Archives: Speakers

Nqobizitha Dube 2026 Speakers

“Dr. Nqobizitha Mathanda Dube is the Sustainability Officer at the Horticulture Development Council (HDC) of Zimbabwe, where he leads work on sustainable horticulture, climate finance, and green growth. He has played a central role in developing the HDC Sustainability Tracker and the emerging Flame Lily Standard, which align Zimbabwe’s horticulture sector with global benchmarks while… Read more »

Jamille Jinnah 2026 Speakers

“Jamille has been based in Southern Africa for the last 15 years. He is currently Chairman of a Southern African microfinance bank and an Adviser on activities in emerging markets to a multi-national that focuses on corporate restructuring and complex due diligence. Jamille is Chair Designate of the David Rattray Foundation (UK), which funds Khula… Read more »

Nicki Hallé 2026 Speakers

With over 25 years in executive search and recruitment and having worked on more than 100 mandates on the continent in the last 8 years, I have played a key role in shaping Africa’s leadership landscape. My work connects outstanding talent with opportunities that drive real change, from local communities to global markets. Personally leading… Read more »

Carole Ramella 2026 Speakers

“Carole Ramella has 30-year experience in fundraising advisory, financial analysis and company valuation in France at companies such as Paribas, Arthur Andersen, Gras Savoye and Duff & Phelps. Carole founded GFA Consulting in 2011 in Accra to support the growth of businesses that operate in Sub-Saharan Africa. She has experience working with both SMEs and… Read more »

Deji Opeola 2026 Speakers

“Deji Opeola is Chief Executive Officer of the ARM Private Credit Fund, where he leads the development of an institutional private credit platform focused on addressing Africa’s SME financing gap through disciplined, risk-managed lending. A seasoned global finance executive with over 25 years of experience, Deji has worked across investment banking, private credit, leveraged finance,… Read more »

Tom Minney 2026 Speakers

Tom is a consultant with a passion for helping capital markets work better. He advises exchanges, regulators, brokers, issuers and investors across Southern and Eastern Africa and Azerbaijan, as well as businesses. He was General Manager of the Namibian Stock Exchange and also worked in investment banking, venture capital, corporate governance and SME growth. He… Read more »

Josphine Wangari Kamau 2026 Speakers

“I am Sister Josphine Wangari Kamau, member of the Institute of the Daughters of Mary (Bannabikira) based in Uganda. I have been a religious sister for 18 (Eighteen years). I am currently working with Mother of Mercy Hospital Kyengera as the Finance Manager and with Justice Coalition of Religious (JCoR) as a National Country Coordinator… Read more »

Jen MacBruce 2026 Speakers

“Jen MacBruce is a senior investment and governance leader, known for her work in impact investing, private markets, and board‑level strategy. She combines deep technical expertise with a disciplined, policy‑driven approach to capital deployment across global markets. She serves as a senior leader at MEDA, where she prepares board and IC materials, shapes investment policies,… Read more »

David Meredith 2026 Speakers

“David Meredith is a partner in McKinsey’s London office. David leads much of our healthcare and social sector work. He convenes our work with donors globally, working extensively with bi-lateral donors, multi-lateral institutions, development banks, and philanthropies. Prior to joining McKinsey, David worked as finance director of a 3,500-employee not for profit in the United… Read more »