Municipal Indaba 2026
ABOUT THE GATHERING
Shaping smarter, more inclusive municipalities
The Municipal Indaba 2026, hosted by Konecta, convenes leaders across local government, public and private sectors, civil society, and development partners to reimagine governance through digital transformation and artificial intelligence.
Discover how innovation unlocks smarter infrastructure, resilient services, and citizen-centric delivery built on trust and inclusion.
Delegates
60+
Municipalities
5+
Workshops & Showcases
10+
Speakers & Panelists
15+
KEY TOPICS
Designed for bold municipal leaders
High-impact sessions & Workshops
AI for Governance
Predictive analytics, automation, and enhanced service delivery
Smart Infrastructure
IoT, connected utilities, and resilient public Wi-Fi that enable thriving communities.
Cybersecurity & Digital Trust
Risk management, data protection, and secure infrastructure you can depend on.
Cloud Migration & Municipal Data Strategies
Modern data strategies and cloud adoption tailored to municipal realities.
Citizen-Centric Digital Platforms
Digital experiences that improve access, engagement, and everyday services.
Digital Inclusion & Skills Development
Building local capacity and future-ready teams to sustain transformation.
PROGRAMME
Two days of insight and action
Keynotes · Panels · Workshops
Day 1 · Keynotes
Vision, ethics, and resilient governance
Thought leadership on innovation, sustainability, ethical leadership, and digital trust.
- Keynote addresses and high-level panel discussions
- Focus on AI, IoT, and sustainable digital solutions
- Insights from government leaders, digital innovators, and municipal executives
- Strategies for improving service delivery and governance efficiency
Day 2 · Workshops
Interactive workshop sessions
Interactive workshops, technology demonstrations, and real-world municipal success stories.
- Real-world case studies on smarter service delivery
- Hands-on engagement with digital tools
- Direct interaction with solution providers driving innovation and sustainability
FEATURED VOICES
Global practitioners and local innovators
Full lineup announced soon
Monde Sikiti
Sentech
Miyelani Holeni
Ntinyiso Consulting
Yandisa Sokhanyile
Konecta
Mojabeng Monthatha
Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)