Redefining security in the face of AI-driven attacks, fragile supply chains and a global skills gap
The must-attend gathering for every IT, security and business decision-maker
Today’s businesses are under relentless pressure from an expanding and increasingly sophisticated cyber threat landscape. AI-driven attacks are accelerating at an alarming pace, with threat actors weaponising AI to launch hyper-personalised phishing campaigns, create convincing deepfakes and automate large-scale intrusions. Meanwhile, persistent supply chain weaknesses continue to expose organisations through trusted third-party software, hardware and service providers. Compounding this is a critical global cyber security skills shortage, leaving many organisations under-equipped to detect, respond to and recover from attacks. At the same time, a new wave of emerging risks is reshaping the security agenda. Quantum computing threatens to render today’s encryption obsolete. Critical infrastructure - from undersea cables to national power grids - is increasingly in the crosshairs. Identity fraud is evolving rapidly, fuelled by biometric exploitation and AI-generated impersonation. The result is a threat environment that is not only more dangerous, but fundamentally more complex.
At the ITWeb Security Summit, we will confront these realities head-on. International and local industry experts will dissect the latest attack techniques, explore how threat actors are evolving and share proven strategies organisations are using to safeguard their digital assets, infrastructure and reputations in an era of unprecedented cyber risk.
In addition, the Summit provides an exceptional opportunity to meet with leading security technology providers and learn about the latest solutions to mitigate cyber security risks in the face of a constantly shifting threat environment.
ITWeb Security Summit 2026 will bring together over 60 leading international, African and local speakers, which will ensure that the Summit – THE annual cyber security event – continues to build on its legacy as the must-attend gathering for every IT, security and business decision-maker who is serious about promoting excellence in cyber security to the benefit of their company and the security community as a whole.
If you want to be a part of the premier content and networking platform for CISOs, CIOs and security, risk and privacy professionals in South Africa, then you cannot afford to miss this event! Register now and take advantage of our early bird rates.
Keynote speakers
Allie Mellen
Principal analyst, Forrester
Allie is a Forrester analyst covering security operations, nation-state threats and the use of automation, machine learning and AI in security tools.
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Why should you attend this event?
60+ local and international speakers who will share their real-world, practical experiences with you
Nine tracks over two days exploring different themes from operational to governance to people and strategy
The most cutting-edge content covering the latest strategies, techniques and solutions to protect your data and network architecture, upskill your cyber security team, educate your board and senior ex-ecutives and ensure that you are compliant with the latest legislation
An exclusive programme for CISOs
Access to 30+ leading security solution providers
Product demonstrations featuring the latest cyber security tools and technologies
Extended opportunities for networking with your peers
Practical tips and advice that you can implement immediately once the event has finished
Sponsorship opportunities
ITWeb Security Summit 2026 is the South African event of choice in the cyber security industry and will once again provide extended networking opportunities, high-quality content from leading international and local speakers and the opportunity to meet cyber security professionals from a wide variety of industries.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to showcase your security solutions to our decision-maker audience at ITWeb Security Summit! Position your brand as a serious player in the cyber security space and take ad-vantage of the marketing opportunities available.
Contact Debbie Visser, debbiev@itweb.co.za, for comprehensive details on all promotional opportunities available so that you can choose one that will suit your marketing objectives and budget.
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