Global Leadership Summit 2026
HerSphere Global Summit
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2026 Theme
The Power Shift: Women Leading the Next Global Economy
Women are increasingly shaping global markets, innovation and economic growth. This theme explores how female leadership is redefining industries and influencing the future of business, investment and global economic development.
Driving innovation across key economic sectors globally
Accessing and deploying capital at unprecedented levels
Influencing policy and reshaping global economic governance
2026
Annual Theme
Why It Matters
Women Are the World's Most Powerful Economic Driver
Women represent one of the most powerful drivers of global economic growth. HerSphere creates a platform where leaders collaborate to unlock opportunities, build partnerships, and expand women’s participation in the global economy.
Unlock Economic Potential
Close the gender gap and unlock trillions in global GDP growth
Build Strategic Networks
Connect with global leaders, investors, and decision-makers
Accelerate Leadership
Access insights and strategies from the world's top female leaders
- Learn More About Our Mission
Leadership
Leaders Shaping Capital, Policy and Industry
The HerSphere Global Summit convenes leading African women shaping capital, infrastructure and creative industries. Here are some our speakers
The Platform
HerSphere: Where Ideas, Capital & Leadership Meets
HerSphere Global Summit convenes global leaders, investors, policymakers and innovators to advance women’s leadership and economic participation across industries.
The summit provides a platform where ideas, capital and leadership converge to shape the future of the global economy.
Global Impact
Driving economic transformation through women's leadership
Global Spotlight Moment
Special Guest Appearance:
Kelly Rowland
- Global cultural icon & entrepreneur
- Bridges culture, business, and influence
- Expands international visibility and diaspora engagement
Driving global attention to
Africa’s opportunity story
SOCIAL MEDIA
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Editorial Spotlight Moment
Special Guest Moderator:
Isha Sesay
(CNN International Correspondent)
- ´Award-winning international journalist
- Expert in African development, women’s rights, and economic policy
- Bridges global media credibility with African narratives
Bringing world-class editorial
authority to every session
Strategic Positioning
Lagos: Africa's Gateway to Global Capital
HerSphere positions Lagos as a gateway city where global capital meets African opportunity — a trusted platform for institutional engagement and diaspora investment.
Diaspora Capital Network
Connecting global Nigerian diaspora with local investment opportunities
Cross-Border Investment
Facilitating structured investment flows across African markets
Strategic Gateway
Gateway for global capital entering African markets
Industries
Key Sectors & Industries
Representing the pillars of global economic growth and transformation
Banking & Finance
Capital markets, investment banking, and financial innovation
Technology
AI, fintech, digital transformation, and emerging tech
Oil & Gas
Energy transition, sustainability, and sector leadership
Agriculture
Agribusiness, food security, and sustainable farming
Renewable Energy
Clean energy, climate tech, and green innovation
Policy & Governance
Public policy, regulation, and institutional leadership
Creative Economy
Media, entertainment, fashion, arts, and cultural industries driving global economic growth and soft power influence
Summit Framework
Five Pillars of Influence
A comprehensive framework designed to accelerate women’s leadership across all sectors
01 — Featured Program
HerSphere Leadership Dialogues
High-level conversations with CEOs, policymakers, and global thought leaders on the most pressing issues facing women in leadership today.
02 — Private Sessions
Capital Roundtables
Private investor discussions on capital access and scaling women-led ventures.
03 — Sector Focus
Industry Forums
Sector-specific discussions across banking, technology, energy, and more.
04 — Future Leaders
Next Leaders Forum
Spotlighting emerging founders and innovators shaping tomorrow.
05 — Recognition
HerSphere Global Honors
Recognition of influential women shaping global industries and driving economic transformation across nations.
Partners
Trusted by Global Leaders
Partnering with influential organizations to advance women’s leadership
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- June 18th
- 9am
- National Theatre, Lagos
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Global Leadership
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