Dr Gbenga Apata is an electrical engineer with a doctorate from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, specialising in alternative and renewable energy solutions. His expertise lies in energy systems and innovation, energy economics, energy policy, and just energy transitions, focusing particularly on sub-Saharan Africa and the broader African continent. In addition to his academic pursuits, Dr Gbenga is dedicated to community development, actively participating in projects that give back to the community.