Kenyan business leader and Chairman of Adili Group, Chris Diaz, forecasts significant shifts in global business beyond 2026, driven by technology, consumer habits, and climate pressure. Africa is not just adapting but leading these changes, particularly in platform-based models and digital solutions.

• M-Pesa in Kenya, launched in 2007, highlights Africa's innovation, with over 50 million users across Africa and transactions exceeding half of Kenya's GDP annually.
• The future emphasizes digital-first solutions, on-demand services, data-driven decisions, and a rethinking of supply chains, offering Africa a unique opportunity with its large youth market and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
• Businesses will increasingly prioritize digital transformation, AI integration, ESG policies, and transformational leadership to thrive in a rapidly changing global market.