OUR TEAM
Embarking on a journey fueled by the vibrant energy of youth, our team stands as a testament to equality, with a perfect blend of women and men at every step. Drawing wisdom from our mother company, we weave a tapestry of diverse cultures and capabilities, enriching our collective knowledge and propelling us towards boundless innovation and success, while facilitating seamless knowledge transfer across our dynamic workforce.
EMILIE DELEVALLEE
CEO (South Africa)
25 years’ experience in the industrial and energy sectors. 8 years of projects in Africa (South Africa, Senegal, Benin, Sierra Leone, Ivory Coast).
Engineer with an Executive MBA.
Carbon Auditing Professional.
"I believe Africa can pave the way for sustainable industrialisation, from which the developed world can learn a lot, by combining sobriety, low-carbon energy solutions, and circular industry."
GISELLE BAMUNDEKERE
Business Development Associate (Ivory Coast)
5 years’ experience in clean energy on the African continent (Algeria, Rwanda, Benin and Côte D’Ivoire).
Energy policy analyst with an Engineering background.
Carbon Auditing Professional.
“I am driven by that magical moment when electricity is switched on for the first time in a village. More than just a light, it triggers an ecosystem of opportunities. Energy access is a right, and we work to accelerate energy access and drive energy sensitivity across our continent - from the ground up.”
Jacques guittard
Technical Director (South Africa)
25+ years' experience in Industrial and Energy Sectors. 9 years of Projects in South Africa.
Professional Mechanical Engineer & Energy Engineer.
Carbon Auditing Professional.
"The art of engineering is to make the most of available resources. Doing more and better with less is now essential. Sobriety has become the cornerstone of energy engineering."
amy Marshall
Advisory Director (South Africa)
15+ years of experience as a project manager across Southern Africa, specialising in climate, sustainable development, green economy, and environmental communications. Passionate about climate action, community development, and communications.
Geographer and Environmental Scientist (MSc, PhD), Socio-Ecological Systems (SES) Specialist.
"Africa faces immense climate challenges but posesses the resilience and innovation to forge a sustainable future. By embracing clean technologies and inclusive strategies, we can build a future that truly leaves no one behind. Africa’s time is now."
ÉLYSÉE SANWOUH YAO
Energy Efficiency Engineer (Ivory Coast)
Over 10 years in the biomass energy production sector, energy management and optimisation of energy consumption and costs in industry. 3 years' expertise in energy efficiency.
“Energy efficiency is a lever for competitiveness and sometimes a question of survival for businesses. It requires the implementation of best practices, from the analysis of energy consumption and expenditure to the implementation of investments that generate energy savings.”
agathe leRoux
Environmental Engineer (South Africa)
Project Manager Energy/carbon/Climat nexus
5 years' experience in environmental project management. 4 years' experience in West Africa.
"Climate change has no rules and impacts everyone, every industry, and every country. I'm proud to be a player in the adaptation and transition to climate change."
Bonolo Matle
Social Media & Tech (South Africa)
With 5 years experience in tech and 7 years in the social media space working along side both small and large companies.
"Have you ever been nervous to do something but took it on because you know it has the potential to shift the world while it stretches you , and questions what you know as the room is full of people who you can admire? Yep that’s why I am here."
Larissa Mwali
Admin / Executive Assistant (South Africa)
More than 10 years of experience in working alongside Executives and high-profile officials. Strong background in business management.
“Being part of a dynamic team in the Energy Sector is like stepping into the heart of innovation, where every idea sparks change and every action powers progress. IROKO Africa offers this and more.”
LAETItIA YABLEHI
Executive Assistant (Ivory Coast)
Over 7 years of experience in various administrative and commercial services.
"Ensuring future generations a healthier environment and a better living space—that is our mission."
mukuru wesigye
Energy Efficiency Engineer (South Africa)
12 years' experience in Commercial and Industrial Sectors.
11 years of project experience in South Africa.
Professional Engineering Technologist. Certified Energy Manager.
Certified Measurement and Verification Professional.
Carbon Auditing Professional.
"We owe the future generations a healthy and vibrant environment that is in fact borrowed from them. We all ought to do our part to make this a reality."