This FRS Talks aims to delve into the intricate political economy governing energy regulation across Africa, as presented in the book ‘Energy Regulation in Africa’ by Dr. Ishmael Ackah and Dr. Charly Gatete. The discussion will cover the diverse regulatory frameworks, emerging technologies, climate change issues, regional energy markets, and the role of regulators in promoting gender mainstreaming in the energy sector.
Speakers
Dr. Ishmael Ackah | Executive Secretary of Ghana’s Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC)
Dr. Charly Gatete | Applied Researcher at the African School of Regulation (ASR),
Invited Discussant
Louise Mathu | Consultant, ASR
Co-Hosts
Carol Awuor Ofafa | Research Associate, ASR – African School of Regulation
Prof. Lucila Almeida | Part-time Professor, EUI/RSCAS/FSR
Swetha Ravi Kumar | Executive Director, FSR Global
The event is co-hosted by Carol Ofafa, a Research Associate at the African School of Regulation (ASR), Prof. Lucila de Almeida, a Part-time Professor at EUI/RSCAS/FSR and Swetha Ravi Kumar the Executive Director of FSR Global based in India. Their roles involve facilitating the discussion, moderating the session, and ensuring the smooth progression of the event. Through their expertise and affiliations with leading academic institutions, they contribute to the intellectual depth and diversity of perspectives within the dialogue.
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