Why you cannot miss the event

In an era of escalating cyber threats and evolving regulations, South African organisations face unprecedented challenges in securing their digital landscapes. From sophisticated cybercrime impacting the economy to the complexities of new data protection laws and the imperative of integrating cutting-edge security architectures, the need for actionable insights and strategic foresight has never been more critical.
Cybersecure: Building Resilient Digital Futures is the indispensable event you cannot afford to miss. This comprehensive two-day seminar is meticulously designed to equip you with the knowledge and strategies to navigate South Africa's intricate cybersecurity environment with confidence.,
Your presence at this conference is crucial as it offers unparalleled opportunities to master the national cybersecurity landscape, navigate South Africa's complex cyber regulatory framework, and ensure legal compliance. Financial institutions will gain essential insights into the Joint Standard for post-June 2025 compliance. Beyond technology, the event will empower you to build a human firewall, embrace modern security architectures like Zero Trust and SASE, and responsibly harness AI in cybersecurity. You will also learn to secure your supply chain, bridge the IT/OT divide for critical infrastructure protection, and build future-ready cyber defences against emerging threats.

Key benefits

Strengthen Supply Chain Security

Develop robust strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate third-party cyber risks across your entire supply chain.

Access Cutting-Edge Insights & Practical Strategies

Acquire actionable knowledge and methodologies directly applicable to your organisation's cybersecurity challenges.

Leverage AI for Enhanced Defense and Governance

Learn to harness AI-powered tools for threat detection while developing sound governance policies for responsible AI deployment.

Protect Critical Infrastructure (IT/OT Convergence)

Understand and bridge the IT/OT divide to secure operational technology environments against escalating threats.

Prepare for POPIA Amendments 2025

Get ahead of the curve by understanding the key updates, immediate effects, and operational impacts of the new POPIA Amendments 2025, safeguarding your digital makeover and guaranteeing ongoing compliance.

agenda

session one: Keynote

Gain critical insights into the national cybersecurity landscape to enhance your defence
29 Sept 2025
9:00 AM

session three

Implement POPIA Amendments 2025 to secure your digital makeover and guarantee compliance
29 Sept 2025
11:30 AM

session five

Build a human firewall to cultivate strong security awareness and culture across your entire organisation
29 Sept 2025
14:30 PM
Day one
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session TWO

Master South Africa's cyber regulatory framework (POPIA, Cybercrimes Act & beyond) to ensure compliance and strengthen your cybersecurity
29 Sep 2025
10:30 AM

session four (Financial Institutions Focused)

Deep Dive into the Joint Standard and build an unshakeable cyber resilience for Financial Institutions
29 Sept 2025
13:30 PM

session six

Implement Zero Trust, SASE, and Cloud-Native Security to transform your architecture into a modern, highly secure defence
30 Sept 2025
9:00 AM

session eight

Securing the supply chain by managing third-party cyber risk
30 Sept 2025
11:30 AM

session ten

Build future-ready cyber defences against emerging threats
30 Sept 2025
14:30 PM
Day two
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session seven

Harness the opportunities of AI in cybersecurity while mitigating its risks and ensuring responsible deployment
30 Sep 2025
10:30 AM

session nine

Bridging the IT/OT divide for enhanced critical infrastructure protection
30 Sept 2025
13:30 PM
Conference Agenda 2025
Speakers
Prof Mpekoa
Noluntu Mpekoa
Deputy Director of the Centre for Cyber Security & Associate Professor

University of Johannesburg's Academy of Computer Science and Software Engineering
Xolile
Xolile Sibande
Senior Manager for Information and Cyber Security (CISO)

Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA)


Corra 2
Corradino Corradi
General Manager: Information Security Strategy, Architecture and Technical Excellence

MTN


Deirdre
Deirdre Phillips
Partner

Bowmans Law


Ashlin
Ashlin Perumall
Head of IPTech & Partner of Corporate M&A group

Baker McKenzie


Conrad 3
Conrad Van Der Vyver
Director

Van Niekerk Attorneys Inc.


Godwin
Godwin Dzvuke
Associate Director Cyber Security

EGIT


Dirk 2
Dirk Labuschagne
Chief Information Security Officer

Direct Transact


Thabiso 2
Thabiso Serake
Head of Cybersecurity and TechOps

Pay@


Who should attend this crucial event:

Cybersecurity Leaders & Practitioners:

CISOs, Security Managers, Security Architects, Analysts, and Engineers.

IT Professionals:

IT Directors, Managers, Network Administrators, Cloud Engineers, and Infrastructure Specialists.

Legal & Compliance Officers:

Professionals responsible for data privacy, regulatory adherence, and legal repercussions related to cybercrime.

Risk Management Professionals:

Those focused on enterprise risk, operational risk, and integrating cyber risk into overall business strategy.

Financial Services Executives & Professionals:

Individuals needing to understand and implement the Joint Standard on Cybersecurity & Cyber Resilience.

Business Leaders & Executives:

Decision-makers who need to understand the economic impact of cybercrime, align with national strategies, and foster a proactive security mindset.

Operational Technology (OT) & Critical Infrastructure Stakeholders:

Professionals involved in securing industrial control systems, energy, water, manufacturing, and transport sectors.

Human Resources & Training Specialists:

Anyone involved in building security awareness and culture within an organisation.

Procurement & Vendor Management Teams:

Professionals responsible for managing third-party cyber risk and supply chain security.

Developers & DevOps Engineers:

Individuals focused on integrating security into the development pipeline.

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This is your opportunity to connect with key decision-makers, showcase your solutions, and shape the future of cybersecurity in South Africa. 

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        "The event provided by your team offered invaluable insights that empowered our company to navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence and precision."

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        Head of Risk

        "Very well organised as I was equipped with cutting-edge solutions and strategic insights, by revolutionising our digital infrastructure and enhancing customer experiences."

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