South Africa’s rapid digital expansion is reshaping how organizations operate, connect, and scale, bringing cybersecurity to the forefront of national and enterprise priorities. As cloud adoption, data-driven services, and connected technologies accelerate across sectors, safeguarding digital assets, infrastructure, and trust 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 serves as a premier executive forum dedicated to strengthening cyber resilience across the region. The summit will bring together 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.
Through focused discussions on 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 organizations build resilient, future-ready security frameworks capable of supporting long-term digital growth.
Case Study: Building Cyber-Resilient Enterprises in South Africa
A major South African enterprise within the telecommunications sector undertook a comprehensive cybersecurity transformation to secure its expanding digital infrastructure and customer ecosystem. With millions of users dependent on its digital platforms, the organization faced rising exposure to sophisticated threats such as ransomware, phishing, and network-based attacks, alongside stringent regulatory and data protection requirements.
To mitigate these risks, the enterprise adopted a zero-trust security architecture across its IT and network environments, enabling continuous verification of users, devices, and applications. Cloud security was strengthened through centralized identity and access management, secure APIs, and improved visibility across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
AI-driven threat detection and real-time monitoring enhanced the organization’s ability to identify anomalies and respond proactively to incidents. Security automation further reduced response times, minimized operational risk, and improved business continuity. In parallel, targeted upskilling initiatives strengthened internal capabilities across security operations, threat intelligence, cloud security, andcompliance.
This transformation underscores the importance of cyber resilience in safeguarding digital trust and operational stability, which are the key focus areas at the 29th Edition of the Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026, where security leaders will convene to address evolving cyber risks and share best practices.
Event Overview
The 29th Edition of the Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026 is the country’s premier
executive-level forum dedicated to strengthening enterprise cyber resilience. The summit will bring together 200+ C-level executives, CISOs, security leaders, and technology decision-makers to examine the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape and the growing complexity of securing moderndigital environments.
Through focused discussions on AI-driven security, cloud and identity protection, threat intelligence, blockchain and IoT security, automation, and regulatory compliance, the summit will deliver strategic insights, practical frameworks, and real-world approaches to safeguarding critical digital infrastructure and ensuring business continuity.
Date: 12th March 2026
Time: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Venue: Indaba Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre, South Africa
Supporting Partner-
The Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026 is supported by the ISC2 Gauteng Chapter and the Cloud Security Alliance, reinforcing the event’s 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 some of the country’s most influential cybersecurity and technology leaders, sharing insights on cyber resilience, risk management, digital trust, and securing enterprise ecosystems. Below are a few of the distinguished advisory board members and speakers joining CSS South Africa 2026, alongside many more industry experts and thought leaders:
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 to Be Covered:
Attendees will examine South Africa’s most pressing cybersecurity priorities through focused discussions, including:
● AI & National Cyber Defense: Using 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 & Critical Infrastructure: Securing OT–IT environments, lessons from recent
infrastructure breaches, and coordinated incident response.
● Cloud, Sovereignty & 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.
