About the Conference

South Africa’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs) have the potential to drive economic growth and development. However, reform is urgently needed. Over the past decade, many SOEs have faced significant operational and financial challenges, including mismanagement, inefficiencies, and governance issues. The result has been a drain on public resources, with billions spent on bailouts without corresponding improvements in performance.

The path forward requires a clear and decisive approach, focusing on both financial sustainability and operational performance. The Government of National Unity (GNU) represents an opportunity to accelerate these reforms, moving beyond past challenges and creating a future where SOEs are effective, accountable, and contribute meaningfully to economic growth and job creation. With the right vision and leadership, our SOEs can be transformed into vital instruments for national development, helping to build a brighter future for all South Africans.

The conference brings together key stakeholders—government leaders, business leaders, economists, and experts—to explore practical and innovative solutions for revitalising SOEs. Through collaborative dialogue, the conference seeks to:

  1. Identify Key Challenges: Understand the financial, operational, and governance issues facing SOEs like Eskom, Transnet, SAA, and others, and their impact on South Africa’s economy and society.
  2. Discuss Reform Strategies: Explore and propose actionable reforms that can improve the performance, sustainability, and accountability of SOEs, making them more efficient and aligned with the country’s long-term economic goals.
  3. Encourage Public-Private Partnerships: Foster partnerships between the government and private sector to drive innovation, improve management, and attract investment in SOEs, creating a more dynamic and competitive economy.
  4. Build Consensus for Action: Generate support for the comprehensive reform of SOEs across political, business, and civil society sectors, ensuring that the reforms are sustainable, impactful, and have broad-based buy-in.

Benefits of Attending

Connect with key stakeholders from government, business, and civil society.

Forge new relationships that could lead to collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors.

Hear directly from government officials, SOE leaders, and reform experts about plans for revitalisation and transformation.

Explore case studies and success stories of SOE turnaround strategies from abroad.

Engage with policymakers on critical issues such as governance, financial sustainability, and public-private partnerships.

Learn from local and international experts about best practices for SOE governance, performance, and financial management.

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Conference Chairperson

Hlengiwe Zondo-Kabini
Partner | Fasken

Speakers

SOE 25 (3)

Hon. Deidré Baartman

MEC | Western Cape Department: Provincial Treasury

Dr Tidiane Kinda

Senior Resident Representative South Africa | International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Smita Kuriakose

Lead Economist | The World Bank

Rosina Lebotsa

Director: Transversal Risk Management | Gauteng Provincial Treasury

Tshamano Netshivhazwaulu

Director: Compliance | Gauteng Provincial Treasury

Ms Bongani Maserumule

Company Secretary | Public Investment Corporation SOC Ltd

Sentebale Makara

Director: Dispute Resolution | CDH

Gasant Orrie

Partner | Bowmans Attorneys

Patrick Lonwabo Kulati

CEO | Good Governance Africa

Adila Aboo

Former Director of Provincial Treasury

Kemantha Govender

Communications Manager Wits School of Governance

Alex Mabunda

Group CEO Ntiyiso Consulting Group

Prof. Isaac Khambule

Professor University of Johannesburg

Dr Minah Tong-Mongalo

CEO | Tong-Mongalo Corporate Services

Ms Karishma Govender

General Counsel | National Empowerment Fund (NEF)

Sello Malatsi

Acting Chief Executive Officer | SAIGA

Matthew le Cordeur

Research Manager: Just energy transition | Krutham

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6 - 7 November 2025

CTICC, Cape Town, South Africa

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2-Day Pass • Ex VAT

Cost per person

R 12,990  

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NB: Price is in South African Rand. Price displayed exclude VAT.

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