Africa Conference
Sandton Convention Centre, 161 Maude Street 2196, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Overview
Once again, we return to South Africa and partner with the Women’s Property Network to bring you an unmissable and informative RICS conference. Join us in June where industry leaders, experts, and professionals from across the continent will explore the dynamic trends shaping Africa’s economic, urban, and investment landscape. This full-day event offers a deep dive into critical topics, including the latest economic and political trends, the challenges of rapid urbanization, advancements in property valuation, and the future of financing and investment in Africa.
Through engaging keynote sessions, panel discussions, and real-world case studies, you’ll gain actionable insights into sustainable urban development, harnessing technology for smarter cities, and addressing emerging challenges in the valuation and investment sectors.
The conference is designed to provide an unparalleled platform for learning, collaboration, and networking. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry experts, policymakers, and peers during dedicated networking breaks, as well as at our cocktail reception to close the day.
Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of industry trends, explore innovative solutions, or build meaningful partnerships, this event is your gateway to shaping the future of Africa’s built environment.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation driving progress and innovation across the continent.
Learning outcomes
- Expert analysis of economic and political trends: Gain a competitive edge with exclusive insights into global and African economic trends. From housing markets to investment opportunities and growth projections, stay ahead of the curve with knowledge you can apply immediately.
- Solutions for Africa’s urbanisation challenges: Be part of the solution to Africa’s rapid urbanisation. Learn groundbreaking strategies to address sustainable development challenges and shape a more resilient future.
- Shaping the future of property valuation: Transform your understanding of valuation practices with insights into how data, technology, and ESG factors are redefining the industry. Discover how diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are unlocking innovation and excellence in valuation.
- Insights into financing transformative projects: Learn directly from successful case studies of public-private sector collaborations. Gain actionable strategies for financing infrastructure, residential, and commercial projects that drive real-world impact.
- Exploring Africa’s evolving investment landscape: Understand how to navigate Africa’s dynamic investment environment. Explore cutting-edge approaches to project financing, including foreign investment, public funding, and alternative models to unlock new opportunities.
- Embracing technology within urban development: Discover how technology is revolutionizing urban planning and design. Learn how smart, sustainable cities are being built and how you can adopt these innovations in your work.
- Stay ahead with RICS industry updates: Keep your skills sharp and stay ahead of the competition with the latest updates and standards from RICS. Equip yourself with knowledge that enhances your professional growth.
- Networking opportunities: Connect with leading industry experts, policymakers, and peers at multiple networking sessions, including a dedicated cocktail reception. Build meaningful relationships to propel your career forward.
Annabel Bishop
Chief Group Economist , Investec
Dianne De Wet
President, South African Institute of Valuers
Ivan Cornet FRICS
Managing Partner, Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure at Latitude Five
Kura Chihota
Kushinga Kambarami
International Finance Corporation
Niyi Adeleye
Standard Bank
Riaan Fourie
CBRE Excellerate
Sibusiso Ndlovu
Business Development Manager, Fortress
Yasmin Coovadia
Executive Director, Programmes: South African Cities Network
Kecia Rust
Executive Director, Centre for Affordable Housing Finance in Africa
Shadrack Mella
AIRE
Charles Golding
Senior Specialist, Valuation and Investment Advisory for RICS
Gerhard Zeelie
Nedbank
Craig Clulow
Kigali Smart City
Moses Lutalo
CEO at Broll Uganda
Deo Onyango
Senior Industry Specialist at Climate Business IFC Financial Institutions Group, Africa
Published date: 28 May 2025
If you would like to register your interest in the conference or ask any questions regarding this year’s Africa Conference please send a message to productsupport@rics.org
Sponsors
IFC’s EDGE Green Buildings Market Transformation Program
IFC innovated EDGE as a climate mitigation solution to unlock green finance for private sector and FIs through the decarbonization of the built environment. Launched in 2015, EDGE provides a measurable way for builders to cost-effectively optimize resource-efficient designs for new builds and retrofits of any typology. EDGE combines investment and easy-to-use technological solutions to transition buildings and cities onto a low-carbon path. The program has had a positive impact worldwide, providing low-income families sustainable housing with lower energy and water costs, as well as benefits for local economies.
Fortress Real Estate Investments Limited
Fortress Real Estate Investments Limited (Fortress) specialises in the logistics and retail property sectors and has an established in-house development track record. They focus on developing and letting premium-grade logistics real estate in South Africa and Central and Eastern Europe and growing their convenience and commuter-oriented retail portfolio, which currently comprises 52 shopping centres. In addition to its property portfolio, Fortress has a 16,3% interest in NEPI Rockcastle who are the largest owner, operator and developer of shopping centers in Central and Eastern Europe.
Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)
For more than 90 years, IREM members have made it the world’s strongest voice for all things real estate management. Almost 20,000 leaders in commercial and residential management call this home for education, support and networking. IREM’s CPM®, ARM®, ACoM®, and AMO® certifications are internationally recognized symbols of ethical leadership and a well-managed property. And IREM’s tools deliver decades of on-the-job know-how to help members get even better at what they do. Put simply – IREM and its members are here to elevate the profession. IREM is proud of its global footprint, including IREM South Africa Gauteng Chapter. Through its partnerships in South Africa, IREM is able to offer certification education locally. All IREM certification courses, as well as microlearning opportunities, are also available online anytime, anywhere! In 2025, IREM introduced the Africa Portal, a place for professionals in Africa to get access to online skills development immediately! Click here for more information on the Africa Portal. If you know real estate management, come get to know IREM.
Broll
Broll deliver superior returns - something that they've consistently achieved, even in the toughest of market conditions. That's why some of Africa's largest portfolios, both listed and private entrust them with their assets.
