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Join The 5th State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Conference 2025!
Join industry leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders at the 5th SOE Conference 2025, where we will address the critical question: Reform or Privatisation? Discover innovative strategies, expert insights, and best practices to navigate the evolving landscape of South Africa’s state-owned enterprises.
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Dates: 6 - 7 Augudst 2025
Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
About The Conference
The SOE focuses on the training of public sector construction, facilities & infrastructure managers to provide insight into and enhance the effective use of the Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS) towards standardised work methods and improved workflow. The workshop specifically aims to provide a comprehensive introduction and overview to infrastructure planning and budget alignment with infrastructure delivery, covering the IDMS, best-practice methodologies, processes, procedures, and guidelines available in the IDM Toolkit. In addition, the training is designed to assist officials to understand and comply with the legislation governing the management of infrastructure assets. The training is further designed to assist officials to have key knowledge on IDMS Toolkit in order to enable them to train fellow employees in a “Train-the-Trainers” session.
The conference brings together key stakeholders—government leaders, business leaders, economists, and experts—to explore practical and innovative solutions for revitalising SOEs. Through collaborative dialogue, the conference seeks to:
- Identify Key Challenges: Understand the financial, operational, and governance issues facing SOEs like Eskom, Transnet, SAA, and others, and their impact on South Africa’s economy and society.
- Discuss Reform Strategies: Explore and propose actionable reforms that can improve the performance, sustainability, and accountability of SOEs, making them more efficient and aligned with the country’s long-term economic goals.
- Encourage Public-Private Partnerships: Foster partnerships between the government and private sector to drive innovation, improve management, and attract investment in SOEs, creating a more dynamic and competitive economy.
- Build Consensus for Action: Generate support for the comprehensive reform of SOEs across political, business, and civil society sectors, ensuring that the reforms are sustainable, impactful, and have broad-based buy-in.
Benefits of Attending
Attending the 5th SOE Conference 2025 offers a unique opportunity to gain expert insights, strategic guidance, and actionable solutions for the future of South Africa’s state-owned enterprises. Engage with top policymakers, industry leaders, and financial experts as they explore the best approaches to SOE reform and privatisation.
Connect with key stakeholders from government, business, and civil society.
Forge new relationships that could lead to collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors.
Hear directly from government officials, SOE leaders, and reform experts about plans for revitalisation and transformation.
Explore case studies and success stories of SOE turnaround strategies from abroad.
Engage with policymakers on critical issues such as governance, financial sustainability, and public-private partnerships.
Learn from local and international experts about best practices for SOE governance, performance, and financial management.
Whether you're a government official, business leader, or investor, this conference is your gateway to staying ahead, making informed decisions, and shaping the future of SOEs in South Africa.
Join Us LiveOur Event Schedule
The SOE Programme brings together professionals, thought leaders, and policymakers from across the public sector. This is an excellent opportunity to build meaningful relationships, exchange knowledge, and create collaborative opportunities that extend beyond the training event.
Day: 1
07:30 Registration and Networking
08:30 Opening remarks: Conference Chairperson
09:00 Session 1 – 60minutes
Key constraints to optimal performance of SOEs
10:00 Session 2 – 60minutes
Revitalising SOEs for Economic Growth: Strategic Reform Models and Best Practices
11:00 Tea Break
11:30 Session 3
Strengthening Board Effectiveness, Oversight, and Risk Management
12:30 Session 4 – 60minutes
SOE Debt Management and Fiscal Responsibility: Tackling Financial Sustainability for Long-Term Success
13:30 Lunch Break
14:30 Session 5
Lessons from Best-Performing SOEs Globally
15:30 Closing Remarks
Day:2
07:30 Registration and Networking
08:30 Opening remarks: Conference Chairperson
09:00 Session 1 – 60minutes
Strengthening the Legal and Regulatory Framework for SOEs: Ensuring Effective Oversight and Compliance
10:00 Session 2 – 60minutes
Managing Crisis in SOEs: Lessons from South Africa and Beyond
11:00 Tea Break
11:30 Session 3
Maximising Budget Utilisation: How SOEs and Local Governments Can Drive Efficiency
12:30 Session 4 – 60minutes
Building Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Maximising Synergies Between Government and Business for SOE Success
13:30 Lunch Break
14:30 Session 5
Panel Discussion
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Don't miss your chance to be part of the 5th SOE Conference 2025, where the future of South Africa’s state-owned enterprises will be shaped! Secure your spot today and join key industry leaders, policymakers, and experts as they tackle the critical debate: Reform or Privatise? Gain exclusive insights, network with decision-makers, and unlock strategies to navigate the evolving SOE landscape. Seats are limited, and early-bird discounts are available—register now to ensure you don’t miss out on this game-changing event!
