--- title: Iroko People description: Iroko Africa brings together experienced practitioners who combine industrial insight, engineering depth, climate expertise and financial understanding. --- [![IROKO LOGO](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hubfs/IROKO%20LOGO.svg)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/?hsLang=en) [Our People](https://www.irokoafrica.com/people) Services [Green Industrialisation](https://www.irokoafrica.com/green-industrialisation?hsLang=en) [Climate Resilience](https://www.irokoafrica.com/climate-resilience?hsLang=en) [Projects](https://www.irokoafrica.com/references?hsLang=en) [Contact Us](https://www.irokoafrica.com/contact?hsLang=en) ![iroko\_people](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hubfs/iroko_people.png) The people behind Iroko # Courage to question. Perspective to connect. Grit to deliver. Iroko Africa brings together experienced practitioners who combine industrial insight, engineering depth, climate expertise and financial understanding. We ask the difficult questions, listen closely and connect the technical, operational, financial and climate dimensions of each challenge. We remain engaged from strategy through implementation, helping clients turn complexity into practical and deliverable solutions.  [CONNECT WITH US](https://www.irokoafrica.com/contact?hsLang=en) Leadership ## Family Owned. Women-led. Built for long-term impact. Our partners bring more than 100+ years of cumulative experience across engineering, industrial operations, energy, climate strategy, sustainable finance and advisory services. Active across multiple African markets, our leadership has supported leading industrial, public-sector and financial organisations while combining international expertise with a strong understanding of African operating realities. Iroko Africa is fully owned by its co-founders, who remain directly involved in the company’s vision, strategy, client relationships and day-to-day management. This provides clients with clear accountability, continuity and direct access to senior expertise throughout an assignment. We are equally committed to developing African talent, strengthening local capabilities and building long-term partnerships in the markets where we operate. Iroko Africa’s leadership combines entrepreneurial drive, technical expertise and hands-on operational experience, with a shared commitment to advancing competitive, low-carbon and climate-resilient development across Africa. ![Design sans titre (23)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Design%20sans%20titre%20(23).png?width=600&name=Design%20sans%20titre%20(23).png) Our values  - ![African Grit](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hubfs/African%20Grit.svg) ### African Grit We approach complex challenges with courage, curiosity and determination.  We ask the difficult questions, challenge  assumptions and continue searching for the best next question. We remain resourceful in demanding environments and stay engaged until a solution can work in practice.  - ![Group (3)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hubfs/Group%20(3).png) ### Stewardship We take responsibility for the long-term consequences of our work.  We consider the interests of our clients, their people, assets, communities and the environments in which they operate. We favour solutions that create lasting value rather than short-term appearances.  - ![Group (4)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hubfs/Group%20(4).svg) ### Co-creation We develop solutions with our clients and partners—not simply for them.  We listen, share knowledge and bring together complementary perspectives. By involving the people who will finance, implement, operate and maintain a solution, we build stronger ownership and more sustainable results.  Our team ![MARYEM (4)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(4).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(4).png) Emilie DELEVALLEE + South Africa | 25 years’ experience Climate Risk & Adaptation, Industrial & Value-Chain Decarbonisation & Circular Economy Emilie Delevallee holds an MSc in Materials Science from INSA Lyon (France) and Polytechnique Montréal (Canada), as well as an International Executive MBA from Henley Business School (UK/South Africa). She has 25 years of professional experience spanning heavy industry and large-scale energy projects with Alcan/Rio Tinto and Alstom Power in France and South Africa. Based in Africa for more than 10 years, she has developed expertise in sustainable energy systems, climate resilience, investment readiness and industrial transformation, supporting governments, development partners and private-sector clients in structuring complex transition programmes. As Founder and Partner leading Strategy & Business Development at Iroko Africa, she drives the company’s strategic growth and the development of integrated advisory solutions that translate energy, industrial and climate transitions into investment-ready projects across Africa. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/complex-project-management/) ![MARYEM (8)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(8).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(8).png) Jacques GUITTARD + South Africa, 25 years’ experience | Industrial Energy, Cooling, Geothermal Direct Use & Low-Carbon Energy Systems Jacques Guittard holds an MSc in Mechanical Engineering from INSA Lyon (France). He has 25 years of professional experience spanning manufacturing, industrial operations and large-scale energy projects with Peugeot PSA, Alstom, ORANO and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in France and South Africa. Based in Africa for more than 10 years, he specialises in the design and integration of industrial processes and sustainable energy systems, with expertise in energy efficiency, thermal systems, low-carbon engineering and industrial decarbonisation. As Co-Founder and Partner leading Engineering at Iroko Africa, he oversees the design and delivery of engineering solutions that improve industrial performance while accelerating low-carbon transitions across Africa. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacques-guittard-b75736b2/) ![MARYEM (10)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(10).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(10).png) Veeraiah KATTEPOGU + South Africa, 23+ years’ experience | Thermal Energy Infrastructure, Project Engineering & Asset Integrity Veeraiah Kattepogu is a professional Mechanical Engineer with over 23 years of international experience delivering large-scale thermal power and industrial energy infrastructure projects across South Africa, Germany and India. He holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, is a registered Professional Engineer with ECSA, is a PMP-certified Project Manager and is currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Johannesburg. He has led multidisciplinary engineering teams for organisations including Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Shell Refinery and Alstom Power, overseeing EPC project delivery, engineering change management, plant modifications and asset integrity. At Iroko Africa, he supports clients in the planning, delivery and optimisation of complex energy infrastructure projects across Africa. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/veeraiah-kattepogu-bb5a04255/) ![MARYEM (12)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(12).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(12).png) Farzanah AUMEER + Dubai / Mauritius, 10+ years’ experience | ESG, Climate Finance & Sustainable Investment Farzanah Aumeer is a sustainable finance and climate finance specialist with over 10 years of experience supporting the integration of environmental, social and climate considerations into investment, financing and risk management. She holds an MSc in Environmental Management and Technology. Her expertise spans sustainable finance structuring, ESG due diligence, climate risk assessment, sustainable finance taxonomies and impact measurement. She has worked with leading financial institutions, including The Mauritius Commercial Bank and EcoVadis, supporting sustainable finance frameworks, green bond reporting, taxonomy development and ESG integration across African markets. At Iroko Africa, she supports clients in developing finance-ready sustainable investment strategies and strengthening climate and ESG performance to mobilise green and transition finance. LinkedIn ![MARYEM (5)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(5).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(5).png) Anna KOTEY + Côte d’Ivoire, 20+ years’ experience | Industrial Energy Efficiency & Electrical Systems Anna Marie Kotey is an electrical engineering technician with more than 20 years of experience in industrial electrical systems, maintenance management and energy efficiency. She holds a Higher Technician’s Certificate (BTS) in Electrical Engineering from LOKO Group and has completed specialised training in Industrial Energy Efficiency, Energy Auditing and Renewable Energy Systems Design through CODINORM, GIZ and CGECI/AFNOR. Her expertise spans high- and low-voltage electrical installations, industrial maintenance, energy audits and equipment performance optimisation. At Iroko Africa, she supports industrial clients in conducting energy audits, analysing energy performance and implementing practical energy efficiency solutions that improve operational performance and reduce energy consumption.\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-marie-kotey-9766a2361/) ![MARYEM (7)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(7).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(7).png) Elysée YAO + Côte d’Ivoire, 12+ years’ experience | Industrial Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Thermal Energy & Process Optimisation Elysée Yao is an energy engineer with more than 12 years of experience in industrial energy efficiency, biomass energy systems and process optimisation across West Africa. He holds an MBA in Sustainable Development Management in the Enterprise from Tech Institute, a Degree in Electrotechnical Engineering from ESAM Abidjan and a Bachelor’s Degree in Energy Management and Renewable Energy from 2iE Ouagadougou. His expertise spans industrial energy audits, energy management, biomass power plants, waste heat recovery and industrial process optimisation. He has led numerous energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects for industrial clients, supporting energy performance improvements through technical studies, energy audits and implementation planning. At Iroko Africa, he supports clients in improving industrial energy performance and accelerating decarbonisation through practical, high-impact energy efficiency solutions. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanwouh-elysee-yao-9977423b/) ![MARYEM (9)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(9).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(9).png) Prudence OMOREMY + Benin / Côte d’Ivoire, 6+ years’ experience | Electrical, Renewable Energy & Energy Systems Prudence Omoremy is an electrical engineer with more than six years of experience in renewable energy, rural electrification and solar mini-grid development across West Africa. He holds an MSc in Electrical Engineering and has developed expertise in solar PV systems, energy access, technical quality assurance and performance monitoring. He has successfully delivered donor-funded renewable energy projects in collaboration with organisations including MCC, UNOPS and CEI Africa, supporting the design, deployment and optimisation of solar energy systems. At Iroko Africa, he supports clients in developing renewable energy and industrial decarbonisation projects, combining technical engineering expertise with data-driven performance optimisation to accelerate the energy transition across Africa. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/prudence-omoremy/) ![MARYEM (6)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(6).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(6).png) Maryem LADHARI + Tunisia, 10 years’ experience | Industrial Performance, Asset Management & Operational Excellence Maryem Ladhari holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal (Canada). She has 10 years of professional experience spanning asset management, operational excellence and organisational transformation across Canada and the Middle East, with organisations including Rio Tinto, Hydro-Québec, the City of Montréal and Veolia. A certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, she has led process improvement programmes, CMMS implementations and operational transformation initiatives across multidisciplinary organisations. At Rio Tinto, she led performance improvement initiatives across key corporate and operational functions and coordinated global programmes, including a cross-continental spare-parts initiative between Canadian operations and the Australian headquarters. Now based in North Africa, as Partner leading Staff & Operations at Iroko Africa, she oversees the company’s operations and organisational performance, enabling the efficient delivery of advisory, engineering and project implementation activities across Africa. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryem-ladhari-p-eng-lssbb-611b22114/) Giselle BAMUNDEKERE + France / Rwanda, 7+ years’ experience | Renewable Energy, Energy Policy, Carbon Accounting & Carbon Project Development Giselle Bamundekere is an energy professional with experience in renewable energy, energy policy, carbon and climate advisory across Africa. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Renewable Energy Engineering from Djillali Liabes University of Sidi Bel Abbess and a Master’s Degree in Energy Policy from the Pan African University Institute of Water, Energy and Climate Change. She also holds an FMVA certification and certifications in ISO 14064 Carbon Accounting and IFRS S1-S2. Her professional experience includes renewable energy engineering for solar PV and thermal systems, procurement for solar mini-grids, carbon project development under Verra, alignment of projects with national energy-efficiency strategies, and advisory work on geothermal energy deployment in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. At Iroko Africa, she is Lead Advisor on Energy, Carbon and Climate, providing strategic guidance and technical expertise to public and private entities on Africa’s energy transition, carbon markets and climate resilience. Her listed countries of work experience are Rwanda, Algeria, Benin Republic, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya and Uganda ![MARYEM (11)](https://www.irokoafrica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MARYEM%20(11).png?width=480&name=MARYEM%20(11).png) Jesper VAUVERT + Denmark / South Africa, 28+ years’ experience | Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Policy | Institutional Development Jesper Vauvert is a mechanical engineer with more than 28 years of international experience in energy efficiency, energy management and renewable energy across Africa and Asia. He holds an MSc in Mechanical Engineering (Physics) from the Technical University of Denmark and has led numerous donor-funded programmes for GIZ, DANIDA, the World Bank, the European Union and national governments. His expertise spans energy policy, institutional development, municipal energy management, capacity building, regulatory frameworks and industrial energy efficiency. At Iroko Africa, he supports governments, utilities and development partners in designing and implementing energy transition programmes that strengthen institutional capacity, improve energy performance and accelerate sustainable development. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesper-vauvert-0179784/) ## Turn your transition challenge into a deliverable project › Whether you are seeking to reduce industrial energy costs, decarbonise operations, strengthen asset resilience or prepare a project for financing, we help identify the best next step—and stay engaged through implementation. 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