International Diversification

Maximizing Returns, Minimizing Risks28 Oct - 01 Nov 2024  |  London​, United Kingdom

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STREAMS

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Guests

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SPEAKERS

15

MODULES

6+

MANAGERS

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TRANSACTIONS

Diversify Returns. Derisk Portfolios.

Botswana’s institutional investment landscape has evolved significantly, with pension funds and long-term insurers now managing over BWP 200+ billion in combined institutional assets. These sophisticated investors must balance domestic investment mandates with prudent global diversification while navigating complex regulatory and market dynamics.

This comprehensive program combines in-person workshops and virtual resources to equip Botswana’s pension funds, long-term insurers, and asset managers with practical tools for addressing critical challenges including Pula volatility, evolving NBFIRA regulations, and funding local infrastructure while managing concentration risk.

Participants gain actionable insights on portfolio construction, alternative asset allocation, and ESG integration, while connecting with SADC peers and global asset managers to unlock opportunities across infrastructure, private markets, and emerging sectors. With engagement from leading entities such as BPOPF, Debswana Pension Fund, and major insurance companies, the initiative supports resilient, impact-driven portfolios aligned with Vision 2036 and designed to withstand market volatility.

Participating firms

Highlights

The Forum

Strategic Investment Convergence Botswana's institutional investors managing BWP 200+ billion explore alternative assets, infrastructure investment, and ESG strategies. Pension funds, insurers, and asset managers gain practical frameworks for balancing domestic mandates with global diversification while navigating regulatory evolution.
Read More

THE AWARDS

Celebrating Excellence in Institutional Investment The inaugural awards honor outstanding achievements across Botswana's BWP 200+ billion institutional landscape. Celebrating pension funds, insurers, and asset managers driving Vision 2036 through innovative investment strategies and exemplary stewardship of institutional capital.
Read More

THE GOLF

Strategic Networking on the Green Exclusive networking for institutional leaders managing Botswana's BWP 200+ billion asset base. Pension fund trustees, insurance executives, and asset managers build meaningful relationships and explore investment partnerships in a relaxed, strategic setting.
Read More

Themes

Strategic asset allocation across geographies and sectors, balancing domestic mandates with global opportunities for resilient institutional portfolios.

Comprehensive frameworks for evaluating and monitoring asset managers across traditional and alternative investments for optimal outcomes.

Best practices in fiduciary oversight, board effectiveness, and risk management to maximize long-term value creation for beneficiaries.

Professional development for pension fund trustees, building expertise in investment oversight and strategic decision-making for institutional excellence.

Exploring private credit, private equity, real estate, and non-traditional investments with practical strategies for managing complexity and enhanced returns.

Investment opportunities in Botswana’s infrastructure development, analyzing risk-return profiles and partnership models supporting Vision 2036 objectives.

Thought leaders

Thato Norman

Chief Executive Officer, Debswana Pension Fund

Maemo Monare-Muchazviona

Principal Pensions Officer, Absa Bank Botswana

Joel Duke Ramaphoi

Permanent Secretary, The Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship

Thatayaone Molefhi

Coordinator—Economic Empowerment, The Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship

Gloria Mamba

Chief Executive Officer, TDB Asset Management

Wayne Hiller van Rensburg

Executive Officer, Institute of Retirement Funds Africa

Cledan Mandri-Perrott

Partner, SFP Infrastructure Partners

Stanley Austin

Partner and Co-founder, Asset Owners Africa

Assets & Strategies

Real Assets: Infrastructure, Commodities

How can pension funds and long-term insurers build robust real asset portfolios, considering the advantages and disadvantages of various approaches to infrastructure, natural capital, and commodities portfolio construction? How can they effectively harness the potential of real assets to meet their long-term liability obligations while generating sustainable returns?
Read More

Real Estate

Real estate offers reliable income streams and capital appreciation potential for institutional investors. However, its illiquidity may challenge pension funds and insurers with shorter liability horizons or requiring portfolio flexibility, particularly as rising interest rates pressure valuations and enhance the attractiveness of liquid alternatives.
Read More

ETF

Why are many institutional managers turning to ETFs now, and how is the ETF industry evolving to meet this demand? Additionally, how can African pension funds leverage ETFs to gain market access and depth of knowledge without incurring excessive costs?
Read More

Equities

How can African pension funds overcome the challenges facing equities markets and find appealing real returns through geographic investment strategies in equities? Where are the opportunities in equity investments - UK, Emerging, Frontier, Small-Cap, Mid-Cap, Global and Non-U.S. Developed?
Read More

Fixed Income

African pension funds can benefit from diversifying their fixed income opportunities such as emerging markets debt, non-U.S. developed market bonds, investment- grade bonds, leveraged finance, and securitized credit?
Read More

Sustainable Investing

Climate change poses risks to the economy, financial markets, and pension fund investments. Given the increasing financial risks and opportunities posed by climate change, how can African pension funds develop a comprehensive framework for assessing and managing climate-related factors across their investment universe?
Read More

Private Credit

Private credit can offer pension funds higher returns compared to traditional investment avenues, providing an opportunity to enhance portfolio performance and meet long-term liabilities.
Read More

Private Equity

Private equity can offer pension funds higher returns compared to traditional investment avenues, providing an opportunity to enhance portfolio performance and meet long-term liabilities.
Read More

Target audience

Who Attends

This programme is designed for asset owners, asset managers, and investment consultants shaping Africa’s investment landscape. As capital markets evolve and institutional participation grows, it offers a platform to explore strategic approaches to portfolio construction, asset allocation, and risk management.

It is also highly relevant for sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, endowments, foundations, and insurers looking to leverage technology, strengthen investment teams, and drive innovation. Through expert insights and peer discussions, participants will gain practical strategies to navigate Africa’s dynamic markets and global investment trends.

Be Part of It

EXPLORE international diversification case studies and build a powerful network to expand your portfolio globally.

DISCOVER how investing across diverse geographies, asset classes, and strategies can enhance resilience and unlock new opportunities.

GAIN insights into managing international exposure, mitigating currency risks, and navigating political, economic, and regulatory shifts.

CONNECT with leading asset managers and key stakeholders to start building the relationships that will drive your global diversification strategy.

Make Your Mark: Be Seen, Be Heard

Please contact Michael Ndinisa at learn@assetowners.africa or +27 76 058 4044 to discuss how you can be part of this transformative initiative. Our aim is to maximize your return on investment through flexible in-person, virtual, and on-demand programme access tailored to your institutional needs. We strongly encourage you to reach out to explore partnership opportunities and secure your participation.

Organising partners

Diversify Returns. Derisk Portfolios.

Botswana’s institutional investment landscape has evolved significantly, with pension funds and long-term insurers now managing over BWP 200+ billion in combined institutional assets. These sophisticated investors must balance domestic investment mandates with prudent global diversification while navigating complex regulatory and market dynamics.

This comprehensive program combines in-person workshops and virtual resources to equip Botswana’s pension funds, long-term insurers, and asset managers with practical tools for addressing critical challenges including Pula volatility, evolving NBFIRA regulations, and funding local infrastructure while managing concentration risk.

Participants gain actionable insights on portfolio construction, alternative asset allocation, and ESG integration, while connecting with SADC peers and global asset managers to unlock opportunities across infrastructure, private markets, and emerging sectors. With engagement from leading entities such as BPOPF, Debswana Pension Fund, and major insurance companies, the initiative supports resilient, impact-driven portfolios aligned with Vision 2036 and designed to withstand market volatility.

Participating firms

Highlights

The Forum

Strategic Investment Convergence Botswana's institutional investors managing BWP 200+ billion explore alternative assets, infrastructure investment, and ESG strategies. Pension funds, insurers, and asset managers gain practical frameworks for balancing domestic mandates with global diversification while navigating regulatory evolution.
Read More

THE AWARDS

Celebrating Excellence in Institutional Investment The inaugural awards honor outstanding achievements across Botswana's BWP 200+ billion institutional landscape. Celebrating pension funds, insurers, and asset managers driving Vision 2036 through innovative investment strategies and exemplary stewardship of institutional capital.
Read More

THE GOLF

Strategic Networking on the Green Exclusive networking for institutional leaders managing Botswana's BWP 200+ billion asset base. Pension fund trustees, insurance executives, and asset managers build meaningful relationships and explore investment partnerships in a relaxed, strategic setting.
Read More

Themes

Strategic asset allocation across geographies and sectors, balancing domestic mandates with global opportunities for resilient institutional portfolios.

Comprehensive frameworks for evaluating and monitoring asset managers across traditional and alternative investments for optimal outcomes.

Best practices in fiduciary oversight, board effectiveness, and risk management to maximize long-term value creation for beneficiaries.

Professional development for pension fund trustees, building expertise in investment oversight and strategic decision-making for institutional excellence.

Exploring private credit, private equity, real estate, and non-traditional investments with practical strategies for managing complexity and enhanced returns.

Investment opportunities in Botswana’s infrastructure development, analyzing risk-return profiles and partnership models supporting Vision 2036 objectives.

Thought leaders

Thato Norman

Chief Executive Officer, Debswana Pension Fund

Maemo Monare-Muchazviona

Principal Pensions Officer, Absa Bank Botswana

Joel Duke Ramaphoi

Permanent Secretary, The Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship

Thatayaone Molefhi

Coordinator—Economic Empowerment, The Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship

Gloria Mamba

Chief Executive Officer, TDB Asset Management

Wayne Hiller van Rensburg

Executive Officer, Institute of Retirement Funds Africa

Cledan Mandri-Perrott

Partner, SFP Infrastructure Partners

Stanley Austin

Partner and Co-founder, Asset Owners Africa

Assets & Strategies

Real Assets: Infrastructure, Commodities

How can pension funds and long-term insurers build robust real asset portfolios, considering the advantages and disadvantages of various approaches to infrastructure, natural capital, and commodities portfolio construction? How can they effectively harness the potential of real assets to meet their long-term liability obligations while generating sustainable returns?
Read More

Real Estate

Real estate offers reliable income streams and capital appreciation potential for institutional investors. However, its illiquidity may challenge pension funds and insurers with shorter liability horizons or requiring portfolio flexibility, particularly as rising interest rates pressure valuations and enhance the attractiveness of liquid alternatives.
Read More

ETF

Why are many institutional managers turning to ETFs now, and how is the ETF industry evolving to meet this demand? Additionally, how can African pension funds leverage ETFs to gain market access and depth of knowledge without incurring excessive costs?
Read More

Equities

How can African pension funds overcome the challenges facing equities markets and find appealing real returns through geographic investment strategies in equities? Where are the opportunities in equity investments - UK, Emerging, Frontier, Small-Cap, Mid-Cap, Global and Non-U.S. Developed?
Read More

Fixed Income

African pension funds can benefit from diversifying their fixed income opportunities such as emerging markets debt, non-U.S. developed market bonds, investment- grade bonds, leveraged finance, and securitized credit?
Read More

Sustainable Investing

Climate change poses risks to the economy, financial markets, and pension fund investments. Given the increasing financial risks and opportunities posed by climate change, how can African pension funds develop a comprehensive framework for assessing and managing climate-related factors across their investment universe?
Read More

Private Credit

Private credit can offer pension funds higher returns compared to traditional investment avenues, providing an opportunity to enhance portfolio performance and meet long-term liabilities.
Read More

Private Equity

Private equity can offer pension funds higher returns compared to traditional investment avenues, providing an opportunity to enhance portfolio performance and meet long-term liabilities.
Read More

Target audience

Who Attends

This programme is designed for asset owners, asset managers, and investment consultants shaping Africa’s investment landscape. As capital markets evolve and institutional participation grows, it offers a platform to explore strategic approaches to portfolio construction, asset allocation, and risk management.

It is also highly relevant for sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, endowments, foundations, and insurers looking to leverage technology, strengthen investment teams, and drive innovation. Through expert insights and peer discussions, participants will gain practical strategies to navigate Africa’s dynamic markets and global investment trends.

Be Part of It

EXPLORE international diversification case studies and build a powerful network to expand your portfolio globally.

DISCOVER how investing across diverse geographies, asset classes, and strategies can enhance resilience and unlock new opportunities.

GAIN insights into managing international exposure, mitigating currency risks, and navigating political, economic, and regulatory shifts.

CONNECT with leading asset managers and key stakeholders to start building the relationships that will drive your global diversification strategy.

Make Your Mark: Be Seen, Be Heard

Please contact Michael Ndinisa at learn@assetowners.africa or +27 76 058 4044 to discuss how you can be part of this transformative initiative. Our aim is to maximize your return on investment through flexible in-person, virtual, and on-demand programme access tailored to your institutional needs. We strongly encourage you to reach out to explore partnership opportunities and secure your participation.

Organising partners

Transformative ideas and analysis from top experts from leading minds

Asset Owners programmes feature a distinguished roster of proactitioners and thought leaders. Our expert content team assembles influential panels to delve into critical industry issues, creating dynamic discussions and seeking out solutions that matter to Africa asset owners. A limited number of speaking opportunities are available to sponsors, providing a platform to share their expertise with our discerning audience.
Stanley Austin_Founding Partner

Stanley Austin

Partner, Asset Owners

Ben Gyepi-Garbrah

Ben Gyepi-Garbrah II

Founder and MD, SATIG

Make Your Mark: Be Seen, Be Heard

Please do not hesitate to contact Peace Natachy via email at learn@assetowners.africa or by phone at 447763 566 145 to discuss how can be part of this initiative. Our aim is to maximize your return on investment by offering in-person, virtual, and on-demand access to our programmes. We strongly encourage you to reach out for further information.

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Whether we are launching a ground-breaking securitization that opens up the capital markets to impact investing or sharing the milestone of investing over USD 10 billion since our inception, you can read about it here.

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