Speaker

Rashid Ali Abdallah

Executive Director of African Energy Commission (AFREC)

Rashid Abdallah is the Executive Director of the African Energy Commission (AFREC), a role he has held since November 2018. AFREC focuses on energy development across Africa, coordinating and supporting African Union Member States.

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Rashid Abdallah believes in achieving sustainable energy goals, promoting renewable energy, and enhancing energy access and security. During his tenure, AFREC has undergone substantial transformation under his leadership, enhancing staff development and expanding the reach of its flagship programs across the continent. This has resulted in a doubled impact in supporting Member States of the African Union, marking a significant milestone in AFREC’s mission under Abdallah’s guidance.