The African ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ User Group (AFSUG), in collaboration with the ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ University Alliances (ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ UA) team, is proud to announce the launch of Empowering the Future of ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ Leaders β a one-day career event series designed to connect top students with ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ customers, partners, and industry mentors.
Taking place in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Pretoria this September, the events will provide students with a unique opportunity to explore their future in technology, gain new skills, and engage directly with leading employers in the ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ ecosystem. Whether students are looking to land their first internship or take the first step in their ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ career journey, this event is designed to inspire and empower the next generation of digital leaders. We will be bringing together over 195 students over the three days.
Dates & Venues
- Johannesburg: 10 September 2025 β ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ Office Park, Woodmead
- Cape Town: 12 September 2025 β Hasso Plattner d-school Afrika, Cape Town
- Pretoria: 17 September 2025 β Venue sponsored by EPI-USE Labs
Inspiring Keynotes and Hands-On Workshops
The program brings together a dynamic line-up of keynote speakers, guest speakers and workshop facilitators:
- Marko Stavrou, Gen Z entrepreneur, CEO of GenLink, delivering the keynote Beyond the Ordinary in Johannesburg and Cape Town.
- Tumelo Mothotoane e, award-winning international broadcaster, presenting a workshop on the Power of Effective Communication and Presentation Skills.
- Kagiso Hlabahlaba, Global Product Manager for Payroll & Time at Sasol, discussing Emerging Skills for 2026 and Beyond.
- Wendy Maduna, Global Account Director at ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄, sharing insights on Building a Career in the ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ Ecosystem.
- Bruce Reddy, DTP Head at Heineken, and Richard Fritz,DTP Head also from Heineken, guiding students through Refining Your CV workshops.
- Amanda Gibbs, CEO of AFSUG, leading an interactive session on Building a Strong LinkedIn Profile.
- Aveena Mothilall, Change Catalyst, delivering an inspiring talk in Cape Town.
- Valencia Karageorgiades – Technology Architect at ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ (IT Strategy and Business Transformation) at ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ sharing insights on Building a Career in the ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ Ecosystem in Cape Town
In Pretoria, EPI-USE Labs will host the program alongside leading voices from the ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ community and they are sponsoring the venue for the student career day.
Bridging Students with Real-World Opportunities
The Empowering the Future of ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ Leaders series goes beyond classroom learning by creating a platform for students to:
- Gain exposure to the latest ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ technologies and learn about opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge on these topics.
- Interact with potential employers and industry mentors.
- Learn practical career-building skills through CV clinics and LinkedIn workshops.
- Explore internships and career pathways in the ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ ecosystem.
AFSUG and ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄: Partnering for Tomorrowβs Talent
βThis event is about building real pathways for students to connect with our ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ community β customers, partners, and leaders. Together with ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ University Alliances, we are investing in the future of digital skills and ensuring students leave empowered, inspired, and ready for the opportunities ahead.β Said Amanda Gibbs, AFSUG CEO.
The collaboration between AFSUG and ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ University Alliances reflects a shared commitment to driving youth empowerment, fostering innovation, and equipping future leaders with the skills needed to thrive in the digital economy.
“This innovative event series, spanning three locations, offers a unique platform that combines a wealth of knowledge and expertise from leading media personalities, emerging business leaders and industry specialists. Covering a diverse range of topics from cutting-edge ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ technologies to essential soft skills, these sessions provide students with vital attributes and insights as they prepare for the next phase of their journey into the world of workβ said De Wet Naude, Head β Sub-Saharan Africa, ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ University Alliances
