Nairobi is set to host more than a leadership event—it is about to host a continental convergence of influence, performance, and governance at a time when Africa’s leadership question has never been more urgent.
On 25th April 2026, senior executives, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders from across Africa will gather in Nairobi for the TPP East Africa Summit 2026, a high-level platform designed to interrogate one of the most pressing realities facing the continent today: how to lead effectively under pressure.
At the center of this conversation are three influential figures whose combined experience spans corporate leadership, executive performance, and institutional governance: Anne Muraya, CEO of Deloitte East Africa; Abiola Salami, Founder of The Peak Performer (TPP Africa); and Agnes LutuKai, Board Member of KCB Bank.
Together, they represent a rare alignment of East Africa’s influence, West Africa’s performance philosophy, and continental governance expertise—a combination that signals both depth and direction for Africa’s leadership future.
A Continent At An Inflection Point
Across Africa, leaders are navigating an increasingly complex terrain i.e. economic volatility, institutional fragility, rising stakeholder expectations, and a growing demand for accountability.
In this environment, leadership is no longer defined solely by position or authority. It is defined by the ability to deliver results under pressure, sustain credibility, and build institutions that endure beyond individuals.
The TPP East Africa Summit enters this context not as another conference, but as a strategic intervention and a space where leadership is examined not in theory, but in practice.
Anne Muraya
As Anne Muraya, CEO of Deloitte East Africa, leads operations across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Malawi, and Zambia—markets that are central to Africa’s economic growth and regional integration.
Her role extends beyond operational leadership. As a member of Deloitte’s Africa Executive Committee, she contributes to shaping the firm’s strategic direction across the continent.
Muraya’s leadership is distinguished by her ability to navigate complex ecosystems—corporate, governmental, and advisory—while maintaining strong relationship capital across these domains.
Her philosophy is both simple and profound:
Leadership is about “switching on the lights so that strategy is clear and everyone understands why they do what they do.”
In a region where alignment often determines execution, her approach reflects a critical leadership advantage: clarity as a catalyst for performance.
Abiola Salami: Building Africa’s Performance Movement
If Muraya represents influence and alignment, Dr. Abiola Salami represents execution and performance at scale.
A highly respected Executive Coach, Salami works with C-level executives and senior leaders across Africa and globally, helping them navigate the invisible pressures of leadership while delivering measurable results.
Through TPP Africa (The Peak Performer Africa), he has built a leadership ecosystem focused not on inspiration alone, but on consistent, high-level execution.
His work across West Africa has produced a portfolio of initiatives that have quietly but powerfully shaped leadership culture:
TPP Fest, a convergence of high-performing professionals focused on growth and execution
No More Shrinking, a movement empowering women to step into leadership with visibility and authority.
The Magic of Emotional Intelligence, a framework equipping leaders to manage themselves and others under pressure.
T.I.T.L.E. (Taming the Invisible Toll of Leadership & Expectations), addressing the emotional and psychological burden that often accompanies leadership roles
What distinguishes Salami’s approach is its practicality. His work sits at the intersection of emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and execution discipline—a combination that is increasingly essential in today’s leadership environment.
The expansion of this work into East Africa signals not just growth, but the transfer of a tested performance philosophy across regions.
Agnes Lutukai
While performance and influence are critical, they must be grounded in strong governance systems and this is where Agnes LutuKai brings unique weight to the Summit.
With over 35 years of experience, including 24 years at Partner level with KPMG across Africa, LutuKai’s career has been deeply embedded in the structures that underpin financial integrity and institutional accountability.
Her roles across key regulatory bodies—including the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Technical Work Group, the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria, and the National Insurance Commission—place her at the heart of Africa’s governance architecture.
Currently serving as a Board Member of KCB Bank, she brings a perspective that is both technical and strategic—one that understands how institutions function, where they fail, and what it takes to strengthen them.
Her presence ensures that the Summit’s conversations are not only aspirational, but also structurally grounded.
From Conversation To Application
What distinguishes the TPP East Africa Summit is its deliberate focus on application over abstraction.
Participants will engage in two key experiences:
The Emerging Leaders Summit, focused on The Magic of Emotional Intelligence, equipping managers and supervisors with practical tools for leading effectively.
The Women in Leadership Dinner, anchored on No More Shrinking, creating space for senior female leaders to explore visibility, authority, and influence
These sessions reflect a broader philosophy: leadership development must be contextual, practical, and immediately applicable.
A Continental Bridge, Not Just An Event
At its core, the Summit represents something larger than a one-day gathering.
It is a bridge between East and West Africa, between influence and execution, between governance and performance.
It is also a signal that Africa’s leadership future will not be shaped in silos, but through collaboration, shared insight, and cross-regional alignment.
The Room Where It Happens
For those who understand the value of proximity to ideas, to influence and to opportunity; the significance of this Summit is clear.
In a continent where access often determines acceleration, being in the right room is not incidental. It is strategic.
And on 25th April 2026, in Nairobi, that room will bring together leaders who are not just discussing the future of Africa but actively shaping it.
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