About Islamic Banking & Finance

The Islamic financial movement is a global phenomenon beginning also to express itself in African financial and investment circles. Islamic finance has developed far beyond the provision of financial services for Muslims, and offers many opportunities for non-Muslim investors. Although Islamic finance and investing is still in its infancy, it is considered one of the fastest-growing markets in the world due to rapid population growth in predominantly Muslim countries and increasing interest from non-Muslims. Taking place from 1 - 2 December 2009, this event brings together financial professionals and is your best opportunity to learn, debate and discuss the challenges and opportunities currently driving this sector. to cultivate and understand the spiritual and intellectual heritage of Islam with its contribution to Organization and Management of Business & Finance. AlHuda-CIBE seeks to create a new generation of Business leaders, Managers, Academicians & Researchers. AlHuda-CIBE jointly works with 12 International Institutions as a partner for the development of Islamic Banking & Finance Worldwide. We also publish a Fortnightly Online Magazine and Monthly printed Magazine for the improved awareness of Islamic Banking and Finance.

The International Conference on Islamic Banking & Finance in Africa

1 & 2 December 2009 Gallagher Convention Centre, Richards Drive Midrand Organised by: Omega Investment Research (Pty) Ltd In Association with: AlHuda-Centre of Islamic Banking & Economics (AlHuda-CIBE) Lahore - Pakistan

Whether your interest lies in launching and sustaining a successful Shariah compliant financial institution, fund, product or service, The International Conference on Islamic Banking & Finance in Africa will provide you with the knowledge and capability to explore the enormous potential of this growing market.

AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking & Economics

AlHuda-CIBE is a well established name in the financial industry, working for Education, Training, Promotion and Awareness of Islamic Banking & Finance in Pakistan as well as abroad. This is an effort to promote Islamic Banking and Finance at Mass levels through Education, Training, Awareness and practice, with a view to support, sustain, spread and supplement SBP and Govt initiative for promoting Islamic Banking. Since, no institution or organization was involved in providing such services in the field of Islamic Banking & Finance in Pakistan, AlHuda-CIBE has come up to promote this pioneering effort and beyond as well. We have so far organized 108 such training sessions/workshops on Islamic Banking, Finance, Takaful & Sukuk all over Pakistan and Malaysia. The Prime aim of such training & awareness activities is

About Omega
Omega Investment Research is an international corporate advisory firm, with offices in London and Cape Town, and partner representatives in various major international centres. For over twenty years the company has been assisting key decision-makers in corporations around the world with services including global marketing events, business intelligence, international business development and strategic financial consulting. Through our extensive network of contacts worldwide, we have been able to position ourselves as a key niche consultancy business in various industries and sectors.

Contact Details
For more information about Delegate Registration, Marketing & Speaking Opportunities, please contact Kamreya Clark on Tel: +27 (0) 21 689 7881 / Fax: +27 (0) 21 686 4361 or email kamreyac@omegainvest.co.za or visit www.omegainvest.co.za.

Benefits of Participating?
A Platform to discover best successful international and local practices. A chance to explore new horizons of Islamic Banking. Enhance your understanding of the complexities and structure of Islamic Products and how they can be leveraged to add to your portfolio. Guarantee that your organisation is ideally positioned to meet challenges posed by Islamic finance and to capitalize on the opportunities. Ensure the sustainable growth of your institution in the future. Learn winning strategies from experts at the forefront of the Islamic industry.

Conference Focus
This high profile and timely conference will provide you with practical insights into Recognising significant developments in Islamic financial infrastructure, such as legal, regulatory and supervisory frameworks Global efforts and achievements in Islamic Banking and Takaful This effective platform will demonstrate the flexibility of Islamic financial markets during the present financial crisis. How Islamic banks and financial institutions are optimising their performance & so managing to tide over the current market crisis. Assessing innovations in Islamic financial markets through the growth of new products, development & research. Latest developments & future trends within the Islamic Financial Services Industry.

Who Should Attend?

Chief Executive Officers Directors Chief Financial Officers Heads of HR Strategic Project Managers Business Development Managers Risk/Compliance Managers Investors Segment Managers Researchers Operations Managers Shariah Advisors Consultants Islamic Solutions Chief Operating Officers Managing Directors Regulators Heads of Shariah Department Asset Managers Training Directors Tax & Accounting Experts Relationship Managers Fund Managers Lecturers

Why you need to attend?

Position your organisation to meet the challenges of providing successful Shariah compliant financial products and services. Gain industry intelligence on the relatively untapped opportunities for Shariah compliant products. Assess the future of Islamic finance and investment in Africa. Benchmark your product structuring and product offering against that of major companies. Network with leading international and local industry players.

Platinum Sponsorship
Acknowledgement of your support as a Platinum Sponsor in all related correspondence and marketing materials; A full-colour one page (A4) advertisement in the printed conference programme; Branding and exhibition space (preferred placement) and inclusion of your logo on the official conference website; Insertion of your promotional materials/corporate gifts in the delegate packs; Complimentary admission to the conference for 10 delegates; Participation in the Conference Programme as a keynote speaker Insertion of your promotional materials/corporate gifts in the delegate packs; Complimentary admission to the conference for 4 delegates

Package Package Package Package

Price Price Price Price

R30,000 (excl VAT) 2800 $ 4000 2500

Package Package Package Package

Price Price Price Price

R60,000 (excl VAT) 5500 $ 8000 5000

Lunch Sponsorship
Acknowledgement of your support as a Lunch Sponsor in all related correspondence and marketing materials; Prominent branding space and inclusion of your logo on the official conference website; A full-colour half page (A5) advertisement in the printed conference programme; Insertion of your promotional materials/corporate gifts in the delegate packs; Complimentary admission to the conference for 2 delegates; Lunch Address by a Senior Representative

Gold Sponsorship

Marketing Opportunities
This is a chance for your company to show your support by taking advantage of one of our marketing packages designed to provide participants with a unique opportunity to promote themselves in a high-profile setting. Please find below summary details of each available package. For more information regarding sponsorship opportunities, advertising, delegate registration, please contact Kamreya Clark on Tel: +27 (0) 21 689 7881 or kamreyac@omegainvest.co.za

Acknowledgement of your support as a Gold Sponsor in all related correspondence and marketing materials; A full-colour half page (A5) advertisement in the printed conference programme; Branding and exhibition space and inclusion of your logo on the official conference website; Insertion of your promotional materials/corporate gifts in the delegate packs; Complimentary admission to the conference for 6 delegates; Participation in the Conference Programme as a speaker

Package Package Package Package

Price Price Price Price

R25,000 (per day) (excl VAT) 2300 $ 3500 2000

Package Package Package Package

Price Price Price Price

R45,000 (excl VAT) 4200 $ 6000 3700

Programme Advertising
We are offering the full-colour one page (A4) advertisements in the printed conference programme. The programme will be distributed to all conference participants and will also be available indefinitely for download from the conference website. Package includes complimentary admission to the conference for 1 delegate.

Silver Sponsorship
Acknowledgement of your support as a Silver Sponsor in all related correspondence and marketing materials; A full-colour quarter page (A6) advertisement in the printed conference programme; Branding space and inclusion of your logo on the official conference website;

Package Package Package Package

Price Price Price Price

R15,000 (excl VAT) 1400 $ 2000 1200