With just two weeks remaining until the 5th Edition of HR World Summit South Africa 2026, leading HR and business professionals from across South Africa are preparing to gather in Johannesburg on 16 September 2026 to discuss the workforce priorities shaping the future of organisations.
Organised by Exito Media Concepts, the summit will take place at Focus Rooms – Universe, Johannesburg, bringing together more than 200 CHROs, HR Directors, People & Culture Leaders, Talent Acquisition Heads, Learning & Development Executives, Employee Experience Specialists, business leaders, and solution providers for a day of strategic discussions, knowledge exchange, and executive networking.
As organisations continue to navigate rapid technological change, evolving employee expectations, skills shortages, and shifting business priorities, HR is increasingly moving beyond its traditional role to become a key driver of organisational transformation. The summit will provide a platform for senior HR leaders to explore how people strategies can support business resilience, innovation, and long-term growth.
AI, Skills and Employee Experience Take Centre Stage
Artificial intelligence, automation, digital transformation, and data-driven decision-making are rapidly changing the workplace. At the same time, organisations are facing increasing pressure to attract and retain talent, strengthen employee engagement, develop future-ready skills, and create workplaces where employees can perform and grow.
HR World Summit South Africa 2026 will bring these issues into focus through keynote presentations, panel discussions, fireside conversations, interactive sessions, and real-world industry perspectives.
Key discussions at the summit will include:
- The evolving role of HR in driving organisational transformation
- Exploring the impact of Artificial Intelligence on HR and workforce planning
- Building future-ready skills for an increasingly digital workplace
- Strategies for attracting, retaining, and developing top talent
- Strengthening employee wellbeing and workforce engagement
- Creating cultures of continuous learning and development
- Navigating leadership, organisational change, and evolving employee expectations
- Building inclusive workplaces that encourage innovation and performance
- Leveraging HR technology to improve workforce strategy and employee experience
The discussions are designed to provide HR professionals with practical insights, industry perspectives, and actionable approaches that can be applied to today’s workforce challenges.
Insights from Leading HR Decision-Makers
The summit will feature senior HR and business leaders from some of South Africa’s leading organisations, offering delegates an opportunity to learn directly from executives who are navigating workforce transformation within their organisations.
The speaker lineup includes:
- Tebogo Maenetja – Chief Human Resources Officer, MTN
- Michele Seroke – Chief Human Resources Officer, Mediclinic
- Nomsa Lewisa – CIO Group Human Technology, FirstRand
- Mikateko Nkuna – Managing Executive: Talent & Culture, Vodacom
- Lerato Thelejane – Executive: People Change Readiness and Enablement, Absa Group
Through their experiences and perspectives, speakers will share insights into leadership, people strategy, organisational culture, talent management, change readiness, and preparing workforces for the future.
A Strategic Meeting Point for South Africa’s HR Community
Beyond the conference sessions, HR World Summit South Africa 2026 will provide opportunities for senior HR professionals to connect with peers, exchange experiences, explore emerging workforce practices, and engage with organisations providing HR and workplace solutions.
The summit is designed to encourage meaningful conversations around the challenges facing today’s organisations while creating opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing among South Africa’s HR community.
With the event now only two weeks away, the summit is set to bring together HR decision-makers for a focused day of conversations around people, technology, leadership, skills, culture, and the future of work.
Event Details
Event: 5th Edition of HR World Summit South Africa 2026
Date: 16 September 2026
Time: 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Venue: Focus Rooms- Universe, Johannesburg, South Africa
Website: https://exito-e.com/hrworldsummit/south-africa/
