• Venue Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Date 21st May, 2025

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21st Edition

Innovation & Excellence Awards Southern Africa

"Shaping the Future of Banking in
Southern Africa: Innovation,
Connectivity, and Financial Resilience"
21st May, 2025 | Johannesburg, South Africa
A Premier Banking Summit

Connected Banking Southern Africa

The 21st Connected Banking Summit: Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025 – Southern Africa, organized by the International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA), is set for May 21, 2025, in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The summit, themed "Shaping the Future of Banking in Southern Africa: Innovation, Connectivity, and Financial Resilience," aims to foster a secure, inclusive, and resilient financial ecosystem in the region.
Southern Africa is experiencing rapid digital transformation, with over 60% internet penetration and mobile adoption exceeding 100%. This shift presents both opportunities and challenges, including infrastructure limitations, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory complexities. The summit will address these issues by bringing together leaders from banking and fintech sectors to explore technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and open banking, aiming to harness their potential while ensuring security and trust.
Through collaborative discussions and knowledge sharing, the Connected Banking Summit seeks to empower individuals, businesses, and institutions to thrive in a digitally enabled world, redefining the future of Southern Africa's financial sector.
21st Edition of the Connected Banking Series
21st May Johannesburg, South Africa

21st Edition of the Premier Banking Summit

Join us for a dynamic and insightful event, bringing together top minds in the industry to explore the latest trends and best practices. Connected Banking - Southern Africa is an unparalleled opportunity to connect with peers, engage with experts, and gain practical knowledge that can help you stay ahead in the fast-changing world of finance. Come and be inspired, learn from the best, and gain the tools you need to take your business to the next level.

What in Store for you at Connected Banking?

Connected Banking is the premier event for industry professionals seeking to stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of finance. This year's conference is focused on exploring the latest trends, strategies, and technologies driving the banking industry forward. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leading experts, gain practical insights, and network with peers to exchange ideas and best practices.

From regulatory changes to digital transformation, the Banking Conference will provide the knowledge, tools, and inspiration needed to navigate today's complex financial landscape with confidence.

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In-depth Session

Expert-led sessions will delve into topics such as digital transformation, cloud adoption, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence in banking, and leveraging technology for economic diversification in the Kingdom.

Panel Discussions and Keynotes

Thought leaders in the banking and financial services sector will share insights on emerging trends, regulatory frameworks, and strategic initiatives, emphasizing innovation, resilience, and growth aligned with Vision 2030.

Networking Opportunities

Participants will have a platform to connect with industry peers, exchange ideas, and explore partnerships aimed at driving digital and strategic growth within Saudi Arabia’s BFSI sector.

Key Focus

21st Edition Connected Banking Southern Africa Will Focus On

  • 1st Day
    21 May 2024
  • 2nd Day
    22 May 2024
  • 3rd Day
    23 May 2024
01

CB2025

Focus Area

Building Resilient Financial Ecosystems

02

CB2025

Focus Area

AI-Driven Banking Transformation

03

CB2025

Focus Area

Cybersecurity and Zero Trust Frameworks

04

CB2025

Focus Area

Fintech and Bank Collaborations for Inclusion

05

CB2025

Focus Area

Revolutionizing Payments and Customer Experience

06

CB2025

Focus Area

Blockchain Applications in Banking

07

CB2025

Focus Area

Open Banking for Enhanced Financial Services

08

CB2025

Focus Area

Digital Lending and Access to Capital

09

CB2025

Focus Area

Mobile Banking Innovations for Financial Inclusion

10

CB2025

Focus Area

Cloud Solutions for Scalable Banking Infrastructure

11

CB2025

Focus Area

Cross-Border Payments and Trade Finance Solutions

12

CB2025

Focus Area

Sustainable Finance and Green Banking Practices

13

CB2025

Focus Area

Data Analytics and AI for Banking Insights

14

CB2025

Focus Area

Customer-Centric Digital Banking Solutions

15

CB2025

Focus Area

Leadership in Digital Transformation

For more updates on the agenda and speaking slots, register now.

Series Speakers

21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Frank Molla

Managing Director & Head of Sub Saharan Africa, BPC Banking Technologies
Frank Molla will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Gur Geva

CEO, Identifii
Gur Geva will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Shadrack Kubyane

CEO & Co-Founder, Coronet Blockchain
Shadrack Kubyane will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Charity Chitalu Mwanza

CEO, Digital Paygo
Charity Chitalu Mwanza will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Mukwandi Chibesakunda

Chief Executive Officer, Zambia National Commercial Bank (Zanaco) PLC
Mukwandi Chibesakunda will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Johnson Idesoh

Group Chief Information and Technology Officer, Absa Group
Johnson Idesoh will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Bradwin Roper

CEO, FNB Connect, FNB South Africa
Bradwin Roper will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Chen Zhentao

CTO, FSI Southern African Region, Huawei
Chen Zhentao will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Richard Southey

CDO (Chief Digital Officer)
Richard Southey will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Maurits Pretorius

Chief Strategy Officer, The Payments Association of South Africa
Maurits Pretorius will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Esther Munyi

Chief Data & Analytics Officer, Sasfin
Esther Munyi will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Marijke Guest

CIB CIO, Ned Bank Group Ltd
Marijke Guest will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Ridwaan Rasool

Chief Data & Analytics Officer, Absa Group
Ridwaan Rasool will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Cheslyn Jacobs

Chief Commercial Officer, TymeBank
Cheslyn Jacobs will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Dr. Mark Nasila

Chief Data and Analytics Officer, First National Bank
Dr. Mark Nasila will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Doreen Mokoena

Chief Information Security Officer, Cybersec Clinique
Doreen Mokoena will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Marianne Kekana

Chief Data and Analytics Officer, FNB ConnectMe
Marianne Kekana will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Francois Benjamin

Chief Operating Officer, Access Bank SA
Francois Benjamin will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Dr. Philile Mkhize

Chief Operations Officer - Technology , Absa Group
Dr. Philile Mkhize will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Shani Burger

Chief Information Technology Lead
Shani Burger will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Nomihlali Ntsunguzi

Director, Nissi Business Solutions
Nomihlali Ntsunguzi will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Angela Mwelu Tshikhovhokhov

Senior Vice President, Business Development Africa, Sharp Vision
Angela Mwelu Tshikhovhokhov will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Verushca Hunter

Digital Technology and Innovation Executive- Absa Group
Verushca Hunter will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Kumaran Selvarajalu

Senior General Manager (Payments Division), The Banking Association South Africa
Kumaran Selvarajalu will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Lizzy Mogale

Managing Executive for Insights and Advisory: Nedbank Retail and Business Banking, Nedbank
Lizzy Mogale will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Daniel Teixeira

Systems Engineering Manager South Africa, Pure Storage
Daniel Teixeira will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Herman Sambo

Executive Head: Personal & Business Banking, Bidvest Bank
Herman Sambo will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Pascalle Albrecht

Executive: Commercial Issuing: Relationship Banking Product, Absa Group
Pascalle Albrecht will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Rene Morel

Cyber Security Lead - Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA), Wipro
Rene Morel will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Tunde Macaulay

Head, Business & Commercial Banking, Africa Regions and Offshore, Standard Bank Group
Tunde Macaulay will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Thav Reddy

Group Head of Privacy, Absa Group
Thav Reddy will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Paul Morley

Executive (Group Data Services), Nedbank
Paul Morley will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Kwasi Frimpong

Global Network Banking Head (South Africa), Citi Bank
Kwasi Frimpong will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Luntente Ndyamba

Head of Transactional Banking, Business Improvement & Process Optimisation, Absa Corporate & Investment Bank
Luntente Ndyamba will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Gavin Moss

Head CIB payments Technology - Standard Bank
Gavin Moss will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Yudhvir Seetharam

Head of Analytics, Insights and Research, FNB South Africa
Yudhvir Seetharam will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Pragashani Reddy

Head of Technology and Digital Enablement, Standard Bank South Africa
Pragashani Reddy will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Dr. Sizwe Gwala

Head of Data Governance (Group Compliance), Absa Group
Dr. Sizwe Gwala will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Tshediso Khuzwayo

Product Head (Client Engagement), Capitec Bank
Tshediso Khuzwayo will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Bianca Butler

Head Cloud Migration, DevOps & SRE Practices, Nedbank
Bianca Butler will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Thembela Khedama

Head of Digitisation, Client Experience and Risk Execution, Standard Bank
Thembela Khedama will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Mumbi Odame

Head Of Client Experience and Design, Rand Merchant Bank
Mumbi Odame will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Nkosana Thato Roda

Head: Payments Platform Services, Standard Bank Group
Nkosana Thato Roda will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Dolly Mphahlele

Head of Business Intelligence and Datawarehousing, FirstRand Group Treasury
Dolly Mphahlele will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Mind Mabhunu

Head, ATM business unit under Personal and Private Banking Coverage, Standard Bank South Africa
Mind Mabhunu will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Prenton Chetty

Head (Intelligent Systems), Nedbank
Prenton Chetty will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Tsholofelo Mokhosi

Head of Card MI and Analytics, Absa Group
Tsholofelo Mokhosi will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Yash Nannoolal

Chief Information Technology Lead, Barclays Africa Group Limited
Yash Nannoolal will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Durvesh Maharaj

Portfolio Manager (Product and Distribution), Vodacom
Durvesh Maharaj will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Nzama Mathebula

Executive (Digital Fast Lane), Nedbank
Nzama Mathebula will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Tamara Mkula

Business Information Security Officer, Nedbank
Tamara Mkula will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Kutlwano Ngwarati

Member, Forbes
Kutlwano Ngwarati will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Japheth Munywoki

Founder , Goodson Capital Partners
Japheth Munywoki will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.

Past Edition Speakers

21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Bradwin Roper

CEO, FNB Connect, FNB South Africa
Bradwin Roper will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Mukwandi Chibesakunda

Chief Executive Officer, Zambia National Commercial Bank (Zanaco) PLC
Mukwandi Chibesakunda will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Frank Molla

Managing Director & Head of Sub Saharan Africa, BPC Banking Technologies
Frank Molla will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Kwasi Frimpong

Global Network Banking Head (South Africa), Citi Bank
Kwasi Frimpong will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Cheslyn Jacobs

Chief Commercial Officer, TymeBank
Cheslyn Jacobs will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Gur Geva

CEO, Identifii
Gur Geva will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Paul Morley

Executive (Group Data Services), Nedbank
Paul Morley will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Dr. Sizwe Gwala

Head of Data Governance (Group Compliance), Absa Group
Dr. Sizwe Gwala will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Daniel Teixeira

Systems Engineering Manager South Africa, Pure Storage
Daniel Teixeira will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Luntente Ndyamba

Head of Transactional Banking, Business Improvement & Process Optimisation, Absa Corporate & Investment Bank
Luntente Ndyamba will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Pragashani Reddy

Head of Technology and Digital Enablement, Standard Bank South Africa
Pragashani Reddy will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Kumaran Selvarajalu

Senior General Manager (Payments Division), The Banking Association South Africa
Kumaran Selvarajalu will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Verushca Hunter

Digital Technology and Innovation Executive- Absa Group
Verushca Hunter will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Tshediso Khuzwayo

Product Head (Client Engagement), Capitec Bank
Tshediso Khuzwayo will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Yudhvir Seetharam

Head of Analytics, Insights and Research, FNB South Africa
Yudhvir Seetharam will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Bianca Butler

Head Cloud Migration, DevOps & SRE Practices, Nedbank
Bianca Butler will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Tsholofelo Mokhosi

Head of Card MI and Analytics, Absa Group
Tsholofelo Mokhosi will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Nomihlali Ntsunguzi

Director, Nissi Business Solutions
Nomihlali Ntsunguzi will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Gavin Moss

Head CIB payments Technology - Standard Bank
Gavin Moss will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Prenton Chetty

Head (Intelligent Systems), Nedbank
Prenton Chetty will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Tamara Mkula

Business Information Security Officer, Nedbank
Tamara Mkula will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Yash Nannoolal

Chief Information Technology Lead, Barclays Africa Group Limited
Yash Nannoolal will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Nzama Mathebula

Executive (Digital Fast Lane), Nedbank
Nzama Mathebula will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.
21st Edition Connected Banking 2025 Speaker

Durvesh Maharaj

Portfolio Manager (Product and Distribution), Vodacom
Durvesh Maharaj will be speaking at the 21st Edition Connected Banking Summit 2025 in Johannesburg.

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