WindAc Africa 2026

5–7 October 2026 | CTICC 2, Cape Town

Theme: The Knowledge Behind Watt Matters: Policy. Power. People.

WindAc Africa is a knowledge-sharing and academic platform bringing together students, researchers, academics, young professionals and industry experts to strengthen the connection between research, skills and the needs of the wind energy sector.

The 2026 programme will create space for emerging research, technical knowledge and new perspectives, while providing opportunities for the next generation of energy professionals to engage directly with industry.

Conference Registration

Register for WindAc Africa 2026

Join students, researchers, academics, young professionals and industry experts for two days of knowledge-sharing, research and engagement around the future of wind energy.

Dates: 6–7 October 2026
Venue: CTICC 2, Cape Town
Registration: Free
Registration closes: 25 September 2026

Site Visit Registration

WindAc Africa Site Visit

WindAc Africa 2026 will begin with a dedicated site visit on 5 October 2026, offering participants an opportunity to gain practical industry exposure ahead of the conference.

Registration for the site visit is separate from conference registration and is limited to the first 60 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Date: 5 October 2026
Capacity: 60 participants

Sponsorship

Partner with WindAc Africa

Support the development of the next generation of wind energy professionals and position your organisation alongside a platform focused on knowledge, skills, research and industry development.

A range of WindAc Africa 2026 sponsorship opportunities are available.

Adopt-a-Learner School

Through the WindAc Africa Adopt-a-Learner School initiative, organisations have an opportunity to support learner participation and help expose young people to opportunities within the renewable energy and wind energy sector.

The initiative creates a pathway for learners to engage with the industry, broaden their understanding of career opportunities and connect with the wider WindAc Africa programme.

WindAc Africa 2026 Programme

Explore the WindAc Africa 2026 programme, featuring research, technical discussions, knowledge-sharing sessions and industry engagement focused on strengthening the connection between academia, emerging professionals and the wind energy sector.

The programme brings together students, researchers, academics, young professionals and industry experts to share knowledge, present new thinking and engage on the issues shaping the future of wind energy.