Where Africa's Development Leaders Convene
Driving Collaboration, Leadership, and Sustainable Development in Organizations Across Africa — the Africa Management Conference 2026 brings together leaders from NGOs, government, donor agencies, and academia to tackle the shared challenges facing organizations across the continent.
Over four days, participants will engage with peers from across sectors and borders, exchange practical strategies, and leave with concrete ideas for strengthening leadership, partnerships, and sustainability within their own organizations.
Who Should Attend
Designed for leaders and decision-makers shaping the future of organizations across Africa.
What You Will Walk Away With
Cross-Sector Connections
Build relationships with leaders from NGOs, government, donors, and academia.
Leadership Insights
Hear from senior practitioners on leading organizations through change.
Collaboration Opportunities
Identify concrete opportunities for partnership across sectors and borders.
Sustainable Development Strategies
Take home practical strategies for embedding sustainability in your organization.
Conference Program
Click any day to see the full breakdown.
1 Opening & Leadership in African Development +
- Opening plenary and keynote addresses
- Panel on leadership challenges facing African organizations
2 Collaboration Across Sectors +
- Cross-sector partnership case studies
- Breakout sessions on collaborative models
3 Sustainable Development in Practice +
- Sessions on sustainability strategies and financing
- Facilitated peer-learning roundtables
4 Action Planning & Closing +
- Action-planning workshops for participating organizations
- Closing plenary and conference recommendations
Delivery Methodology
A high-level, peer-driven format designed for busy leaders and decision-makers.
One fee. Everything covered.
Travel and accommodation are arranged separately by participants; AAI can advise on options on request.
- Morning tea/snacks (10am)
- Buffet lunch daily
- Bottled water throughout
- Conference materials
- Afternoon coffee (4pm)
- Certificate of participation
Training trusted across the continent and beyond
Asset Africa Institute specializes in the research, design, and delivery of high-quality, affordable training for development professionals worldwide — built around real organizational challenges, not theory for its own sake.
Organizations that have trusted AAI include:
World Resources Institute · Catholic University of Mozambique · National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) · ACALISE, Uganda · WIOMSA · Help-ev.de, Zimbabwe · FCA-Kenya · Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia · FHI360, Burundi · GAIN, Pakistan · Moi University, Kenya · The Development Fund, Ethiopia/Somalia · eHealth, Nigeria · JRS, Thailand · SEND Sierra Leone · CABTAL, Cameroon · TOCH, South Sudan · CHA, Malawi · LEAP-RE (EU–AU Energy Partnership) — among tens of others.
Questions, answered
Who should attend this conference?
Executive directors, senior managers, board members, donor and partnership representatives, government officials, and academics working on organizational leadership and development across Africa.
When and where does it take place?
17–20 November 2026 at Meridian Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.
What does the USD 455 fee cover?
Conference access, daily meals and refreshments, conference materials, and a certificate of participation. Travel and accommodation are arranged separately.
Is this in person or online?
This conference is held in person at Meridian Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes — every participant receives a certificate of participation from Asset Africa Institute.
How do I register?
Click "Reserve Your Seat" to complete the short form, or contact our Training Coordinator directly. Seats are limited and confirmed on a first-come basis.