Port Louis, 29 January 2024: A groundbreaking gathering of pension fund professionals, investment experts, thought leaders, and industry pioneers is slated to be held at the 7th Pension Funds and Alternative Investments Africa Conference 2024 (PIAFRICA) which unfolds over 28th to 29th February 2024 at the Intercontinental Resort, Balaclava, in the beautiful island paradise of Mauritius.
What is PIAFRICA 2024 all about?
This premier event, being held this year under the theme of ‘Reshaping African Markets: Deciphering the Investment Conundrum for Growth‘ is dedicated to exploring the evolving landscape of retirement investing in Africa and fostering collaboration and innovation within the pension funds industry.
The PIAFRICA 2024 conference will focus on how Pension Funds can forge new relationships with the private sector for infrastructure, fixed income, real estate, and renewable energy investments, contributing significantly to Africa’s economic development. Private Equity firms can also diversify their portfolios and prosper by mitigating risks during economic headwinds and leveraging lucrative alternative investment opportunities for growth.
In 2023, the PIAFRICA Conference attracted over 180 attendees, with over 20 pension funds from 14 countries represented at this apex event for pan-African investment experts in pension and alternative investment funds.
What’s new at PIAFRICA 2024?
Expanded Focus: PIAFRICA 2024 will place an even greater emphasis on portfolio diversification, navigating regulatory constraints, leveraging technology, and fostering impactful alternative investments. In an ever-changing financial landscape, these topics are critical for staying ahead in the industry.
Collaborative Strategies: Learn about collaborative strategies with governments, international agencies, and financial institutions to fill funding gaps. Find out how partnerships can fuel the growth of your investments.
Why attend PIAFRICA 2024?
Cutting-Edge Insights
Renowned speakers and thought leaders will share the latest trends, innovations, and strategies shaping the future of our industry. See here for the list of speakers, including stellar names such as the IFC’s Jacqueline Irving and the World Pensions Council’s Nicolas Firzli.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with like-minded professionals, industry experts, and potential collaborators during our engaging networking sessions. Industry leaders such as TRF, GEPF, Botswana Savings Bank, the Social Security and National Insurance Trust, Kenya Power Pension Fund, NPS, Eskom Pension and Providend Fund, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, and SA SME Fund will be present at this flagship event!
MQA (Mauritius Qualification Authority) approved
This significant approval further solidifies the conference’s position as a leading platform for knowledge exchange and professional development, underscoring its high caliber & educational value and highlighting its alignment with the standards set by the prestigious MQA.
This edition is organised by AME Trade and supported by BlackRock, TDB and Esatal as silver sponsors, with bronze sponsors being Stewards Investment Capital and the Development Bank of Southern Africa. LS Advisors and Everest Wealth as associate sponsors rounds up the list for 2024. Wish to get involved? Click here to find out how you can be a part of the 2024 edition.
So, what are you waiting for? Register now for the 2024 edition!
About PIAFRICA:
PIAFRICA Conference is a highly anticipated and distinctive event that serves as a platform for Pension Fund Managers, Investment Managers, Institutional Managers, and industry leaders to come together. It offers a unique opportunity to explore new investment avenues, particularly in alternative investments, while addressing the challenges and the concerns that accompany them.
About AME Trade:
AME Trade Ltd is an international events organiser, specialising in B2B conferences with over 20 years’ experience working in emerging economies. With headquarters in the United Kingdom, AME Trade has regional offices in Angola, Cameroon, Mozambique, Senegal, South Africa and Zambia, and further representation in more than 15 countries in Africa.
