he landscape of African infrastructure is set for a transformative shift as the DEVAC Infrastructure Summit 2026 prepares to host over 250 global and local leaders. Scheduled for 27th – 28th May 2026 at the NH Sandton Hotel, this high-impact event aims to move the continent’s most critical projects from vision to execution.

Organised by DEVAC and Invest Africa, the summit serves as a results-driven platform where policy meets implementation. Rather than hosting another theoretical conversation, the 2026 summit is designed to forge partnerships and make decisive progress in the infrastructure value chain.

A Powerhouse of Thought Leadership

The summit will feature an elite roster of keynotes and panellists from across the continent and beyond. Notable speakers include:

• Hon. Tandi Mahambehlala, Deputy Minister of Human Settlements, South Africa
• Hon. Mohlomi Moleko, Minister of Natural Resources, Kingdom of Lesotho
• H.E. Ben Ainsley, His Majesty’s Deputy Trade Commissioner for Africa, UK Department of Business and Trade
• Tshepo Kgobe, CEO of the Gautrain Management Agency
• Nangamso Matebese, Special Advisor to the Deputy President of South Africa
• Muzi Shange, Chief Operations Officer Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RBIDZ) South Africa
• Dr. Najib Somoue, Financial Analyst, Professor of Finance Parliament of The Kingdom of Morocco
• Vishaal Lutchman, Group CEO, GIBB
• Sherrill Byrne, Head of Project Finance: Energy and Infrastructure Finance, Standard Bank
• Hasnayn Ebrahim, CEO & Managing Partner, Africa International Advisors
• Dirk van den Berg, Country Head South Africa and other Southern Africa countries, UK Export Finance
• Nimon Zulu, CEO & Co-Founder, Calabash Freight
• Mbalenhle Gumede, Acting Group Senior Planning and Performance Manager, SA: Central Energy Fund
• Dr. Olakunle Williams, President & Chief Executive Officer, Tetracore Energy Group
• Maggy Sibiya, Chief Operations Officer, ICT-Works
• Rhulani Mathebula, Executive Manager: Electricity Regulation National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA)
• Jarredine Morris, Co-Head: Africa, Carbon Trust Africa
• Dr. Paulo Fernandes, Executive Director, AIH Group
• Melusi Dlamini, Partner, DLA Piper.

These leaders will be joined by additional experts to address the continent’s most pressing development needs. Find out who will be joining them on the speaker page.

Targeted Solutions: The Integrated Platform

The summit is structured around four flagship co-located events to allow for deep-dive discussions into specific industrial sectors

1. DEVAC Energy & Power
2. DEVAC Water Infrastructure
3. DEVAC Transport Infrastructure
4. DEVAC Construction

Beyond these core pillars, the summit will tackle a broad range of target sectors including roads, bridges, housing, rails, and ICT.

Collaborative Excellence

The event is supported by an array of industry giants, including RBIDZ, Pinsent Masons, CDH, and the SACPCMP, and is endorsed by the South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA).

For those ready to join the conversation and secure a seat among Africa’s top decision-makers, registration is now open at www.infrasfuture.com.