2026 Agenda
Explore the full line-up of strategy sessions, keynote presentations, and private wealth panel discussions for Nairobi 2026.
* Please note: The programme schedule, session timings and content of the agenda are subject to change prior to the event.
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
Maina Chege, MC
FROM WEALTH CREATION TO WEALTH PRESERVATION
John McDonald, Director, Waugh McDonald
THE WORLD BEYOND THE OPERATING BUSINESS: A FAMILY OFFICE APPROACH TO GLOBAL ALLOCATION
Building a complementary and resilient global portfolio alongside traditional assets and cashflows. The case for global equities, assets, alternatives and managing liquidity.
Moderator: John McDonald, Director, Waugh McDonald
Mark Dunford, CEO, Knight Frank Kenya
Dhaval Shah, Head of Wealth Management, Zamara
Mercy Thuo, Executive Director, CPF Capital Advisory
REDEFINING GENERATIONAL LEGACY
Akshay Shah, Group Executive Director, Silafrica
THE FUTURE OF BUILDING BRANDS: FROM MADE IN AFRICA TO DESIRED GLOBALLY
Africa has been viewed primarily as a source of raw materials, commodities and natural resources. It is now evolving as a place where brands - and ideas in technology and culture - are being created, developed and exported. Can they create enduring legacies?
Facilitator: Farook Jamal, Managing Director, Mark Masons Investments (UK/Asia)
In conversation with:
Michael Aldridge, CEO, Kofisi
Hooman Ehsani, CEO Village Market
Ahsan Manji, Managing Director, Weetabix
☕ COFFEE AND NETWORKING BREAK
THE FAMILY BEHIND THE CAPITAL
The journey from financial services to real estate and beyond.
Facilitator: Andrew Barden, CEO, Kenyan Wall Street
In conversation with: Dhruv Phandit, Executive Chairman, Hodari Advisory Services
STRUCTURING FAMILY WEALTH IN PRACTICE: STRUCTURES, GOVERNANCE & LEGACY PLANNING
Who should own, control and benefit from family wealth, and how to choose the right structure (foundations, holding companies, trusts) for different family circumstances, with practical and tax considerations and planning for future change.
Moderator: Martha Mbagua, Managing Partner, Martha Mbugua Law Office
In conversation with:
Mike du Toit, Family Business Succession Planning Consultant
Claire Machin, Commercial Director, Private Wealth, Suntera Global
Ranee Nanji, Executive Director, SVG Group
BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN PE AND FAMILY OFFICES
Bridging the gaps for deal-making, overcoming the frictions, and partnering for growth
In conversation with:
Edzard Sherpbier, Principal, Metier
🍽️ LUNCH
WHERE SHOULD THE NEXT $10M GO?
A practical look at capital allocations for a family office a discussion on balancing liquidity, preservation, growth, opportunity capital and long-term strategic investments.
Moderator: Raghav Gandhi, CEO, ALP
Saif Ahmedi, Partner, Deacon Capital Management
Bobby Patel, Managing Director, Cross Boundary
Jan Martin Witte, COO: Asset Management, Cygnum Capital
Keshav Sahadev, Director, YW Capital
Dean Lo Seen Chong, Senior Relationship Manager, Intercontinental Trust
THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY - RESIDENCY, CITIZENSHIP & WEALTH MOBILITY
How international mobility, residency and citizenship considerations interact with family wealth planning, investment structures and long-term succession
Raymond Nel, Associate Director Private Wealth, Henley & Partners
DO YOU REALLY NEED A FAMILY OFFICE?
Family office, multi-family office or virtual family office? Understanding the functions required to manage complex family wealth and the most appropriate way to access them.
Moderator: Dianah Mureithi, Partner, Sterling Law
Jonny Jacobs, Co-Founder, Longevity Developments
THE 100 YEAR FAMILY: FROM HEIRS TO STEWARDS
The next generation for ownership, investment decision-making, governance and the responsibilities that come with family wealth, and building for the next 100 years.
Roshni Agarwal, Head of Growth & Strategy, Fullcircle Africa
Sumit Dodhia, Director, Paras Industries
Jean Meeks Koch, CEO/Managing Director, PP Generational Continuity & Consultancy