The 13th Transformational Leadership for Africa (TLA) Summit - Doha 2026
A flagship leadership convening bringing together senior public leaders, private sector executives, and institutional reform champions to shape the future of leadership and governance across Africa and beyond.
Convened by Dr. Ben Nwankwo. Honorary awards are issued by the Africa Institute of Public Administration (AIPA) and London Bridge Business School (UK), supported by global learning partners Samuel Wright University and Kennedy University, Florida USA.
A five-star experience in Doha
Date
March 23–29, 2026
Venue
Shaza Hotel, Doha, Qatar
Investment
$2,200 (All-inclusive Executive Package)
Why This Summit Matters
The Transformational Leadership for Africa (TLA) Summit is a high-level leadership platform convened by Dr. Ben Nwankwo to bring together senior public leaders, private sector executives, policy influencers, and institutional reform champions from across Africa and the global diaspora.
The summit creates a space for strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange, and cross-sector collaboration focused on the leadership, governance, and institutional challenges shaping Africa’s future.
By convening leaders across sectors and regions, the TLA Summit fosters shared insight, meaningful partnerships, and practical strategies that support long-term transformation across institutions, industries, and nations.
Cross-sector dialogue among senior leaders and decision-makers
Strategic insights for governance, business, and institutional reform
Pan-African and global leadership networking and collaboration
This is a Transformational Leadership Journey
The Transformational Leadership for Africa (TLA) Summit is an elite executive masterclass designed for leaders who don’t just manage systems — but shape the future.
This immersive program equips senior leaders with:
Strategic leadership foresight for complex environments
Global perspective on policy, business and governance
High-level executive networking
International recognition and executive credentials
Participants join a trusted network of Africa’s leadership class to think, learn, connect and lead differently.
Who This Summit Is For?
The TLA Summit is designed exclusively for senior leaders and decision-makers driving policy, governance, institutional performance, and large-scale organizational growth across Africa.
- Directors-General of agencies and parastatals
- Permanent Secretaries
- Heads of regulatory authorities
- Chief Executives of development authorities
- Special Advisers to Presidents, Governors and Ministries
- Senior Legislators (Committee Chairs)
- Heads of anti-corruption and reform agencies
- City Mayors and Metropolitan Administrators
- Heads of Commissions
- Registrars and Bursars of higher institutions
- Group Executive Directors, Board Chairs and Non-Executive Directors
- Bank Managing Directors and Executive Directors
- Energy and Infrastructure Project Sponsors
- Manufacturing and Industrial Leaders
- Real Estate and Infrastructure Developers
- Heads of NGOs and Foundations
- Women Executives in strategic leadership roles
Why Leaders Attend TLA?
This is where Africa’s leadership class converges to:
Learn global leadership strategies
Build cross-country partnerships
Engage in high-level executive dialogue
Gain international recognition
Join an elite continental network
A 7-Day Executive Leadership Experience
Day 1 – Arrival & Executive Networking
- Airport reception and VIP protocol
- Luxury hotel check-in
- Welcome lounge networking
Day 2 – Strategic Leadership
- Africa in a shifting global order
- Leadership in complex systems
- Executive dialogue on power & ethics
- Welcome dinner & fireside conversations
Day 3 – Policy, Business & Institutional Leadership
- Governance reform & accountability
- Corporate strategy & boardroom leadership
- Entrepreneurship, investment & scale
- Public-private partnerships roundtable
Day 4 – Women, Youth & Next-Gen Leadership
- Women Leaders Forum
- Leadership pipelines & succession
- Country caucus meetings & deal rooms
Day 5 – Global Positioning & Diplomacy
- Africa–Middle East relations
- Strategic influence & negotiation masterclass
- Institutional visits & guided city tour
Day 6 – Grand Gala & Global Recognitions
- Honorary Doctorate conferment
- Distinguished Fellowship induction
- Postgraduate certificate award
- Gala dinner & cultural performances
Day 7 – Departure
Departure
PROGRAMME INCLUSIONS
Your All-inclusive Executive Leadership Package.
Executive Recognition & Credentials
- Induction as Distinguished Fellow of AIPA
- Honorary Doctorate Awards of DBA, D.Mgt, D.Lead, D.Ent, DPA, DPP, D.Gov (Honoris Causa)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Management
Full Summit Experience
- 5-night accommodation in a 5-star hotel
- Breakfast & lunch throughout the program
- All training sessions & materials
- Doctoral academic gown
Travel & Logistics
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Visa processing support (3 months)
- Guided city tour
Global Organizing & Knowledge Partners
Transformational Leadership for Africa (TLA) Summit
London Bridge Business School (LBBS, UK)
Africa Institute of Public Administration (AIPA)
Leading Edge Business School
Samuel Wright University, USA
Kennedy University, Florida, USA
Global Executive Education System
Leading Edge Academy
Honorary Doctorate Recognition at the TLA Summit
The Transformational Leadership for Africa (TLA) Summit provides a ceremonial platform for the presentation of honorary doctorate recognition conferred by the Africa Institute of Public Administration (AIPA) and London Bridge Business School (UK), supported by our global learning partners Samuel Wright Unniversity, and Kennedy University, Florida USA.
These honorary recognitions celebrate exceptional leadership, professional merit, and distinguished service across public, private, and institutional sectors.
Candidates may be conferred with any of the honorary titles including:
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Doctor of Management (D.Mgt), Doctor of Leadership (D.Lead), Doctor of Entrepreneurship (D.Ent), Doctor of Public Administration (DPA), Doctor of Public Policy (DPP), Doctor of Government (D.Gov)
This recognition is awarded as a mark of professional distinction and leadership honour, not as an academic qualification.
Participation Investment
International Delegates: $2,200
Participation is strictly limited.
Payment Details
USD Payment Only
Account Name: AFRICA INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION LTD/GTE
Bank: FCMB
Account Number: 2007281533 (USD)
Sort Code: 214362217
USD Payment Only
Account Name: Leading Edge Academy
Account Number: 0016819814
Swift Code: ABNGNGLA
Bank Name: Access bank
USD Payment Only
Account name: Leading Edge Business School
Bank Name: Access Bank
Account Number: 0060665038
Swift Code: ABNGNGLA
Programme Management Contact Details
Dr Ben's Office in Nigeria
Plot 995, Zone A Awesome Plaza, Apo Resettlement, FCT-Abuja.
jessicadavid@bennwankwo.africa
+234 814 999 9238 (WhatsApp),
Ghana Office
P.O. Box UC 28, Cape Coast Cape Coast stadium Digital address: CC 139-4541
mike@aipa.africa
+233240695791 (WhatsApp)
Executive Interest Form — TLA Summit Doha 2026
Participation in the Transformational Leadership for Africa (TLA) Summit is selective and by invitation or nomination.
Complete this short form to express your interest and receive the Executive Participation Application.