The Funding Summit 2026 | Global Finance Forum

400$

Billion in Assets

SME Credit Access

VC Capital Flow

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Africa is not capital-poor. It is capital-misaligned.

The Funding Summit (TFS) serves as a market correction mechanism, bridging the gap between institutional depth and entrepreneurial agility. We are codifying a new blueprint for African prosperity.

About the Summit

Strategic Value

For Businesses

Gain clarity on the capital stacks that fit your growth stage and connect with decision-makers.

Direct DFI Networking
Investor Readiness Audit
Vetted Deal Pipeline

For Investors

Access a curated environment of high-growth opportunities and institutional partners.

De-risked Deal Flow
Co-investment Syndicates
Market Intelligence

For Ecosystem

Contribute to the standardization of funding frameworks across the African continent.

Policy Alignment
Indigenous Models
Knowledge Transfer

Summit Structure

Program Overview

09:00 AMInstitutional Keynote: The Realities of Capital in Africa

11:00 AMMasterclass: Navigating the Capital Stack

02:00 PMWorkshop: Indigenous Funding Models & Standardization

04:30 PMPanel: Veteran Journeys in African Fundraising

The Deal Room

Where Capital Meets Opportunity

Entry by Sankofa ticket or curated invitation only

VC & Early-Stage Room

Focus on high-growth tech and scalable innovations.

Growth & Private Equity

Mid-market expansion and institutional scaling.

Debt & Structured Finance

Asset-backed lending and working capital solutions.

DFI & Blended Finance

Impact-driven capital and catalytic funding.

Family Office Salon

Private wealth allocation and legacy investments.

Grants & Catalytic Desk

Non-dilutive capital for foundational development.

Speakers

The Voices of Authority

Able Ejiofor

African Growth Strategist, CEO

Honvia Ltd

Drives capital alignment strategies across African markets, helping businesses scale sustainably.

Tony E.

Founder

Heirs Holdings

A Nigerian economist, banker and philanthropist.

Benedict O.

President

Afreximbank

Recognized for fostering intra-African trade, industrialization, and economic development, receiving numerous accolades including African Banker of the Year.

Funke A.

CEO

MainOne

A renowned Nigerian actress, producer, and content creator, best known for her role in the Jenifa franchise.

The Funding Summit 2026

Select Your Access

🌱 Akiba

Build the language, mindset, and relationships. The essential entry point into Africa’s capital conversation.

₦17,500

₦25,000 (30% off till June)

Full Day 1 access — all sessions
6 Capital Stack Masterclasses
Nigerian Funding Journey Panel
Indigenous Funding Models Workshop
African Funding Blueprint Session
Capital Intelligence Cocktails (Nov 27)
Welcome pack & refreshments
Post-summit Blueprint (digital)

🤝 Ubuntu

The full two-day experience for founders ready to witness live capital commitments and the Blueprint launch.

₦35,000

₦50,000 (30% off till June)

Everything in Akiba
Full Day 2 access
Investor Readiness Workshop
Capital Commitment Session
Blueprint Launch
“What We Heard” Investor Panel
Full delegate exit pack
Access to Resource Repository

👁 Baraka

Inside visibility into live deal rooms—built for investors and ecosystem leaders who need intelligence.

₦70,000

₦100,000 (30% off till June)

Everything in Ubuntu
Observer access to Deal Rooms
Deal Room briefing pack
Capital Desk Debrief Lunch
Priority session seating
Curated introductions
Post-Summit contributor listing
Pipeline Tracker early access

Premium Access

🪶 Sankofa

Where transactions begin. Direct, structured access to Africa’s active capital allocators. Limited seats.

₦140,000

₦200,000 (30% off till June)

Everything in Baraka
Priority fast-track registration
Access to all Capital Desks
20-min moderated investor sessions
Pre-matched deal scheduling
Closed-door Founder Clinics eligibility
Investor Readiness Brief
Pipeline Tracker participation
Curated introductions
Blueprint (physical + digital)
Deal Pipeline Report listing

Exhibitor Package

🏢 Zana

For brands that want presence. Showcase products, run demos, and position at the center of Africa’s capital ecosystem.

Branded exhibition booth (2 days)
2 Ubuntu tickets included
Logo on event materials
Post-Summit Report feature
Delegate directory listing
Networking positioning
Resource repository access

Enquire About Zana Booth