Daily Maverick at LeaderEx Career Summit

Are You Ready to Shape Africa’s Future?

If you care deeply about Africa’s future, as a student, executive, or entrepreneur, you know the world is changing fast.

AI, digital transformation, and shifting economies are rewriting the rules of work, leadership, and opportunity. The real question is:

Are we preparing leaders who can rise to the challenge?

That’s exactly what Daily Maverick will unpack at the LeaderEx Career Summit 2025.

- Panel 1: Rethinking Business Education for Africa’s Future

Hosted by Neesa Moodley, Editor of Business Maverick

Featuring:
- Samuel Njenga – Chief Strategist, Systems Thinking Africa
- Dr. Shahiem Patel – Academic Dean, Regent Business School
- Leoni Grobler – Director: Executive Education, Wits Business School

- Panel 2: Careers and Qualifications of the Future (Presented by PPS)

Moderated by Quinton Douman, Chief Learning Officer, PPS:

Featuring:
- Prof Jefferson Yu-Jen Chen – Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS)
- Louis-Neil Korsten – CEO & Founder, Spock
- Masenyane Molefe – Group HR Executive, PPS

Why You Should Be There

Access to big questions: What skills will tomorrow’s leaders need in an AI-driven world?

The right network: Connect with academics, corporate leaders, and thinkers shaping Africa’s future.

Actionable insights: Leave with ideas you can apply in your classroom, boardroom, or strategy.

This isn’t a lecture, it’s your front-row seat to the ideas and networks that will define Africa’s
tomorrow.

Includes entry to both Daily Maverick panels and full-day access to the LeaderEx Career Summit