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Tokunboh Ishmael

Co-Founder and Managing Director of Alitheia Capital

Tokunboh Ishmael is Co-Founder and Managing Director of Alitheia Capital, a pioneering private equity firm driving gender-lens investing and inclusive economic growth across Africa. With over two decades of experience in finance, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development, Tokunboh is widely recognised as one of Africa’s most respected voices on impact investing.

At Alitheia Capital, she leads strategic investments into women-led and gender-diverse enterprises that deliver strong financial returns while addressing critical development challenges — from climate resilience to digital transformation. Her leadership has helped shape a new blueprint for inclusive capital in emerging markets.

Tokunboh is a sought-after speaker and thought leader, regularly featured at global platforms such as:

  • AVCA (African Private Equity & Venture Capital Association)

  • Africa Investment Forum (AIF)

  • GIIN Investor Forum

  • SOCAP

  • The Earthshot Prize

  • Bloomberg’s “Investing in Impact” and more

At the 15th UK–Africa Business, Trade & Investment Summit 2025, Tokunboh will share insights on scaling inclusive finance and unlocking partnerships that drive real, lasting impact across Africa’s private sector.

Expertise Topics:

  • Gender-Lens Investing & Inclusive Capital

  • Climate Resilience and Sustainable Investment

  • Digital Transformation for Development

Contact:
🌐 Website: www.alitheiacapital.com
📧 Email: info@alitheiacapital.com
📍 Lagos, Nigeria | Johannesburg, South Africa | London, UK

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09:35 – 10:25

Friday 12th Sept UK-Africa Summit

Plenary Session 1 – Financing Africa’s Growth: Digital Trade, Blended Capital & Inclusive Fiscal Strategy

Overview: A high-level discussion on harmonising trade and fiscal policies, mobilising capital for infrastructure, manufacturing, and energy, and creating competitive investment destinations across East Africa.
Moderator: Elizabeth Nyeko – CEO & Founder, Modularity Grid
Speakers:

  • Hon. Matia Kasaija – Minister of Finance, Uganda
  • Karim Fatehi OBE – Chief Executive Officer, London Chamber of Commerce and Industry
  • Tokunboh Ishmael – Co-Founder and Managing Director, Alitheia Capital
  • Julius Kakeeto – Managing Director, PostBank Uganda
  • Richard Moir – International Trade and Market Access Specialist
  • Dr Graham Bright JP – Euro Exim Bank Ltd
  • Ross McNally – Executive Chair, Hampshire Chamber of Commerce
  • Dr Ilona Karpanos – Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce