32nd Edition
BFSI INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT
Revolutionizing the Future of Digital Finance in South Africa
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BFSI Innovation & Technology 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 BFSI INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT SOUTH AFRICA
The South African BFSI sector is undergoing significant transformation due to the rapid pace of digital advancements and evolving business landscapes.
The 32nd Edition BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit is an invitation-only in-person event for South African BFSI technology and innovation leaders. Under the theme “Pioneering Tomorrow: Unleashing IT Excellence in South Africa’s BFSI Sector” the BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit South Africa will bring together South Africa’s 200+ CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, heads of digital transformation, IT infrastructure, cyber security, information and communication technologies, and other IT Experts from the Banking and Financial Service industry.
The BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit provides an educational and networking opportunity to explore the significant challenges faced by the financial industry and to discover optimal approaches for addressing them. The summit will emphasize on examining the policies and tactics used to cultivate a diverse and efficient financial sector, with conversations revolving around topics such as digital banking, financial inclusivity, electronic payments, and safeguarding data privacy.
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BFSI Market in South Africa
40%
Fintech revenue in Africa showcasing robust advancement
89%
South Africans rely solely on digital banking
37.42 million
Users in the Digital Payments market by 2027
Advisory Board
Nicole Borges
CIO Global Markets
Standard Bank Group
Josiah Moloi
Sector Chief Information Officer
PPS
Speakers 2025
Nicole Borges
CIO Global Markets
Standard Bank Group
Alicia Greenwood
Chief Executive Officer JSE Clear & Director
JSE
Nicola Comninos
Group Executive: Investments & Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
Purple Group
Itumeleng Makgati
Divisional Executive: Group Technology
Nedbank
Unathi Thosago
IT Executive: Service and Client Technology
Old Mutual South Africa
Langelihle Lange Nkabinde
Vice President of Compliance
Purple Group
Dr. Gavin Moss
CIO: Treasury and Trade Solutions
Rand Merchant Bank
Loredana Renzi
Risk COO
Absa Group
Liam Reddy
Chief Compliance Officer
State Bank of India, South Africa
Josiah Moloi
Sector Chief Information Officer
PPS
Bronwyn Williams
Futurists Economist Partner and Keynote Speaker
Pragashani Reddy
Business Banking Exco: Executive Director: Digital
Absa Group
Mark Jow
Field CTO and Evangelist
Gigamon
Annabel Bishop
Chief Economist
Investec
Mark Randall
Director: Information Services
JSE
Jacobus Eksteen
CEO
Bonisa Applied Insights
Makopi Nkopodi
Executive: Group Technology
Nedbank
Fikile Mekgoe
Bidvest Bank Limited
Head Of Technology: Delivery & Testing
Why Attend ?
Learn & Grow
Elevate your professional growth with engaging discussions and collaborative workshops that are shaping the industry.
Explore the Latest Innovations in Digital Solutions
Gain valuable insights from renowned Innovation & Technology experts, including pioneers and leaders from the region, as they share real-world use cases and practical perspectives.
Collaborative Partnerships
Collaborate with industry peers to collectively shape the future collectively and exchange experiences.
Connect with Trusted Technology Partners
Connect and meet one-on-one with potential global partners who can provide tailored guidance to help you achieve your critical business objectives.
Maximized ROI
The BFSI IT Summit is a time-saving, highly informative, accessible, and professional business platform designed for experienced technology professionals and digital experts.Featured Discussions
- AI-powered automation to modernise systems and streamline operations
- AI for cost containment, efficiency, and new revenue streams
- AI tools for risk control, compliance, and client engagement
- Personalised banking via predictive insights and tailored solutions
- Enhancing fraud detection: accuracy, scalability, and reducing false positives
- Aligning financial services with sustainable development goals (SDGs)
- Fostering inclusivity and equity through finance
- Developing talent from the bottom up for a sustainable workforce
- ESG adoption for long-term corporate responsibility
- Comparing South Africa’s ESG practices with global benchmarks
- Designing resilient cybersecurity frameworks for threat detection and response
- Securing and governing AI models for compliance and trust
- Public Cloud: leveraging securely or potential risks
- Data protection compliance (POPIA and global standards)
- Aligning ESG objectives with cybersecurity investments
- Real-time payments on legacy infrastructure
- Balancing payment security and transaction speed
- Interoperability across banks, wallets, and networks
- Modular payment architecture with APIs and microservices
- Lowering transaction costs via automation and smart routing
INDUSTRY FOCUS
WHO WILL YOU MEET ?
JOB TITLES
- Chief Information Officer
- Chief Technology Officer
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Chief Digital Officer
- Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads of IT
- Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads of Digital Solutions
- Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads Digital Transformation
- Head of IT Infrastructure
- Heads of Information security
- Head of IT Operations
- Digital Advisors- Government
- Head of Analytics / AI
Partners 2025
Platinum Partner
Gold Partners
Silver Partners
Bronze Partner
Past Partners
Media Partners
SERIES PARTNERS
WHAT CLIENTS SAY ?
Testimonials
Michael Yap Kiam Siew
Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Chairman, ConveneThe BFSI IT Summit was a highly focused event with quality attendees and valuable networking opportunities. Participants appreciated the setup, which fostered meaningful conversations under one roof. The event highlighted strong potential in the BFSI sector across South Africa and the SADC region.
Charles Lalieu
Senior Director Middle East and Africa, FreshworksWe valued the BFSI IT Summit for engaging with delegates, understanding challenges, and networking across the industry. One-on-one sessions and conversations offered insight into CX/EX needs, with many attendees being relevant prospects or existing clients. We look forward to participating again, viewing the event as a strong platform to showcase our brand and value.
Dido wa Kalonji
Chief Information Officer, FNBI found the BFSI IT Summit incredibly engaging, especially the discussions on how AI is reshaping the banking and financial services industry. For me, the key takeaway is that digital transformation is still very much a journey—we started it years ago, but there's still a long way to go. I believe it's crucial to keep embracing emerging technologies like AI to truly drive impact and deliver value to both organizations and customers.
Qiniso Mthembu
Group Chief Risk Officer (CRO), Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE)I found the BFSI IT Summit incredibly insightful. What stood out to me was how the organizers brought together not just tech experts but also key collaborators who are essential for driving real transformation. The big takeaway for me is that while we embrace digital tools to enhance customer experience and competitiveness, we must also actively manage the risks these tools bring. Collaboration is crucial. We can’t work in silos. Risk-based thinking and business-aligned security prioritization are essential, especially in a world of limited resources.
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