Pan African Summit on Pension Funds Governance & Awards 2025 Announces Strategic Partnership with House of Procurement
- Nexus and Nexus
- Jun 21
- 3 min read
Updated: Jun 23
Johannesburg, South Africa — June 21, 2025: In a landmark move set to reshape the African pension and retirement industry landscape, the Pan African Summit on Pension Funds Governance & Awards 2025 has officially announced a strategic partnership with House of Procurement (HOP), a continental leader in procurement transformation, supply chain innovation, and strategic sourcing.
The partnership was formally unveiled this week by Nexus & Nexus, the convener of the Summit, ahead of the highly anticipated five-day event set to take place from December 1st to 5th aboard an MSC cruise ship sailing from Durban to Pomene Island, Mozambique.
“Purpose Meets Procurement”
Speaking on the announcement, Benard Odote, Group CEO & Managing Director of House of Procurement (Kenya), expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration.
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“We are thrilled to join hands with Nexus & Nexus for this transformative Summit,” said Odote. “Pension funds are major economic actors, and how they procure, invest, and operate can either deepen inequality or catalyze sustainable development. At HOP, we are passionate about purpose-led procurement, and we see this Summit as a critical platform to shape how pension funds think about governance, ethics, and long-term value.”
HOP will contribute insights into ethical supply chain management, ESG-aligned investment decisions, and the integration of procurement technology in fund operations. This aligns seamlessly with one of the Summit’s core themes: “Balancing Growth, Accountability, and Ethical Investing in a Volatile World.”
A Natural Synergy
Sibusiso Msomi, Managing Director at Nexus & Nexus, emphasised the alignment between the values of the Summit and HOP’s mission.
“House of Procurement stands at the intersection of innovation, ethics, and impact, values that the Pan African Summit on Pension Funds Governance & Awards champions across the board. This is more than a partnership; it’s a collaboration of shared ideals and mutual commitment to sector excellence.”
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With over 100 participating organizations, 60+ speakers, and representatives from more than 42 countries, the Summit is already being hailed as the “only pension and retirement summit that matters in 2025 and beyond.”
Strategic Influence and Thought Leadership
The CEO Do Tank — a closed-door session designed exclusively for African pension fund CEOs — is one of the flagship features of the event. With HOP on board as a thought leadership partner, delegates can expect cutting-edge dialogue on:
Procurement risk management in pension portfolios
Private sector collaboration for infrastructure development
Unlocking local content through investment sourcing
Leveraging digital supply chains for cost efficiency
Daisy Mwikali, marketing manager at HOP has welcomed HOP’s involvement saying "this partnership adds a critical dimension to our discussions,”
“Procurement, if done right, is not just transactional — it’s strategic. It’s time we apply that thinking across pension ecosystems to unlock real value,” Mwikali said.
Highlights from the 2025 Summit Program
Among the many standout sessions, attendees will experience:
Opening Keynote by Prof. Mervyn King (Chair, Good Law Foundation) on the intricate relationship between corporate governance and pension sustainability.
CEO Panel Discussions featuring voices from Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.
Investment Lightning Talks on private equity, infrastructure, and AI in fund management.
Awards Evening, celebrating innovation, ESG integration, cybersecurity, and member services in pension governance.
Final Word: Purpose, Platform, and Progress
With limited VIP cabins and delegate seats remaining, the Summit’s organisers urge early.
For Nexus & Nexus, the partnership with HOP reinforces the Summit’s position not only as a premier industry event but as a movement — a platform for bold ideas, collaborative thinking, and actionable outcomes.
“This Summit is about securing Africa’s retirement future,” concluded Sithole. “With House of Procurement as our partner, we are one step closer to making that future ethical, resilient, and inclusive.”
Early bird registration expired on 29 February 2025, but delegates can activate a discount through group bookings. Cabin availability is limited. Booking early guarantees access to premium rooms, drink packages, and priority boarding perks.
👉 Register now at: www.nexusandnexus.com/register
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