The 18th Annual Leadership Development for Women in Government & State-Owned Enterprises Conference is South Africa’s premier leadership platform dedicated to empowering women across the public sector. Designed for current and aspiring women leaders, this conference brings together senior government officials, executives from State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), policymakers, governance specialists, and industry experts to explore innovative leadership strategies that strengthen institutions, improve public service delivery, and accelerate the advancement of women into executive leadership positions.
Over three engaging days, delegates will gain practical insights into ethical leadership, institutional reform, governance and accountability, financial management, strategic communication, infrastructure development, public sector innovation, organisational transformation, and leadership succession planning. The programme also addresses emerging challenges such as digital transformation, AI-driven governance, public trust, workforce resilience, and collaborative leadership across government, municipalities, SOEs, and the private sector.
Led by distinguished Deputy Ministers, MECs, Executive Mayors, Heads of Department, Chief Directors, Chief Executives, and other respected public sector leaders, the conference offers a unique opportunity to learn from real-world experiences, benchmark best practices, and engage in meaningful discussions on building inclusive, ethical, and high-performing institutions. Delegates will also benefit from valuable networking opportunities with influential decision-makers and leadership peers from across South Africa.
To conclude the conference, delegates will participate in a unique Day 3 Cultural Leadership Experience in Durban. This immersive programme extends leadership development beyond the conference room through a choice of a Luxury Durban Harbour Leadership Networking Cruise or a Zulu Cultural Tour with Lunch Experience, creating an inspiring environment for reflection, collaboration, cultural appreciation, and relationship building. This distinctive experience reinforces the importance of authentic leadership, meaningful connections, and sustainable regional development while leaving delegates with lasting professional networks and memorable shared experiences.
Whether you are leading policy development, driving organisational transformation, managing corporate services, strengthening governance, or preparing for the next stage of your leadership journey, this conference will equip you with practical knowledge, strategic insights, and valuable connections to lead with confidence, integrity, and lasting impact in South Africa’s evolving public sector.
