Executive Programme

Official Event Agenda

Theme: “Shaping the Future of Work in Africa: Leadership, Innovation & Impact”

Wednesday, 9th September 2026
09:00 AM – 12:00 PM (EAT)
Emara Ole Sereni, Nairobi, Kenya
Executive Summit & Awards Gala
Time & Track
Session Overview, Topics & Speaker Lineup Download ICS
09:00 AM
Accreditation
Registration

DELEGATE REGISTRATION

Arrival of delegates, check-in, collection of badges, conference materials, and morning networking.

09:30 AM
Keynote Address
Welcome Address

Welcome Address by Opening Remarks

Setting the stage for the summit and exploring the theme: “Shaping the Future of Work in Africa: Leadership, Innovation & Impact.”

Speaker
AN
Akin Naphtal

CEO

InstinctWave Group
10:05 AM
Executive Panel 01
Panel Discussion

“Building High-Performance Cultures in a Volatile Business Environment”

Strategies for fostering agility, purpose-driven performance, and cultural cohesion in turbulent markets.

Speaker / Panelists
LN
Lillian Ngala

HR Director

Diamond Trust Bank, Kenya
JM
James Muhia

Group Human Resources Director

Equity Group
CK
Cecilia Kalungu

GM, Human Resource & Administration

Kenya Power
10:20 AM
Networking Break
Refreshments

TEABREAK AND NETWORKING

Informal networking break with refreshments and exhibition interactions.

10:40 AM
Executive Panel 02
Panel Discussion

Digital HR: From Automation to Intelligence

Leveraging AI, predictive intelligence, and digital HCM solutions to transform employee experience and talent strategy.

Speaker / Panelists
MM
Mutie Mule

COO & Co-founder

Solutech
NS
Narendra Singh Sengar

Regional Sales Head

Seamless Technologies seamlessHR
11:00 AM
Executive Panel 03
Panel Discussion

Beyond Burnout: Leading with Emotional Intelligence in Uncertain Times

Focusing on wellness, empathetic leadership, psychological safety, and sustainable high performance.

Speaker / Panelists
BR
Ms. Betty Rariewa

Director

HA Consultants Ltd (formally Human Asset Consultants Ltd)
LO
Lydiah Obara

CHRP (K)

Head of Human Resources, The Nairobi Hospital
AB
Ayoti Bukachi- Thande

Director of People & Culture

Financing Alliance for Health
11:30 AM
Awards Gala
Awards Ceremony

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Official presentation of the Africa Human Resource Innovation Awards celebrating top HR leaders and impactful initiatives.

  • HR Leader of the Year
  • HR Innovation of the Year
  • Purpose-Driven Organization of the Year
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year
  • Rising HR Talent of the Year
  • Human Capital Analytics Excellence Award
  • Workplace Wellness & Safety Excellence Award
12:00 NOON
Photo & Refreshments
Media & Refreshments

GROUP PHOTO AND MEDIA INTERVIEW & REFRESHMENT

Official summit group photo session, media press interviews, and celebratory networking refreshments.

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Key Summit Takeaways

What to Expect at AHRISA 2026

Culture Transformation

Proven frameworks to steer high-performance corporate cultures amidst volatile business environments.

Intelligent Automation

Transition from basic process automation to predictive AI-driven talent management and analytics.

Emotional Intelligence

Leading with empathy and psychological safety to mitigate workplace burnout and build resilience.

Industry Recognition

Celebrating top HR practitioners, visionary teams, and innovative organizations across Africa.