Row rect Shape Decorative svg added to bottom Africa Energy Forum 2026 Turning intent into execution. Go to contact form Absa | Corporate and Investment Banking > Insights and Events > Africa Energy Forum 2026 That's how we are invested in Africa's energy future. Cape Town from 16–19 June 2026 Africa Energy Forum 2026 Africa’s energy future is not shaped by ambition alone. It is shaped by the ability to move from ambition to action, and from opportunity to execution. This is where momentum is built and where the foundations for long-term progress are laid. Across the energy value chain, we work alongside clients with deep sector insight, advisory expertise, and a strong understanding of risk, funding, and execution – structuring transactions, navigating complexity, and unlocking progress in support of sustainable growth across the African continent. Because Africa’s energy transition depends not only on vision, but on the ability to deliver. That is how we help move Africa’s energy future forward. Click to watch: In this conversation, Shirley Webber, Coverage Head of Resources & Energy at Absa CIB, discusses how strategic investment, industry expertise and strong partnerships can help accelerate Africa's energy transition and industrialisation journey. Related insights EVENTS Africa Energy Forum 2026 Africa’s energy future is not shaped by ambition alone. It is shaped by the ability to move from ambition to action, and from opportunity to execution. Read more EVENTS Africa Energy Forum 2025 As a leading Pan-African bank, we are committed to utilising our unique investment, finance solutions and expertise to power the continent’s sustainable renewable energy transition. Read more EVENTS Africa Energy Forum 2024 Collaborating with our clients to enable the next generation of sustainable renewable energy transition, is a story we are proud to be part of. Read more Related Deals DEALS Powering a sustainable future with Ferroglobe At Absa CIB, we believe that financing critical mineral supply is essential for advancing the Just Energy Transition. Our partnership with Ferroglobe supports the expansion of silicon metal production, which is key to semiconductor chips and solar panels, driving economic growth, job creation and Africa’s role in the renewable energy value chain. Read more DEALS Propelling South Africa’s Just Energy Transition Our landmark project financing contribution towards an R8.8 billion transaction with Red Rocket South Africa (Pty) Ltd reinforces our position as a market leader in renewable energy financing. Read more DEALS Building a more robust green energy landscape South Africa’s green energy sector is poised for significant transformation, with vast untapped investment potential. Our R1.45 billion deal with G7 Renewable Energies and Cennergi Holdings marks a monumental sustainability partnership, highlighting the critical role of finance as a catalyst for advancing renewable energy projects. Read more DEALS Driving a greener energy value chain We are pleased to share that Absa has successfully acted as Co-Mandated Lead Arranger, Facility Agent and Hedge Provider alongside Nedbank for Pele Green Energy’s Sonvanger 100MW solar PV power project. This R2.2 billion project is a landmark transaction for Pele Green Energy, positioning them as a leading developer in South Africa’s renewable energy sector. Read more DEALS Enabling local prowess for world-class scale Absa’s balance sheet commitment will ensure Gamsberg Mine is ranked among the top five zinc-producing mines globally and will help BMM create jobs and improve economic activity in the region. We are invested in your story and invite you to write it with us. Read more DEALS Fostering sustainable growth is a story of diversified energy supply As a leading Pan-African bank, Absa continues to prioritise the financing of renewable energy projects. Absa Corporate and Investment Banking is proud to have acted as a mandated lead arranger and the sole hedge execution bank in the Envusa Energy deal. Read more DEALS Expertise that powers the continent We are proud to have provided advisory services and financing for Infinity Power’s acquisition of Lekela Power, Africa’s largest renewables-focused, independent power producer. Read more DEALS Enabling energy that nature creates We are proud to have acted as a mandated lead arranger and lender for three Red Rocket Energy (Pty) Ltd (“Red Rocket”) renewable energy projects valued at approximately R12 billion. Read more DEALS Expanding the continent’s access to green energy We are proud to have acted as Mandated Lead Arranger, Hedge Bank, Agent Bank and Account Bank for EDF-R’s three wind energy projects, part of South Africa’s REIPPP Programme. Read more DEALS SOLA/TRONOX Our sustainable finance goals include assisting clients on their journeys to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, supporting our strategic theme of being an active force for good. Read more
