CONFERENCE SPEAKERS

IIM SOUTH AFRICA 2026 SPEAKERS
 
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS
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Prof. Mashilo Thomas Modiba
Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer & Researcher

School of Arts Department of Information Science University of South Africa (UNISA) South Africa.

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Jayshree Mallaya
Founder & CEO

Third Vision AI Cape Town, South Africa.

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Mandre Stander
CoCre8 Technology Solutions

Business Unit Executive / Senior Solutions Architect

oUR SPEAKERS


The IIM South Africa Conference brings together an exceptional lineup of thought leaders, industry experts, policymakers, and practitioners who are shaping the future of AI, information management, data privacy/governance, and digital transformation across Africa and globally.


Our speakers are carefully selected to deliver insightful, practical, and forward-looking perspectives that address real-world challenges and opportunities within today’s rapidly evolving digital ecosystem.



Meet our Speakers

Our distinguished speakers represent a diverse range of expertise, including:


  • Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
  • Data Governance, Privacy, and Compliance
  • Public Sector Transformation and Digital Policy
  • Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
  • Records and Information Management
  • Digital Innovation and Enterprise Strategy
Connect with a diverse network of professionals, decision-makers, and innovators across sectors.



Why This Conference Matters


As nations strive to build data-driven economies, the intersection of AI, governance, and public administration has become critical. This conference serves as a strategic platform to:


  • Promote ethical and responsible AI adoption
  • Strengthen data governance and compliance frameworks
  • Enhance public sector efficiency and transparency
  • Foster cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange



Institute of Information Management (IIM) South Africa
The International Certification Body for Data and Information Management


...From Information to Value




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Protea Hotel Midrand, 14th Street, Noordwyk Ext 20, Midrand, 1685 South Africa



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Whether you are a government official, data professional, academic, technology expert, or emerging leader, your participation is vital to advancing the conversation and driving impactful change.
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