Singularity Summit Returns to inspire Africa’s future this October
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Global thought leaders return to Johannesburg to explore AI, quantum computing, digital identity and the next era of human potential Singularity South Africa has confirmed that its flagship Summit will return to the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg on Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 October 2026, bringing together some of the world’s most influential voices in exponential technologies, innovation and future-focused leadership. Now entering its eighth edition in South Africa, the Summit will once again be presented in collaboration with headline sponsor Old Mutual, alongside metaverse partner UBU. Following the success of the 2025 Summit, which attracted more than 2 000 attendees, from over 600 of local and global leading companies, and widespread acclaim from delegates, the 2026 Summit aims to push the conversation even further, exploring how rapidly advancing technologies are reshaping industries, societies and human potential itself. With two immersive stages, an interactive expo, workshops and networking experiences, the Summit will once again create a space where business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and innovators can engage with the ideas shaping the future. The 2026 programme will unpack the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence, 3D printing, digital identity, quantum computing, crypto economies, human optimisation and Africa’s evolving technology infrastructure. From the rise of AI factories and agentic AI to the future of emotional intelligence in machines, this year’s line-up reflects the breadth of disruption already transforming the world around us. The first speakers confirmed for the 2026 Summit include: Raoul Pal – Founder of Real Vision and one of the world’s leading voices on cryptocurrency, macro investing and AI. Tilly Lockey – Real life bionic woman and disability advocate, with two of the world’s most advanced bionic arms. David Roberts – Internationally recognised thought leader on disruption, innovation, exponential l