IT 2026 INDABA Africa's Biggest IT
Conference and Expo In Proud Partnership with MakwaIT, SAGE, iOCO Technology Group

VENUE PROGRAMMES

10:00 - 10:40

Navigating AI: A masterclass on cutting through the hype to build what matters

Bill Gallagher - Trailblazing CIOs

15:00 - 15:40

Avoiding the tech buronout crisis: Sustaining high-performance IT teams

Bill Gallagher - Trailblazing CIOs

14:00 - 14:40

Borderless business, local data: Navigating data sovereignty in 2026

Bill Gallagher - Trailblazing CIOs

13:00 - 13:40

From Microsoft to SARS: A conversation on private versus public sector technology innovation

Bill Gallagher - Trailblazing CIOs

12:00 - 12:40

Agents in the Wild: What No One Tells You About Enterprise AI

Bill Gallagher - Trailblazing CIOs

11:00 - 11:40

The inclusion advantage: How to get diverse teams delivering top performance

Bill Gallagher - Trailblazing CIOs

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The inaugural 2025 IT Indaba promises to bring together 3,000+ IT professionals and tech influencers who are involved in the procurement of systems, tools, platforms and services, along with user experience developers who deal with the core processes and client interfaces of the business. This exciting full day event will feature live demos, pitches, 75+ exhibitors and insights from leading CIOs – with a programme carefully curated for you as an IT professional. This spectacular expo is taking place at the Sandton Convention Centre in October 2026.

Where do I park?

Parking for the Sandton Convention Centre (SCC) is available in an adjacent parking arcade with nearly 11,000 bays in Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square.

Can I use cash for food?

Breakfast, lunches, soft drinks and coffees are available for purchase with a credit card only.

Do you validate parking tickets?

If you have purchased a ticket, you will receive a validated parking ticket. If you have received a free ticket, you do not qualify for validated parking.

Is lunch included?

No, lunch is not included with any ticket type.

How do I ensure I get a seat in some of the most anticipated sessions?

The most popular sessions tend to be over-subscribed, so to secure a seat, be sure to get there early.

Can I transfer my ticket to my colleague if I can no longer attend?

Free tickets are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, please notify us so we can void your ticket and reissue it.

Is there a VIP section?

No, there will not be a VIP section the common area provides fantastic opportunities for networking.

Does the bar open at lunch time?

The bar will be open from 17:00.

Is there WIFI available?

Sandton Convention Centre provides free public WIFI

How much is a ticket?

R2500 ex VAT