Summit Day
Summit Day
- Idris Bello - Founding Partner, Loftyinc Capital Management
- Cameron Joyce - SVP, Deputy Head of Research Insights, Preqin
Evaluating the ebbs and flows in fundraising and dry powder levels and the impacts on pricing and recovery. What does a winning fundraising strategy look like today? How are African fund managers responding to the challenges of a volatile market? Why taking the road less travelled can sometimes make all the difference.
- Phathutshedzo Mabogo - Deputy Chief Investment Officer, Eskom Pension and Provident Fund (EPPF)
- Tokunboh Ishmael - Managing Partner, Alitheia Capital
- Shruti Chandrasekhar - Head of Private Equity Investments, Africa Region, IFC
- Jonathan Sengendo - Director, Investments, Sango Capital
How to attract foreign commercial capital according to the LPs. How can LPs enhance their exposure to African markets? What asset allocation challenges are most widely experienced by investors today, and how can these be practically addressed? Exploring the trending asset classes- how are investors diversifying their portfolios while thinking outside the box?
- Jacop B. Rentschler - Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Zoscales Partners
- Ijeoma Agboti - Managing Director & CEO, FBNQuest Funds
- Treena Maguire - Director, Moravia Capital Investments
- Chinedu Mofunanya - Portfolio Manager, Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA)
- Sifiso Sibiya - Head of Investments, Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF)
How to successfully integrate manager selection into core risk management frameworks. What are the best tried and tested due diligence techniques for investors in Africa focused funds? What are the real secrets to making the marriage last?
- Eric Maillebiau - Founder, CapEos
- Mack Schow - Deputy Head of Africa Equity & Global Climate Investments, DEG
- Michael Tomlins - Co-Founder & CEO, Apaya
First time fundraising tips and the mistakes to avoid – how can emerging managers in Africa build a convincing case? What breakthrough support tools are out there for new founders looking to draw capital? When bold new bets pay off – exploring stories of African success.
- Zachariah George - Managing Partner, Launch Africa Ventures
How to build a VC model that is attractive for local and foreign investors. Breaking down the fundraising entry barriers on the continent. What methods have local governments utilised to assist the VC landscape and how can they continue to shape a more supportive legislative framework to catalyse growth in Africa?
- Raj Kulasingam - Senior Counsel, Dentons and Director, SM River
- Margaret O'Connor - Chairperson, Launch Africa Ventures
- Ibrahim Sagna - Chairman, Silverbacks Holdings
- Idris Bello - Founding Partner, Loftyinc Capital Management
- Dipo Okuribido - Vice President, Legal, Verod Capital Management
How can managers establish a fund successfully in Africa through cost and time efficient methods? How to navigate difficult legal and regulatory environments. In what ways can Africa alleviate elevated perceptions of financial risk? With a relative lack of fund choice and track records, how can investor confidence on the continent be boosted to break the vicious circle?
- Sheila Kyarisiima - Partner, NISK Capital
- Jean-Marc Savi de Tové - Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Adiwale Partners
- Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes - Founder & Managing Partner, Aruwa Capital Management
- Faridah Usman - Director, Kuramo Capital Management
The inside scoop: which LP demands do the African GPs find most challenging to accommodate? What do the international LPs want to see more of from African GPs today? How can both parties support each other on the investment journey? It’s a people’s business: exploring the recipe for a loyal, long-term relationship in turbulent waters.
- Treena Maguire - Director, Moravia Capital Investments
- Mia von Koschitzky-Kimani - General Partner, Future Africa
- Harrison Green - Investment Manager, Triple Jump
- Christian Roelofse - Investment Officer, FMO
How are GPs making a difference in Africa?
A series of fund managers will showcase their most life-altering moves on the continent.
- Lynn Nguyen - Founder & CEO, Altaaris
- Moushmi Patel - Partner, Sanari Capital
- Christian Winkler - Managing Partner, asc impact
- Nyaradzo Nyimo - Senior Principal, Spear Capital
Which ingredients form a successful blended finance strategy today and how can this be scaled to catalyse sustainable growth in Africa? Are the DFIs and private capital investors taking on the risk? What are the tools and methods to navigate complex structures and liquidity challenges? How can development finance stir up the mobilisation of commercial capital in a way that achieves the SDGs as well as the returns?
- David Creighton - Chair of the Board of Directors, Convergence
- Arun Kumar - Principal Investment Officer, African Development Bank Group
- Vibhuti Jain - Managing Director for Africa, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
- Corina Gardner - CEO, IDP Foundation
What do the DFIs think about attempts to reduce reliance on them? How has the role of the DFI evolved in Africa within competitive landscapes? How can DFI partnerships enhance sustainable fundraising strategies in new ways? What’s on the core DFI checklist and how can GPs tailor their pitches accordingly?
- David Moore - Principal: Funds and Co-Investments (Africa), Blue Earth Capital
- Riikka Molander - Associate Director, Fund Investments, Finnfund
- Tarun Luthra - PE/VC Funds Specialist, FinDev Canada
- Agnes Dasewicz - Chief Operating Officer, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
What makes for a successful exit strategy in Africa and how does it compare to other emerging markets? How to overcome the IPO market drought on the continent. Creating value, strengthening operations, and building credibility – analysing the stepping stones that lead to the finish line.
- Tijan Watt - Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Wuri Ventures
- Ruth Wanjiru - Principal, Zoscales Partners
- Abi Mustapha-Maduakor - Chief Executive Officer, African Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (AVCA)
- Idris Bello - Founding Partner, Loftyinc Capital Management
- Paul Frankish - Investment Director: Head of Strategic Initiatives, African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM)
What does the current growth environment mean for infrastructure investors in Africa? Operation, construction, completion – how can LPs and GPs minimise project specific risks? What are the specific environmental and social factors to really consider when investing in this space? How can infrastructure deal flow be accelerated on the fastest growing continent?
- Mphokolo Makara - Head of Energy and Infrastructure, East Africa, Standard Bank Group
- Nkem Onwuamaegbu - Africa Regional Head, Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA)
- Xoliswa Daku - CEO, Daku Group of Companies
- Will Pearson - Senior Investment Advisor, Prosper Africa
- John Humphrey - His Majesty's Trade Commissioner for Africa, Department for International Trade (DIT)
Whose role is it to fill in the blanks? Has infrastructure financing from China come to a standstill and, if so, what are the alternatives? Exploring the role of DFIs in debt financing and mobilising international investment in infrastructure.
- Hendrik Malan - Partner & Africa CEO, Frost & Sullivan
- Efayomi Carr - Principal, Flourish Ventures and Board Observer, Madica
- Arun Kumar - Principal Investment Officer, African Development Bank Group
In what ways has investing in warehousing solutions led to optimised supply chains? How are investors responding to currency risk and liquidation difficulties in the real estate market? Sustainability as a value driver – which technology tools are being utilised to ensure properties are energy-efficient? Spotlight on student accommodation – what are the most exciting developments?
- Chris Derksen - Director & Key Individual at 12Cape and Partner, Venturen
- Xoliswa Daku - CEO, Daku Group of Companies
- Cheick Sanankoua - Managing Partner, HC Capital Properties
How can circular economy principles be employed in construction, mining and production industries to deliver services cost-effectively, while creating employment and reducing waste? What are the DFIs doing to support the cycle? Progress is not always linear – presenting the lessons learned and the next steps for LPs and GPs.
- James Brice - Founder & CEO, EBS Advisory
What makes a successful public-private partnership in Africa? What mechanisms are governments putting into place to determine infrastructure growth and what more needs to be addressed? In what ways can risk be allocated appropriately to entice private sector contribution towards infrastructure development? Exploring how to align the processes of raising institutional funding with public sector procurement.
- Greg Babaya - Head of Infrastructure Investments, STANLIB Asset Management
- Mark van Wyk - Co-Managing Partner & Founder, Infra Impact Investment Managers
What are the implications of rapid urbanisation on transport and logistics demands in Africa? What can LPs, GPs, and government bodies do to tame supply chain bottlenecks and smooth out the bumpy EV road? What new business models can be incorporated to manage e-commerce and last-mile delivery? How is drone technology being used to leapfrog the infrastructure challenges? What investment trends are shaping port infrastructure on the continent?
- Patrick Martin - Partner, Oceanview.Capital
- Marco Yamaguchi - Manager, Non-Sovereign Infrastructure Finance Division, African Development Bank
- Kohei Muto - CEO & Co-Founder, Double Feather Partners
- Janade du Plessis - Co-Founder at Launch Africa Ventures and, FIVE35 Ventures
A healthy appetite: in what ways are investment and environmental sustainability crossing paths in Africa? Where are the strongest climate-resilient projects and are there enough to back? Water, trees, and basic needs – sharing examples of some of the most successful green infrastructure models on the continent.
- Sebastian Surie - Regional Head - Africa, Climate Fund Managers
- Kunaal Mehta - Executive Director, Clearwater Capital
- Ahmed Ashour - Co-Founder & CEO, Pylon
- Johannes Gunnell - Chief Financial Officer, Maris
Identifying the golden opportunities in healthcare, education, sanitation, and public housing infrastructure. Is regulation helping or hindering development in these spaces? Exploring the long-term ripple effect of social infrastructure investment in both urban and rural areas.
- Fulu Makwetla - Managing Director, Third Way Investment Partners
- Brooks Washington - Founder & Managing Partner, Roha Group
- Yoza Jekwa - CEO & Co-Founder, Thrive Capital Partners
Navigating the access and regulatory barriers in the Africa energy space. Fuel for thought: in what ways can renewables including green hydrogen, wind, solar, and nuclear energy be incorporated into the investment portfolio? Exploring power generation, transmission, distribution, and storage – what are the key steps to building an effective pipeline?
- Rivhatshinyi Mandavha - Investment Manager, Norfund
- Tariye Gbadegesin - Chief Executive Officer, ARM Harith Infrastructure Fund Managers
- Anders Hauch - Investment Director, Partner & Co-founder, Frontier Energy
- Christopher Clarke - Managing Partner and Co-Founder, Inspired Evolution
Why is infrastructure so hard to get right? How can trust and transparency be enhanced to improve the chances of project success? What governance methods are paving the path for future crisis response and a resilient recovery?
- Leslie Ndawana - Principal Executive Officer, National Fund for Municipal Workers (NFMW)
- Tariye Gbadegesin - Chief Executive Officer, ARM Harith Infrastructure Fund Managers
What’s hot and what’s not in the African digital infrastructure realm? How are new players including telecom operators filling the digital services financing gap on the continent? If transforming infrastructure requires strong technology, and enhancing tech needs strong infrastructure, how can LPs and GPs overcome this chicken or egg dilemma?
- Antonia Bothner - Capital Markets Lead, Endeavor
- Tidjane Dème - General Partner, Partech
- Ashwin West - Head of Sustainable Infrastructure Investments, BlueOrchard Finance
- Maria Pienaar - Operating Partner, Unicorn Growth Capital
- Tracey Austin - Sector Director Financial & Professional Services, Department for International Trade (DIT)
How accelerating Africa’s production can fix disrupted supply chains and boost economic recovery and employment. Where are the most profitable manufacturing hotspots in the food space? Nourishing the roots – leveraging Africa’s rich natural resources to enhance domestic growth.
- Yasmin Kumi - Founder & CEO, Africa Foresight Group
- Sheila Kyarisiima - Partner, NISK Capital
- Paul Frankish - Investment Director: Head of Strategic Initiatives, African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM)
- Teboho Makhabane - Head of ESG and Impact, Sanlam Investments
Sustainability success strategies: how are African investors sharpening their ESG strategies in a way that makes sense on the continent? Lessons and results – with Africa as the home of COP27, what clean investment opportunities does this bring for domestic and global market players? How are African regulatory bodies stepping in to drive impact investing across the region? Does ‘not investing in unsustainable’ equate a sustainable investment?
- Charles Buchanan - Head of Business Development, EBS Advisory
- Maruping Mangwedi - Executive Director, Affirma Capital
- Brondwyn Douglas - ESG Officer, Spear Capital
- Julia Wakeling Bird - Head of Impact and ESG, SilverStreet Capital
- Gwladys Watrin - Investor Relations & Business Development– North Africa & Europe, Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC)
- Dr Anthony Costa - Investment Lead in the Private Office of the President, Republic of South Africa
What are the implications of ESG on exits and valuations? How do you quantify IRR from ESG activity? How is ESG being incorporated into the investment decision making process in a way that enhances business performance and maturity, and management strength? In an era of conflict and soaring energy prices, how are businesses looking to go green to battle the consequences?
- Teboho Makhabane - Head of ESG and Impact, Sanlam Investments
- Mamedupi Matsipa - CEO, Ata Capital
- Vhahangwele Manavhela - Partner - Head of ESG, Aequalitas Capital Partners
- Audrey Verhaeghe - CEO, Anza Capital
How is green finance changing the sustainability landscape in Africa? How are banks collaborating with DFIs in supporting greenhouse gas reduction? What makes a loan green? What tools for understanding and assessing climate risk can be integrated to encourage the demand for green finance on the continent?
- Charles Buchanan - Head of Business Development, EBS Advisory
- Anne-Marie Chidzero - Chief Investment Officer, FSD Africa Investments
Safety comes first – how are investors making sure their wellbeing strategy is a priority? The African context: addressing the immediate concerns including poverty, employment, and human rights – how are funds actively supporting the developments? Is the social impact element too difficult to quantify, and how are LPs and GPs tackling this?
- Lise Birikundavyi - Managing Partner, BKR Capital
- Ben Kodisang - Founder & CEO, ALT Capital Partners
- William Nkutha - Deputy Principal Officer, The University of Cape Town Retirement Fund (UCTRF)
What are the best practices when it comes to corporate governance in Africa and how is it incorporated into risk management? Credibility is key – how are African GPs attracting new waves of capital by refining their governance methods? A guide to driving returns, shareholder protection, and information transparency while navigating diverse regulatory systems and traditions?
- Hany Assaad - Co-Founder & Chief Portfolio and Risk Officer, Avanz Capital
- Lynn Nguyen - Founder & CEO, Altaaris
Showcasing the success stories of new generation, climate-efficient businesses. Featuring the must-have apps and digital platforms to invest in for climate protection and balancing energy consumption. What roadblocks are VCs in Africa currently facing and how can the barriers be opened? How can the VCs build a strong local investor ecosystem to draw in global capital and push forward clean technology?
- Ken Osei - Principal Investment Officer, IFC
- Afsane Jetha - Managing Partner & CEO, Alta Semper Capital
- Jide Olanrewaju - Partner, TPG's The Rise Fund
- Sandrine Henton - Managing Director, EG Capital
Whose place is it to define what is or isn’t an impact investment? It’s not always black and white (or green) – how do firms see through and steer clear from greenwashing? Transitioning from an LP-led to a GP-led response. In a context where impact investing is not always equated to high returns, how can LPs and GPs get on the same page and align goals?
- Sanjeev Gupta - Executive Director, Financial Services, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)
Exploring the 2X Challenge, board governance, and HR decision making – where is the real action? How are LPs and GPs addressing the critical need for diversity of thought? Phenomenal female voices – changing the narrative and powering the African economy. Breaking down the artificial entry barriers from portfolio company to the fund manager level – a guide to creating new boxes, not just ticking them.
- Dr. Yemi Osindero - Managing Partner, Uhuru Investment Partners
- Lisa G. Thomas - Founder & Managing Director, Samata Capital
- Hema Vallabh - Partner, FIVE35 Ventures
- Sandrine Henton - Managing Director, EG Capital
- Alexandra Ekpiken - Partner, COO & Head of Investor Relations, Baylis Emerging Markets
When it comes to ESG and impact investing, are LPs and GPs speaking the same language? How can quantifying, reporting, and benchmarking be standardised simply and appropriately to align with the growth on the continent? Exploring regulation, safeguarding measures and successful sustainable initiatives across different regions in Africa. What are the operational implications of ESG monitoring and how can due diligence be made easier and cost-effective in limited time and resource environments?
- Kenny Kirkby - Transactor: Sustainable Finance & ESG Advisory, Rand Merchant Bank
- Thomas Klein - CEO, DEG Impact
- Sylvie Fraboulet-Jussila - Senior Environmental and Social Adviser, Finnfund
- Jennifer Schoeberlein - Partner, ESG & Impact, Sawari Ventures
How are LPs assisting GPs in balancing risk and return? What factors are causing the most reluctance amongst investors? Leaning away from the tick-box approach – how are concrete ESG methods creating better returns? Does reducing ESG risk simply mean shifting risk elsewhere?
- George McPherson - Managing Director, Criterion Africa Partners
- Vishnu Amble - Director, Investment Committee Member & Head of Foundation, GreenBear Group
- Solomon Tsegaye - Vice President, 57 Stars
- Jenni Chamberlain - Founder & CEO, Altree Capital
How can both the public and private sector work together to boost environmental, social and governance growth on the continent? Is the PE industry simply leaving ESG and impact to the DFIs, and how can more leadership and innovation be incorporated into the ecosystem? Examples of successful partnerships and their influence on sustainability in Africa.
- Ron Margalit - Head, Global Sustainable Financing, Menomadin Group
- Elizabeth Boggs Davidsen - Vice President, Office of Development Policy, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
- Susan de Witt - Advisor – Innovative Finance & Engagement Lead Africa, UNDP SDG Impact
- Teboho Makhabane - Head of ESG and Impact, Sanlam Investments
Is ESG proving to be more a burden than a blessing and, if so, what is needed to lighten it? There’s more to this than meets the eye. Bridging the disconnect between Africa and the Western powers – why is becoming coal independent in Africa less straightforward than other regions? Where is ESG and impact on the priority list for different LPs and GPs?
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Open to all.
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- Ido Sum - Partner, TLcom Capital
- Sanjeev Gupta - Executive Director, Financial Services, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)