18th Annual Leadership Development for Women
The 18th Annual Leadership Development for Women in Government & SOEs Conference takes place 22–24 July 2026 at the Radisson Blu, Umhlanga. This flagship event convenes senior leaders, executives, and policymakers to strengthen leadership pipelines, drive institutional reform, and advance ethical governance. With keynotes from Deputy Ministers, MECs, and executives, delegates will gain insights on succession planning, fiscal accountability, GBV prevention, and resilient public health systems. Day 3 offers curated cultural leadership experiences in Durban.
The 18th Annual Leadership Development for Women in Government & SOEs Conference will take place from 22–24 July 2026 at the Radisson Blu, Umhlanga Durban. This flagship event convenes senior leaders, executives, policymakers, and professionals from across government, state‑owned enterprises, and the private sector to advance inclusive leadership and institutional transformation.
Key themes include:
Strengthening leadership pipelines and succession planning for women in government and SOEs
Driving institutional reform through inclusive leadership and organisational transformation
Enhancing democratic governance through ethical and accountable leadership
Building resilient public health systems through adaptive leadership and governance
Embedding ethics and accountability within AI and data‑driven financial systems
Strengthening institutional responses to Gender‑Based Violence (GBV) through coordinated prevention and survivor‑centred systems
Advancing mental health and psychosocial well‑being as a core pillar of public service delivery
Confirmed keynote speakers include Deputy Ministers, MECs, Mayors, and senior executives from Nedbank, SALGA, SANRAL, King Shaka International Airport, and the Moses Kotane Institute, alongside leaders from provincial and national government departments.
Delegates will also enjoy a curated Day 3 Cultural Leadership Experience, with options such as a Durban Harbour Networking Cruise, a Luxury Catamaran Boat Cruise, or an immersive Zulu Cultural Tour with traditional lunch and performance — designed to foster reflection, networking, and cultural appreciation beyond the formal conference setting.
This conference is ideal for women in senior leadership roles, executives, directors, municipal managers, HR and governance professionals, finance and audit specialists, healthcare executives, and young professionals preparing for leadership positions in government and SOEs.
Date: 22 July 2026 to 24 July 2026Venue: Radisson Blu, Umhlanga Durban, Durban
Cost: STANDARD PACKAGE - R12 999.00 excl.VAT
Contact: Ryan Ramjattan
Company name: Intelligence Transfer Centre
Telephone number: +27 11 326 2501
Email address az.oc.crefsnartecnegilletni@nayr
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