Africa’s premier institutional investment forum returns: 9th Pension Funds and Alternative Investments Africa Summit
The event is set to bring together pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, asset owners and managers, regulators, and global institutional investors.
By Mahad Ahmed, CEO, AME Trade
The 9th Edition of the Pension Funds and Alternative Investments Africa Summit, running under the theme of “Empowering Africa’s Institutional Capital for Growth and Development” is set to return to Mauritius for its annual gathering of Africa’s leading asset owners.
PI Africa 2026: Africa’s premier institutional investment forum returns – with a focus on asset allocation strategies, capital mobilisation, sustainable growth, and a spotlight on alternative investments. This unique event is scheduled to take place on 11 and 12 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 $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, FSDEA – Angola
Shafeeq Abrahams, CEO & Principal Officer, Eskom Pension & Provident Fund – South Africa
Omolola Oloworaran, Director General, PENCOM – Nigeria
Denis Charles Kouassi, Director General, CNPS-CI – Côte d’Ivoire
Nazlie Seegers, Chief Experience Officer, Salt Employee Benefits – South Africa
Thato Norman, CEO, Debswana Pension Fund – Botswana
Siongo Kisoso, Regional Director East Africa, Swedfund – Kenya
Joyce Njuguna, Manager, Investment (Acting Manager: Strategy & Planning), Kenya Power Pension Fund – Kenya
Meta Mhlarhi, Co-Founder & Fund Principal, Mahlako
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: piafrica@ametrade.org