Eugene Anangwe Event Master of Ceremony
Eugene Anangwe Event Master of Ceremony Eugene Anangwe is a prominent figure in East and Central Africa's media scene, boasting nearly thirty years of impactful work. As the former Country Manager for CNBC Africa and Forbes Africa, he now heads the East Africa Media Group, overseeing subsidiaries like EAMGTV and EAMG Radio in Rwanda. Anangwe's extensive career includes founding roles at TV47 Kenya and Look UP TV. Renowned for his insightful interviews with leaders like H.E. Paul Kagame and H.E. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, he also champions mentorship through The Anangwe Mentorship Program and hosts the weekly TV talk show 'The Summit' on Rwanda Television.
Francis Nasyomba, CFA Principal at Raisin Capital and President, CFA Society East Africa
Francis Nasyomba, CFA Principal at Raisin Capital and President, CFA Society East Africa Francis is a CFA charter holder, and a CPA, with more than 15-year experience in the field of accounting and financial investment with specialization in Private Equity.
Banji Fehintola Senior Director & Head, Treasury & Financial Institutions of Africa Finance Corporation
Banji Fehintola Senior Director & Head, Treasury & Financial Institutions of Africa Finance Corporation Banji is the Senior Director and Head of Treasury & Financial Institutions at Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), managing assets of about US$12 billion. With extensive experience in international finance, he has been instrumental in establishing AFC as a key player in the global loan and debt capital markets. Banji's leadership has led to AFC's A3 credit rating from Moody's. He holds a Chartered Accountant designation, a master's degree in international finance, and is a CFA Charter holder.
Nick Barigye Chief Executive Officer at Rwanda Finance Limited
Nick Barigye Chief Executive Officer at Rwanda Finance Limited Nick BARIGYE is the Chief Executive Officer of Rwanda Finance Limited, the company promoting and developing Rwanda as a leading financial destination for international investment and cross-border transactions in Africa.
Dr. Uzziel NDAGIJIMANA Minister of Finance and Economic Planning at Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN)
Dr. Uzziel NDAGIJIMANA Minister of Finance and Economic Planning at Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) Dr. Uzziel NDAGIJIMANA is the Minister of Finance and Economic Planning in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) since April 2018
Dr. Donald Kaberuka Chairman and Managing Partner at SouthBridge Group
Dr. Donald Kaberuka Chairman and Managing Partner at SouthBridge Group Chairman and Managing Partner, SouthBridge Former Board Chair, The Global Fund to Fight HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria (2019 – 2023) Emeritus President, African Development Bank (2005 – 2015) Special Envoy of the African Union on Financing, the Peace Fund and COVID19 response Former Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Rwanda (1997 – 2005)
Aissa Toure Sarr Country Manager for Rwanda at African Development Bank Group
Aissa Toure Sarr Country Manager for Rwanda at African Development Bank Group Aissa TOURE SARR, AfDB-Country Manager for Rwanda is an economist and development expert. A Senegalese national with over 27 years of experience, working in three continents and 13 countries for 6 international organizations.
Mr. Richard Niwenshuti Permanent Secretary at Ministry Of Trade
Mr. Richard Niwenshuti Permanent Secretary at Ministry Of Trade Richard serves as the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM), overseeing trade and industrial development policy pathways with a focus on regional and continental market integration under the African Continental Free Trade Area. With 14 years of experience in both public and private sectors, Richard has worked with organizations like the International Finance Corporation (World Bank), European Investment Bank, and the African Program and Business Council for Peace, supporting women-owned businesses. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Rwanda and an MBA in project management, along with certification as a PRINCE II professional project manager.
Ms. Marlène Ngoyi Mvidia Chief Executive Officer at Fund for Export Development in Africa
Ms. Marlène Ngoyi Mvidia Chief Executive Officer at Fund for Export Development in Africa Marlène Ngoyi Mvidia serves as the CEO of the Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), Afreximbank's impact investment arm. With FEDA, she oversees a $770 million platform supporting industrialization, intra-African trade, and value-added exports. Marlène's extensive experience includes leadership roles in commercial and investment banking across Africa and Europe. She has facilitated multi-billion capital raises for social enterprises, private firms, and governments. Marlène began her career at Merrill Lynch in New York and holds magna cum laude B.Sc. in Economics and Finance from Bentley University, as well as an MBA from Harvard Business School, where she was a 2009 Leadership Fellowship recipient.
Umulinga Karangwa, CFA Fund Manager and Investment Advisor
Umulinga Karangwa, CFA Fund Manager and Investment Advisor Umulinga Karangwa is a Fund Manager and Investment Advisor with two decades of experience in financial services with a focus on investments in Africa over the past 15 years.
Mr. Regis Rugemanshuro Chief Executive Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB)
Mr. Regis Rugemanshuro Chief Executive Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) Mr. Regis Rugemanshuro serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB). Prior to his appointment, Mr. RugemanshUro was the Chief Digital Officer of Bank of Kigali PLC where he oversaw and led the Digital Transformation of Bank of Kigali Plc; a position he took after serving as the first Chief Executive Officer of BK TecHouse, the Tech subsidiary of Bank of Kigali Group Plc, where his work and the company’s achievements in the two years he spent there earned him 2018 All Africa Business Leaders Award (AABLA) as Finalist for East Africa Innovator of the Year. Under his leadership, BK TecHouse was voted and awarded the 2017 Best Technology Company in Rwanda by the Smart Service Awards. Prior to joining BK Group Plc, Mr. Rugemanshuro spent his career in the United States consulting for the global Tech giants such as Hewlett Packard (HP) as a Program Manager and later with Accenture PLC in Seattle, Washington. During his time there, his main clients included Microsoft and T-Mobile.
Al Lwetabe, CFA, CAIA, CIPM Director Investments of Deposit Protection Fund Uganda & Team Leader, Acceleration - Founder Institute Kampala
Al Lwetabe, CFA, CAIA, CIPM Director Investments of Deposit Protection Fund Uganda & Team Leader, Acceleration - Founder Institute Kampala Al is a Uganda-based economist and investment professional with a passion for nurturing startup ventures and fostering growth in domestic private markets. He currently serves as the Director of Investments at the Deposit Protection Fund of Uganda, where he plays a key role in managing investments and directing strategic initiatives. Al is dedicated to bridging the gap between business, technology, and capital through fund management and startup accelerators. As a local leader with Founder Institute Kampala and VC Lab, Al is actively involved in launching a pre-seed venture fund to support Kampala startups. With over 12 years of experience, including roles at the Bank of Uganda, Al brings a wealth of expertise in investments and performance analysis to his endeavours.
Belinda Bwiza Chief Executive Officer at One Acre Fund Rwanda
Belinda Bwiza Chief Executive Officer at One Acre Fund Rwanda Belinda is the CEO of One Acre Fund Rwanda, a social enterprise working to uplift farmers across Africa. With operations in nine countries, One Acre Fund Rwanda, known as Tubura, directly impacts over 750,000 farmers and reaches nearly 2 million through partnerships. Delivering over $100 million in annual impact, the organization employs 3,400 staff in Rwanda. Previously, Ms. Bwiza led the establishment of a retail franchise in Kigali and held roles in financial policy with the Ministry of Education in Canada. She also brings experience from various financial services positions in Ontario, Canada, and serves on boards including Equity Bank Rwanda and Rugori Investment Network. Ms. Bwiza holds an MBA, CPA, and a bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance.
Mary M. Njuguna Principal Specialist, Capital Markets at Financial Sector Deepening Africa
Mary M. Njuguna Principal Specialist, Capital Markets at Financial Sector Deepening Africa With 18+ years in capital markets, regulation, and law, Mary drives transformative initiatives in Africa's economic growth. Leading projects at FSD Africa, she pioneers policy reform and gender bonds. Formerly at CMA Kenya, she shaped regulatory efforts for innovative financial products. Mary holds an MSc in Finance and Financial Law, advocating for sustainable finance in Africa.
Ms. Rosine Uwamariya Country Director of Trademark Africa (TMA) Rwanda
Ms. Rosine Uwamariya Country Director of Trademark Africa (TMA) Rwanda Ms. Rosine Uwamariya is the Country Director Trademark Africa (TMA) Rwanda office. Trademark Africa is an Aid-for-Trade organisation that was established in 2010, with the aim of growing prosperity through inclusive and sustainable trade.
Laura Cameron Bierer Financial Sector Development & Investment Promotion Advisor at Tony Blair Institute of Global Change
Laura Cameron Bierer Financial Sector Development & Investment Promotion Advisor at Tony Blair Institute of Global Change Laura Bierer is a finance professional with 13 years of experience. She started her career in investment banking at J.P. Morgan and has been advising the Ugandan and Rwandan government on financial sector development, investment promotion and debt management for the last 8 years. She is currently embedded within the Rwandan Development Board and Rwanda Finance Limited. She holds a Bachelor and master's in economics from the University of Cambridge.
Jean Bosco Iyacu Chief Executive Officer at Access to Finance Rwanda
Jean Bosco Iyacu Chief Executive Officer at Access to Finance Rwanda Jean Bosco Iyacu is the CEO of Access to Finance Rwanda (AFR), promoting financial inclusion and sector development in Rwanda. With over 16 years of experience, he leads strategic initiatives at AFR and serves as Deputy Chairperson of the Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) Network. Previously, he held leadership roles at the Rwanda Business Development Center and KCB Bank Rwanda Ltd. Jean holds a master's in economics from the University of Witwatersrand and certifications in MSME Financing, Inclusive Insurance, and Digital Money.
Joseph Murabula Executive Chief Officer at Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC)
Joseph Murabula Executive Chief Officer at Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) Joseph is the CEO of Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), leads a team empowering 3,000+ SMEs with incubation, acceleration, and financing. With 20+ years in advisory, climate financing, and entrepreneurship, he's driven impactful initiatives, including founding KIFFWA and mobilizing funds for vital projects. Certified in Climate and Renewable Energy Finance, Joseph's passion for sustainable development fuels his commitment to addressing climate change challenges and driving financial empowerment.
Ms. Louise Kanyonga Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB)
Ms. Louise Kanyonga Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) Ms. Louise Kanyonga is the Deputy Chief Executive Officer at the Rwanda Social Security Board, a government entity tasked with managing and promoting social security to meet the diverse socio-economic needs of Rwandans. Prior to that, she served in different capacities at RDB, including Chief Strategy & Compliance Officer and Registrar General at the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) a government institution in charge of accelerating economic growth and development of the country, where she was tasked with aligning RDB’s strategic priorities with the National Vision and driving interventions to enhance private sector competitiveness. She started out her public service career as a policy analyst in the Strategy and Policy Unit, Office of the President.
Frank Mwiti EY Eastern Africa Markets Leader and the incoming CEO of Nairobi Securities Exchange
Frank Mwiti EY Eastern Africa Markets Leader and the incoming CEO of Nairobi Securities Exchange Frank is the EY Eastern Africa Markets Leader and the incoming CEO for Nairobi Securities Exchange. At EY, he leads Strategy, M&A and business development across Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan. In addition to other Leadership roles, Frank is the EY Global Client Service Partner for several multinational accounts and sit on various Boards in Africa and UK.
Teddy Mugabo Chief Executive Officer at Rwanda Green Fund
Teddy Mugabo Chief Executive Officer at Rwanda Green Fund Teddy Mugabo serves as the fund’s first female CEO. Her acclaimed career spanning over a decade in the Climate Change and Environmental Sector, began at the Ministry of Environment. Prior to her appointment as CEO, Teddy Mugabo served as the Head of Business Development, now referred to as the Chief Strategy Officer, where she was responsible for Business Strategy & Development. In addition, she served as the Fund’s Climate Change Sector Specialist and District Capacity Building Facilitator, where she proved to be a driving force behind many successful cross-sectoral programmes related to green investments, water management, environment, and climate change. Before that she worked as a consultant, where her experience drew her to work closely with districts, local government, ministries, and private sector players for project implementation.
Janet Akayenzi Sustainable Finance Lead at Rwanda Finance Limited
Janet Akayenzi Sustainable Finance Lead at Rwanda Finance Limited Janet AKAYENZI is the Sustainable Finance Lead at Rwanda Finance Limited, the company promoting and developing Rwanda as a leading financial destination for international investment and cross-border transactions in Africa.
Siongo Kisoso Managing Director of BK Capital
Siongo Kisoso Managing Director of BK Capital Siongo is a seasoned global finance and investments professional, specializing in corporate finance and consulting. His extensive expertise lies in investment appraisal and analysis, strategy development, financial analysis, planning, and relationship management. With a background in corporate finance, Siongo has successfully completed numerous engagements encompassing capital raising, M&A advisory, valuation advisory, restructuring, commercial and financial due diligence, and business modeling. He holds an Executive MBA from Strathmore Business School (2019), a Pan African Executive MBA Module from IESE Business School (2016), and a Bachelor of Commerce from Strathmore University (2010). Currently a CFA Level 3 Candidate, he is affiliated with the CFA Institute.
Christine Maina Chief Executive Officer at East Africa Private Equity & Venture Capital Association
Christine Maina Chief Executive Officer at East Africa Private Equity & Venture Capital Association Christine is the CEO of the East Africa Venture Capital Association (EAVCA) and former CEO of the DRC Kenya Chamber of Commerce. With over 15 years of experience in PR, Marketing Communication, and investment advisory, she brings rich leadership expertise to her roles. Christine is known for championing East Africa as an investment hub and has served on various boards promoting economic transformation and entrepreneurship. Her passion for mentoring emerging entrepreneurs and promoting regional trade makes her a valuable asset to the East African business community. Outside of work, Christine enjoys travel and engaging conversations.
Philip Gasaatura Managing Director of Katapult Africa
Philip Gasaatura Managing Director of Katapult Africa Philip currently serves as a Managing Director for Katapult Africa a Venture Capital firm, investing in and scale tech companies across Africa through their Accelerator Program. Prior to joining Katapult, Philip was Strategy Consultant for the Government of Rwanda developing Rwanda’s strategy to become a Technology and Innovation Pan-African Hub under the flagship project of Kigali Innovation City, Philip was instrumental in the design and structuring of Rwanda’s first Government backed Venture Capital Fund designed to invest in stage growth companies in Rwanda and across East Africa.
Christian Ruehmer CEO and Founding Partner of Q-Lana
Christian Ruehmer CEO and Founding Partner of Q-Lana Christian is a distinguished expert in Investment Management, Risk Management, and Impact Finance with a rich experience spanning over 30 years. His career includes significant roles in multinational financial institutions, where he served as Deputy Treasurer, Managing Director of a Structured Investment Unit, and excelled in Portfolio Management, Risk Management, and Workout/Restructuring. He has also held prominent positions such as Chief Investment Officer and Head of Risk Management for a fund manager in the impact investment sector.
Philippe Watrin Chief Investment Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB)
Philippe Watrin Chief Investment Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) Philippe WATRIN is the Chief Investment Officer of the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB), the public institution mandated to administer social security in Rwanda, which is as well the largest Rwandan investment fund.
Patricia Kiwanuka, CFA, MBA, MA Managing Director of Revenu Stream Limited
Patricia Kiwanuka, CFA, MBA, MA Managing Director of Revenu Stream Limited Patricia Kiwanuka is the founder and CEO of Revenu Stream Limited, boasting over 20 years of experience in financial services across East Africa. As a CFA® Charterholder, she has held key roles at institutions like Old Mutual and Sanlam, while also serving on boards for NSE Clear Ltd and WPP Scanad. Patricia holds multiple master's degrees and is recognized with honors such as the Order of the Golden Warrior (OGW) and Officer in the Order of St. John by Her Majesty the Queen. She is also a Charter Member of the Rotary Club of Upper Hill and a Paul Harris Fellow (PHF+2).
Cherno Gaye, CFA Chief Executive Officer at FinCity Investment Advisory
Cherno Gaye, CFA Chief Executive Officer at FinCity Investment Advisory Cherno is currently the CEO of FinCity, an Investment Advisory firm in Kigali, Rwanda. Immediately before this role, he was the Chief Executive Officer of Cogebanque, a commercial bank based in Rwanda.
Mkombozi Karake FCCA, CPA (R), CIA, MBA Chairman and Partner at KMD Partners and the CEO at the Global Institute of Governance and Sustainability (GIGS)
Mkombozi Karake FCCA, CPA (R), CIA, MBA Chairman and Partner at KMD Partners and the CEO at the Global Institute of Governance and Sustainability (GIGS) Mkombozi is currently the Chairman and Partner at KMD Partners and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Global Institute of Governance and Sustainability (GIGS). He was previously the Managing Partner of Mazars Rwanda, a Financial Management Specialist with the World Bank, Chief Internal Auditor at the Development Bank of Rwanda, and Group Chief Internal Auditor of Horizon Group. Mkombozi is also a regular contributor to local and international seminars and conferences in his area of expertise, specifically in Governance, Sustainability, Risk Management, Leadership, Audit and Finance. He also has experience in Lecturing Professional Accountancy Courses and University Financial Management Modules. Mkombozi also has Big 4 experience, having worked for Deloitte, PwC and KPMG in varying capacities. He also has Boardroom experience having served on several Boards.
Ross T Nathan Executive Director and COO of Chancen International
Ross T Nathan Executive Director and COO of Chancen International An accomplished senior C-level executive with over 25+ years’ expertise in financial inclusion, microfinance banking, program management, talent development, strategy development, stakeholder management, institution capacity building, and advocacy, with a focus on Access to Finance, skill development, and livelihoods to underserved, especially youth, women, refugees and PwDs.
Vincent Nkuranga Chair at PEFA Advisory Board
Vincent Nkuranga Chair at PEFA Advisory Board Vincent, a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), holds an MBA in Finance from Maastricht School of Management, the Netherlands, and is a candidate for the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). With over 17 years of experience as a versatile PFM Expert, Vincent currently chairs the newly created PEFA Advisory Board, providing valuable insights to enhance country ownership and advising the PEFA Steering Committee. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the International Consortium on Governmental Financial Management (ICGFM), advocating for best practices in Public Financial Management globally. In his role as SPIU Coordinator at the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, Vincent leads key PFM Reforms programs, focusing on the automation of Government PFM systems and coordinating various development partner cooperation frameworks.
Olivier Fines, CFA Head of Advocacy and Capital Markets Policy Research for EMEA at CFA Institute
Olivier Fines, CFA Head of Advocacy and Capital Markets Policy Research for EMEA at CFA Institute Olivier Fines, CFA, is head of Advocacy and Capital Markets Policy Research for EMEA at CFA Institute. With teams based in London and Brussels, he leads the effort in researching and commenting on the major trends that affect the investment management industry as well as changes to the profession and policy and regulatory developments. The positions taken on these issues and the research pieces that are published are meant to promote the fundamental principles upheld by CFA Institute, that of investor protection, professional ethics, and market integrity. Fines joined CFA Institute in March 2019 after a 15-year career in investment management spanning research, portfolio management, product management, and regulatory compliance work at firms based in Paris and London. Prior to joining CFA Institute, he was head of Risk and Compliance at Rothschild & Co in London for the private equity and private debt division.
Stan Getui, CFA Head, Capacity Development and Ecosystem Building at Mastercard Foundation
Stan Getui, CFA Head, Capacity Development and Ecosystem Building at Mastercard Foundation He currently serves as Head, Capacity Development and Ecosystem Building at the Mastercard Foundation. He was previously a Director at Luminate, part of the Omidyar Group where he sourced and manage Luminate’s investments and grants in Africa and the US. He has worked as a strategy consultant with Dalberg Advisors, where he focused on inclusive finance, as well as ICT and Investment for Development. He also worked with MFS Investment Management and Mercer Investments, both in Melbourne, Australia. Stan has served on the Advisory Board of the Department of Finance at the Deakin Business School, advising on undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes.
Dr. James Ndahiro Technical Advisor at Capital Market Authority (CMA)
Dr. James Ndahiro Technical Advisor at Capital Market Authority (CMA) Dr. James Ndahiro holds multiple roles in Rwanda’s financial sector. He is the Technical Advisor at the Capital Market Authority (CMA), Chairman of Zigama Credit and Saving Society, and Chairman of Société Nouvelle d’Assurances du Rwanda (SONARWA). He has also served as the Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Rwanda Stock Exchange (RSE).
