Unleashing Africa's Digital Potential:
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence & Cyber Security

02-03 October 2024

Pullman Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, South Africa

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Transforming visions into digital realities

Embark on an unparalleled exploration of digital transformation at Digitizing Africa 2024, where innovation converges with vision to reshape the landscape of technology across the continent.

Building on the triumph of our previous editions, this year's conference promises an immersive experience that goes beyond boundaries. From insightful keynotes by industry titans to dynamic panel discussions and hands-on workshops, Digitizing Africa 2024 is designed to empower and inspire the convergence of visionaries, thought leaders, industry pioneers, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts alike. Join us in this transformative journey as we witness industry pioneers shaping the future of digital excellence and unlocking the full potential of Africa's digital future.

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Our Speakers

The people who make things happen in digital transformation & emerging technologies in Africa and, the ones who believe and build the future.

Faith Burn

Chief Information Officer, Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

Nyimpini Mabunda

Non Executive Director, Lombard Insurance Co. Ltd

Sasha B. Beharilal

Chairperson, Internet Service Providers of South Africa (ISPA)

Alderman James Vos

Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, City of Cape Town Municipality

Dayanandan Naidoo

Executive - Commercialisation, Technology Innovation Agency S.A.

Deidre Marais

Chief information Security Officer, Western Cape Government

Subash Sharma

Chief Digital Officer, Absa Group

Aveena Mothilall

Group Head of Data, Engen Petroleum S.A.

Molehe Wesi

Chief Executive Officer, ZA Domain Name Authority S.A.

Galeboe Mogotsi

Chief information Security Officer, Wits University

Ashley Singh

Chief Information Officer, Sanlam South Africa

Mbongeni Shandu

Chief Information Officer, University of Kwazulu-Natal

Sudhir Juggernath

Chief Executive Officer, Angola Cables

Grant Hughes

IT Manager Cybersecurity GRC, Engen Petroleum S.A.

Maritza Curry

Head of Data, RCS South Africa

Daniel Courtenay

Executive Head - DSTV Stream, The Multichoice Group

Join us for the Most Elite Technology Event

on 02-03 October 2024, join us for the most exciting technology events embedded with the futuristic experiences and emerging technologies on every corner.

Witness top keynote addresses, round table discussions, technology based business networking, innovative solutions, real-time demonstrations from the leading technology companies and more.

Event Schedule

The program flow is curated and designed to create a knowledge sharing platform for the digital industry professionals of the region.

9:00 am - 9:30 am

Opening keynote: South Africa's Digital Vision 2030: A roadmap bridging the digital divide

Analysing the role of technology in achieving ambitious development goals. Exploring key initiatives and investments driving digital transformation in South Africa. Public-private partnerships and collaboration for sustainable digital development. Opportunities for citizens and businesses to contribute to the digital vision.

9:30 am - 10:00 am

Reimagining decision-making with AI in digital landscape and transforming data into actionable intelligence

AI empowering informed decision-making by transforming raw data into actionable insights, enabling organizations to extract value for informed choices and drive business growth in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Integrating AI into existing workflows and fostering a culture of innovation within organization. Addressing ethical considerations in AI adoption and anticipating future opportunities, encouraging continuous learning and adaptation to stay ahead in the digital frontier.

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Panel discussion: The Human-AI partnership: Co-creation and collaboration

Future of work and collaboration in a world with AI, emphasizing the importance of human-AI partnerships. How humans and AI can complement each other's strengths and work together to achieve optimal results? Analyzing the skills and mindsets needed to thrive in a human-AI collaborative environment.

11:30 am - 11:55 am

From Sci-Fi to reality: Unleashing the power of Generative AI for business breakthroughs

Generative AI is pushing the boundaries of innovation. Highlighting how businesses are using generative AI to disrupt their industries. Emphasizing how generative AI goes beyond automation, sparking creative thinking and propelling businesses ahead of the curve. Accelerating the development cycle by streamlining product design and development Enhancing data driven insights for more accurate predictions. Transforming customer experience and optimising supply chain.

11:55 am - 12:20 pm

Bridging the Digital Divide: ISPs at the Forefront of South Africa's Digital Transformation

12:20 pm - 12:45 pm

Digital payments 3.0: Redefining transactions with AI and innovation

Beyond Payments 2.0, fuelled by AI and cutting-edge advancements in the evolving landscape of digital payments, open banking and new age fintech Impact of AI-powered digital payments on financial inclusion, ensuring greater access to financial services for businesses and driving economic growth Harnessing the power of AI and embrace emerging technologies to remain competitive and offer innovative payment solutions to customers.

12:45 pm - 1:10 pm

Data strategy, governance and transformation with AI

1:10 pm - 2:00 pm

Networking Luncheon

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Empowering businesses with data and analytics

Demonstrating the impact of AI-driven automation on optimizing processes, reducing costs, and improving operational efficiency. Showcasing case studies of successful automation implementations across industries, highlighting tangible ROI.

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Slot reserved for ZOHO Africa

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm

AI-powered automation: Streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Innovating for the future: How digital transformation is shaping the business landscape in Africa

9:00 am - 9:30 am Cape Town, South Africa

Opening keynote: Securing Africa's digital transformation: A cybersecurity imperative

Highlighting the growing threat landscape in the digital age. Emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity for protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring the sustainability of digital transformation in Africa. Need for collective action and international cooperation to address cybersecurity challenges.

9:30 am - 10:00 am

Proactive cyber resilience with AI, automation, and threat hunting: Safeguarding South Africa's digital frontier

Highlighting the evolving cyber threat landscape and the critical need for robust defense strategies. AI and machine learning for threat detection, incident response, anomaly analysis, and proactive cyber defense. Streamlining automation in incident response and vulnerability management, saving time and resources. Integrating threat hunting and proactive intelligence gathering to stay ahead of emerging threats.

10:00 am - 10:30 am

Cybersecurity in the digital age: Safeguarding data, privacy, and trust

Addressing the critical need for robust data protection frameworks and privacy regulations Understanding the responsible data management and ethical use of data Implications of data governance on consumer trust and business innovation Critical cybersecurity challenges facing organisations across all industries Advanced threat detection and response techniques Best practices for building a culture of security and compliance in diverse industries

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Networking Coffee

Networking event and exhibition showcase.

11:00 am - 11:50 am

Panel discussion: Navigating the cybersecurity landscape: Protecting your digital assets in the world of rising threats

Evolving cyber threats and their impact on various industries Collaborative approaches to building national cybersecurity resilience Government regulations and best practices for data protection and privacy Individual and organizational responsibility in cybersecurity preparedness

11:50 am - 12:15 pm

Zero trust architecture: A comprehensive approach to securing Africa’s digital future

Implementing Zero Trust principles to mitigate insider and external cyber threats. How Zero Trust enhances protection for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. Best practices for deploying a Zero Trust model

12:15 pm - 12:40 pm

Empowering industries with intelligent and secure IoT solutions: Redefining connectivity for the future

Beyond data collection, AI-powered IoT is revolutionizing operations, enhancing efficiency, and driving innovation across industries. Solving real-world problems, not hype. Decoding nuanced challenges like predictive maintenance, optimized resource management, and improved decision-making. Exploring strategic opportunities inherent in IoT integration, with a focus on robust data security measures, seamless scalability, and leveraging data insights for sustainable growth. Securing the connected future: Protecting connected devices, networks, and data.

12:40 pm - 1:00 pm

Fireside Chat: Cybersecurity collaboration: Public-private partnerships for a safer digital Africa

Fostering collaboration between governments and businesses to combat cybercrime. The importance of sharing threat intelligence across borders and industries. Building cyber resilience through capacity building, education, and awareness initiatives.

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Networking Luncheon

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things (IoT) in the age of cloud computing

Highlighting the security vulnerabilities and challenges associated with the growing adoption of IoT devices. Strategies for securing IoT devices and networks to mitigate cyber risks. Addressing the unique cybersecurity risks associated with cloud computing adoption. Implementing best practices for securing data and applications in the cloud environment. Analyzing the role of cloud providers and shared responsibility models in securing cloud infrastructure.

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Cybersecurity with AI: Protecting the Future of African Businesses

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Workshop: Cyber Security for Business Leaders by ISC2 Cape Town Chapter

Discover how to navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity and build a resilient organization. Learn about best practices, emerging threats, and innovative solutions to protect your business's reputation and bottom line.

Past Partners & Sponsors

Technology leaders and solution providers who partnered with us for previous editions

Testimonials from our Valued Attendees

Words from our attendees, esteemed speakers, partners and other important stakeholders.

“A very beautiful experience and useful enriching dialogues in a distinguished constellation of experts and specialists in digital transformation in the Africa.”

Senior Official

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies South Africa

“This forum was characterized by richness of knowledge in a wonderful fraternity atmosphere, which included a number of experts and distinguished in the digital transformation.”

Chief Information Officer

Leading Bank in South Africa

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Pullman Cape Town City Centre Cape Town, South Africa

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