PRISMS SUMMIT 2026
The PRISMS Summit 2026 is where Africa’s leading communication professionals come together to challenge ideas, share expertise and shape the future of public relations. Taking place on 22–23 October 2026 at the Indaba Hotel, Johannesburg, this two-day experience is inspired by the theme Kaleidoscope: Patterns of Impact Across Past, Present & Future, exploring how strategic communication creates meaningful, lasting impact across business, government and society.
Hear from respected industry leaders including Lebogang “Paula” Sekoboane, Keitumetse Moepang, Dr Caroline Azionya, Khulekani Mathe, Shenanda Janse van Rensburg, Sithembile Ntombela, Lazarus Jacobs, Ingrid Lotze, Gavin Moffat, Thabang Skwambane, Mona Zwambila, Botshelo Baloyi, Kisha Reader-Bain, Shaun Jordaan, Danielle Timmins, Siphiwe Mpeye, Arik Arkani, Patricia Luhanga, Thabisile Phumo, Dr Carla Enslin, Sylvester Chauke, Palesa Mokomele, Stacey Baluske Mtika, Tsholofelo Dihutso, Pat Mahlangu, Helene Nieuwenhuis, Kaldora Naidoo, Fatima Ouanssaidi, Dustin, Emmanuel Bonoko, Bridget von Holdt, Ryan McFayden, Martin Slabbert, Sam Marshall, Kgaugelo Gumede, Hein Kaiser, Andile April, Nicky James, Prof Corne Mentjies, Luthando Kekana, Dr Hanri Kriel, Keabetswe Dichabe, Shannaz Nel, Dr Jaco Pienaar, Daniel Munslow, Kyle Fraser, Edzai Zvobo, Bradly Howland, Mandlakazi Mpahlwa, Ethel Ramos, Mary Gearing, Dr Clarissa Muir, Angela Barter, Prof Ana Adi, Noxolo Mfocwa, Luthando Tyhalibongo, Kate Bapela, Mpho Roborife, Caley Clifford, Ayanda Siswanada, Dale Hefer, Tinyko Emily Nkuna, Samantha Page, Susan Huyser, Karen Byamugisha and Hannah Meyer-Watts alongside many other influential voices. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, masterclasses and networking, you’ll gain practical insights into AI, reputation, leadership, ethics, trust, crisis communication, sustainability, measurement and innovation – leaving inspired, connected and equipped to lead communication with greater impact.
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PRISMS 2026 – Full programme – 05 Oct
Where Africa's Communicators Shape Tomorrow
Why Attend the PRISMS Summit?
Over two inspiring days, you’ll gain practical insights, fresh perspectives and meaningful connections that will elevate your career and strengthen your impact as a communication professional.
Join Africa’s leading communication thinkers as they explore the future of public relations, reputation, leadership, artificial intelligence, ethics, measurement, internal communication and strategic influence. Learn from real-world case studies, challenge conventional thinking, exchange ideas with industry leaders and discover innovative approaches you can immediately apply within your organisation.
Whether you’re an agency professional, in-house communicator, government representative, academic, student or business leader, you’ll leave the PRISMS Summit with new knowledge, valuable relationships and the confidence to shape conversations that create lasting impact.
Because communication doesn’t just tell stories.
It shapes futures.
