Eskom CEO
Dan Marokane is a seasoned South African executive with a strong background in engineering, energy, and corporate turnaround strategy. He holds a BSc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cape Town, an MSc in Petroleum Engineering from Imperial College London, and an MBA also from UCT. Marokane began his tenure at Eskom in 2010, where he held senior leadership roles, including overseeing the Group Capital Division responsible for major infrastructure projects like Medupi and Kusile. In 2015, he was suspended during the height of the state capture crisis but was later cleared of any wrongdoing and left the company with a settlement.
Following his exit from Eskom, Marokane transitioned to the private sector, taking on executive roles at PetroSA, Efora Energy, and most notably as the interim CEO of Tongaat Hulett, where he led efforts to stabilize the financially distressed company. Known for his hands-on leadership and deep understanding of the energy and industrial sectors, he was appointed Group Chief Executive of Eskom starting March 1, 2024. His appointment comes at a critical time for the utility, which faces major challenges including load-shedding, aging infrastructure, and structural reform.
With experience managing procurement budgets exceeding R100 billion and capital expenditures of R60 billion annually, Marokane is widely regarded as a turnaround specialist. He is expected to play a pivotal role in stabilizing Eskom’s operations, combating corruption, and driving its transition to a more sustainable and modern energy model. As Eskom continues to supply around 90% of South Africa’s electricity, Marokane’s leadership is likely to be instrumental in shaping the country’s energy future.
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