“Shaping Africa’s Narrative Together”
Pretoria, South Africa – 24 September 2025
Hybrid gathering • 250 in-person • 1,000 online • RSVP required
Programme of Events
Get ready for an inspiring day of thought leadership, collaboration, and celebration. The programme begins with a warm welcome, an introductory keynote, and focused caucus introductions, leading into five concurrent plenary sessions across law, finance, management, science, and marketing. Insightful discussions continue with a dedicated Q&A and a strategic “Way Forward” session.
As the sun sets, the evening transforms into a prestigious Gala Dinner, complete with a red-carpet experience, the unveiling of LoP’s Strategy 2030, live entertainment, and the induction of distinguished leader(s) into the LoP Hall of Fame. The night concludes with fine dining, networking, and world-class entertainment—a fitting celebration of professionals shaping Africa’s future together.
Symposium Programme (13:30–17:30)
| Time | Activity | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 13:30–14:00 | Registration | 30 min |
| 14:00–14:10 | Welcome Address | 10 min |
| 14:10–14:30 | Introductory Video & Keynote | 20 min |
| 14:30–14:45 | Caucuses Introduction | 15 min |
| 5 Plenary Sessions (Lawyers, Finance, Management, Science & Marketing) | ||
| 15:00–16:30 | Concurrent Plenary Sessions | 90 min |
| 16:45–17:15 | Q&A with Caucus Speakers | 30 min |
| 17:15–17:30 | Way Forward | 15 min |
Gala Dinner (17:30–23:00)
| Time | Activity | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 17:30–18:00 | Red Carpet | 30 min |
| 18:00–18:20 | LoP Strategy 2030 Presentation | 20 min |
| 18:20–18:50 | Starters & Entertainment | 30 min |
| 18:50–19:20 | Keynote Address (LoP Hall of Fame Induction) | 30 min |
| 19:20–19:45 | Dinner | 25 min |
| 19:45–20:00 | Vote of Thanks | 15 min |
| 20:00–23:00 | Networking & Entertainment | 3 hours |