Tenele Habangaan is the SACREEE Goodwill Ambassador for Gender and Youth Empowerment, a role in which she champions the critical importance of gender equity and youth inclusion in the energy sector. A seasoned energy professional, Tenele is a passionate advocate for sustainable development, consistently emphasizing how stable and sustainable energy access underpins Africa's growth. Her expertise spans power systems, energy trading, and operational leadership, with a career dedicated to driving operational excellence and contributing to policies that enhance community well-being. She holds a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, and a Masters in Power Systems Management from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, MA, USA.