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Sponsors
Event Sponsor, CIO of the year & Top Tech Innovator award sponsor
About Telkom
Telkom SA SOC Ltd is a leading information and communications technology services provider in South Africa. Our mission is to seamlessly connect people to a better life. We carry this through in all our brands, whether at the consumer, business, or wholesale level.
Telkom consists of the following business units: BCX, an end-to-end digital solutions provider; connectivity and wholesale division Openserve; Telkom Consumer and Small Business and property company Gyro.
Telkom consists of the following business units: BCX, an end-to-end digital solutions provider; connectivity and wholesale division Openserve; Telkom Consumer and Small Business and property company Gyro.
CISO of the Year & Rising Star – Cloud award sponsor
About Business Connexion
At BCX, we pride ourselves on being one of the leading South African end-to-end digital partners for corporates and enterprises across the African continent, within the Private and Public Sector. As a wholly owned subsidiary of the Telkom Group, we aim to become the number 1 digital partner of choice for clients within our chosen markets. BCX drives business results by helping our clients place their customer at the heart of their organisations. Enabled by our technological capabilities such as converged communications, cloud services, industry solutions, cyber security and digital edge, BCX will innovate solutions to deliver exceptional value through better experiences along the value chain. To do this we combine local market understanding and deep industry expertise with some of the world’s most advanced Information and Communication Technology, together with a tireless commitment to make your unique digital journey as seamless as possible.
Rising Star - Emerging Tech award sponsor
About ABSA
At Absa we are proudly pan-African, and treasure our diversity, which we leverage in the service of others. We believe everyone should have access to the transformative power of financial services, to help them plan, dream, and aspire to change their lives - because everyone’s story matters. We believe in possibilities, in the actions of people who always find a way to get things done. We believe in creating seamless customer experiences to make their possibilities real and in supporting them every step of the way, delivering innovative technologies and propositions to make more possible.
We believe that brick by brick we will enable and empower our colleagues, customers and communities across Africa. This is how we bring our purpose - Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together… one story at a time – to life.
We believe that brick by brick we will enable and empower our colleagues, customers and communities across Africa. This is how we bring our purpose - Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together… one story at a time – to life.
Trailblazing Career in ICT award sponsor
About Liquid Telecom
Liquid Intelligent Technologies is a pan-African technology group present in more than 20 countries, mainly in sub-Saharan Africa. Liquid has firmly established itself as the leading provider of pan-African digital infrastructure with an extensive network covering over 100,000 km. Liquid Intelligent Technologies is redefining network, Cloud and Cyber Security offerings through strategic partnerships with leading global players, innovative business applications, smart cloud services and world-class security on the African continent. Liquid Intelligent Technologies is now a comprehensive, one-stop technology group that provides customised digital solutions to public and private sector companies across the continent under several business units including Liquid Networks, Liquid Cloud and Cyber Security and Africa Data Centres.
Tech Entrepreneur award sponsor
About Vaxowave
Vaxowave is a service-oriented digital technology company specializing in multi-cloud solutions, technology transformations, and consulting services, which enables us to lead companies into the technological future. We are proud to be a unique company with a new perspective on solving age-old problems. Our commitment to investing in our people and ecosystem, and giving back as we grow, is at the heart of our operations. Our unique delivery model fosters investment in emerging small businesses, creating symbiotic relationships that ensure sustainability for ourselves, our clients, and our partners.
Mentor of the year award sponsor
About MTN Business
MTN Business, the preferred ICT partner for African businesses, drives digital transformation. Our solutions span Managed Networks, Cloud, IoT, and Security. With an extensive footprint across Africa, we empower geographic expansion. #BusinessDoneBetter
Tech Business Leader award sponsor
About MTN Business
MTN Business, the preferred ICT partner for African businesses, drives digital transformation. Our solutions span Managed Networks, Cloud, IoT, and Security. With an extensive footprint across Africa, we empower geographic expansion. #BusinessDoneBetter
IT Business Development Executive award sponsor
About Cisco
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all. Discover more on The Newsroom and follow us on X at @Cisco.
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Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. A listing of Cisco’s trademarks can be found at http://www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word ‘partner’ does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company.
Rising Star – Security award sponsor
About Vodacom Business
Vodacom Business provides digital transformation solutions including, connectivity, data storage, IoT, cybersecurity, and customer experience improvement. Clients include major banks, mining organisations, retailers, and public sector organisations.
Top Tech Student Award Sponsor
About Openserve
Openserve is a subsidiary of the Telkom Group, South Africa’s largest open-access network provider, delivering reliable, high-quality connectivity solutions to businesses and individuals. Through robust infrastructure and a commitment to innovation, Openserve enables digital transformation across the nation.