Mwanda Mizengi Léon is a Congolese energy systems researcher and Transmission Line Manager at SNEL SA, currently affiliated with the University of Kinshasa in Kinshasa, DR Congo. Holding the position of Overhead Transmission Line Manager at SNEL SA, Léon brings valuable field experience to his academic endeavors.

He earned academic credentials from the Regional School of Water (École Régionale de l’Eau) at the University of Kinshasa, where his research focuses primarily on electrical energy infrastructure in the DR Congo. Alongside collaborator Mampuya Nzita André, Léon co-authored the open‑access review article Comparative Analysis of Lattice Pylons and Polygonal Monopods in the SNEL SA Electricity Network, published in IgMin Research on March 3, 2025. 

The study analyzed the electrical grid of SNEL SA—specifically assessing the performance of lattice towers versus polygonal monopods under threats like vandalism and high maintenance costs. Their analytical work, utilizing geometric assessments and Impax software simulations, concluded that monopods provide improved resistance to vandalism, lower maintenance costs, and better aesthetic integration, advocating for their increased deployment to secure grid reliability 

Léon’s expertise in grid resilience builds on his professional background, marked by hands-on management and academic research. His contributions offer practical insights that bridge field operations with theoretical modeling—addressing real-world energy infrastructure challenges in the DR Congo. With work featured in multidisciplinary outlets like IgMin Research and regional engineering journals, Léon represents a dynamic force in advancing sustainable and secure electrical networks across Central Africa.

Mwanda Mizengi Léon’s research interests lie at the intersection of electrical energy infrastructure, grid resilience, and sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa. He focuses particularly on the design, analysis, and optimization of high-voltage transmission systems. His work explores the structural and operational performance of overhead power lines, comparing different support technologies such as lattice pylons and polygonal monopods. Léon is also deeply engaged in the study of energy system vulnerabilities—especially those arising from vandalism, climate impacts, and aging infrastructure. His interest in cost-effective and robust solutions is reflected in his use of software tools for structural simulation and energy system modeling. Furthermore, he is passionate about integrating renewable energy sources into national grids and improving energy access in underserved regions. By aligning academic research with practical field experience, Léon aims to contribute to the modernization and sustainability of the electrical power sector in the Democratic Republic of Congo and beyond.