Sabatha Mthwecu (M)
CEO
At Solar Rais, we recognise that Africa’s transition to a sustainable energy economy will only be truly transformative if it is both inclusive and equitable. Women must not be positioned merely as beneficiaries of this transition, but as active participants, innovators, decision-makers and leaders shaping the future of energy. As an Energy-as-a-Service company committed to rewarding sustainability, we seek to translate this conviction into meaningful economic opportunity. Through initiatives such as Women for Green Jobs, we are creating pathways for young women to acquire the skills, experience and opportunities required to participate meaningfully in the renewable energy and e-mobility sectors. Our commitment to the Women’s Empowerment Principles reflects our belief that gender equality is not simply a social imperative, but an essential component of sustainable economic development. We are committed to embedding this principle across our workplace, partnerships and wider value chain, contributing to a green economy in which opportunity, innovation and leadership are accessible to all.