The African Strategic Solutions Conference (ASSCo) is set to take place today and tomorrow at a local hotel under the theme, ‘Relevance of Human Capital in a Transforming Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Era’.
This follows the successful inaugural event, held in Gaborone, Botswana, in 2022.
Organisers said it is not just the exchange of innovative ideas; “it is the opportunity to immerse key role-players in their respective industries in the rich tapestry of Namibian culture, which invites all to join this two-day session, filled with experts in the industry”.
Thabo Andile Mhlanga, founder of ASSCo and conference lead manager, emphasised the significance of this event, saying: “What truly sets Namibia apart is its people and the vibrant tapestry of cultures they represent. The country is home to various ethnic groups, each with its unique traditions and contributions to the nation’s rich cultural mosaic.
“We have been humbled by the warm welcome we have received from the people of Namibia and the opportunity to learn about their customs, languages and heritage. Through understanding our cultural diversities and similarities, it makes it easier to navigate discussions around AI to customise our learnings from our various countries, and rope in similar methods of experiences, challenges and opportunities alike.”
The second annual conference in Namibia aims to position African professionals as leaders in researching, developing and implementing cutting-edge strategies, aligned with current trends and tailored to address the challenges faced by CPM departments across Africa.
By bringing together the brightest minds in African CPM, this event aims to brainstorm solutions and establish global-standard strategies for the market space.
Poiyah Media founder Ilke Platt expressed the importance of their strategic collaboration with ASSCo.
“We look forward to celebrating the wonders of Namibia, and the success of ASSCo 2023. Together, we will explore new horizons, foster meaningful connections and work towards solutions that benefit not only Africa, but the world at large.
“Through the endorsement of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT), we look forward to Honourable Dr Peya Mushelenga’s keynote remarks to place our conference in perspective and where our discussions fit in the bigger picture. We are honoured to have our Namibian panellists and speakers, availing their expertise at this given platform,” she noted.
Endorsed speakers include Shoki Kandjimi, a communications and public relations practitioner from the MICT, Nashilongo Gervasius, a public interest technologist and lecturer at the Namibia University of Science and Technology with over 15 years’ experience in ICT public policy, Dr Esperance Luvindao, Dr Stanley Shanapinda, Dr Taime Sylvester, Dr Nelson Makemba, Lisa Matamola, Marfio Fortunato (FNB) Demetri Matsi (HR specialist DM Interim), Selma Kaulinge (Nedbank), Tebogo Sebego (BotswanaPost), and many others, who will engage in talks around AI and the digital era.
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