Load shedding remains one of the biggest challenges affecting African economies, businesses and livelihoods. As energy disruptions continue to hinder growth and productivity, the Africa Energy Indaba 2025, in Cape Town from March 4-6, will serve as a platform for stakeholders to explore sustainable energy solutions to eliminate load shedding and mitigate its impact on businesses.

“South Africa has again reintroduced load shedding, highlighting the ongoing instability of the country’s power grid. The return of rolling blackouts serves as a stark reminder that Africa must accelerate investment in energy infrastructure, diversification and innovative power solutions to ensure energy security,” says Liz Hart, Managing Director of Africa Energy Indaba.

Across Africa, load shedding remains a crippling challenge severely impacting economies, industries and daily life. Countries like Zimbabwe and Zambia experience prolonged power outages due to heavy reliance on the Kariba Dam where fluctuating water levels have drastically reduced hydroelectric generation. In Zimbabwe, businesses and households endure power cuts lasting up to 18 hours a day, stifling productivity and economic growth. Zambia faces similar struggles as industries, including mining and manufacturing, grapple with power shortages that hinder operations and investment.

“Without urgent action to diversify energy sources and strengthen grid reliability, millions across Africa will remain vulnerable to persistent electricity crises retarding development and regional integration,” Hart says.

The Africa Energy Indaba will gather government leaders, industry experts, investors and innovators to address energy security, unlock investment opportunities and showcase cutting-edge technologies designed to stabilise Africa’s power sector.

Why attend Africa Energy Indaba 2025?

• End load shedding for good: Gain insights into the latest energy policies, private-sector initiatives and large-scale infrastructure projects aimed at securing reliable power supply.
• Protect your business from power disruptions: Discover renewable energy, battery storage, micro grids and distributed generation solutions that can ensure business continuity and reduce dependence on unreliable grids.
• Investment and policy discussions: Engage with key decision makers, financiers and industry leaders to explore funding models, public-private partnerships and regulatory frameworks driving Africa’s energy transformation.
• Grid modernisation and private-sector involvement: Learn how independent power producers and new generation technologies are shaping the future of Africa’s energy sector.
• Future-proofing energy security: Access expert-led discussions on energy efficiency, backup power strategies and alternative energy sources that businesses can leverage to shield themselves from the impact of power shortages.