12 March 2026
Indaba Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre
South Africa’s rapid digital expansion is transforming how organisations operate, connect and scale. With accelerated cloud adoption, data-driven services and connected technologies across industries, cybersecurity has become a strategic imperative rather than a technical afterthought.
Curated by Exito Media Concepts, a global leader in B2B technology platforms, the Cyber Security Summit South Africa 2026 is a premier executive forum dedicated to strengthening cyber resilience across the region. The summit will convene more than 200 C-level executives, CISOs, security leaders and technology decision-makers to address the evolving threat landscape and the growing complexity of securing modern digital ecosystems.
Focused discussions will cover AI-driven security, cloud and identity protection, threat intelligence, automation, blockchain, IoT security and regulatory compliance. The summit will deliver actionable strategies, real-world insights and collaborative opportunities to help organisations build resilient, future-ready security frameworks that support long-term digital growth.
Case Study: Building Cyber-Resilient Enterprises in South Africa
A major South African telecommunications enterprise recently undertook a comprehensive cybersecurity transformation to protect its expanding digital infrastructure and customer ecosystem. With millions of users dependent on its digital platforms, the organisation faced increasing exposure to sophisticated threats including ransomware, phishing and network-based attacks, alongside stringent regulatory and data protection requirements.
To mitigate these risks, the enterprise implemented a zero-trust security architecture across its IT and network environments, enabling continuous verification of users, devices and applications. Cloud security was strengthened through centralised identity and access management, secure APIs and enhanced visibility across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
AI-driven threat detection and real-time monitoring improved the organisation’s ability to identify anomalies and respond proactively. Security automation reduced response times, minimised operational risk and strengthened business continuity. Targeted upskilling initiatives further enhanced internal capabilities across security operations, threat intelligence, cloud security and compliance.
This transformation highlights the critical importance of cyber resilience in safeguarding digital trust and operational stability — core themes of the 29th Edition of the Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026.
Event Overview
The 29th Edition of the Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026 is the country’s leading executive-level forum focused on strengthening enterprise cyber resilience. The event will gather more than 200 C-level executives, CISOs, security leaders and technology decision-makers to explore the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape and the increasing complexity of protecting modern digital environments.
Sessions will provide strategic insights, practical frameworks and real-world approaches to safeguarding critical digital infrastructure and ensuring business continuity.
Date: 12 March 2026
Time: 09:00 – 17:00
Venue: Indaba Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre, South Africa
Supporting Partners
The Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026 is supported by the ISC2 Gauteng Chapter and the Cloud Security Alliance, reinforcing its commitment to advancing cybersecurity excellence, professional development and collaborative security practices across South Africa’s digital ecosystem.
Meet the Visionaries
The 29th Edition of the Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026 will feature influential cybersecurity and technology leaders sharing insights on cyber resilience, risk management, digital trust and securing enterprise ecosystems.
Advisory Board
*Julian Ankiah
Chief Information Security Officer
MultiChoice Group
*Fundi Rarane
VP: Cyber Security – Business Engagement Lead
Absa Group
Speakers
*Dr Denisha Jairam-Owthar
Group Chief Information Officer
Council for Medical Schemes
*Jongikhaya Stuurman
Chief Information Officer
PetroSA
*Meshack Ndwandwe
Chief Information Officer
First National Bank South Africa
*Tumelo Zwane
Chief Information Officer
Special Investigating Unit
*Emily Manganyi
Chief Information Security Officer
JSE
Key Topics
• AI and National Cyber Defence: Leveraging AI to strengthen threat intelligence, public-sector readiness and public–private collaboration while addressing data governance and digital sovereignty.
• AI as Threat vs AI as Shield: SOC automation, AI-driven attacks, ethical deployment and strategic guidance for CISOs navigating emerging risks.
• Cyber Risk and Critical Infrastructure: Securing OT–IT environments, lessons from infrastructure breaches and coordinated incident response.
• Cloud, Sovereignty and Compliance: Navigating POPIA, cross-border data risks, sovereign cloud models and emerging AI regulations.
• Secure Innovation: Embedding security by design across DevOps, CI/CD and fast-paced digital environments.
About Exito
Exito stands for “success” — a principle reflected in every experience the organisation designs. With more than 15 years of experience, Exito is a globally recognised B2B events and media organisation delivering over 240 conferences annually across technology, digital transformation, cybersecurity, healthcare and emerging enterprise sectors. Through carefully curated agendas, global speaker communities and market-driven insights, Exito creates platforms that foster strategic collaboration, accelerate innovation adoption and drive measurable business outcomes worldwide.
For more information on the Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026, visit:
https://exito-e.com/cybersecuritysummit/south-africa/
Media Enquiries
Prakruthi Nayaka
Media and PR Executive, Exito Media Concepts
Email: prakruthi.nayaka@exito-e.com
