GCHRA

GCHRA, the Global Conference on Human Resources Africa, is a four-day HR conference held at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra, Ghana. It brings together HR executives, transformation leaders, policymakers and business innovators from Africa and the diaspora, built around masterclasses, seminars and organised tours rather than an exhibition floor.

DATES
12-15 August 2026
VENUE
Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Accra, Ghana
ORGANISER
GCHRA
ATTENDANCE
not disclosed by the organiser

Definition

GCHRA, the Global Conference on Human Resources Africa, is a four-day conference held at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra, Ghana, running from 12 to 15 August 2026. It brings together HR executives, transformation leaders, policymakers and business innovators from Africa and the diaspora. Unlike a trade show format, GCHRA is structured as an immersive multi-day programme of masterclasses, seminars and organised tours (GCHRA Tours), and includes travel assistance covering visa, airfare and accommodation coordination for attendees. GCHRA has partnered with SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), per a 2025 press release announcing the partnership.

Programme and format

Positioning

FAQ · Identity and audience

Who organises GCHRA?

The event is organised by GCHRA (Global Conference on Human Resources Africa).

How many people attend?

Attendance figures are not disclosed by the organiser.

When and where is the next edition?

The next edition runs 12-15 August 2026 at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra, Ghana.

Who is GCHRA NOT designed for?

GCHRA is not primarily an exhibition or trade show; it is structured as a multi-day conference of masterclasses, seminars and tours, and is not designed for attendees seeking a standard expo-floor format.

Editorial take

GCHRA distinguishes itself from a conventional trade show by combining masterclasses, seminars and organised tours with logistical support for international attendees, and by drawing on a partnership with SHRM announced in 2025 to anchor its 2026 programme around HR topics including AI in recruitment and workforce analytics.

How to register and what it costs

Registration details and pricing are not disclosed by the organiser.

FAQ · Access and practicalities

Does the organiser help with travel logistics?

Yes, GCHRA offers travel assistance covering visa, airfare and accommodation coordination for attendees.

What are the main themes for the 2026 edition?

The 2026 programme covers practical applications of AI in recruitment, employee engagement, talent management, workforce analytics, automation and organisational productivity.

Is GCHRA affiliated with any international HR body?

GCHRA has partnered with SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), the large US professional HR body, according to a 2025 press release.

Resources

Official website https://gchrafrica.com/