Capital for South Africa 2026

Why us

A forum that connects capital with action

We are not just another conference. We are where deals are signed, not just business cards exchanged.

Real transactions

Deal Room with curated 1:1 meetings between investors and founders — no random conversations.

Six thematic tracks

From private equity to infrastructure, fintech and ESG. Choose what actually matters to you.

Regional perspective

South Africa in the context of SADC and the wider African continent — with guests from international funds.

Programme tracks

Six tracks, one agenda

Each track is half a day of substance: keynote, panel, workshop and themed networking.

Private Markets & Venture

Fundraising, deal structuring and exit strategies in a changing interest rate environment.

Day 1 · 09:00–12:00

Infrastructure & Energy

Energy transition, infrastructure projects and long-term capital.

Day 1 · 14:00–17:00

ESG & Sustainable Finance

Impact measurement, green bonds and EU regulatory frameworks in practice.

Day 2 · 09:00–12:00

Fintech & Digital Assets

Payments, tokenisation and blockchain infrastructure in the South African financial system.

Day 2 · 14:00–17:00

Family Office & Succession

Wealth preservation, succession planning and alternative allocations for family capital.

Day 3 · 09:00–12:00

Cross-Border Investment

Capital corridors South Africa–Africa, FDI trends and legal frameworks.

Day 3 · 14:00–17:00

Speakers

Voices that shape the market

The people who make investment decisions in South Africa and the region.

Anna Mokoena

Managing Partner, Ubuntu Capital

Keynote

Sipho Ndlovu

CIO, Growth Fund SA

Panel

Naledi Khumalo

Head of ESG, Pension Fund

Workshop

Mandla Zulu

Founder & CEO, Kasi Ventures

Fireside

Programme

Three days worth planning for

Selected programme highlights — full agenda available after registration.

Day 109:00

Opening keynote: "South Africa's competitive advantage"

Anna Mokoena — why South Africa is seen as a regional investment hub.

Day 114:00

Panel: Private Credit & Direct Lending

Fund managers on opportunities and risks in a high interest rate world.

Day 209:00

Workshop: integrating ESG into portfolios

Naledi Khumalo — practical frameworks for institutional investors.

Day 216:00

Fireside chat: the founder's journey

Mandla Zulu in conversation with a leading South African tech entrepreneur.

Day 312:00

Networking lunch & Deal Room

Curated meetings between investors and founders.

Day 318:00

Gala & awards ceremony

Celebrating the best deals and investment projects of the year in South Africa.

Tickets

Choose your access

Prices in ZAR, include access to sessions, materials and networking events.

Investor Pass

R 8,999 + VAT

For individual participants

All keynotes and panels
Networking lunch (Day 3)
Digital session materials
Access to forum app

Register

Executive Pass

R 16,999 + VAT

For decision-makers and partners

Everything in Investor Pass
Workshop participation
Gala dinner (Day 3)
Priority seating
Deal Room access

Register

Corporate Table

R 69,999 + VAT

Team package

6 participants
Reserved gala table
Brand visibility
Private meeting room
Personalised introductions

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Venue & contact

Let's meet in Cape Town

Cape Town International Convention Centre — in the heart of the city, minutes from the financial district.

Cape Town International Convention Centre

Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

+27 21 555 0199

Train: Cape Town Station (5 min walk) · MyCiTi bus: Convention Centre stop

Parking: R60 / day discount

Wheelchair accessible, lifts, induction loop, quiet rooms

Write to us

Questions about registration, sponsorship or the programme? We reply within 24 hours.