Mr Kader Hassane
AFRICA50
Senior Investment Director
Mr. Kader Hassane, a Nigerien national, is an expert in infrastructure development with over 15 years of experience in Africa and North America. A civil engineer by training, he began his career managing complex infrastructure projects. After earning his MBA from George Washington University, he focused on infrastructure investment, structuring over $4 billion in deals across Africa. Before joining Africa50, he was Director of Investments at Greenwish Partners, a Denham Capital platform. He also worked as an Infrastructure Finance Specialist at the World Bank and spent over six years at the African Development Bank, leading private investments in transport .
AFRICA50
Senior Investment Director
Mr. Kader Hassane, a Nigerien national, is an expert in infrastructure development with over 15 years of experience in Africa and North America. A civil engineer by training, he began his career managing complex infrastructure projects. After earning his MBA from George Washington University, he focused on infrastructure investment, structuring over $4 billion in deals across Africa. Before joining Africa50, he was Director of Investments at Greenwish Partners, a Denham Capital platform. He also worked as an Infrastructure Finance Specialist at the World Bank and spent over six years at the African Development Bank, leading private investments in transport .
M. Mohamed Hettiti
OCP Africa
CEO
Mohamed Hettiti is the CEO of OCP Africa, bringing over 25 years of expertise in operational management and strategic leadership within the OCP Group. He previously held key roles as Director of Operations and First Vice President for East Africa, overseeing sales and major projects. He also gained experience in program management at JESA. Passionate about African agriculture, he has worked across Central, West, and East Africa to support farmers and agricultural ecosystems. A graduate of École Mohammedia des Ingénieurs, he holds an Executive MBA from HEC Paris and an EMBA from Columbia Business School, with additional Harvard certifications
OCP Africa
CEO
Mohamed Hettiti is the CEO of OCP Africa, bringing over 25 years of expertise in operational management and strategic leadership within the OCP Group. He previously held key roles as Director of Operations and First Vice President for East Africa, overseeing sales and major projects. He also gained experience in program management at JESA. Passionate about African agriculture, he has worked across Central, West, and East Africa to support farmers and agricultural ecosystems. A graduate of École Mohammedia des Ingénieurs, he holds an Executive MBA from HEC Paris and an EMBA from Columbia Business School, with additional Harvard certifications
Mr. Paul Hink
HYDRO-LINK
Chairman and CEO
PAUL HINKS is the Founder, Chairman & CEO of the Symbion Power Group, a US based energy investor that develops, finances, builds and operates electrical power infrastructure in emerging markets. Its latest venture, HYDRO-LINK is a large-scale investment for a 400kV transmission line that will deliver power over 1,200 kms from Angola to the mining sector of the DRC. Another group company, MyHydro, is focused on developing scalable, distributed hydropower solutions for off-grid communities in Africa, delivering 24/7 affordable, clean electricity to underserved populations. A former Chaiman of CCA, Paul currently serves as Chairman of Invest Africa US.
HYDRO-LINK
Chairman and CEO
PAUL HINKS is the Founder, Chairman & CEO of the Symbion Power Group, a US based energy investor that develops, finances, builds and operates electrical power infrastructure in emerging markets. Its latest venture, HYDRO-LINK is a large-scale investment for a 400kV transmission line that will deliver power over 1,200 kms from Angola to the mining sector of the DRC. Another group company, MyHydro, is focused on developing scalable, distributed hydropower solutions for off-grid communities in Africa, delivering 24/7 affordable, clean electricity to underserved populations. A former Chaiman of CCA, Paul currently serves as Chairman of Invest Africa US.
Miss Andrea Hotter
Fastmarkets
Special Correspondent
Andrea Hotter is the US-based Special Correspondent at Fastmarkets, a leading cross-commodity price reporting agency in the metals and mining, agriculture, forest products and new generation energy markets. She writes the 'Hotter Commodities' column and hosts the 'Fast Forward' podcast on energy security. Previously, she was Assistant Managing Editor at Dow Jones Newswires on its energy and commodities desk in London, where she was responsible for markets and equities coverage of metals, softs, grains and energy for EMEA. Andrea is also a Director on the board of The Copper Club, an organization that fosters the interests of the copper industry.
Fastmarkets
Special Correspondent
Andrea Hotter is the US-based Special Correspondent at Fastmarkets, a leading cross-commodity price reporting agency in the metals and mining, agriculture, forest products and new generation energy markets. She writes the 'Hotter Commodities' column and hosts the 'Fast Forward' podcast on energy security. Previously, she was Assistant Managing Editor at Dow Jones Newswires on its energy and commodities desk in London, where she was responsible for markets and equities coverage of metals, softs, grains and energy for EMEA. Andrea is also a Director on the board of The Copper Club, an organization that fosters the interests of the copper industry.
Mr Kunle Iluyemi
IHS Towers
SVP Head Sub Sahara Africa
Kunle is currently a Senior Vice President and Head, Sub-Saharan Africa Region for IHS Towers overseeing Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Rwanda, South Africa and Zambia.
IHS Towers is one of the largest independent owners, operators and developers of shared communications infrastructure in the world by tower count.
IHS Towers has over 39,000 towers across its eight markets, including Brazil, Cameroon, Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa and Zambia.
IHS Towers
SVP Head Sub Sahara Africa
Kunle is currently a Senior Vice President and Head, Sub-Saharan Africa Region for IHS Towers overseeing Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Rwanda, South Africa and Zambia.
IHS Towers is one of the largest independent owners, operators and developers of shared communications infrastructure in the world by tower count.
IHS Towers has over 39,000 towers across its eight markets, including Brazil, Cameroon, Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa and Zambia.
D. Eng Zolana Joao
Angolan National Space Program Management Office (GGPEN)
General Manager
Dr. Zolana Joao is the General Manager of Angola’s National Space Program Management Office (GGPEN), leading satellite missions and space strategy development. He was instrumental in Angola’s transformation into an emerging spacefaring nation, overseeing the launches of ANGOSAT-1 & 2 and the implementation of the Angolan Earth Observation Program. He holds dual master’s degrees and a Doctor of Engineering from George Washington University. A guest lecturer at MIT and ISU, he is also a published researcher. Dr. Joao has received international recognition, including awards from ROSCOSMOS, IRCAI–UNESCO, and a speaking invitation to the 2022 U.S.–Africa Leaders Summit.
Angolan National Space Program Management Office (GGPEN)
General Manager
Dr. Zolana Joao is the General Manager of Angola’s National Space Program Management Office (GGPEN), leading satellite missions and space strategy development. He was instrumental in Angola’s transformation into an emerging spacefaring nation, overseeing the launches of ANGOSAT-1 & 2 and the implementation of the Angolan Earth Observation Program. He holds dual master’s degrees and a Doctor of Engineering from George Washington University. A guest lecturer at MIT and ISU, he is also a published researcher. Dr. Joao has received international recognition, including awards from ROSCOSMOS, IRCAI–UNESCO, and a speaking invitation to the 2022 U.S.–Africa Leaders Summit.
Mr. Barry Johnson
7 Generations Africa
Founder & CEO
Barry Johnson is the Founder and CEO of 7 Generations Africa (7GA), a True Family Office™ developer and advisory firm helping Africa’s leading families grow wealth, well-being, and legacy across generations. A Yale and Harvard graduate, Barry has advised billionaires, policymakers, and mission-driven enterprises, with experience spanning Wall Street, the White House, and Fortune 500 firms. He served as Founding Executive Director of SelectUSA under President Obama and has led global investment strategies to strengthen economic resilience. Through 7GA, he guides families in aligning capital with purpose, values, and strategic impact.
7 Generations Africa
Founder & CEO
Barry Johnson is the Founder and CEO of 7 Generations Africa (7GA), a True Family Office™ developer and advisory firm helping Africa’s leading families grow wealth, well-being, and legacy across generations. A Yale and Harvard graduate, Barry has advised billionaires, policymakers, and mission-driven enterprises, with experience spanning Wall Street, the White House, and Fortune 500 firms. He served as Founding Executive Director of SelectUSA under President Obama and has led global investment strategies to strengthen economic resilience. Through 7GA, he guides families in aligning capital with purpose, values, and strategic impact.
Mr. Khushalani Jugal Vishnu
Marriott International
Senior Director of Development
Jugal Khushalani is currently the Senior Director of Lodging Development for Marriott International in Sub-Saharan Africa, leading successful market analyses and negotiations for Marriott’s 30+ diverse hotel brands across the region. With over a decade of expertise in the hospitality industry, Jugal is an experienced hospitality professional with a proven track record in hotel development.
Marriott International
Senior Director of Development
Jugal Khushalani is currently the Senior Director of Lodging Development for Marriott International in Sub-Saharan Africa, leading successful market analyses and negotiations for Marriott’s 30+ diverse hotel brands across the region. With over a decade of expertise in the hospitality industry, Jugal is an experienced hospitality professional with a proven track record in hotel development.
Monsieur CONSTANTIN KALALA MAYIBA
AMBASSADE DE LA RDC EN ANGOLA
AMBASSADEUR
AMBASSADEUR DE LA RDC EN ANGOLA
AMBASSADE DE LA RDC EN ANGOLA
AMBASSADEUR
AMBASSADEUR DE LA RDC EN ANGOLA
Sr. AGOSTINHO PINTO JOÃO KAPAIA
OPAIA
CEO
Agostinho Kapaia nasceu a 26 de junho na província do Huambo.Desde 2002, ele ocupa o cargo de Presidente do Conselho de Administração e CEO do Opaia Group.
OPAIA
CEO
Agostinho Kapaia nasceu a 26 de junho na província do Huambo.Desde 2002, ele ocupa o cargo de Presidente do Conselho de Administração e CEO do Opaia Group.
Mr Kevin Kariuki
African Development Bank
VICE PRESIDENT ENERGY SECTOR
A chartered engineer with over 30 years’ experience, Dr. Kariuki was formerly Head of Infrastructure and the global lead on power at Industrial Promotion Services (IPS) – an affiliate of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development.
Dr. Kariuki has led the development of over US$2b of privately financed infrastructure projects, including the USD650m 147MW Ruzizi III Hydropower Project (Burundi, DRC and Rwanda); the US$902m, 250MW Bujagali Hydropower Project in Uganda; and the US$650m, 1,280 Gb/s, 17,000km submarine optic fibre cable linking South and East African countries with other international broadband cables in South Africa, India and France.
African Development Bank
VICE PRESIDENT ENERGY SECTOR
A chartered engineer with over 30 years’ experience, Dr. Kariuki was formerly Head of Infrastructure and the global lead on power at Industrial Promotion Services (IPS) – an affiliate of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development.
Dr. Kariuki has led the development of over US$2b of privately financed infrastructure projects, including the USD650m 147MW Ruzizi III Hydropower Project (Burundi, DRC and Rwanda); the US$902m, 250MW Bujagali Hydropower Project in Uganda; and the US$650m, 1,280 Gb/s, 17,000km submarine optic fibre cable linking South and East African countries with other international broadband cables in South Africa, India and France.
Madame THERESE KAYIKWAMBA WAGNER
MINISTERE DES AFFAIRES ETRANGERES
MINISTRE D'ETAT
MINISTRE D'ETAT, DES AFFAIRES ETRANGERES
MINISTERE DES AFFAIRES ETRANGERES
MINISTRE D'ETAT
MINISTRE D'ETAT, DES AFFAIRES ETRANGERES
Mr. Brian Kelly
Anzana Electric Group
Founder & CEO
Brian is the Founder & CEO of Anzana Electric Group, a company which develops, invests, owns, and operates private electricity distribution utilities and distributed generation projects in sub-Saharan Africa. He has over 18 years of experience focused on electricity sector development, investments, and financing in emerging markets. His career includes entrepreneurship, private equity, and power sector investment banking across Africa and Asia-Pacific. He holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania.
Anzana Electric Group
Founder & CEO
Brian is the Founder & CEO of Anzana Electric Group, a company which develops, invests, owns, and operates private electricity distribution utilities and distributed generation projects in sub-Saharan Africa. He has over 18 years of experience focused on electricity sector development, investments, and financing in emerging markets. His career includes entrepreneurship, private equity, and power sector investment banking across Africa and Asia-Pacific. He holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania.
Ms. Raissa Kikunda
ARECOMS
Senior Advisor
Raïssa R. Kikunda is a Senior Advisor at the Regulatory Authority for Strategic Mineral Substances
Markets (ARECOMS), where she plays a key role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction and
regulatory framework for a sector vital to the national economy. Prior to joining ARECOMS, she held the position of Secretary General at Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC), as well as that of Senior Manager at EY, a global consulting and auditing firm. In this role, she has led projects related to strategic, organisational, operational and compliance issues for companies in both the private and public sectors. She holds a degree in Finance and Accounting from HEC Montréal and is a chartered accountant
ARECOMS
Senior Advisor
Raïssa R. Kikunda is a Senior Advisor at the Regulatory Authority for Strategic Mineral Substances
Markets (ARECOMS), where she plays a key role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction and
regulatory framework for a sector vital to the national economy. Prior to joining ARECOMS, she held the position of Secretary General at Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC), as well as that of Senior Manager at EY, a global consulting and auditing firm. In this role, she has led projects related to strategic, organisational, operational and compliance issues for companies in both the private and public sectors. She holds a degree in Finance and Accounting from HEC Montréal and is a chartered accountant
Mr. William (Bill) Killeen
Acrow Corp of America
CEO
CEO - Chairman of Acrow, a leading manufacturer of prefabricated modular steel bridges based in the USA headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, manufacturing in Milton, Pennsylvania and Lydney, England. Acrow remains privately held by key managers. Received his Bachelors degree from New Jersey Institute of Technology in 1983. Obtained a professional engineering license in 1987 from New Jersey and has practiced structural bridge engineering most of his career. Been on Board of Directors for the Corporate Council on Africa. Appointed by President Obama to the Presidential Advisory Committee – Doing Business in Africa. His appointment continued under Presidents Trump and Biden.
Acrow Corp of America
CEO
CEO - Chairman of Acrow, a leading manufacturer of prefabricated modular steel bridges based in the USA headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, manufacturing in Milton, Pennsylvania and Lydney, England. Acrow remains privately held by key managers. Received his Bachelors degree from New Jersey Institute of Technology in 1983. Obtained a professional engineering license in 1987 from New Jersey and has practiced structural bridge engineering most of his career. Been on Board of Directors for the Corporate Council on Africa. Appointed by President Obama to the Presidential Advisory Committee – Doing Business in Africa. His appointment continued under Presidents Trump and Biden.
Hon Gaudentia Krohne
Ministry Industries, Mines and Energy
Deputy Minister
From a very young age Hon Krohne has been passionate about political activism and service to her people. She has served in several leadership portfolios before becoming the Mayor of Keetamanshoop from 2015 to 2020 and the proceeded to being an ordinary Councillor.
With over 25 years of experience in public service.
As Deputy Minister, I she is committed to:
• Advancing sustainable and inclusive access to energy
• Promoting local beneficiation in the mining sector and
• Aligning our policies with both Namibia’s national development goals and global environmental commitments.
Ministry Industries, Mines and Energy
Deputy Minister
From a very young age Hon Krohne has been passionate about political activism and service to her people. She has served in several leadership portfolios before becoming the Mayor of Keetamanshoop from 2015 to 2020 and the proceeded to being an ordinary Councillor.
With over 25 years of experience in public service.
As Deputy Minister, I she is committed to:
• Advancing sustainable and inclusive access to energy
• Promoting local beneficiation in the mining sector and
• Aligning our policies with both Namibia’s national development goals and global environmental commitments.