Maliha Al Habsi, Head of Partnerships & Programmes, UAE

Maliha Al Habsi brings over a decade of experience across the Gulf Cooperation Council and Africa, where she has led high-level platforms, international forums and strategic dialogues convening governments, investors and industry leaders around sectors shaping the region’s economic growth, including energy, investment and sustainability.

As Head of Partnerships & Programmes in the UAE, Maliha leads the development of strategic partnerships across government, media and trade associations, strengthening Invest Africa’s network and engagement in the UAE. She oversees the delivery of Invest Africa’s flagship platform, The Africa Debate – UAE and drives initiatives that expand the organisation’s presence while deepening investment and economic ties between the Gulf and Africa.