3rd Africa Directors Summit 2024

The 3rd edition of the Africa Directors Summit will equip executives, board members, directors and governance professionals with the knowledge required to help them excel as stewards who can promote long-term and sustainable value creation for their respective organisations.

Drawing on thought leadership from world-renowned experts and leading practicing directors from across Africa and beyond, the event integrates academic research with a deep understanding of the emerging issues that boardrooms face today.

The event will also feature panel discussions devoted to emerging issues in the field of corporate governance, which include sustainability and ethics, as well as strategies to address today’s corporate risks; shareholder activism, the disruptive impact of technology and cyber risk; and corporate social responsibility.

Delegates will get an opportunity to interact with fellow peers in the governance space; and to learn from insights provided by top governance experts with world-class experience in corporate governance.

Held annually, the event is a must-attend for current and aspiring governance professionals and chief executives, as it gives everyone a chance to gain valuable insight from fellow professionals while also having the opportunity to share their own best practices.

Whether you are a seasoned director looking to stay current and maintain board directorship certification; or you are new to the boardroom, you will emerge from this summit with new insights and the sharpened skill set needed to serve effectively.

Objectives

• Network with governance peers from across the continent
• Learn key risk management strategies to serve your board and organisation
• Gain new skills and practical solutions for boards and organisations
• Understand new developments in executive compensation
• Regaining trust: Anti-Fraud and compliance in governance

Areas of discussion

• Effective Induction and on boarding of directors in the new paradigm
• Financial Stewardship and Governance Oversight Issues/ IFRS
• Using Blockchain Technology to improve Governance and develop Modern Organisations
• Director misconduct and disciplinary action
• Elevating Corporate Performance through ESG Redefining the Role of the Board
• Understanding business risks and mitigating from cyber threats and privacy breaches
• Board Evaluation and Assessment
• Lessons learnt from governance failures
• Strategic Leadership and the Board
• Shareholders, Stakeholders, and the Board
• Improving Board Effectiveness