The HedgeNews Africa Symposium 2026 is the 17th annual flagship conference hosted by HedgeNews Africa focused on alternative asset management, hedge funds and private markets in South Africa and the broader African region. It takes place on 24 February 2026 at the Vineyard Hotel in Cape Town and brings together senior fund managers, allocators, investors and service providers for a full day of keynotes, expert panels and deep-dive discussions on macro trends, investment strategies, private credit, technology, fund structuring and regional opportunities. The event also features specialised streams like the BlackRock Masterclass and addresses topics such as AI’s role in asset management, the evolving case for crypto, and how hedge funds are positioning in today’s markets
