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Letlou delivers technical advisory expertise across energy and infrastructure — from feasibility through to long-term operation. Independent of technology, aligned to evidence.

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About Letlou

Engineering expertise across the project lifecycle

Letlou is an engineering consultancy focused on energy systems and the critical infrastructure that connects and supports them. We provide technical advisory to developers, investors, lenders, utilities, and public-sector clients — from early feasibility through to long-term operation.

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Our practice

Who we are

An independent engineering consultancy

We advise developers, investors, lenders, utilities, and public bodies at every stage of a project's life — bringing the same depth of expertise and independence to every assignment.

Why we do it

Infrastructure that works, for the long term

We believe infrastructure — built well and operated with care — creates lasting value for businesses, communities, and the environments they operate in. That belief drives us.

Our approach

Tailored to each project and stakeholder

We start by understanding the specific technical, commercial, and stakeholder realities at play — then provide focused, independent advice built around what actually needs to happen. Our recommendations follow the technical evidence, not a technology preference.

Why an elephant?

Nature's architect. Our inspiration.

We take inspiration from nature's most deliberate architect: the elephant. Known for forging paths through complex terrain and moving with a weight that reshapes the landscape, elephants embody the wisdom and durability we bring to every technical advisory mandate. Our practice is guided by the proverb "O gole o lekane le tlou"— a commitment to longevity. For our clients, this means infrastructure engineered not only for today's requirements, but built to serve communities and regions for generations to come.

We don't just advise. We provide the technical certainty that projects — and the people behind them — can rely on for generations. We leave behind infrastructure that works, and insight that proves right.
Our promise

Insight your project can build on.

Every project deserves technical advice that answers only to the evidence.

What we stand for

Vision, Mission & Purpose

The principles that guide every engagement, every recommendation, and every relationship we build.

Vision

Where we're headed

A world where the right expertise is always within reach — giving developers, investors, and communities the confidence to build sustainable infrastructure that lasts.

Mission

What we do every day

To deliver independent, technically rigorous advisory services that help energy and sustainable infrastructure projects get financed, built, and operated successfully.

Purpose

Why it matters to us

We believe well-delivered projects create real, lasting change — for businesses, communities, and the regions they serve. That is why we do what we do.

Leadership & Innovation

Rebaone Mako

Rebaone Mako

Founder | Professional Engineer

Professional Engineer (ECSA) with over a decade of experience across the SADC energy landscape. Rebaone leads Letlou’s technical due diligence and engineering oversight mandates, bridging the gap between rigorous international standards and the practical realities of utility-scale infrastructure.

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Patented Technology

ARF System©

A patented framework enhancing the Food‑Waste‑Energy‑Water nexus through the integration of crop & livestock production with renewable energy systems.

Nexus Model Agri-Voltaics + Biogas
Status Patented IP
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Founder Professional Registrations, Degrees, & Certifications
Engineering Council of South Africa South African Institute of Electrical Engineers Certified Public Private Partnership Professional Consulting Engineers of South Africa University of Cape Town China Aid

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What we do

Protect lenders, support developers, and certify outcomes

We provide independent technical advice at every stage, so your infrastructure project can secure financing, survive construction, and perform for decades.

Lender's Technical Advisor Owner's Engineer Independent Engineer Transaction Advisory

Every stakeholder. Every stage.

Different stakeholders ask different things. We're built to answer all of them.

Project company Project sponsors Lenders & financial institutions Public- sector Delivery partners Operations Advisors & transaction parties

One project, six perspectives

Independent technical assurance — whoever's asking.

Every stakeholder around this project has their own concern. Letlou provides the same rigour, independence, and technical depth to each of them, at every stage.

"Will this project get built right, on budget, and protect my investment?"

Project Sponsors

"Is my capital safe, and does the technical case stack up?"

Lenders & Financial Institutions

"Will this comply with our standards and serve our communities reliably?"

Public-Sector

"Will our designs, contracts, and risk allocations be assessed fairly?"

Delivery Partners

"Is the asset performing as it should, for as long as it should?"

Operations

"Can we trust the technical numbers behind this deal?"

Advisors & Transaction Parties

Same technical rigour, independent every time — whoever's asking.

Choose how you're engaging us

Select your mandate above

Choose how you're engaging Letlou to see how we support you from feasibility through to decommissioning.

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Ready to scope your project?

Tell us about your project and we'll prepare a tailored proposal. Most requests receive a draft within 5–7 business days.

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Track record

Projects & Engagements

A cross-section of advisory and engineering work delivered across energy and infrastructure projects in Southern Africa and beyond. This portfolio reflects the professional track record of our principal engineer — including mandates executed prior to founding Letlou. Attribution policy

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Mmatau AgriRenewable Facility
Featured Project Under Development
Owner's Engineer
Solar PV Biogas

Mmatau AgriRenewable Facility

North West Province, South Africa

A 75 MW integrated agrivoltaic and biogas facility combining solar energy generation, crop production, and livestock farming. A first-of-its-kind multisectoral development addressing energy security, food production, and rural economic development simultaneously.

75MW Solar PV Biogas + CHP 13 Crop Varieties 1,200 Cattle

Project stage

Feasibility
Development
Financial Close
Construction
Commissioning
Operations
Decommissioning

Key deliverables

Feasibility Study Conceptual Design Energy Yield Analysis Grid Connection Study Environmental Screening Climatic Risk Assessment Hydrological Assessment Geotechnical Assessment
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The Letlou Herd

Built to last. Come build with us.

Technical rigour is our currency; integrity is our foundation. We are looking for the next generation of engineers and advisors to join a practice built on evidence-led advice and collective impact.

Merit-led. Diversity-driven.

Independence in engineering requires a culture where assumptions are challenged and excellence is the only baseline. At Letlou, diversity is our greatest technical safeguard. We believe that a boutique consultancy thrives when multiple viewpoints converge to solve complex infrastructure challenges across the SADC region.

We are committed to an equitable professional landscape where your contribution is measured by one thing: the quality of your technical judgement and the integrity you bring to every assignment.

Equitable Landscapes Technical Autonomy Regional Impact

A standardized approach

Our recruitment process

Every application follows the same transparent hiring funnel, from submission to mandate deployment.

1

Submit application

Complete the relevant form in the Hub. You'll receive instant confirmation.

2

Initial screening

Our team reviews your profile against technical mandate requirements.

3

Interview

Technical and culture-fit discussions with senior engineering leadership.

4

Verification

Academic and professional background checks (POPIA compliant).

5

Preliminary offer

Negotiation of terms and mandate-specific details before finalisation.

6

Final offer

Welcome to the herd — your mandate onboarding begins.

Identify your entry point

Choose your professional track

Select the pathway that matches your experience level to enter our specialized recruitment portals.

01

Early Career

Students and graduates seeking a structured, 24-month roadmap to ECSA professional registration.

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02

Experienced

Senior engineers and technical advisors ready to lead utility-scale mandates and portfolios.

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03

Site Personnel

Inspectors and supervisors ready for project-specific deployments and on-site oversight.

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Corporate

Business professionals enabling engineering delivery through legal, financial, and operational rigour.

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Not looking for a specific role? Register for our general Talent Pool

We are building an institution for generations — not just filling roles for a project cycle. Every person who joins Letlou contributes to something that will outlast any single mandate: a body of expertise, a standard of integrity, and a legacy for the engineers who come after.

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Initiate a Mandate

Tell us about your project requirements. Our engineering team provides technical and commercial oversight across the SADC region.

Our Availability
Core hours: Mon – Fri  |  08:00 – 17:00 SAST Weekends & public holidays: By arrangement On-site support: Scheduled per engagement
All information you share with us is treated as strictly confidential and governed by a mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) which we will issue prior to any substantive technical engagement.
Quotations & RFQs: proposals@letlou.co.za

We have a dedicated proposal page for project enquiries.

Tell us about your project, select a mandate type, and optionally upload your RFP or brief. Most requests receive a draft proposal within 5–7 business days.

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All applications are processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes and will not be shared with third parties without your consent.

Explore opportunities in our Career section.

View open positions, graduate programmes, and site roles — then apply directly through the relevant application form. Each track has its own tailored process.

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We evaluate partnership proposals on the basis of technical complementarity, geographic alignment, and shared commitment to ethical practice. All discussions are confidential.
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