Africa has nearly $4 trillion in domestic institutional capital that it can tap for infrastructure investment according to a recent report by leading continental lender, AFC. Held by pension funds, sovereign wealth funds and banks, this capital pool could help bridge the $100 billion plus annual infrastructure investment gap being exacerbated by debt distressed public budgets, rising protectionism as well as FDI and official development assistance that are failing to keep up with the continent’s growing infrastructure needs.
As preparations intensify for the 15th Africa PPP Infrastructure Finance, Investment and Partnership Summit (Africa PPP), set to take place from 28–31 October 2025 at the Hilton Conference Centre in Windhoek, Namibia, the organisers are proud to announce an impressive lineup of high-level speakers drawn from leading infrastructure developers and institutions across Africa and beyond to discuss among other issues how to unlock the continent’s investable capital for infrastructure development. Hosted under the theme “Promoting an Enabling Environment that Accelerates the Implementation of Sustainable and Viable PPPs”, Africa PPP 2025 is poised to provide a unique platform for knowledge exchange, investment mobilisation, and project development across the energy, transport, water, ICT, and industrial infrastructure sectors.
The event is jointly organised by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) and AME Trade Ltd, a leading facilitator of B2B industry engagement platforms across Africa. “From the perspective of facilitating infrastructure investment opportunities from across the African continent and the globe, the Africa PPP Summit presents a unique and strategic platform to accelerate capital flows into transformative infrastructure projects across Africa. For infrastructure leaders, policymakers and investors, this is a pivotal opportunity to engage, forge partnerships and shape the continent’s development trajectory”, said NIPDB CEO, Dr. Nangula Nelulu Uaandja.
Distinguished Confirmed Speakers Include:- Ministerial Address: Hon. Veikko Nekundi, Minister of Works and Transport
- Nangula UAANDJA, Chief Executive Officer, Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board
- Andrew SHAW, Group Chief Officer: Strategy & Planning, Transnet SOC Limited
- Hippy TJIVIKUA, Chief Executive Officer, Walvis Bay Corridor Group
- Jonas SHEELONGO, Deputy Executive Director, Ministry of Works and Transport
- Bisey UIRAB, Chief Executive Officer, Namibia Airports Company
- Justin LOONGO, Managing Director, ZESCO Limited
- Cletus NYACHOWE, Acting Chief Executive Officer, ZESA Holdings
- Kipkemoi KIBIAS, Acting CEO, Kenya Electricity Transmission Company
- Kuda NDHLUKULA, Executive Director, SADC Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
- Kelvin CHITUMBO, Director, National Water Supply and Sanitation Council Zambia
- Thabo HLOELE, Project Manager, Orange-Senqu River Commission (ORASECOM)
- Reginald DEMANA, Chief Executive Officer, South African National Road Agency
- Bruno CHINGANDU, Managing Director, Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority
- Henrique VICTORINO, Director General, Angolan Road Institute (INEA)
- Victor SEFF, Chief Executive Officer, Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency
- Leslie MPOFU, Executive Director, Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat
- Samira MENSAH, Managing Director Africa, S&P Global Ratings
- Mpho MUTLOANE, Investment Principal, AIIM and Director, Motseng IDEAS Infrastructure Group
- Adele PARIS, Corporate Transaction Advisory PPP Manager for Southern Africa region, IFC
- Mohamed ALMENHALI, Regional CEO – International Office, AD Ports Group
- Maxon CHITAWO, Chief Executive Officer, Electricity Generation Company Malawi
- Tawanda GUSHA, Chief Executive Officer, Airports Company of Zimbabwe
- Ntandu NTANDU, Principal Planning Officer, Tanzania Ports Authority
Key Themes of APPP 2025 Include
- Namibia as a regional gateway: Policy frameworks and infrastructure projects worth billions in urban housing, logistics, water, energy, agri-infrastructure, and more.
- Cross-border transport and logistics connectivity: Rail, road, air, ports, and dry ports.
- Green and climate-resilient infrastructure: Desalination, renewable energy, transmission upgrades, and circular water systems.
- Creating an enabling environment for private sector participation: Best practices, governance, and ESG.
What to Expect at Africa PPP 2025:
- 2-Day Strategic Conference
- Investment Project Presentations
- PPP Masterclass Training
- Exhibition Showcase
- Technical Site Visits
- Exclusive Networking Receptions.
