sekhoto
Middle Manager, National Transmission Company Of South Africa

Rivoningo Mnisi
Group Executive Eskom Renewables, Eskom

Xolile Msimanga
Secretary General, SANEA