WELCOME TO LUSAKA
Welcome to the 42nd Annual Conference and AGM of the African Union for Housing Finance (AUHF) — the continent’s leading platform for advancing affordable housing finance.
UNDER THE THEME
Transforming Africa’s Housing Future: Innovation, Technology, and Value Chain Synergies.
2026 CONFERENCE PARTNERS
The AUHF 2026 Conference will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, investors, developers, and innovators to explore how integrated solutions across the housing value chain can unlock scale, efficiency, and impact.
As Africa’s housing markets evolve, this year’s conference will focus on harnessing innovation and technology to drive smarter finance, stronger partnerships, and more inclusive housing outcomes.
Be part of the platform where ideas translate into action.
Venue: Radisson Blu, Lusaka, Zambia
Dates: 10 – 13 November 2026
Format: In-person event
AUHF Members: US$425
Non-members: US$650Â
Already registered?
Download the Delegate Pack to start planning your AUHF 2026 experience.
CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE
FOUR DAYS OF CONNECTION, LEARNING & OPPORTUNITY
TUESDAY, 10 NOV
- Roundtable
- AGM
WEDNESDAY, 11 NOV
- Masterclass
- Site Visit — afternoon
THURSDAY, 12 NOV
- Conference
- Exhibition Showcase
FRIDAY, 13 NOV
- Conference
- Exhibition Showcase
- AUHF Capital Sprint
- Gala Dinner & Awards
SATURDAY, 14 NOV
Optional tour to Livingstone & Victoria Falls
WHY AUHF 2026?
- Africa’s premier platform for housing finance and investment
- Explore innovation and technology shaping the future of housing
- Engage across the full housing value chain — from finance to delivery
- Connect with senior decision-makers, investors, and industry leaders
- Unlock partnership and deal-making opportunities
- Discover innovations and solutions at the AUHF Exhibition Showcase
- Contribute to shaping Africa’s housing finance agenda
WHAT TO EXPECT
CAHF-AUHF Innovation CatalogueÂ
Discover the innovations transforming affordable housing in Africa.
Launching at AUHF 2026, the Innovation Catalogue will showcase practical examples of innovations, technologies, partnerships and initiatives responding to housing challenges across the continent.
Date: Wednesday, 11 November
AUHF Capital Sprint
Where housing innovation meets investment.
A platform for innovative housing solutions and businesses to pitch ideas and opportunities, engage with investors and industry experts, receive feedback and explore pathways towards scale.
Date: Friday, 13 November
AUHF Awards
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
Recognising innovation, impact and collaboration
Celebrating organisations, institutions and individuals making meaningful contributions to Africa’s housing sector.
Entries close: 15 October 2026
Date: Friday, 13 November
Site Visit
See housing solutions on the ground.
An opportunity to step outside the conference room and engage with housing developments and initiatives in practice.
Date: Wednesday, 11 November | Afternoon
Gala Dinner
African Elegance – A Celebration of Excellence
Connect. Celebrate. Recognise.
An elegant evening bringing delegates together to connect, celebrate and recognise the people, organisations and partnerships shaping the future of housing across Africa.
Set against the backdrop of African-inspired elegance, the evening will celebrate outstanding achievements, strengthen connections across the housing sector and honour those contributing to more affordable, inclusive and sustainable housing across the continent.
Dress Code: African-inspired formal evening wear
Expect: An evening of elegant dining, African-inspired entertainment, meaningful networking and the celebration of Africa’s housing champions.
Theme: African Elegance – A Celebration of Excellence
Dress Code Example: African-inspired formal evening wear
Date: Friday, 13 November | 18:30
DELEGATE PACK
PLAN YOUR AUHF 2026 EXPERIENCE
Download the Delegate Pack for detailed information about:
- Conference programmeÂ
- Sessions and activitiesÂ
- SpeakersÂ
- Registration informationÂ
- Venue and logisticsÂ
- Innovation ShowcaseÂ
- Networking opportunitiesÂ
- Optional tour informationÂ
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
WHO WILL BE IN THE ROOM?
AUHF 2026 brings together:
- Housing finance institutionsÂ
- Banks and financial institutionsÂ
- InvestorsÂ
- DevelopersÂ
- PolicymakersÂ
- RegulatorsÂ
- Government representativesÂ
- Technology and innovation providersÂ
- Researchers and academicsÂ
- Development partnersÂ
- Housing professionalsÂ
- Entrepreneurs and emerging housing businesses
VENUE
Address: 19029 Great East Road, Lusaka, Zambia
Accommodation discount information:Â Booking link here.
Travel/logistics:
- Latitude: -15.3902
- Longitude: 28.3172
SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION SHOWCASE
PARTNER WITH AUHF 2026
Put your organisation at the centre of Africa’s housing finance conversation.
AUHF 2026 offers organisations opportunities to connect with senior housing finance stakeholders, showcase solutions, build relationships and contribute to the conference programme.
Innovation Showcase
The Innovation Showcase forms part of the conference exhibition and will provide a platform for organisations to bring innovative products, technologies and solutions directly into the conference environment.
Exhibition opportunities are incorporated into selected sponsorship packages, alongside other sponsorship benefits.
JOIN US IN LUSAKA
10–13 November 2026
Radisson Blu, Lusaka, Zambia
Transforming Africa’s Housing Future: Innovation, Technology, and Value Chain Synergies
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Delegate Pack | Sponsorship Opportunities