Nomfundo Maseti
Full-Time Regulator Member: Piped-Gas NERSA
“Ms Nomfundo Maseti serves as the full-time Regulator and Board member of the National Energy Regulator of SA (NERSA) for the almost 11 years. She is responsible for the regulation of the gas industry whilst participating on governance and regulatory decisions can relating to other energy regulatory sectors such as electricity and petroleum pipelines.
She was assigned as a temporary regulator member in charge of the Electricity Regulation portfolio and Petroleum Pipelines Regulatory portfolio between the period 2017 until March 2020.
She practiced competition economics at the Competition Commission of SA for 7 years where she successfully investigated, analysed cases involving violation of the Competition Act and handled merger review transactions. She served as a part-time member of ICASA’s Statutory Committee adjudicating upon unlawful acts in the telecommunications industry. She worked at the Department of Trade and Industry responsible for policy formulation, review, and development of regulations and legislation under the corporate and consumer regulation division.
She has more than 20 years of experience in regulatory enforcement in various industries and worked for competition and economic regulators.
She serves as a Deputy Chairperson of the National Consumer Tribunal adjudicating over consumer protection and consumer credit matters, where she writes published judgments. She serves as a Non-Executive Chairperson of the Regulating Committee for Meteorological Services responsible for tariff regulation and promotion of competitive outcomes.
She trained in economics, having obtained a BA Honours (Economics), a Postgraduate Diploma in “Economics of Competition Law,” and an MCom in Competition and Economic Regulation.
Conference Agenda Sessions
PANEL DISCUSSION: The Role of Gas in Southern Africa’s Energy Mix
Southern Africa's energy transition hinges on finding the right balance between energy security and clean energy goals (and availability for financing gas ambitions). This session will explore the role of natural gas and highlight generation plans. Panellists will discuss recent plans, the expertise needed to meet upcoming gas-to-power projects. They will also weigh-in on what infrastructure is required to accelerate gas-powered generation. We'll also analyse the economic impact of gas to power across industries. A key part of this discussion will highlight innovation in finance with a special mention on the role of mezzanine finance and how can we accelerate access to capital that will allow positive market movements.
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What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of using gas as a fuel source?
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What are the opportunities and challenges for regional cooperation on gas development and utilisation
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How will gas fit into Southern Africa's energy transition and efforts to restore energy security?
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Which gas-to-power project bid windows are open and are there any more gas-to-power projects in the works?
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How can gas help Southern Africa achieve its decarbonization goals?
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How can we ensure that gas development aligns with Africa's climate goals and sustainable development objectives?
Thursday 10 October 11:15 - 12:30 Energy Stage
Africa's Energy Mix & Clean Energy Future
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What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of using gas as a fuel source?
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What are the opportunities and challenges for regional cooperation on gas development and utilisation
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How will gas fit into Southern Africa's energy transition and efforts to restore energy security?
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Which gas-to-power project bid windows are open and are there any more gas-to-power projects in the works?
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How can gas help Southern Africa achieve its decarbonization goals?
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How can we ensure that gas development aligns with Africa's climate goals and sustainable development objectives?