By Mahad Ahmed
CEO, AME Trade Ltd.
PI Africa 2026: Africa’s Premier Institutional Investment Forum Returns — with a focus on asset allocation strategies, Capital Mobilisation, Sustainable Growth & spotlight on Alternative Investments, this unique event is scheduled to take place on the 11 and 12th February at the Hilton Hotel & Spa Mauritius.
The 9th Pension Funds and Alternative Investments Africa Summit is set to bring together the continent’s most influential pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, asset owners and managers, regulators, and global institutional investors. Now in its 9th year, PI Africa remains Africa’s longest running and most trusted platform for shaping the future of long-term capital on the continent.
Each edition brings new energy, new ideas, and new partnerships—and 2026 promises to be one of the most important gatherings yet. With pension and sovereign wealth fund assets now surpassing USD 2 trillion, African institutional investors are entering a defining moment: one where diversification, sustainability, innovation, and cross-border collaboration are no longer optional—they’re essential.
What’s Driving the Conversation at PI Africa 2026
1. Africa’s Rising Institutional Investor Power
Across the continent, pension and sovereign wealth funds are playing a bigger role than ever in shaping economic growth. Regulatory reforms in South Africa, Kenya, Botswana, Namibia, Nigeria, Morocco, and Ghana continue to open doors to alternative assets, regional investments, and impact-driven strategies.
PI Africa will explore how this shift is creating new opportunities, from infrastructure and private markets to digital transformation and climate finance.
2. Sustainable Infrastructure & Climate-Forward Investing
African asset owners are sharpening their focus on investments that deliver long-term value while supporting national development priorities. Expect conversations around:
• Clean energy and transition financing
• Transport, water, and digital infrastructure
• Affordable housing
• Blended finance models that make large-scale projects investable
The summit will unpack real case studies and explore how asset owners can balance performance with purpose.
3. The Private Markets Acceleration
With most pension funds still heavily weighted toward traditional assets, alternative strategies offer significant room for growth. PI Africa 2026 will dive into opportunities across:
• Private equity and sector-focused funds
• Venture capital and early-stage innovation
• Private credit and trade finance
• Real assets and co-investment models
These discussions are designed to give asset owners practical insights into risk, returns, governance, and long-term value creation.
4. Governance, Regulation & Risk Management
As portfolios evolve, governance must evolve with them. The agenda includes sessions on:
• Strengthening trustee capacity
• Enhancing fiduciary oversight
• ESG integration and reporting
• Navigating new regulation across key markets
The goal: to ensure asset owners are fully equipped to manage complexity and seize emerging opportunities.
Confirmed Speakers to date include:
• Armando Manuel, Chairman of the Board of Directors, FSDEA, Angola
• Shafeeq Abrahams, Chief Executive and Principal Officer, Eskom Pension & Provident Fund, South Africa
• Hon. Hafiz Kawu, Commissioner, Technical, PENCOM, Nigeria
• Denis Charles Kouassi, Director General , CNPS-CI, Cote d’Ivoire
• Nazlie Seegers, Chief Experience Officer, Salt Employee Benefits, South Africa
• Thato Norman, Chief Executive Officer, Debswana Pension Fund, Botswana
• Siongo Kisoso, Regional Director for East Africa, Swedfund, Kenya
• Joyce Njuguna, Manager, Investment and Acting Manager, Strategy & Planning, Kenya Power Pension Fund, Kenya
• Meta Mhlarhi, Co-Founder, Executive Director and Fund Principal, Mahlako
• Brian Karidza, Head: Actuarial and Benefits Administration, GEPF, South Africa
• Thomas Mketelwa, Principal Officer, Kwazulu-Natal Municipal Pension Fund, South Africa
• Oguche Agudah, CEO, PenOp and Governing Council Member, Pan African Fund Managers Association (PAFMA)
• Selim Basak, Partner, Head of Origination, Gemcorp Capital
• Marcus Weyll, CEO, Gemcorp Imbono
• Felipe Berliner, Co-Founder & Head of Structuring, Gemcorp Capital
• Anne-Marie D’Alton, CEO, BATSETA, South Africa
• Jolly Mokorosi, Vice Chair, Asset Owners Forum South Africa
PI Africa proudly acknowledges the support of its sponsors, including Gemcorp and S&P Global, whose partnership strengthens the summit’s commitment to delivering high-quality insights and meaningful engagement.
For almost a decade, PI Africa has helped shape Africa’s institutional investment landscape. Delegates return year after year because the event delivers:
• Fresh market intelligence and sector insights
• Access to Africa’s strongest network of asset owners
• Real conversations on challenges and opportunities
• A collaborative space for partnerships and co-investments
• A forward-looking view of where capital is heading next
PI Africa 2026 is expected to be the most strategic edition yet—bringing together global and African leaders to unlock new pathways for co- investment, impact, and long-term growth.
For more information about the event please visit www.pensionfundsafrica.com
Or to discuss possible sponsorship options please reach out to our team on: [email protected]
