CIO 2025 Day 2
09:00 remove 09:45
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Digital Transformation in Key Industries – Real-World Case Studies
Financial Services & Banking – Fintech, blockchain, and AI-powered fraud prevention. Retail & FMCG – E-commerce innovation, AI-driven personalization, and smart supply chains. Telecoms & Infrastructure – 5G deployment, AI-driven network management, and digital services. Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals – Digital health records, telemedicine, and AI diagnostics. Mining & Manufacturing – IoT, predictive maintenance, and Industry 4.0 transformation.
09:50 remove 10:35
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AI, Blockchain & Fintech – Disrupting the Financial Sector
AI-powered risk assessment, fraud detection, and credit scoring. Blockchain applications in payments, supply chain transparency, and banking security. The rise of crypto, digital currencies, and decentralized finance (DeFi) in Africa.
10:35 remove 11:00
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Coffee/ Tea Break
11:00 remove 11:45
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Smart Infrastructure & IoT – Connecting African Enterprises
Smart cities and e-government initiatives. IoT for manufacturing, logistics, and energy management. Overcoming connectivity challenges in rural and underdeveloped regions.
11:50 remove 12:35
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Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery – Resilience in an Uncertain World
IT risk management for banks, telecoms, and critical infrastructure. Disaster recovery planning in high-risk markets. Cyber resilience: How to recover from ransomware and data breaches.
12:40 remove 13:10
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Closing Keynote: Future-Proofing IT Leadership in Africa
The CIO’s evolving role in Africa’s digital economy. The future of cloud, AI, and automation in African enterprises. How CIOs can drive long-term innovation and economic growth.
13:10 remove 14:30
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