Under the patronage of his Excellency the Prime Minister of Egypt
- The Congress begins on 26 September and will last for a week, in cooperation with the African Development Bank, with the participation of 1,500 attendees, including electricity and energy ministers from APUA member countries.
- Discussions will cover the challenges of energy transition in African countries, energy sector reforms, governance, and the sustainability of African energy companies, as well as the future of the energy sector on the continent.
- It will also explore strengthening public-private partnerships and innovative solutions to improve the efficiency of energy utilities.
- Dr. Mahmoud Esmat: Supporting partnerships, cooperation, and exchange of expertise with our African brothers... Hosting the Congress affirms the trust and cements Egypt’s leading role in supporting the energy sector in Africa.
Statement from the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy:
As part of Egypt’s strategic orientation to support partnerships and cooperation with African countries—and in accordance with the ongoing directives of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to enhance joint action, coordination, and provide comprehensive support in various fields, including the exchange and transfer of expertise with African brothers for the benefit and advancement of the continent—Dr. Mahmoud Esmat, Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, welcoming Mr. Abel Tella, Director General of the Association of Power Utilities of Africa ( APUA ), and his accompanying delegation at the Ministry’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital. The meeting was attended by Eng. Gaber Desouky, Chairman of the Egyptian Electricity Holding Company, to discuss the arrangements for hosting the 21st Congress of APUA, which Egypt will host from September 26 to October 3, 2025, in Cairo, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly.
Egypt’s selection as host of the Congress reflects the continued confidence of both the African and international communities in its constructive role in advancing the dialogue on the continent’s energy future. This year’s edition holds special significance as it marks the 55th anniversary of the Association of Power Utilities of Africa ( APUA ), and will feature the official transfer of APUA leadership from Senegal to Egypt. Egypt’s assumption of this role builds on its previous contributions, including chairing the Scientific Committee and serving as First Vice President of the Association in recent years. It further demonstrates Egypt’s commitment to supporting Africa’s energy development by shaping its extensive experience and well-established infrastructure.
The 21st Congress is organized in collaboration with the African Development Bank and the APUA Secretariat. It is anticipated to welcome around 1500 participants, including ministers of electricity and energy from APUA member countries, CEOs of African power utilities, policymakers, senior officials, experts, regional and international development partners, and representatives of both local and global energy companies.
Dr. Mahmoud Esmat emphasized that holding the Congress in Egypt reaffirms the trust of both the African and international communities in Egypt’s capabilities and cements its pioneering role in supporting the energy sector across African nations. He highlights Egypt’s commitment to enhancing African cooperation in all fields of electricity and energy, explaining that the Congress will serve as an ideal platform for developing a shared vision aligned with global energy developments. He also reaffirmed Egypt’s dedication to supporting the energy transition in Africa and increasing reliance on renewable energy sources, pointing to the national energy strategy, which aims to increase the share of renewables to 42% of total power generation by 2030 and 65% by 2040, as part of building a cleaner and more sustainable energy mix.
He also pointed to the national energy strategy, which aims to increase the share of renewables to 42% of total energy generated by 2030 and 65% by 2040, continuing efforts to build a more sustainable and clean energy mix.
It is worth noting that this year’s edition of the APUA Congress is being held under the theme “Energy Transition Challenges”, and will address several key topics, including the energy transition, energy sector reforms, governance and sustainability of African energy utilities, and the future of the African energy sector. It aims to explore both the challenges and opportunities facing the African energy landscape and to promote partnerships between the public and private sectors to accelerate investment in renewable energy projects. It will also showcase the latest technologies and innovative solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of energy utilities.
The Congress program features a variety of high-level events and forums, including the Governance and Leadership Forum for Executives, the African Single Electricity Market Forum (AfSEM), and the African Women in Energy Forum (AWEF). In addition, the event features high-level panel discussions, workshops, and technical exhibitions. Delegates will also have the opportunity to participate in field visits to leading energy projects in Egypt, highlighting the country’s efforts to advance the transition toward green energy.
