Programme

THE SAPOA CONVENTION GOLF 

Gary Player Golf Course, Sun City

THE SAPOA GOLF PRIZE-GIVING DINNER

Gary Player Golf Course, Sun City

OPENING OF THE CONVENTION

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

WELCOME

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
Richard Quest, Internationally acclaimed journalist, CNN International anchor, and business editor

ADDRESS BY SAPOA PRESIDENT

Itumeleng Mothibeli, Managing Director: Southern Africa – Vukile Property Fund Limited

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

SCENE SETTER
Prof. Adrian Saville, Economic, Finance & Strategy, Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS)

60TH CONGRATULATION MESSAGES

SA ECONOMICS – THE PAST, THE PRESENT & BEYOND

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

PANEL
Annabel Bishop, Chief Economist, Investec

Dawie Roodt, Founder, Director & Chief Economist of the Efficient Group

Duma Gqubule, Research Associate – Social Policy Initiative

Prof. Adrian Saville, Economic, Finance & Strategy, Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS)

MODERATOR
Richard Quest, internationally acclaimed journalist, CNN International Anchor & Business editor

Networking Lunch

Warriors Hall, Sun City

Prize Giveaway
(Apple Beats Solo 4 Wireless On-Ear Headphones)

60TH CONGRATULATION MESSAGES

TRANSFORMING THE PROPERTY LANDSCAPE: EMERGING SECTORS DRIVING GROWTH

As South Africa’s property landscape evolves, investors and owners are increasingly looking beyond traditional office, retail and industrial assets to identify new sources of growth and long-term value. Specialist sectors such as healthcare, senior/life rights/retirement, hotels and leisure, and datacentres/cell towers and fibre are emerging as critical components of the built environment, driven by changing demographics, social needs and shifting investment priorities.

This panel will explore the opportunities, challenges and investment potential within these rapidly growing sectors, examining how they are reshaping the property market while addressing some of South Africa’s most pressing societal needs.

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

SCENE SETTER
George Muchanya, Head: Growthpoint Investment Partners, Growthpoint Properties

PANEL
George Muchanya, Head: Growthpoint Investment Partners, Growthpoint Properties

Nomzamo Radebe, Chief Operating Officer, Sun International

Emeritus Associate Professor Francois Viruly, Director, FRICS & Emeritus Prof, University of Cape Town

Heath Anderson, Data Centre Consultant, DCDesign. Africa

MODERATOR
Nozipho Tshabalala, CEO, Conversation Strategists

Showcasing of the SAPOA Property Awards for Innovative Excellence

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

Networking Tea/Coffee

Warriors Hall, Sun City

Apple Prize Giveaway
(Apple Beats Powerbeats Fit – Wireless Noise-Cancelling Workout Earbuds with Ultimate Secure Fit)

60TH CONGRATULATION MESSAGES

DRIVERS OF THE INDUSTRY

A high-level fireside chat featuring leaders shaping the real estate industry, exploring emerging trends, key challenges, and the opportunities set to define the sector’s future.

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

PANEL

Ms Yuehan Wang, Global Research Director, Real Estate Technologies JLL

Norbert Sasse, Group CEO, Growthpoint Properties

Kjersten Jaeb, Chair & Chief Elected Officer, Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA) International

Omar Khan, Chief Investment Officer, Vukile Property Fund

MODERATOR
Richard Quest, Internationally acclaimed journalist, CNN International anchor, and business editor

WRAP OF DAY TWO

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

Richard Quest, internationally acclaimed journalist, CNN International Anchor & Business editor

WELCOMING NETWORKING FUNCTION

Warriors Hall, Sun City

WELCOMING NETWORKING PARTY

Valley of the Waves, Sun City

THE SAPOA’S WOMEN’S BREAKFAST:

SIP, STYLE & SHINE: Unlocking Your Personal Image

A champagne breakfast experience exploring
colour, confidence and the art of presenting your
best self.

Networking Tea/Coffee

Warriors Hall, Sun City

SETTING THE SCENE FOR THE DAY

Prize Giveaway
(Apple iPad 11-inch Wi-Fi + Cellular 256GB | A16 Chip)

Richard Quest, Internationally acclaimed journalist, CNN International anchor, and business editor

60TH CONGRATULATION MESSAGES

KEYNOTE ADDRESS (Q&A)

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

THE IMPACT OF INFRASTRUCTURE ON CITIES AND TOWNS

This session will explore the critical role that infrastructure plays in shaping the growth, competitiveness and sustainability of cities and towns. It will examine how strategic infrastructure investment can unlock development opportunities, attract investment and support inclusive economic growth.

The discussion will also address the challenges facing municipalities and the private sector in funding, delivering and maintaining essential infrastructure, while highlighting innovative partnerships and financing models that can help build resilient, connected and future-ready communities.

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

SCENE SETTER
Chuene Ramphele, Group Executive, Infrastructure Delivery Division, Development Bank of Southern Africa.

PANEL
Mapatane Elizabeth Kgomo, CEO, Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA)

Chuene Ramphele, Group Executive, Infrastructure Delivery Division, Development Bank of Southern Africa.

Sthembiso Dlamini, CEO, Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA)

MODERATOR
Nozipho Tshabalala, CEO, The Conversation Strategists

60TH CONGRATULATION MESSAGES

NETWORKING LUNCH

Warriors Hall, Sun City

Prize Giveaway
(Apple Beats Powerbeats Fit – Wireless Noise-Cancelling Workout Earbuds)

SAREIT: THE RESURGENCE OF SOUTH AFRICA’S PROPERTY SECTOR

This session will explore the key factors driving the resurgence of South Africa’s listed property sector. The discussion will be around the strategic advantages of being part of global real estate alliances, the importance of maintaining high-quality property portfolios, and the role of asset recycling in unlocking capital, enhancing portfolio performance, and positioning organisations for sustainable growth in an evolving market.

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

SCENE SETTER
Jackie van Niekerk, CEO, Attacq

PANEL
Jackie van Niekerk, CEO, Attacq

Mweishö Nene, Lead Real Estate Equity Analyst, SBG Securities

Tamzyn Piedt, Chief Operating Officer, Datazone

Jess Moyer, Chief Operating Officer, Rode Publications & Media

MODERATOR
Mahir Hamduly, Head of Financials and Property Research at ABSA CIB

Showcasing of the SAPOA Journalism Awards for Excellence (entries only)

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

NETWORKING TEA / COFFEE

Warriors Hall, Sun City

60TH CONGRATULATION MESSAGES

Sun International Weekday Getaway for Two
(Prize Giveaway)

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Navigating AI’s ripple effect:

• What are the impacts of ubiquitous AI use across all industries on the real estate market?
• How will space demand change from different industry sector?
• What should investors do to be more strategic in the face of the change?

JLL 2026 AI Transformation Survey

• Is AI changing investors’ fundamental conviction in real estate as an asset class?

• Is AI prompting investors to reconsider their position in the real estate value chain

• How is AI reshaping investors’ real estate portfolio plans across property types?

• How to outperform in the AI-driven market bifurcation?

Kings Ballroom, Sun City

SCENE SETTER

Ms Yuehan Wang, Global Research Director, Real Estate Technologies
JLL

MODERATOR
Richard Quest, internationally acclaimed journalist, CNN International Anchor & Business editor

WRAP UP OF CONVENTION

Prize Giveaway
(Apple iPad 11-inch Wi-Fi + Cellular 256GB | A16 Chip)

CONVENTION DINNER & AWARDS EVENING

“Diamonds are Forever”

Superbowl