25 – 26 April 2023 · Addis Ababa
Fast-tracking renewable energy investment
in Ethiopia and Tanzania.
Two days, two rooms, two countries
Meet the key players in African renewable energy and make deals in an exclusive, highly efficient and enjoyable setting.
Get first-hand information
on latest developments and investment opportunities in curated renewable energy projects – from high-level government representatives and leading experts.
Build relationships
and explore opportunities for cooperations in an exclusive setting: scheduled one-on- one meetings, coffee breaks, lunches, cocktail reception & gala dinner.
Understand who is who
in the renewable energy sector of AENCon focus countries within only two conference days through carefully orchestrated presentations & panel discussions.
Presentation
AENCon Sponsorship offers a unique platform for specialized brand promotion on the energy transition in Africa and to key players in the African renewable energy landscape.
AENCon brings renewable energy investment opportunities in Africa to the global stage – offering a project-specific engagement with government representatives, international financial institutions and private investors.
AENCon23 will focus on renewable energy investment opportunities in Ethiopia and Tanzania.
Ethiopia
- 42 investment-ready projects (solar, wind & hydro)
- New regulatory framework and investment policy
- Public-private partnerships with Ministry of Finance
- Very high renewable energy potential
- Electricity export to the East African region
Tanzania
- 46 investment-ready projects (solar, wind & hydro)
- Strong investment incentives schemes
- National utility company with strong balance sheet
- Very high renewable energy potential
- Electricity export to the Southern African region
Agenda
Room 01
Main Stage
Keynotes, Presentations & Discussions.
Room 02
Investment Speed-Dating
Scheduled one-on-one meetings between government representatives, project owners, financial institutions and service providers.
Featured Projects
Solar
- Awash Amibara, Ethiopia (150 MW)
- Hamusit, Ethiopia (150 MW)
- Shiraro, Ethiopia (150 MW)
- Gad I & II, Ethiopia (125MW)
- Dicheto, Ethiopia (125MW)
- Mekele, Ethiopia (100MW)
- Humera, Ethiopia (100MW)
- Wellenchiti, Ethiopia (150MW)
- Weranso, Ethiopia (150MW)
- Metema, Ethiopia (125MW)
Wind
- Gode, Ethiopia (152 MW)
- Aysha III, Ethiopia (152 MW)
- Tulu Guled, Ethiopia (152 MW)
- Adigala, Ethiopia (152 MW)
- Debre Berhan, Ethiopia (126MW)
- Dire Dawa (150MW)
- Deday, Ethiopia (134MW)
Geothermal
- Ngozi Geothermal Power Plant, Tanzania (70 MW)
- Songwe Geothermal Power Plant, Tanzania (direct use heat & 5 MW)
- Kiejo-Mbaka Geothermal Power Plant, Tanzania (60 MW)
- Luhoi Direct Use Heat, Tanzania (5 MW)
- Natron Geothermal Power Plant, Tanzania (60 MW)
- Tendaho-Alalobad Geothermal Power Plant, Ethiopia (100 MW)
- Diguna Fango Geothermal Power Plant, Ethiopia (100 MW)
Hydro
- Wabe Hydropower Plant, Ethiopia (300 MW)
- Genale Dawa 6, Ethiopia (250MW)
- Chemoga Yada I & II, Ethiopia (280MW)
- Dabus, Ethiopia (304MW)
- Halele Warabessa I & II, Ethiopia (424MW)
- Genale Dawa 5, Ethiopia (100MW)
Speakers
H.E. Dr. Eng. Habtamu Itefa Geleta
Minister
Ministry of Water and Energy of Ethiopia
Ministry of Water and Energy of Ethiopia
H.E. Dr. Eng. Sultan Wolle
State Minister
Ministry of Water and Energy of Ethiopia
Ministry of Water and Energy of Ethiopia
Eng. Ashebir Balcha
Chief Executive Officer
Ethiopia Electric Power
Ethiopia Electric Power
Mr. Tilahun Tadesse
Director General of PPP Directorate
Ministry of Finance of Ethiopia
Ms. Lelise Neme
Commissioner
Ethiopian Investment Commission
Ethiopian Investment Commission
Eng. Imani Mruma
Assistant Commissioner for Renewable Energy
Ministry of Energy Tanzania
Eng. Mathew Mwangomba
General Manager
Tanzania Geothermal Development Company
Mr. Amanuel Wondimagegnehu Alemu
Investment Advisor
Ethiopian Investment Holdings
Mr. Daniel Teressa
Deputy Commissioner
Ethiopian Investment Commission
Mr. Rodger Muwanguzi
Senior Project & Infrastructure Finance Officer
Trade & Development Bank (TDB)
Ms. Mekdes Mezgebu
Principal
Mekdes & Associates
Mr. Maxence Mirabeau
CEO
Tulu Moye Geothermal Operations PLC (TMGO)
Dr. Paul Mpuga
Chief Country Economist for Ethiopia
African Development Bank Group (AfDB)
African Development Bank Group (AfDB)
Henos Worku
Deputy Director General
Petroleum and Energy Authority of Ethiopia
Ms. Sonia Lioret
Deputy Director
Agence Française de Développement Ethiopia Office
Mr. Abdurehman Eid Tahir
CEO
Ethiopian Investment Holdings
Ethiopian Investment Holdings
Mr. Phil Harms
President and Co-Founder
4th Resource Corp.
Mr. Yalewayker Mandefro Bezie
Director, Energy Resources Development
Ethiopian Electric Power
Mr. Lars Tejlgaard
Investment Director and Co-Founder
Frontier Energy
Frontier Energy
Mr. Maralem Amdebrihan Belay
Manager, Generation Strategy & Investment Office
Ethiopian Electric Power
Mr. Marvin Bell
East Africa Director
Meridiam
Mr. Onesmus Muli
Senior Sales Manager, East Africa
Jinko Solar
Ms. Lensa Mekonnen
CEO
Land Bank and Development Corporation of Ethiopia
Mr. Thewodros Berhanu
Founder & Managing Partner
Europe Africa Investment Partners
Dr. Sun Xiansheng
Director General
CCIIP Energy Industry Cooperation Committee
Mr. Ermias Eshetu
CEO
FSD Ethiopia
H.E. Amb. Ali Sakila Bujiku
Deputy Head of Mission
Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania to Ethiopia
Participants
Location
The Sheraton Addis Luxury Collection Hotel
Located in the heart of the Ethiopian capital, the Sheraton Addis sits on a hilltop overlooking the city. With more than 16,500 square feet of modern meeting space, luxurious accommodation, restaurants and recreational facilities, this 5-star hotel is one of the best conference venues in Ethiopia.
* 25 % reduced room rates for conference attendees. Available in Classic King & Executive King room category.
Supporters
Host
African Energy Now is a grant-funded programme that supports African governments to secure financing for investment-ready projects in the renewable energy sector.
AEN provides expertise on technical and financial aspects of renewable energy projects and supports investments from the initial engagement of investors up to negotiated terms for financial close.
Producer
AfricaRising is specialised in the creation of cutting-edge investment conferences and the provision of business facilitation services on the African continent.
