Your Time • Your Seat • Your Africa
C-Suite: NextGen LeadershipSummit
A transformational convening where Africa's seasoned executives meet the next generation's most promising leaders.
Date
May 23-24, 2026
Location
CIELA Resort, Lusaka
Standard Ticket
K4,000
Headline Sponsor
Our Ethos
What Motivates Us
Africa knows nothing about wonder.
Why wonder, when all you do is possess? The fastest growing population of young people on earth. Raw, unadulterated potential.
You possess the world in minerals.
Un-dug and undiscovered. Golden soil, ready for harvest. Refined by rich African ground.
We are building bridges.
Connecting the modern CEO to their predecessors. Holding up mirrors of recognition. Building rooms where opportunity becomes reality.
Your Time. Your Seat. Your Africa.
Our Vision
Purpose Of The Convening
Building bridges between generations of African leadership. Creating spaces where experience meets ambition, where wisdom flows freely, and where the future of African business takes shape.
Genuine Partnership
Not just connection, but genuine partnership and collaboration. The kind that will take the vibrant energy of new businesses and pump it into established industries.
Discover Talent
The kind that will take the undiscovered talent, and use it to open up new doors in industries of technology, agriculture, and finance.
Recognize Art
The kind that will finally recognize art as the strongest differentiator between machine and man and give it its place in the balance sheet.
Lived Reality
The rooms we are building are for opportunity to flourish and become more than just a chance. They are meant for it to become a lived reality.
Why Choose Us
Why C-Suite Africa?
We actually did it. That's why. We built the room. We planted the platform, tilled the soil ready for connection and watered it for the seeds' growth. All you have to do is come and seize the chance to make it grow!
Whether you are giving your hard-earned wealth of wisdom from a thriving career, or receiving that wisdom on fresh and evergreen ears, the NextGen Leadership Summit has been intentionally designed to make sure you leave rewarded, educated, and full!
Who Should Attend
The Summit Is Curated For
Each seat is intentional. Each voice matters. Each presence shapes the room.
Corporate Professionals
Transitioning into senior leadership and C-suite roles
Entrepreneurs & Founders
Redefining African industries with innovative solutions
Executives & Policymakers
Shaping African markets and driving continental growth
Partners & Sponsors
Select sponsors and institutional sponsors
Standard Price
K4,000
per person
Your Presence Matters
Claim Your Seat At The Table.
More than a conference ticket — this is your entry into Africa's most intentional leadership experience. Every element has been curated to maximize your growth, connections, and impact.
World-Class Speakers
Access to keynotes and panels from Africa's most influential CEOs and business leaders
Curated Networking
Structured opportunities to connect with 200+ executives, founders, and decision-makers
Premium Catering
Full-day gourmet lunch, refreshments, and tea breaks throughout the summit
The C-Suite Sundowner
Exclusive evening experience featuring wine tasting, signature cocktails, live music, and networking at golden hour
The C-Suite Golf Experience
Post-summit executive golf day at the prestigious CIELA Golf Course, a refined close to the summit
Certificate of Attendance
Official recognition of your participation in this landmark leadership gathering
Confirmed Speakers
Renowned Leaders
Learn from Africa's most influential executives and visionary leaders shaping the future of the continent.
Mitwa Ng'ambi
CEO, MTN Cote d'Ivoire
Mwamvita Makamba
Founder, MMConnect Africa
Jito Kayumba
Special Assistant & Advisor, Economics, President of Zambia
Mizinga Melu
CEO, ABSA Bank Zambia
Komba Malukutila
Founder, C-Suite Africa & CEO, MTN Fintech Zambia
Rekha Mhango
Deputy Governor, Bank of Zambia, Bank of Zambia
Your Hosts
Meet Your Hosts
Guiding you through a transformative day of leadership, insight, and connection.
Ruvheneko Parirenyatwa
Founder & CEO, Neko Inc
Lulu Haangala Wood
Co-founder, Woods Kitchen
The Experience
Summit Programme
Three transformative days of leadership, connection, and strategic dialogue.
23 May 2026
The C-Suite NextGen Leadership Summit
A full day of an interchange of experience, knowledge and opportunity at the main event of corporate Zambia for the year 2026 hosted by Komba Malukutila.
The Day's Pillars
Day 2 Evening
The C-Suite Sundowner
Where Business Meets the Golden Hour
17:00 - 20:00 | CIELA Resort & Spa
An evening of connection, culture & fine wine
23 May 2026
The Experience
As the sun sets over the greens of CIELA Resort & Spa, the Summit transitions into a refined Sundowner networking experience where Africa's rising leaders and senior executives connect in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting.
Featured Experience
Wine Tasting
At the heart of the evening is an exclusive wine tasting experience hosted by Quoin Rock, one of Africa's most prestigious vineyards from Stellenbosch, South Africa. Guests will be guided through a curated tasting of the Quoin Rock wine portfolio, engaging directly with the team behind the brand while enjoying the golden Lusaka sunset.
Experience Highlights
Wine Tasting Hosted By
Quoin Rock Wine Farm
One of Africa's most prestigious vineyards from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Our Sponsors
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Empowering Africa's next generation of business leaders
Zambia's Leading Bank
Our Partners
Shared Vision, Stronger Impact
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Africa's Future Will Not Be Built By Spectators
But by builders who lead with heart, act with courage, and serve with purpose.
23 May 2026 • Lusaka, Zambia