Scaling Impact: Inside Elsewedy Electric's African Strategy

What does it take to deliver energy infrastructure at scale across one of the world's most diverse markets? And why are local partnerships becoming one of the biggest drivers of long-term success in Africa's energy transition?Hosted by Energy News Network (ENN) and The Electricity Hub, Let's Talk Energy continues its special series recorded at the Africa Energy Forum 2026 with Ahmed Amin, Commercial Director, CPLP Countries, Elsewedy Electric.The conversation explores Elsewedy Electric's long-term commitment to Africa, from expanding manufacturing and investing in regional hubs to delivering transmission, distribution and turnkey energy projects across the continent.Ahmed discusses why understanding local markets, investing in people and building strong partnerships with governments and businesses are central to the company's growth strategy, and why bringing knowledge and execution closer to customers will be critical to supporting Africa's industrialisation and energy ambitions.