Now in its eighth year and billed as ‘SA’s biggest board meeting,’ The Directors Event –  sponsored by BCX, and part of the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies profile – will focus on the impact of Covid-19 on business and society.  This comes at a point at which the country continues to adjust to the new way of living due to the virus, and the economic impact of the KwaZulu-Natal riots and recent floods.  The Directors Event is an opportunity to evaluate the areas of society and the economy that require rehabilitation and support, from both the public and private sectors. It is where the business community come together to unpack major issues affecting the country’s economy.

This year, three expertly moderated panel discussions will focus on reigniting the spirit of ubuntu where the public sector, business, academia and NGO’s discuss and debate the shortest and most effective paths to recovery.

“The pandemic has highlighted the vast chasm between the haves and have nots.  Recent events such as the rioting in KwaZulu-Natal, the ongoing Russia- Ukraine crisis and the recent flooding has exacerbated the situation for all South Africans. As the country strives to rebuild and advance for the future, the burden of social and economic responsibility needs to be shared by both the public and private sectors. A unified, choreographed effort is essential, which is why we’re proud to be associated once again with The Directors Event that will explore possibilities for a united recovery to benefit our country. says Jonas Bogoshi, CEO of BCX

The Directors Event attracts an audience of more than 300 senior management and C-level executives to a full-day conference at the Sandton Convention Centre. In 2021, the digital event drew an online audience of more than 1500 delegates.

High profile speakers have most recently included Tsakani Malukeke (Auditor-General South Africa), Herman Warren (Director: Africa – Corporate Network, The Economist), Andre de Ruyter (CEO of Eskom), Wendy Lucas-Bull (former Chairman of Absa), as well as Nhlanhla Nene (former Finance Minister), the late Jabu Mabuza (former Chairman, Eskom), Caroline Galvan (Lead Economist, World Economic Forum), Chief Justice Mogoeng Moegeng and Mcebisi Jonas (former Deputy Minister of Finance), amongst others.

The Directors Event 2022 panel discussions are titled:

  • New ways of tackling inequality – How should public and private sectors work together to raise South Africa beyond being classed among the “fragile five” emerging economies?
  • Fixing the economy to improve livelihoods – How can Business step up to deliver real social impact, as we embark on a path to post-Covid socio-economic recovery?
  • Feeding the Nation – How do we mitigate climate change, manage water resources, execute a just energy transition, and support agriculture to ensure no person goes to bed hungry?

For more information on 2022 panellists and moderators, CLICK HERE.

To register your free virtual seat, CLICK HERE