When and where is the summit taking place?

The summit takes place on 10th March 2027, in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The summit is designed for senior technology and business leaders, including Chief Information Officers, Chief Technology Officers, Chief Information Security Officers, Chief Digital Officers and Chief Data Officers, as well as Directors, VPs and Heads of IT, Digital Solutions, Digital Transformation, Information Security, Analytics, AI, Data Engineering and Data Science.

How do I register as a delegate?

Senior technology and business leaders can register through the delegate registration page at https://digitransformationsummit.com/south-africa/register-now.html

How can I sponsor or exhibit at the summit?

Technology providers can sponsor or exhibit to connect directly with enterprise decision-makers through curated networking sessions and one-on-one meetings. Sponsorship and exhibition enquiries can be submitted via the sponsor enquiry form at https://digitransformationsummit.com/south-africa/exhibit/#sponsor

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Digital Transformation Summit

The Future of Leadership in a Digital World

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Digital Transformation Summit South Africa is certified* by the CPD Certification service.
Attendees will receive a CPD certificate after attending the event.

Earn up to 8 hours of CPD points

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About Digital Transformation Summit

The 54th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit is part of a globally recognised series that has convened in over 10 cities across multiple continents in recent years, bringing together leaders shaping the future of technology and business. As digital transformation becomes a strategic imperative for organisations worldwide, it continues to redefine how businesses operate, innovate, and deliver value to their customers. The Summit agenda is carefully curated to explore the critical strategies and frameworks required to enable data-driven decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a strong digital-first culture. This edition will convene over 200 C-Level Executives, Directors, and Heads of Technology to engage in high-impact discussions on the transformative potential of AI, Cybersecurity, Automation, Change Management and Workforce Upskilling offering actionable insights to drive meaningful and immediate change.

What Sets Us Apart?

The summit brings together the entire ecosystem behind enterprise transformation technology leaders, AI innovators, cloud providers, and government stakeholders to address the shift toward autonomous enterprises, while focusing on the most impactful enterprise technology trends discussed at global summits, including AI-driven automation, digital infrastructure, and secure, scalable transformation.

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The Next Stage: Digital Potential to Scaled Impact

South Africa’s ICT future will be driven by AI, cloud adoption, and rapid digital transformation across all sectors.
The biggest constraint is not technology, but the digital skills gap and uneven workforce readiness.
Cybersecurity and trust will become critical enablers of sustained digital growth and adoption.

The Human Side of Digital Transformation: Building a Workforce Ready for Continuous Change

Talent Acquisition & Retention Strategies – Addressing the growing digital skills gap while attracting and retaining transformation-ready talent.
Workforce Upskilling & Continuous Learning – Equipping employees with evolving digital, AI, and data capabilities to remain future-ready.
Overcoming Resistance to Change – Managing cultural barriers, employee concerns, and transformation fatigue across the organization.

Reengineering Operations for the Digital Era: Automation, Analytics, and Legacy Transformation

Legacy Modernization & System Upgrades – Transitioning from outdated infrastructure to scalable, secure, and future-ready digital environments.
Automating Business & Governance Processes – Reducing manual workflows through intelligent automation, streamlined approvals, and digital reporting systems.
Data Quality & Management Strategies – Building trusted, governed, and accessible data foundations to support enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.

The Cost of Change: Navigating Budget Constraints While Accelerating Transformation

Balancing Transformation Ambitions with Budget Realities – Advancing digital initiatives while managing cost pressures and financial constraints.
Securing Executive & Board-Level Buy-In – Building strong business cases to gain EXCO alignment and transformation investment approvals.
Strategic Prioritization of Digital Initiatives – Identifying high-impact projects that deliver measurable operational and business value.

Scaling AI Adoption Without Sacrificing Control

Aligning AI Initiatives with Business Strategy – Ensuring AI investments are tied to measurable business outcomes and long-term enterprise goals.
Embedding AI into Core Business Processes – Moving beyond experimentation to operationalize AI across workflows, decision-making, and customer experiences.
Managing Rapid Technology Change – Adapting to evolving AI capabilities while maintaining agility, scalability, and organizational readiness.

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Speakers 2027

We bring together the industry’s most respected voices, delivering sessions that inspire, educate, and leave a lasting impression.

Sam Nkosi

Group Chief Information Officer
Santam Insurance

Sihle Mthiyane

Chief Information Officer
NTP Radioisotopes SOC Ltd

Cathy Leso

Chief Information Officer
Department of Mineral Resources

Zakiyya C.

Executive: IT
Ardagh Group

Speakers 2027

We bring together the industry’s most respected voices, delivering sessions that inspire, educate, and leave a lasting impression.

Technology leader driving digital transformation, IT strategy, governance, innovation, and operational excellence, with extensive insurance leadership and board-level oversight experience.

Sihle Mthiyane is an IT executive with 20+ years’ experience driving enterprise IT strategy, digital transformation, governance, and technology value creation.

Chief Information Officer with extensive financial sector experience, specializing in IT strategy, digital transformation, project management, stakeholder engagement, and technology leadership.

Technology and security executive with 23+ years’ experience in digital transformation, cybersecurity, cloud migration, data integration, and technology leadership.

Technology executive and digital transformation leader with 19+ years’ experience driving innovation, strategic initiatives, and service excellence across diverse industries.

Why Attend?

The Digital Transformation Summit is a high-impact platform for learning, collaboration, and innovation. It brings together enterprise leaders to explore real-world AI, data, and digital transformation strategies while enabling meaningful discussions and partnerships.

Learn & Grow

At the Digital Transformation Summit with footprints all over the globe, further your professional development by being a part of the discussions & collaborative workshops changing the industry as we know it.

Showcase of Digital Solutions by World-Class Technology Providers

Gather practical perspectives from many real-world use-cases shared by the market’s top Innovation & Technology experts. Explore advanced technologies addressing identity, cloud, AI, and SOC challenges.

Collaborative Partnership

Exchange knowledge and strategies with peers facing similar threats. Collaborate to build for the future together with industry peers and share experiences.

Source Your Most Reliable Partner Through Face-to-Face interactions

We understand that the value of a live event comes from the quality of networking opportunities. Connect & Meet one-on-one with global potential partners for tailored guidance to help you achieve your mission-critical business priorities.

Outstanding Return On Investment for your Time Spent

Whether you’re a seasoned digital leader or a technology decision-maker, the Digital Transformation Summit is a high-impact, time-efficient platform designed to deliver actionable insights, meaningful connections, and strategic value. Engage with industry experts, explore real-world solutions, and stay ahead of evolving threats—all in one focused environment.

Digital Transformation Summit South Africa — Sponsor Intelligence

The buying intent behind South Africa's digital spend

Don't book a stand on a hunch. This brief is built from registration profiling across the 263 senior technology leaders attending the Digital Transformation Summit South Africa — a 95%-qualified audience, 45% of them decision-makers. It's first-party demand straight from the buyers you want to meet, mapping where their budgets, timelines and priorities actually sit. Use it to target the right accounts, sharpen your pitch, and walk in with meetings that close.

95%Qualified buyers in the room

45%Are decision-makers

263Senior tech leaders

Digital Transformation Summit · South Africa

Sponsor Intelligence Report

From experimentation to enterprise execution

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning tops the buying list — lead with it on your stand

Where SA Tech Budgets Land

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Logistics & Supply Chain

Government

Energy & Utilities

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Who Should Attend?

Group/Chief Information Officer
Group/Chief Technology Officer
Group/Chief Information Security Officer
Group/Chief Digital Officer
Chief Data Officer
Chief Data Scientist
Digital Advisors- Government
Directors / VPs / GMs/ Heads of IT
Directors / VPs / GMs/ Heads of Digital Solutions
Directors / VPs / GMs/ Heads of Digital Transformation

Data Scientist
Digital Procurement Heads
Digital Advisors - Government Sector
Head of IT Infrastructure
Head of IT Operations
Heads of Information Security
Head of Analytics / AI
Head of Data Engineering
Head of RPA
Head of Data Science and Analytics

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Testimonials

The summit fosters valuable collaboration among IT professionals. AI is transformative, enhancing efficiency and augmenting human work. Strong cybersecurity awareness and continuous education are essential, as human behavior remains the biggest organizational risk.

It was a positive first experience with an intimate event that enabled meaningful conversations. Speed dating encouraged engagement, and even with limited brand awareness, it generated quality leads and valuable discussions with tech and finance leaders.

I would rate the event highly due to strong engagement and meaningful conversations. It outperformed previous events, delivered quality leads, and proved highly valuable, making reinvestment next year likely.

It has been an exceptional experience with strong organization and meaningful networking across industries. AI and digital transformation are evolving journeys that require human collaboration. Cybersecurity and compliance must be prioritized, with shared responsibility for managing data risks.