REFLECTING ON SOUTH AFRICA’S JOURNEY:

30 YEARS OF DEMOCRACY AND BEYOND

JUNE 25 2024 | 9AM – 1PM

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South Africa’s post-apartheid journey has seen the country make significant strides in creating a more equal society, yet the country remains challenged by corruption, unemployment, poor education and poverty.

Now, after seven rounds of national elections, does the country have what it takes to embark on a more positive trajectory? Decisive, ethical leadership and collective action are vital in moving the country forward towards a just and inclusive society.

But this requires building an economically stable South Africa. After the 29 May elections, we must ask: How can this be done?

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AGENDA


Gugulethu Mfuphi

Master of Ceremonies

S’thembiso Msomi

Editor, Sunday Times

Cheryl-Jane Kujenga

Chief Financial Officer, BCX

Dr Mteto Nyati

Chairman, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited

Humanizing AI in South Africa for economic growth involves prioritizing human well-being, inclusivity, and sustainable development.
Strategies include investing in skills development and education for AI interaction, implementing ethical frameworks, engaging communities, creating job opportunities, using AI for social impact, ensuring data privacy, fostering collaboration, and improving digital infrastructure.

These efforts aim to leverage AI for job creation, innovation, and improved quality of life while ensuring equitable distribution of benefits.

Gugulethu Mfuphi

Moderator

Stefan Steffen

Executive: Data Insights and Intelligence, BCX

Prof Deshen Moodley

DSI/NRF-UCT SARChI Chair in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Systems and Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, AI Research Unit University of Cape Town; Co-Director: Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research

Vuyani Jarana

Founder and CEO, Ilitha Telecommunications

Building a better working South Africa through collaboration and partnerships between government, the private sector, and businesses requires concerted effort and commitment.

Open communication, policy alignment, and innovation are essential in establishing meaningful public-private partnerships particularly when prioritising social welfare, job creation and economic growth.

Alishia Seckam

Moderator

Kganki Matabane

CEO, Black Business Council SA

Ravi Naidoo

Commissioner, National Planning Commission

Peter Attard Montalto

Managing Director, Krutham

Martin L. Kingston

Executive Chairman, Rothschild & Co South Africa

To effectively combat poverty in South Africa and foster inclusivity, a holistic approach is essential. This entails promoting economic growth and job creation, investing in education and skills development, and enhancing social protection programs.

Additionally, prioritizing infrastructure development, implementing land reform policies, and empowering marginalized groups are critical steps.

Nastassia Arendse

Moderator

Phelisa Nkomo

Executive Director, Tocoblox Development Consultancy

Makhiba Mollo

Commissioner, National Planning Commission

Rachel Bukasa

Executive Director, Blacksash

Bonga Makhanya

Executive Chairman, SA Youth Economic Council

Gugulethu Mfuphi

Master of Ceremonies

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