Brief
CIMA to host Engage Africa 2026 conference in Cape Town
Finance leaders will gather in Cape Town to discuss macro‑economic volatility, technology disruption and workforce demands.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) announced that its third Engage Africa conference will take place at The Lord Charles Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa, from 28 to 30 October 2026.
What happened
The three‑day event, themed “The Next Wave of Resilience”, will bring together finance and business leaders from across Africa and beyond. Organisers say the programme will address macro‑economic volatility, liquidity pressures, technological disruption and evolving workforce demands, aiming to help delegates translate these challenges into strategic action.
What the reports add
Bizcommunity notes that the conference will feature a diverse line‑up of regional and international speakers, including Angus Westley (general manager, Opus Pharmaceuticals), Daniel Silke (director, Political Futures Consultancy), Dr Justine Cohen (political economy analyst), Dr Mizinga Melu (managing director, Absa Bank Zambia), Erik Asgeirsson (CEO and president, CPA.com), Jordaan Burger (managing director, Africa and Middle East, Sage) and Professor Kalu Ojah (finance professor, Wits Business School). The outlet also highlights that the event will focus on building financial, technological and leadership capabilities for resilience and growth.
What was said
Tariro Mutizwa, vice‑president – Africa at CIMA, told Bizcommunity, “Across Africa and around the world, organisations are navigating rapid economic change, technological disruption and increasing uncertainty. Against this backdrop, Engage Africa 2026 will bring together leading voices and diverse perspectives to explore the trends shaping the finance and business landscape.” Mutizwa added that the conference aims to give delegates “practical insights, actionable strategies and renewed confidence to help their organisations adapt and thrive.”
How it came about
The Engage Africa series builds on previous editions that, according to CIMA, sparked new thinking, collaboration and lasting professional relationships. The 2026 edition follows other major South African events this month, such as the Singularity Summit (21‑22 Oct) and the upcoming payments‑system reforms announced on 19 Oct, underscoring the country’s focus on innovation and financial transformation.
Key facts
- CIMA will host Engage Africa 2026 in Cape Town from 28‑30 October 2026. (bizcommunity.com)
- The conference theme is "The Next Wave of Resilience". (bizcommunity.com)
- Key speakers include Angus Westley, Daniel Silke, Dr Justine Cohen, Dr Mizinga Melu, Erik Asgeirsson, Jordaan Burger and Prof Kalu Ojah. (bizcommunity.com)
- Vice‑president Tariro Mutizwa said the event will provide practical insights and strategies for organisations. (bizcommunity.com)
Sources
- [1] bizcommunity.com — originally reported as “Global finance leaders to convene in South Africa for CIMA's Engage Africa 2026 conference - AICPA & CIMA”
