DAY 1 | 31 JULY 2025 Empowerment Through Bold Transformation 08:00 – 08:55
Registration & Refreshments
09:00 - 09:05
MODERATORS WELCOME | Leanne Manas, Senior Broadcast Anchor and Businesswoman
09:05 - 09:10
ORGANISERS WELCOME| Ralf Fletcher, Chief Executive Officer, Topco Media
09:10 - 09:20
NEDBANK ADDRESS|Khensani Nobanda, Group Executive: Group Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Nedbank
09:20 - 09:30
DEPUTY MINISTER ADDRESS |Building Confidence, Unlocking Potential: A Results-Driven Approach to the Transformation Fund The Transformation Fund is more than just financial capital, it is a catalyst for meaningful, lasting economic change. By fostering transparency, optimising investment, and actively addressing concerns, we can unlock South Africa’s full economic potential. Through this keynote, the Deputy Minister will invite key stakeholders to collaborate,contribute, and drive the success of this transformative initiative. Speaker: Hon. Zuko Godlimpi, Deputy Minister, Department of Trade, Industry and Competition The Future of Transformation: Creating Pathways to Shared Economic Success
09:30 - 10:10
PANEL DISCUSSION| The Changing Landscape of BBBEE: Policies, Frameworks, and the Road Ahead This panel explores the progression of BBBEE policies and frameworks, highlighting key milestones, recent legislative updates, and their implications for businesses. It will delve into the shift from compliance to meaningful transformation, the role of businesses in driving sustainable growth, and what the future holds for BBBEE in shaping an inclusive economy. Panelists: ● Monde Ndlovu, Managing Director, Black Management Forum (BMF) ● Stanley Grau, Deputy Chairperson, Association of B-BBEE Professionals & Managing