Watts Next with Thabiso Njoko is the podcast that changes that.<br /><br /> Each week, Thabiso Njoko explores the future of renewable energy through the lens of African entrepreneurship: unpacking the technology, the policy, the investment, and the mindset required to build successful ventures in this rapidly growing sector.<br /><br /> From solar and wind power to energy investment, innovation, and government policy, the show breaks down complex topics into practical insights for entrepreneurs, founders, and forward-thinking business leaders across Africa.<br /><br /> If you’re building businesses for the future, energy is where the next wave of opportunity begins.<br /><br /> New episodes every week.<br /><br /> Stay charged.
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Watts Next with Thabiso Njoko is the podcast that changes that.<br /><br /> Each week, Thabiso Njoko explores the future of renewable energy through the lens of African entrepreneurship: unpacking the technology, the policy, the investment, and the mindset required to build successful ventures in this rapidly growing sector.<br /><br /> From solar and wind power to energy investment, innovation, and government policy, the show breaks down complex topics into practical insights for entrepreneurs, founders, and forward-thinking business leaders across Africa.<br /><br /> If you’re building businesses for the future, energy is where the next wave of opportunity begins.<br /><br /> New episodes every week.<br /><br /> Stay charged.
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April 3, 2026
Battery Storage & Energy Reliability | Solving Renewable Energy’s Biggest Problem
Renewable energy has one major challenge: it’s not always available when you need it.<br /><br /> In this episode of Watts Next with Thabiso Njoko, we explore how battery storage is solving the reliability problem in renewable energy, and why it’s becoming one of the most important sectors in the energy industry.<br /><br /> From powering homes at night to stabilizing entire energy systems, battery storage is unlocking the full potential of renewable energy across Africa.<br /><br /> In this episode, we cover:<br /><br /> ⚡ The challenge of intermittent energy<br /> ⚡ How battery storage works<br /> ⚡ Why storage is critical for energy reliability<br /> ⚡ Business opportunities in battery systems<br /> ⚡ The future of energy with storage<br /><br /> If you want to understand where the energy industry is going this episode is essential.<br /><br /> Podcast<br /><br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/WattsNextPod" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/WattsNextPod</a><br /><br /> Support & Community<br /><br /><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://buymeacoffee.com/thabi...</a><br /><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.patreon.com/thabis...</a><br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/thabisonjoko</a>
April 1, 2026
Energy Policy & Regulation in Africa | What Every Energy Entrepreneur Must Know
Energy is not just about technology,it’s also about rules.<br /><br /> In this episode of Watts Next with Thabiso Njoko, we break down energy policy and regulation in Africa and why it’s critical for entrepreneurs building in this space.<br /><br /> Understanding policy can be the difference between success and failure in the energy sector.<br /><br /> In this episode, we cover:<br /><br /> ⚡ Why energy policy matters<br /> ⚡ Licensing, tariffs, and regulatory frameworks<br /> ⚡ How policy can create or limit opportunities<br /> ⚡ Practical ways to navigate energy regulations<br /> ⚡ Why entrepreneurs must align with government priorities<br /><br /> If you want to build in renewable energy, you need to understand how the system works.<br /><br /> Podcast<br /><br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/WattsNextPod" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/WattsNextPod</a><br /> Support & Community<br /> Support the podcast<br /><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://buymeacoffee.com/thabi...</a><br /> Become a patron<br /><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.patreon.com/thabis...</a><br /> Join the community<br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/thabisonjoko</a>
April 1, 2026
The Money Behind Energy Projects | How Renewable Energy is Funded in Africa
Behind every solar project, mini-grid, or energy startup… there is money powering it.<br /><br /> In this episode of Watts Next with Thabiso Njoko, we break down how renewable energy projects are funded in Africa: from small startups to large-scale infrastructure.<br /><br /> Understanding energy finance is critical if you want to build, invest, or scale in this industry.<br /><br /> In this episode, we cover:<br /><br /> ⚡ Why energy is a capital-intensive industry<br /> ⚡ The different types of energy financing<br /> ⚡ How project finance works<br /> ⚡ What investors look for in energy businesses<br /> ⚡ A simple funding strategy for entrepreneurs<br /><br /> If you want to build in Africa’s energy sector, you need to understand how the money flows.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/WattsNextPod" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/WattsNextPod</a><br /><br /> Support & Community<br /> Support the podcast<br /><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://buymeacoffee.com/thabi...</a><br /> Become a patron<br /><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.patreon.com/thabis...</a><br /> Join the community<br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/thabisonjoko</a><br /> Listen to the podcast<br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/WattsNextPod" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/WattsNextPod</a><br /> Join the community<br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://linktr.ee/thabisonjoko</a><br /> Support the show<br /><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://buymeacoffee.com/thabi...</a><br /> Become a patron<br /><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thabisonjoko" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.patreon.com/thabis...</a>
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