Empowering Women in Africa's Green Hydrogen Revolution
Key Ideas
  • Science Minister leads call for gender inclusivity in green hydrogen economy at WiGH breakfast in Cape Town.
  • Launch of Green Hydrogen Mentorship Platform aims at building an inclusive energy sector for women leaders.
  • Event highlights the importance of gender equality in South Africa's hydrogen policy frameworks and emphasizes mentorship for equitable growth.
  • Panel discussion underscores international commitment to collaboration with Africa in the green hydrogen sector.
The Women in Green Hydrogen (WiGH) breakfast at the 2025 Africa Green Hydrogen Summit in Cape Town marked a significant moment for gender inclusivity in the emerging green hydrogen economy. Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina spearheaded the call for empowering women in the sector by launching the Green Hydrogen Mentorship Platform, aimed at connecting emerging talent with seasoned professionals to advance equitable growth in the hydrogen industry. The event brought together women leaders from various sectors to discuss the theme 'Investing in a Regional Just Energy Transition: A Focus on Green Hydrogen.' The importance of gender equality in South Africa's hydrogen policy frameworks was emphasized, with a call to ensure women are not excluded from the energy transition. The event also saw the launch of a new gender guide by the Electricity and Energy Department, highlighting the urgency of gender mainstreaming in the sector. The African Union Commission stressed the necessity of embedding gender equity across the continent's green hydrogen value chain for sustainable development. The panel discussion included insights on hydrogen transport and international policy collaboration, affirming a commitment to advancing the green hydrogen agenda. The event was described as a strategic turning point for women in Africa's green hydrogen future, emphasizing the need for an inclusive and just energy transition led by all stakeholders.
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