5th November 2026

Programme

A high-impact, executive-level programme focused on practical insights, market relevance, and meaningful engagement for capital market professionals.

Conference Agenda

Full Day Programme

All sessions subject to update. Final programme released 30 days prior to the event.

Morning Opening & Keynote Sessions

08:00 – 09:00

Registration & Exhibition Opening

Delegate registration, networking breakfast, and exhibition floor opening.

09:00 – 09:30

Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address

Official opening of NIRC 2026 by the Host Institution and Founding Partners. Welcome remarks by the Institute of Investor Relations – LBG.

09:30 – 10:15

Keynote Address

The State of Investor Relations in Ghana: Progress, Gaps, and the Path to Market Excellence.

10:15 – 11:15

Regulator & Market Leaders Panel

Panel Discussion: Regulatory Priorities, Market Infrastructure, and the Future of Ghana's Capital Markets. Featuring representatives from the SEC, GSE, and leading financial institutions.

11:15 – 11:30

Networking & Coffee Break

Delegate networking and exhibition engagement.

Midday Core Sessions & Exhibition

11:30 – 12:30

Investor Relations Best Practice Session

Implementing MEIRA-aligned IR Standards: A Practical Framework for Ghana's Listed Companies. Insights from leading IR professionals and institutional investors.

12:30 – 13:30

ESG & Corporate Disclosure Panel

Panel: ESG Reporting, Sustainability Disclosure, and the Governance Communication Imperative for African Listed Companies.

13:30 – 14:30

Networking Lunch & Exhibition Engagement

Delegate luncheon, exhibition showcase, and informal networking with sponsors and exhibitors.

Afternoon Strategic Sessions & Roundtables

14:30 – 15:30

Capital Markets Growth Roundtable

Investor Confidence & Market Growth: What Will It Take? Interactive roundtable with fund managers, investment bankers, and listed company executives.

15:30 – 16:15

AI & Digital Investor Relations Session

The Digital IR Revolution: How Technology is Transforming Investor Engagement, Disclosure, and Communication Strategy.

16:15 – 17:00

CFO & IRO Fireside Chat

In Conversation: The CFO-IR Partnership — Aligning Financial Storytelling, Investor Engagement, and Value Creation Strategy.

17:00 – 17:30

Closing Reflections & Key Takeaways

Conference summary, action points, and closing remarks from the Institute of Investor Relations – LBG. Transition to the Awards Gala.

Evening Investor Relations Awards Gala

18:30 – 19:00

VIP Pre-Dinner Reception

Exclusive networking reception for VIP delegates, nominees, and sponsors.

19:00 – 19:30

Awards Welcome & Introduction

Introduction of the Investor Relations Leadership Awards 2026 and recognition of category sponsors.

19:30 – 21:00

Investor Relations Leadership Awards Ceremony

Presentation of all 13 award categories celebrating excellence in investor communication, ESG reporting, transparency, and capital market leadership.

21:00 – 22:30

VIP Networking Reception

Closing VIP networking dinner and informal gathering for award winners, speakers, and sponsors.

Executive Sessions

Roundtables & Masterclasses

Small-group executive sessions running in parallel with the main conference, by application only.

Roundtables

Executive Roundtable

Investor Confidence & Market Growth

Structured dialogue on rebuilding and sustaining investor trust in Ghana's listed markets. Limited to 20 participants.

Executive Roundtable

CFO & Analyst Engagement

Best practices for managing analyst relationships, earnings communication, and financial narrative strategy.

Executive Roundtable

ESG Reporting & Governance Communication

Moving from compliance to competitive advantage through integrated sustainability and governance reporting.

Masterclasses

Masterclass

Building an Effective Investor Relations Function

A practical workshop on structuring, staffing, and operating an IR function aligned to MEIRA standards and investor expectations.

Masterclass

Financial Storytelling for Listed Companies

Crafting compelling investor narratives that translate performance into investor confidence and capital attraction.

Masterclass

Investor Engagement Strategy

Designing and executing an investor engagement calendar that drives meaningful dialogue and sustained shareholder value.

Masterclass

Crisis Communication for Listed Companies

Managing investor communication during earnings misses, regulatory challenges, and reputational events.

Reserve Your Place at NIRC 2026

Seats are limited for this executive conference. Register now to secure your delegate pass and access to all sessions.