Exciting News: Kakale Munamati Elected Deputy Chair of SAPVIA’s Environmental WG!

We’re proud to announce that Kakale Munamati, Environmental Specialist at EDF Renewables, has been elected Deputy Chairperson of SAPVIA’s Environmental Working Group (South African Photovoltaic Industry Association).

🔹 About Kakale Munamati:

Kakale is an accomplished environmental professional with over 8 years of experience in environmental impact assessment, compliance, monitoring, auditing, and water use licensing. She holds a Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, backed by a solid academic background in biological sciences, applied biology, and ecology.

Her work spans across infrastructure development and renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on permitting, biodiversity monitoring, adaptive management, and stakeholder engagement. Fluent in English, French, Setswana, and isiXhosa, Kakale thrives in multicultural environments and brings a collaborative spirit to every project.

🔹 In Her Role as Deputy Chairperson:
Kakale will support the leadership of the Environmental Working Group by:

  1. Driving initiatives around environmental permitting, compliance, and water use licensing.
  2. Engaging with stakeholders across the sector to address pressing challenges.
  3. Promoting sustainable practices across South Africa’s growing renewable energy landscape.

💡 Kakale’s Vision:
Deeply passionate about sustainability and environmental stewardship, Kakale is committed to fostering innovation and collaboration to help shape a greener, more resilient energy future for South Africa.

Please join us in congratulating Kakale on this well-earned recognition! We look forward to the positive impact she will bring to the Environmental Working Group and the broader renewable energy community.

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🌱 Let’s work together to build a more sustainable future!

Market Segment
System Size
Total Capacity
Residential
0 - 30 kWp
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Commercial and Industrial (C&I) - SSEG
30kWp - 1MWp
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C&I Large Scale and utility scale
1MWP - 50MWp
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Utility Scale
> 50MWp
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