Land Bank will join key role players at NAMPO Cape 2026, taking place from 9 to 12 September under the theme “Together We Grow.” The event comes at a crucial juncture for South African agriculture, particularly in the Western Cape, where producers continue to navigate volatile climate patterns, rising input costs, infrastructure constraints, and the urgent need for tailored financial solutions.
Through daily panel discussions, strategic sponsorships, and media interviews, Land Bank aims to facilitate action-oriented dialogue across the agricultural value chain to build resilience and drive sustainable growth.
Daily Lunchtime Conversations: Driving the Sector Forward
To address pressing economic and operational realities, Land Bank will host a series of lunchtime discussions from 13:00 to 14:00, bringing together industry perspectives to shape the sector’s roadmap:
Wednesday, 9 September: Land Bank’s Role in Growing South Africa — Exploring actionable strategies to align development mandates with commercial sector needs.
Thursday, 10 September: Unlocking the Future: Strategic Leadership and Farmer Success — Focusing on visionary leadership, partnership models, and financial strategies that foster long-term farmer viability.
Friday, 11 September: Unlocking the Value of Assets and Livestock — Examining how producers can leverage biological assets and farm infrastructure to access finance and manage operational risk.
Championing the Livestock Sector
Demonstrating its commitment to the region’s livestock producers, Land Bank has partnered with Bredasdorp Park NPC as the primary sponsor of the Livestock Tent. This sponsorship highlights the Bank’s focused support for the livestock industry, offering producers a dedicated platform to engage on sector-specific trends, market access, and herd management practices.
Behind the Mic: Executive Podcast Series
To deepen the impact of these engagements beyond the showgrounds, Land Bank executives will record a four-part podcast series immediately following the daily sessions at 14:30:
9 September (14:30): From Mandate to Impact: Leadership for a Transformed Agricultural Sector with Acting CEO Jabu Mphambo, examining how the Bank’s core mandate directly supports commercial viability and transformation across the value chain.
10 September (14:30): Driving Impact Through Strategic Priorities & Partnerships with Chief Strategy Officer Sydney Soundy, exploring how collaborative networks can unlock sustainable growth.
11 September (14:30): Unlocking the Value of Assets and Livestock: Building Resilient and Bankable Farming Enterprises with Tammy Tisane, Managing Director of LBIC, focusing on turning farm assets into financial leverage.
Through these focused discussions, sponsorships, and executive engagements, Land Bank reaffirms its commitment to walking alongside South Africa’s agricultural community. By bridging policy, finance, and practical farming solutions at NAMPO Cape 2026, the institution continues to lay the groundwork for a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable sector.