The Third IASTED African Conference on
Power and Energy Systems
~AfricaPES 2010~

Science and Technology Applications for Health and Sustainable Development

September 6 – 8, 2010
Gaborone, Botswana

Sponsors

The International Association of Science and Technology for Development (IASTED)

International Journal of Power and Energy Systems

World Modelling and Simulation Forum (WMSF)
WMSF

BOTSWANA POWER CORPORATION
BOTSWANA POWER CORPORATION
Water Utilities Corporation
Water Utilities Corporation

Debswana Diamond Mining Company
Debswana Diamond Mining Company
Department of Water Affairs, MMEWR
Department of Water Affairs, MMEWR

Grand Palm Hotel
Grand Palm Hotel
University of Botswana
University of Botswana

Host Organization

University of Botswana

Conference Chair

Prof. George O. Anderson
University of Botswana, Botswana
Conference Chair Portrait

Keynote Speaker

Prof. Trevor Gaunt
University of Cape Town, South Africa
Keynote Speaker Portrait

Invited Speakers

Ms. Nosipho Maphumulo
Eskom Distribution, South Africa
Invited Speaker Portrait
"Non-conventional Substation and Distribution System for Rural Electrification"

Prof. George O. Anderson
University of Botswana, Botswana
Invited Speaker Portrait

Panel Session

Prof. Toshko Zhelev
University of Limerick, Ireland
Panel Session Portrait
Prof. Thoko Majozi
University of Pretoria, South Africa
 Portrait

Special Session Organizers

"Low Energy Buildings: Zero-net-energy Mission"

Dr. Frederic Miranville
University of Reunion, France
Special Session Organizer Portrait

Location

Gaborone, Botswana Location Image
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Botswana has been called an oasis of peace and tranquility on the African continent. It has a history of political stability, a low crime rate, and is one of Africa's most successful economies. Botswana is about the size of France or Kenya, but its low population density has ensured that its beautiful wilderness has remained unspoiled. Botswana is home to 120,000 migrant elephants – the largest elephant population in the world. The Kalahari Desert covers 84% of the country, yet in the midst of this desert is the world's largest inland delta. The Okavango Delta is a breathtaking labyrinth of lagoons, lakes, and hidden channels covering an area of 17000 km². There you will find the Moremi Game Reserve, with forests, floodplains, and lagoons that offer spectacular glimpses of a huge diversity of plant and animal life, including lions, buffalo, crocodiles, and leopards.

The administrative centre for Botswana's strong economy, the capital city of Gaborone, is a fast-growing, vibrant modern city. Shop the amazing collections of local arts and crafts and you will fall in love with Botswana's rich culture and history. Enjoy the many fine restaurants and nightclubs, or take a quiet walk up Kgale Hill to see an amazing view of the city, as well as the pair of black eagles that nest in the craggy cliff face just below the peak.

For more information on Botswana, visit the official tourism site: Tourism of Botswana.


Indexing

The proceedings will be sent for indexing in the following:

Important Deadlines

Submissions DueApril 15, 2010
Notification of AcceptanceMay 30, 2010
Final Manuscripts DueJune 15, 2010
Registration DeadlineJuly 5, 2010