Energy Tech in Africa: From Innovation to Scale
Fair Energy Transition Masterclass 2026, Lesson 2: Energy Tech in Africa, From Innovation to Scale
Friday, December 11, 2026 · 11:00 AM UTC (12:00 PM Paris) · Online
What does it take to scale energy tech in Africa?
What does it take to turn a promising energy innovation into a scalable business? From decentralised solar and electric mobility to digital energy services and clean cooking, African entrepreneurs are finding new ways to power homes, businesses and livelihoods, across an energy mix where renewables, gas and conventional sources each play a role. Innovation is also changing how customers pay for energy: pay-as-you-go LPG models, for example, combine smart metering and flexible payments to make cleaner cooking more accessible.
From pilot to scale: business models, financing and delivery
Yet scaling takes more than technology: a viable business model, the right financing and reliable delivery in complex markets. How can energy startups move from pilot to commercial deployment? What makes an energy business investable? How can investors, corporates and accelerators help?
A masterclass led by Dr. Ikram Labtaini, UM6P Ventures
Join the AFRICA CEO FORUM’s second Fair Energy Transition Masterclass, led by Dr. Ikram Labtaini, DeepTech Director at UM6P Ventures. Drawing on African business cases, the session explores the opportunities and practical challenges of moving from early traction to sustainable growth.
Why attend?
- See where technology and digital models open new opportunities in Africa’s energy mix
- Learn what turns a promising energy innovation into an investable, scalable business
- Understand how financing needs evolve from early stage to wider deployment
- Discover how accelerators and investors support energy startups on the journey to scale
Who should attend?
Energy tech founders, investors (VC, climate, impact), banks and DFIs, energy companies and corporate innovation teams, incubators, accelerators, research institutions, policymakers, development partners, students and young professionals.