28–31 July 2026, CTICC, Cape Town, South Africa
Join Africa’s leading executives, board members, governance professionals, and AI experts for four days of strategic insights, executive networking, and future-focused leadership discussions shaping the next era of corporate governance.
Connect with CEOs, board chairpersons, governance leaders, and decision-makers from across Africa.
1Learn from leading African and global experts in corporate governance, AI, ESG, cybersecurity, and leadership.
3Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming governance, ethics, compliance, corporate governance, and board leadership.
2Gain future-focused practical strategies to build resilient, ethical, and technology-driven organisations in the AI era.
4Senior Counsel & Former Judge
Mervyn King is a Senior Counsel and former Judge of the Supreme Court of South Africa. He is Professor Extraordinaire at the University of South Africa on Corporate Citizenship, Honorary Professor at the Universities of Pretoria and Cape Town and a Visiting Professor at Rhodes. He has an honorary Doctorate of Laws from the Universities of the Witwatersrand in South Africa and Leeds in the UK, He is Chairman Emeritus of the King Committee on Corporate Governance in South Africa, which produced King I, II, III, IV and V and Chairman of the Good Law Foundation. He is Chairman Emeritus of the International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC) in London, Chairman Emeritus of the Global Reporting Initiative in Amsterdam and a member of the Private Sector Advisory Group to the World Bank on Corporate Governance. He chaired the United Nations Committee on Governance and Oversight and was President of the Advertising Standards Authority for 15 years. He is chairman of the African Integrated Reporting Council and chairman of the Integrated Reporting Committee of South Africa. He received the ICGN Lifetime Achievement Award for promoting quality corporate governance globally. Wits University honoured Prof King in 2025 by establishing the Mervyn King Centre for Corporate Governance and Sustainability. He has been a chairman, director and chief executive of several companies listed on the London, Luxembourg and Johannesburg Stock Exchanges. He has consulted, advised and spoken on legal, business, advertising, sustainability and corporate governance issues in over 60 countries and has received many awards from international bodies around the world. He is the author of many books on governance, sustainability and reporting, the latest being “The Healthy Company”. He sits as an arbitrator and mediator internationally.
Senior Project Manager at Bonutrim Consulting
Dr Kgotso Kobo is a strategic development leader and AI governance researcher with over 15 years of experience across policy, research, and programme implementation. He is a Senior Project Manager at Bonutrim Consulting and a former Senior Manager at the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), where he led national policy and research initiatives. His research focuses on human-centred AI and its implications for ethical leadership and corporate governance in Africa. His work explores how organisations and boards can responsibly harness AI to drive ethical, sustainable, and inclusive growth, an area of growing importance for corporate governance in Africa. He is widely recognised for his ability to translate complex research into actionable strategy, build cross-sector partnerships, and advance innovation-driven development. His expertise sits at the intersection of governance, technology, policy, and development, making him a compelling voice on how African institutions can navigate AI-driven transformation while strengthening ethical leadership and long-term value creation.
Economist, AI Governance Researcher & Sustainable Development Specialist
Prof. Rufaro Garidzirai is an economics researcher specializing in emerging issues at the intersection of digital transformation, governance, and sustainable growth in Africa. With a strong focus on how artificial intelligence is reshaping economic and corporate landscapes, he brings an enthusiast’s depth to examining AI-driven disruption, board adaptability, and long-term value creation. His work explores critical questions of ethics, resilience, and stakeholder accountability, offering practical insights for boards and executive leaders navigating technological change. Prof. Garidzirai is passionate about enabling African companies to move beyond risk avoidance toward strategic, AI-informed governance that drives inclusive and sustainable development.
Senior Lecturer
Senior Lecturer Postgraduate Coordinator (Public Administration) School of Government (SOG)
Legal Practitioner and Corporate Governance Expert
Mr. Innocent Oteng Innocent has 17 years as Legal practitioner and Corporate Governance expert. Currently Legal Services, Compliance and Corporate Governance Executive at Legal Aid Botswana based in the Republic of Botswana, Gaborone. Holds a Bachelor of Laws - University of Botswana and various qualifications for Corporate Governance and Compliance Risk Management and exposures to senior management trainings and experience. Innocent has facilitated effective and good corporate governance environments in many entities and continue to do so with passion to date.
Board Member and Advisor
Ms. Kahumbya Bashige is passionate about helping business grow, expand, transition, transform, and seamlessly navigate change and shifting market demands. As Regional Business Head with experience spanning diverse sectors including development finance, consulting, financial services, and multilateral organizations, I have served at the forefront in raising capital/equity, structuring, negotiating, and sourcing multi-million-dollar deals, developing strategic partnerships, steering investor relations, and bringing bold ideas to life by developing and rolling out transformative structured finance solutions. As a Board Member and Advisor, Ms. Kahumbya Bashige have guided Boards and Board Committees on corporate governance, organizational change, business transformation, board and senior management team structure, risk management, and regulatory compliance. I served as one of the chief architects that accompanied an East African bank through growth and transformation, establishing dominant market position to catapult the bank from 10th to 1st position nationally. The First African Female to be elected to the Council of Institute of Directors UK (IoD UK) and First East African Female Chartered Director (IoD UK), She champion excellence in corporate governance and serve as Thought Leader, Speaker, and Writer on Leadership and Governance.
Chartered Accountant
Letsile Sento is a chartered Accountant with more than 11 years of experience in finance and leadership roles. He currently serves as financial controller at water utilities corporation, where he is responsible for strengthening financial management and supporting the organization’s operations. He also serves as chairperson of the water utilities pension fund board, providing leadership on governance matters and overseeing the fund’s investment decisions in the best interests of members. Letsile holds a Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Qualification as well as a Certified Advanced Pension Fund Specialist accreditation from the USA.
Corporate Governance and Strategic Partnerships Executive
Darryl Dennis has held various senior positions within a large multinational ICT Organisation, followed by numerous board appointments. He has successfully taken on the role of CEO of the Nelson Mandela Innovation Hub. Spearhead senior-level, strategic relationships with key stakeholders. An evangelist for the incubator in all forums and responsible for representing the company as required, including attendance at important functions, industry events, and public meetings. Create a team primarily involved in managing the project operations and investments, performing outreach and other promotional activities with the culture of entrepreneurship, openness, and integrity, and monitoring its functioning Responsible for planning and executing activities within the pre-approved budget, including verification and recommendation of the release of operating expenses, ensuring proper implementation, and strict monitoring of annual plans, budgets, and targets. Responsible for directing the Finance team to prepare annual budgets, completing risk analysis on potential investments, and advising the Board of Directors regarding investment risk and return. Responsible for the Financial Statements of the Company and other compliances. Responsible for presenting the company’s progress and discussing the plans in the Board meeting held periodically.
FUTURE-READY LEADERSHIP
Discover how boards, executives, and governance professionals can navigate AI disruption, cyber risks, ESG expectations, and digital transformation while building resilient and ethical organizations.
Learn directly from industry leaders, governance specialists, and AI experts shaping the future of corporate leadership in Africa.
Explore four days of executive discussions, keynote presentations, panel conversations, workshops, and strategic sessions focused on corporate governance, AI leadership, ESG, cybersecurity, ethics, and board transformation across Africa. Gain practical insights from governance leaders, AI specialists, legal experts, board executives, and policy professionals shaping the future of corporate leadership in the AI era.
The Influence of Geopolitics on Corporate Governance in Africa: How Global Competition is Directly Shaping How Corporations are Structured, Regulated, and Controlled Across the Continent
Geopolitics, Economic Shocks Absorbers and How Firms are Governed in the New Era
Lucy Melisa
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Fredric Martin
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Laura Bryant
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James Killer
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Melisa Rock
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Agaton Ronald
How you transform your business as technology, consumer, habits industry dynamics change? Find out from those leading the charge. How you transform
Join board members, executives, governance professionals, legal advisors, AI specialists, and decision-makers from across Africa for four days of strategic leadership discussions, executive networking, and future-focused governance insights.
Join us at one of Africa’s premier conference destinations for four days of executive discussions, governance insights, AI leadership conversations, and strategic networking opportunities.
Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street
Cape Town, 8001
South Africa
Contact: Conference Registration Team
Phone: +27 87 095 0109
Fax: +27 86 546 9699
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Located in the heart of Cape Town, the CTICC is one of Africa’s leading conference and exhibition venues, offering world-class facilities, premium accessibility, and an exceptional environment for international executive events.
28th – 31st July 2026 | TUESDAY – FRIDAY
Join governance professionals, executives, board leaders, AI experts, and decision-makers for four days of strategic leadership discussions and networking opportunities.
Daily conference sessions from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM including keynote addresses, panel discussions, workshops, and executive networking events.
Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is conveniently located in the heart of Cape Town with easy access to hotels, restaurants, transport services, and major tourist attractions.
Delegates are encouraged to book accommodation within the Cape Town CBD, Foreshore, or V&A Waterfront areas for quick and convenient access to the conference venue.
Cape Town International Airport is located approximately 20 minutes from the venue. Uber, Bolt, shuttle services, and hotel transport options are readily available throughout the city.
Be part of strategic discussions shaping the future of corporate governance, AI leadership, ethics, cybersecurity, ESG, and board transformation across Africa.
