In this sixteenth episode of Womanifesto, Elekanyani Ndlovu reflects on some of her first introductions to the academic and teaching world, and has the privilege of gaining insight from an incredible woman flying her flag within the energy space through her impact in academia in South Africa. Professor Roula Inglesi-Lotz shares some of her journey within the research arena of energy, and how to engage experiences like load shedding. Looking at the tension between the functionality of business and the idea of access for all, she shares some insight on the many factors that result in the national energy crisis we face, touching on business, infrastructure and socioeconomic realities.  Not only is this episode about gaining more understanding of the system in which we find ourselves, but also noting how women within energy and engineering are few and far between with a serious lack of representation and role models. Join the conversation where we tackle some of the realities in the industry, from board rooms to classrooms and bridging these gaps through changing the way young girls see science! This is about shifting and moulding mindsets that encourage, support and inspire young women to pursue careers in innovative science and technology, by being stewards and thought leaders ourselves.

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