More about the Host/Panelists 

Mr Kganki Matabane: CEO of the Black Business Council (BBC) 

Kganki is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the Black Business Council, an umbrella body of black business in South Africa. He is a highly experienced and seasoned business executive with over 27 years of operational and strategy execution experience, including doing business in more than 10 countries in the African continent. His expertise covers the telecommunications, policy, power utilities, rail logistics, motor retail, Bus Rapid Transport, policy, advocacy, and mining sectors.

Punki Modise: Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer, Absa Group 

Punki is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in banking and finance. She is a member of the Absa Group Executive Committee and serves on several key governance structures, contributing strategic insights to guide the Group through a complex and evolving financial landscape. Her expertise span across business strategy formulation, financial oversight, and driving organizational transformation.

Talifhani Banks: Businessman & Group CEO of AnalyticsX

Talifhani's expertise lies in seamlessly bridging the intricate realms of data engineering, data science, and informed business decision-making.

His love for the African continent and innovative approach has propelled AnalyticsX, Analytic Advertising and Spaza Eats to the forefront of the industry, establishing them as a beacon for those seeking unparalleled solutions in the dynamic world of data.