27 Feb Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026 Set for March in Johannesburg

South Africa 2026 will take place on 12 March at the Indaba Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre, bringing together senior technology leaders as organisations across the country accelerate digital transformation.

Hosted by Exito Media Concepts, the high-level summit is expected to convene more than 200 C-level executives, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), cybersecurity leaders and technology decision-makers. The event comes at a time when cybersecurity has become a strategic priority for both enterprises and government institutions navigating an increasingly complex threat landscape.

The summit agenda will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions and real-world case studies focused on practical approaches to strengthening cyber resilience. Topics will include AI-powered threat detection, cloud and identity security, zero-trust frameworks, threat intelligence, security automation and regulatory compliance.

Delegates will also examine strategies to enhance operational resilience, protect business continuity and respond effectively to evolving cyber risks.

A key theme of the 2026 edition will be the alignment of cybersecurity with broader business objectives. Organisers say discussions will encourage leadership teams to adopt risk-aware decision-making models that support sustainable digital growth, rather than treating security as a purely technical function.

The programme will also highlight the importance of upskilling cybersecurity professionals, fostering collaboration between public and private sectors and embedding security considerations into innovation initiatives from the outset.

The event is supported by the ISC2 Gauteng Chapter and the Cloud Security Alliance, reinforcing its focus on professional development and knowledge-sharing within South Africa’s cybersecurity community.

Organisers say the summit aims to equip organisations with the tools, partnerships and strategic insights required to secure the country’s digital future with confidence and resilience.