Municipalities, AI and the integration of renewable energy

30 10 2025 | 15:31 ESI Africa

Listen to insights into the key themes and takeaways from an annual convention of Southern African municipal electricity experts

In this ESI Africa Podcast Nicolette Pombo-van Zyl, Editor-in-Chief of ESI Africa, interviews Professor Vally Padayachee, Association of Municipal Electricity Utilities Strategic Adviser, about the AMEU Convention.

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The convention saw electricity utility and industry experts gather to discuss critical topics related to the future of electricity energy in South Africa, including the integration of renewable energy, the role of artificial intelligence in electricity utilities, and strategies for achieving a balanced just energy transition.

In this podcast episode, we will explore the proceedings, deliberations and innovations that emerged from the convention, as well as their implications for electricity utilities, municipalities and communities alike.

A prominent thought leader and a consummate professional in the power and energy, Padayachee gives us insights into the key themes and takeaways from this important annual event.

The AMEU Convention 2025 took place in East London from 5 to 8 October.

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