ARE Energy Access Investment Forum 2025

8–10 Apr 2025 | Kampala, Uganda

Judith Marera

Founder and CEO

Lanforce Energy

Harare, Zimbabwe

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I'm Judith Marera, founder and CEO of Lanforce Energy, a women-led social enterprise revolutionizing access to clean energy in Zimbabwe through biogas

My organisation

Lanforce Energy is a social enterprise that provides affordable and sustainable renewable energy solutions, including biogas and solar energy systems, to underserved communities in Zimbabwe, generating revenue through equipment sales, installation services, and energy sales. Through a pay-as-you-go financing model and energy entrepreneurship training programs, Lanforce Energy empowers women and local entrepreneurs to drive energy access and economic development.
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About me

Judith Marera is a pioneering entrepreneur and CEO of Lanforce Energy, a women-led renewable energy social enterprise. Born in rural Zimbabwe, she witnessed firsthand the struggles of women and children in accessing energy. With a background in HR and experience in meteorology, Judith is driven to mitigate climate change impacts. Her achievements include being a Woman in Africa laureate, Tony Elumelu Foundation beneficiary, and Uplink World Economic Forum Top Innovator. She has received numerous awards for her innovative leadership and entrepreneurial spirit. Judith holds an MSc in HR Management and is pursuing an MBA. She is married with four children and is dedicated to empowering women and eradicating energy poverty through sustainable solutions

My organisation

Lanforce Energy is a women-led, for-profit social enterprise dedicated to providing sustainable energy solutions and agricultural to rural communities in Zimbabwe.

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Industry & Private Sector

Speaker sessions (1)

Wednesday, 9 April 2025

14:30 - 15:45

DRE Technology & innovations from the field (pitching session)

Location:Speke Ballroom (1st floor)Track:Track 1

This dynamic pitching session will showcase cutting-edge technological innovations and investment trends shaping the future of distributed renewable energy (DRE).