A TOP MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS BRAND
1 Annual Awards Evening
2 Day Conference
1 Annual Publication
Date
17 -18 June 2026
Venue
Sandton Convention Centre
Attendees
Business professionals in transformation, CSR/CSI, procurement, and supply chain development, black-owned business owners and managers
Speakers
Industry and Topic experts & Thought Leaders Driving Transformation
Lux Leisure Apartment Hotel
Sandton, Johannesburg
A premium apartment hotel offering a refined blend of comfort, privacy, and modern city living in the heart of Sandton
One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel
Rosebank, Johannesburg
A premier accommodation destination for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and modern city living in the vibrant suburb of Rosebank.
Ellipse Executive Apartments
Waterfall City, Midrand
Experience elevated living where modern convenience meets sophisticated luxury right next to the iconic Mall of Africa.
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Our Leading Sponsors & Partners
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Speakers
Kaizer Moyane
CEO, Association for Savings & Investment South Africa (ASISA)
Nasreen Hisham
Chief Operating Officer, Prescient Investment Management
Stanley Grau
Deputy Chairperson, Association of B-BBEE Professionals & Managing Director, MSCT BEE Services
Ravi Naidoo
CEO, Youth Employment Service
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What to expect
2 days
High-impact, transformational hybrid conference.
Sessions
Focussed, inspiring conversations amongst industry leaders.
Exhibitions
Showcasing industry-leading innovation & technology.
Live Q&A Sessions
Gain insights from Top thought leaders in South Africa.
Fast-Track Networking
Network and grow your business with the best in the industry.
Engage with
Our Network
Awards
Celebrating today’s leaders and inspiring tomorrow’s
Publication
Share your success stories in accelerating transformation and empowerment with leaders of industry.
Virtual Conference
Book your seat to the undisputed, leading empowerment conference and knowledge-sharing platform in South Africa.
Partner
Showcase your brand amongst the leading empowered companies in South Africa.
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Empowered Businesses
Empowering Africa
“Top Empowerment assists both local and overseas companies in choosing areas for profitable investment. I have no hesitation in supporting its aims and believe that this directory will become a key reference work for South African business and industry in the future.”
– Nelson Mandela, message in our first edition
Our Story
Established over 2 decades years ago at the request of Cyril Ramaphosa, Impumelelo was the first directory of top black-owned and -managed companies in South Africa. Since then, the Top Empowerment brand has grown into one of the country’s most well-respected transformation platforms. Recognising the major advancements made by the commitment to boosting black businesses and business people, Top Empowerment promotes these captains of industry – from page to stage and conference.
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Strategic & Media Partners
