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Tuesday, 29 September 2026

Speech by French & South African dignitaries

2027: South Africa at the centre of a globalised economy

Governance, Transparency & the Rule of Law: The New Foundation of an Attractive Economy

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Protecting People, Business & Goods

South Africa as a Regional Investment Hub: Opportunities Ahead of the WEF 2027 Spring Meeting

Innovation Contest

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Finance & Investment: Raising capital between Paris & Johannesburg

Industry & Economic Sovereignty: Towards an Optimised, Automated & Frictionless Industry

The Future of Service Delivery: Digitalisation for the Common Good

Water, Sanitation & Waste

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Creating an Enabling Environment for Investment in South Africa

Decarbonising at the Right Cost: Balancing Environmental Ambition & Economic Viability

Future‑Ready Corridors: Ports, Rail & Intelligent Supply Chains

Upskilling South African Youth: How to Ensure Job Readiness in Technical Fields

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Innovation Contest Prize Giving

Conclusion

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Tuesday, 29 September 2026

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