Over 1 500 delegates are expected to attend the summit, which aims to equip business leaders with the knowledge and insights needed to future-proof Africa and empower the continent to achieve an abundant future, according to the event. 

Celiwe Ross, director of group strategy, sustainability, people and public affairs at Old Mutual, says, "At Old Mutual, we believe in the transformative power of technology and innovation to create sustainable futures. As a key sponsor of the SingularityU Summit, we are excited to engage with visionary leaders and innovators who share our commitment to leveraging technology for the greater good. Together, we can address global challenges and drive positive change across Africa. We look forward to collaborating and making a meaningful impact on the world, ensuring a prosperous and sustainable future for all."

According to the SingularityU Summit, the host of global and local thought leaders will address:

  • AI in great detail
  • decentralised identity
  • disruptive innovation
  • longevity mindset
  • scaling AI in the workplace
  • web3
  • metaverse
  • blockchain, and
  • the future of ESG and sustainability.

A curated slate of new speakers have been added to address leadership and other topics, says the summit. 

According to the SingularityU Summit, speakers include the following:

Barbara Silva, CEO of Her Global Impact and Singularity Chile — alongside Mpoomy Ledwaba, founder of Wisdom & Wellness and Tebogo Mogadime, investment manager at Mineworkers Investment Company — will discuss leading innovation and the power of diverse leadership, exploring the impact of varied leadership perspectives on transformative change.

Laila Pawlak, co-founder of the Rehumanize Institute, will present on 'The Future of Leadership', further enriching the discussion on evolving leadership paradigms.

In the realm of exponential technology and its implications, Beau Williams, engineering lead at Africarare, and Valter Adão, CEO of Cadena Growth Partners, will lead workshops on 'Blockchain Workshop' and 'Beyond the Tech: The Future of Employment', respectively, offering insights into cutting-edge technologies and their broader impacts.

Ashley Anthony and Dario Fanucchi, co-founders of Isazi Consulting, will jointly facilitate a workshop on 'AI Supply Chains', focusing on AI's role in transforming productivity within organisations.

Sacha Hoedemaker, the music director and composer, will engage attendees with a presentation on 'Education 2030 — AI and the New Learning Frontier'.

Shayne Mann, co-CEO of SingularityU South Africa, will provide a keynote on 'Singularity — What's Next?' to discuss the future trajectory of singularity-led concepts.

"As we navigate this crucial juncture in business and global development, we are excited to showcase such an exceptional array of experts at the upcoming Singularity Summit. Our newly announced speakers, such as Barbara Silva with her focus on diverse leadership, Mpoomy Ledwaba exploring transformative change, and Laila Pawlak's forward-looking perspectives on leadership, will provide delegates with critical insights to drive innovation and growth," says Mic Mann, co-CEO of SingularityU South Africa.

"With in-depth workshops on blockchain, AI in supply chains and the future of employment, participants will gain a deep understanding of how to harness emerging technologies and leadership strategies for a prosperous future," adds Mann.

"We are incredibly pleased to feature such a distinguished lineup of both local and global thought leaders at this year's summit. The addition of experts like Sacha Hoedemaker on AI's impact on education and Paul Pagnato's vision for health longevity highlights our dedication to offering a holistic view of the future. This lineup epitomises Singularity's mission to equip delegates with the tools and knowledge to help future-proof Africa, and to navigate and influence the rapidly evolving realms of technology and leadership," says Shayne Mann, co-CEO of SingularityU South Africa.

Now approaching its sixth year and known for delivering an unrivalled corporate education experience, the 2024 summit will be the first on the continent to host a dedicated metaverse track, enabling participants who would like to join remotely to enjoy a completely immersive experience via the Africarare metaverse, says the summit. 

The plans regarding ancillary events, networking opportunities and the final programme for the SingularityU South Africa Summit will be announced in the coming months, says the event. 

Individuals are encouraged to view the initial schedule here.

The SingularityU Summit concludes that ticket prices are R18 500 in-person and R4 500 metaverse per person, for tickets booked before midnight on Tuesday, 1 October. Thereafter the next tier applies thereafter. 

For more information, visit www.singularitysouthafricasummit.org. You can also follow SingularityU South African Summit on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, or on Instagram. 

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