Counder Conference to bring global leaders to Cape Town
Following South Africa’s G20 presidency, global network Counder is bringing private sector leaders to Cape Town for the Counder Conference 2026, held from January 27–29. The event reflects the country’s growing global significance and aims to sustain this momentum through private sector engagement.
The conference will bring together 500 carefully selected global leaders, including family office principals, institutional investors, and venture capitalists. The agenda will focus on global trends like AI, renewable energy, and biotech, with a special emphasis on opportunities within Africa.
Key themes related to the continent include:
- South Africa: At a Crossroads—Examining its role as a gateway to continental markets.
- Nigeria: Bold and Untapped—Exploring its potential in fintech, energy, and manufacturing.
- Egypt: Past Meets Future—Investigating opportunities in North Africa’s economic hub.
- The Continent’s Century—Broad discussions on Africa’s demographic dividend and emerging market dynamics.
Confirmed attendees include leading figures from South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, and other countries.
“South Africa’s G20 presidency showcases the country’s excellence in convening world-class global conversations,” said Michel Weiss, Counder CEO. “We are convinced Cape Town should host the world’s most influential private sector leaders as well.”
The conference will use expert-guided roundtables and a proprietary matchmaking system to facilitate meaningful connections and collaborations.
