Correspondent
Samantha Chinyoka is a Renewable Energy Engineer currently working as the Projects Director for a green energy company in Zimbabwe. She holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems from the University of Leeds, U.K.
Samantha is passionate about addressing equity and climate change through renewable-based energy transitions. She also has a keen interest in climate and energy policymaking, particularly in the role it plays in supporting low-carbon economic growth. At present, she is a member of the Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition and youth climate action groups, the YOUNGO@UNFCCC and the UN-MGCY SDG7 Youth Constituency.
When Samantha is not working, you’ll find her volunteering for charity. She particularly enjoys mentoring young people living in institutionalised homes, helping them realise their potential, to raise their aspiration levels, and prepare them for life after the institution.
Fun fact: She has a thing for good, quality chocolate.
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