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EVENT SPEAKERS

Meet the Voices Shaping Africa’s MSI Future

The AFRICA CONNECT: MSIs Growth Summit – Tanzania 2026 (AFRICON 2026) brings together a distinguished lineup of speakers, including high-profile leaders, policymakers, and industry experts. Their insights and expertise will inspire delegates, drive meaningful discussions, and shape the future of micro and small industries (MSIs) in Africa. Meet the voices behind this transformative event below.
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Guest of Honor

We are honored to welcome Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, as the Guest of Honor at AFRICON 2026. Her presence reflects Tanzania’s unwavering commitment to empowering micro and small industries (MSIs) as key drivers of inclusive and sustainable economic growth. A champion of innovation, entrepreneurship, and international cooperation, President Samia’s leadership continues to inspire progress and transformation across the continent. Her participation underscores the importance of AFRICON as a strategic platform for shaping the future of Africa’s industrial landscape.

Hon. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan

President of the United Republic of Tanzania

Notable Speakers

Organized by TASSIM, Crescendo Worldwide, and Leading Women of Africa. Supported by Tanzanian ministries, the Government of India, and over 30 international and regional organizations.

Hon. Tulia Ackson

Speaker of the National Assembly of the United Republic of Tanzania

Hon. Selemani Jafo

Minister of Industry and Trade (MP)

Hon. Dr. Hashil Abdallah

Minister of Industry and Trade

Hon. Dr. Tausi Kida

Permanent Secretary, President's Office Investment and Planning

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Mr. Gilead Teri

Executive Director, Tanzania Investment Centre

Mr. Charles Itembe

Director General, Export Processing Zone Authority (EPZA)

Dr. Ashura A. Katunzi

Director General, Tanzania Bureau of Standards

Ambassador John Ulanga

Director of International Trade and Economic Diplomacy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation

Ms. Latifa Mohamed Hamis

Director General, Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TANTRADE)

Ms. Angelina Ngalula

Chairman, Tanzania Private Sector Federation (TPSF)

Mr. Oscar Kisanga

Executive Director, Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA)

Professor Sylvester Mpanduji

Director General, Small Industries Development Organization (SIDO)

Ms. Lorence Ansermet

UNIDO Country Representative in Tanzania

Mr. Yusuph Mwenda

Commissioner General, Tanzania Revenue Authority

Godfery Nyaisa

Chief Executive Officer, Business Registrations and Licensing Agency (BRELA)

Dr. Goodwill Wanga

xecutive Secretary, Tanzania National Business Council (TNBC)

Prof. Edda T. Lwoga

Rector, College of Business Education (CBE)

Prof. Frederick C. Kahimba

Director General, Tanzania Engineering & Manufacturing Design Organization (TEMDO)

Prof. Madundo Mtambo

Director General, Tanzania Industrial Research and Development Organisation (TIRDO)

Mr. William Erio

Director General, Fair Competition Commission (FCC)

Madeliene Nkunu

Leading Women of Africa Group