FSD Africa has opened registration for the Third Sustainable Capital Markets Conference, scheduled for 15–16 September 2026 at the Trademark Hotel, Nairobi.
Building on the momentum of two prior editions, this year’s conference convenes regulators, institutional investors, asset managers, and development finance institutions to accelerate the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles into Africa’s capital markets.
Why This Conference Matters
Africa faces a dual challenge: financing rapid economic development while navigating the global transition to a low-carbon economy. Sustainable capital markets — including green bonds, social bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and ESG-integrated investment strategies — offer a pathway to mobilise the trillions of dollars needed for climate-resilient infrastructure, renewable energy, and inclusive growth.
Yet, African sustainable finance markets remain nascent. This conference addresses the critical gaps: standardisation, regulatory frameworks, investor demand, and deal pipelines.
What To Expect
The two-day programme features:
- Regulatory Dialogues: Capital markets authorities sharing frameworks for green finance classification and disclosure
- Investor Panels: Pension funds, insurance companies, and asset managers discussing ESG integration strategies
- Issuer Spotlights: Corporates and sovereigns that have successfully issued green or social bonds
- Technical Workshops: Practical sessions on verification, reporting, and impact measurement
- Deal Showcases: Investment opportunities in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and climate-tech
Key Discussion Themes
- Green Bond Markets: Scaling issuance across African sovereign and corporate markets
- ESG Disclosure Standards: Harmonising reporting requirements for African listed companies
- Institutional Investor Mandates: Unlocking pension and insurance capital for sustainable investments
- Blended Finance: Using development capital to de-risk private sustainable investment
- Climate Risk Integration: Pricing climate physical and transition risks into investment decisions
- Just Transition: Ensuring sustainability finance benefits communities and workers
Who Should Attend
- Asset Owners & Managers: Pension funds, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds
- Regulators: Capital markets authorities, central banks, securities exchanges
- Issuers: Corporates, financial institutions, and sovereign debt managers
- Development Finance Institutions: AfDB, IFC, DFC, and bilateral donors
- Verifiers & Consultants: ESG rating agencies, verification bodies, sustainability advisors
- Fintech Innovators: Platforms enabling ESG data, reporting, and investment access
Key Details
- Event: 3rd Sustainable Capital Markets Conference
- Dates: 15–16 September 2026
- Venue: Trademark Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya
- Organiser: FSD Africa
- Registration: Open now
- Website: fsdafrica.org/sustainable-capital-markets-conference-2026
Why TACR Readers Should Attend
For venture capitalists and private equity investors, this conference offers critical intelligence on:
- LP Expectations: Understanding how institutional limited partners are integrating ESG into manager selection
- Portfolio Value: How ESG compliance can enhance exit valuations and attract follow-on capital
- Regulatory Horizon: Anticipating disclosure requirements that will affect portfolio companies
- Co-Investment Opportunities: Connecting with development finance institutions offering blended finance structures
For founders, particularly in climate-tech, renewable energy, and sustainable agriculture, the conference provides access to debt capital and impact investors beyond traditional venture equity.
The FSD Africa Mandate
FSD Africa is a specialist development agency funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). It works across sub-Saharan Africa to reduce poverty by building financial markets that are more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. This conference is part of FSD Africa’s broader capital markets development programme.
Registration Information
Spaces are limited for this high-level, invitation-influenced gathering. Early registration is recommended.
- Register: Visit fsdafrica.org/sustainable-capital-markets-conference-2026
