Brics Youth Summit: How the youth can help drive Africa’s energy transition
South Africa's Department of Mineral Resources and Energy in partnership with the BRICS Youth Energy Agency is today hosting a youth energy summit in the Gauteng Province. It will bring 200 young entrepreneurs, researchers, and activists together to discuss and shape the future of energy for Africa and the BRICS countries. Elizabeth Marabwa, Chief Director of the Programmes & Project Management Office at the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy joins CNBC Africa for more.
Thu, 03 Aug 2023 10:44:01 GMT
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- Youth involvement is crucial in driving Africa's transition to sustainable energy sources
- The summit provides a platform for young entrepreneurs and activists to collaborate on energy solutions
- The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy is prioritizing youth engagement in energy initiatives
South Africa's Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, in partnership with the BRICS Youth Energy Agency, is hosting a youth energy summit in the Gauteng Province. The summit aims to bring together 200 young entrepreneurs, researchers, and activists to discuss and shape the future of energy for Africa and the BRICS countries. Elizabeth Marabwa, Chief Director of the Programmes & Project Management Office at the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy in South Africa, shed light on the importance of youth involvement in driving Africa's energy transition in an exclusive interview with CNBC Africa. Marabwa emphasized the critical role that young people can play in accelerating the continent's shift towards sustainable and renewable energy sources. The summit serves as a platform for the youth to exchange ideas, share innovations, and collaborate on solutions to energy challenges facing the region.