Official Welcome Reception

Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Format: Networking Reception

Hosted networking reception welcoming delegates, speakers, sponsors, partners and invited guests before the opening of ARCE 2026.

Badge

Networking

Investor & Speakers Breakfast

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Invitation Only

A private breakfast connecting institutional investors, development finance institutions and conference speakers.

Official Opening Ceremony

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Opening Ceremony

The official opening of ARCE 2026 featuring welcome remarks and ceremonial addresses.

Ministerial Keynote Address

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Keynote

A high-level keynote exploring policy priorities shaping Africa’s real estate sector.

Regulatory Reform Roundtable

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Invitation Only

Roundtable discussion focused on regulation, licensing, transparency and market reform.

Networking Lunch & Expo

12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Networking

Delegates engage with exhibitors, investors and industry leaders.

Government–Investor Dialogue Sessions

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Policy Dialogue

Parallel discussions on collaboration between government and private investment.

High-Level Policy Dialogue

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Panel Discussion

Senior government and industry leaders discuss Africa’s evolving policy landscape.

Bilateral Meetings & Networking

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Networking

Scheduled meetings connecting investors, government officials and business leaders.

PropTech CEO Roundtable

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Format: Executive Roundtable

A strategic discussion bringing together PropTech founders, technology leaders, enterprise buyers and senior real estate decision-makers to examine the adoption of digital solutions across Africa’s property markets.

Badges:
PropTech
Roundtable

Smart City Demonstrations & Digital Infrastructure Showcase

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: Live Demonstrations

A live showcase of smart city technologies, digital infrastructure systems and real estate platforms designed to improve urban development, property transactions, market transparency and operational efficiency.

Badges:
Live Demonstration
Smart Cities
Innovation

Networking Lunch & Expo Floor

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Format: Networking and Exhibition

Delegates connect with exhibitors, technology companies, investors, developers, enterprise buyers and industry partners across the ARCE 2026 exhibition floor.

Badges:
Networking
Expo

PropTech Pitch Stage

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Format: Startup Pitch Competition

Thirty selected startups present innovative solutions in PropTech, FinTech, housing, construction technology, real estate data, sustainability and property management to an audience of investors, enterprise buyers and industry leaders.

Badges:
Startup Pitch
Innovation
Investment

Digital Infrastructure Panel

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Format: Panel Discussion and Live Demonstrations

A focused conversation on the digital infrastructure required to support connected, transparent and efficient real estate markets, including data systems, platforms, interoperability and emerging technologies.

Badges:
Panel
Technology
Live Demonstration

Africa PropTech Innovation Awards Ceremony

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Format: Awards Ceremony

A celebration recognizing outstanding PropTech companies, startups, innovators and technology solutions contributing to the advancement of Africa’s real estate ecosystem.

Badges:
Awards
PropTech
Recognition

Networking & Exhibition Floor

6:00 PM onwards

Format: Open Networking

Open networking continues across the exhibition floor, creating opportunities for delegates to meet innovators, sponsors, investors, developers and potential business partners.

Badges:
Networking
Expo

ESG Investment Framework Masterclass

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Format: Masterclass

A practical session examining how environmental, social and governance principles can be integrated into real estate investment, development, asset management and institutional decision-making.

Badges:
Masterclass
ESG
Investment

Green Finance Instruments Workshop

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: Workshop and Case Studies

An expert-led workshop exploring financing tools for sustainable buildings, resilient infrastructure and environmentally responsible development, supported by practical examples and case studies.

Badges:
Workshop
Green Finance
Case Studies

Networking Lunch

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Format: Networking

A final conference-day networking lunch connecting delegates across government, finance, development, technology, sustainability and professional services.

Badges:
Networking

Climate Innovation Track

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Format: Panel Discussion

A focused panel examining climate resilience, green development, sustainable construction, responsible urban growth and scalable solutions for Africa’s built environment.

Badges:
Panel
Climate Innovation
Sustainability

Closing Plenary & Resolutions

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: Closing Plenary

A concluding session presenting the key priorities, recommendations, commitments and proposed next steps emerging from ARCE 2026.

Badges:
Closing Plenary
Resolutions
Industry Commitments

Africa Food & Culture Day

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Format: Pan-African Cultural Celebration

A vibrant celebration of African food, music, fashion, heritage and culture, bringing delegates together in a relaxed setting after the formal conference programme.

Badges:
Culture
Networking
Celebration

Closing Gala & Awards Night

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Format: Gala and Awards Ceremony

The official closing celebration of ARCE 2026, featuring industry recognition, awards, entertainment and final networking with delegates, speakers, sponsors and partners.

Badges:
Gala
Awards
Closing Celebration

The Africa Food & Culture Day and Closing Gala & Awards Night run within the same 5:00 PM–10:00 PM closing event period.

Professional Development Training

Tuesday–Wednesday, 21–22 October 2026

Separate Registration Required

Continue your ARCE experience with a series of practical, industry-focused professional development courses designed for real estate practitioners, developers, investors, policymakers and PropTech professionals. Each course is delivered by experienced industry experts, and participants receive a certificate upon successful completion.

Three specialized courses are available:

AI & PropTech for Real Estate

Duration: Half-Day

Fee: GHS 1,200

Learn how artificial intelligence, MLS technology, digital platforms and PropTech innovations are transforming the real estate industry. Participants will explore practical AI tools, automation strategies and emerging technologies that improve productivity, marketing, customer engagement and property transactions.

Award: Certificate of Completion

Badges:

• AI
• PropTech
• Digital Transformation

Sustainable Real Estate Development

Duration: Half-Day

Fee: GHS 500

Gain practical knowledge of sustainable development principles, ESG frameworks, green building standards and climate-resilient design strategies that support responsible real estate development across Africa.

Award: Certificate of Completion

Badges:

• Sustainability
• ESG
• Green Building

International Real Estate Certification

Duration: Full-Day

Fee: GHS 2,480

Strengthen your understanding of international real estate practice, professional ethics, global standards and cross-border transactions through an intensive certification programme designed for professionals seeking internationally relevant knowledge and best practices.

Award: Internationally Recognised Certificate

Badges:

• International Practice
• Professional Standards
• Certification

Registration Notice

Professional Development courses require separate registration and are open to both ARCE delegates and members of the wider real estate community. Places are limited and early registration is encouraged.

AI & PropTech for Real Estate

Half-Day

Fee: GHS 1,200

Applied AI tools, PropTech platforms, MLS technology and digital transformation strategies.

Sustainable Real Estate Development

Half-Day

Fee: GHS 500

Green building, ESG frameworks and climate-resilient development.

International Real Estate Certification

Full-Day

Fee: GHS 2,480

Professional standards, ethics and international real estate practice.