Sasol TechnoX 2023 | Day 1
Day 1 | Session 1
13:54
21:39
29:43
33:56
Speaker:
Glenda Setshedi | Founder: Pathfinders
Topic:
Empowering the Future: Start-Ups and Entrepreneurship as Agents of Change
Speaker:
Prof Abdon Atangana | Academic Head of Department & Professor of Applied Mathematics: University of Free State
Topic:
Leveraging Mathematics and Science to Address Challenges in Africa
Speaker:
Alfred Chingombe | Co-Founder & Principal: RAD Academy
Topic:
Problem Solving in the World of AIÂ
Speaker:
Steve Sherman | Chief Imagination Officer: Living Maths
Topic:
Mathemagics
Day 1 | Session 2
9:24
9:51
10:29
14:48
11:12
Speaker:
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Topic:
Empowering Lives Through Technology and Innovation
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Zime Nosipho Nxumalo | Founder: Zime Wezwe Creatives
Topic:
Blockchain Technology : A Game-Changer for Real Estate
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Johan van Rooyen | Agripreneur
Topic:
Cultivating the Future: Innovative Indoor Vertical Farming for Sustainable and Year-Round Fresh Produce
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Fezile Dhlamini | Founder: Green Scooter
Topic:
Empowering South Africa’s Automotive Landscape with Sustainable Innovation
Speakers:
Matlhogonolo and Masego Mphahlele | Founders: Twin X Innovation
Topic:
Visionaries in Sync: Twin Sisters Revolutionise Medical Care with Digital X-ray Glasses
Day 1 | Session 3
10:51
15:57
10:51
15:33
12:26
8:29
Speaker:
Prof Tebogo Mashifana | Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering Technology: University of Johannesburg
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Chemical Engineer
Speaker:
Lungile Mginqi | Chief Information Officer: Sasol
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Chief Information Officer
Speaker:
Refilwe Lesufi | Managing Director: Prana Consulting
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Civil Engineer
Speaker:
Dr Jaganmoy Jodder | Geologist: University of the Witwatersrand
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Geologist
Speaker:
Gomolemo Mohapi | Cloud Advocate: Microsoft
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Cloud Advocate
Speaker:
Lesego Pitsoane | Machine Learning Engineer: PAISA Technology
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Machine Learning Engineer
Sasol TechnoX 2023 | Day 2
Day 2 | Session 1
5:21
20:59
25:12
4:51
6:15
9:07
5:59
5:16
Speaker:
Gao Mothoagae | Vice President: Social Impact at Sasol
Topic:
Sasol Foundation Welcome
Speaker:
Ntokozo Gcabashe | Senior Vice President: Natref Operations at Sasol
Topic:
Official Opening and Welcome
Speaker:
Dr Adriana Marais | Theoretical Physicist, Author and Adventurer
Topic:
Pioneering the Future – From Theoretical Physicist to Mars One Project Astronaut Candidate
Performers:
Nkosana Nkosi and Magdeline Masenya
Speaker:
MEC Makalo Mohale | Free State MEC for Education
Topic:
MEC Opening Address
Speaker:
Hon. Buti Manamela | Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science & Innovation
Topic:
Deputy Minister Address
Speaker:
Hon. Mxolisi Dukwana | Premier of Free State
Topic:
Premier Opening Address
Speaker:
Dr Thuli Mbuli | Headof Community Affairs: Sasol
Topic:
Vote of Thanks
Day 2 | Session 2
13:24
10:31
16:43
13:30
9:45
11:48
10:38
Speaker:
Tsholofelo Nkosi | Software Engineering Student: WeThinkCode
Topic:
Empowering Change: Overcoming Challenges as a Young Black Woman in Tech
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Mpendulo Sibiya | Data Analyst: SARAO/NRF
Topic:
Opportunities in Astronomy and Space Science
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Tumelo Matlala | Data Scientist: University of Eastern Cape
Topic:
Empowering Innovation with Data and Mathematics
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Tshepo Mokgoto | Head of Data and Technology Office: Sasol
Topic:
Tshepo Mokgoto shares insights through his career journey to a Chief Data Officer
Speaker:
Puno Selesho | Spoken Word Artist
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Spoken Word Artist
Speaker:
Xoliswa Mahlangu | Head of Digital Learning and Technology
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Roboticist
Speaker:
Enokk Mlangeni | Artist
Topic:
A Day in the Life of an Artist
Day 2 | Session 3
13:30
9:45
11:48
10:38
Speaker:
Tshepo Mokgoto | Head of Data and Technology Office: Sasol
Topic:
Tshepo Mokgoto shares insights through his career journey to a Chief Data Officer
Speaker:
Puno Selesho | Spoken Word Artist
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Spoken Word Artist
Speaker:
Xoliswa Mahlangu | Head of Digital Learning and Technology
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Roboticist
Speaker:
Enokk Mlangeni | Artist
Topic:
A Day in the Life of an Artist
Sasol TechnoX 2023 | Day 3
Day 3 | Session 1
23:15
21:56
20:39
Speaker:
Ndabenhle Ntshangase | CEO: AirStudent
Topic:
AirStudent: Revolutionising Air Travel through Collective Buying Power
Speaker:
Dr Natalie Raphi | Founder: Robots Can Think
Topic:
Science + Technology + Match + Education = Innovation | The Impact of AI
Speaker:
Marc Sherratt | Architect, Founder & Managing Director: MSSA
Topic:
Elephant Migration Route: A Sustainability Project
Day 3 | Session 2
13:52
15:54
29:31
11:25
Speaker:
Dr Sizwe Mpofu Walsh | Lecturer: University of Johannesburg
Topic:
The Renaissance of a Polymath: Art, Activism, and Academia at the Intersection of Technology and Social Change
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Kgopotso Pearl Sibiya | Founder: STEAM Ambassadors Club
Topic:
Navigating the Future: Empowering Youth Through STEAM and Innovation
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Sibongile Mongadi | Founder: Ukuhamba
Topic:
Revolutionising Lives: Empowering Amputees through Low-Cost 3D-Printed Prosthetics
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Thapelo Nthite | Co-Founder: Bothlale AI
Topic:
The Future of Conversational AI and Beyond
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Day 3 | Session 3
14:03
12:38
12:44
19:02
11:30
Speaker:
Dr Bongekile Zwane | Archaeobotanist
Topic:
A Day in the Life of an Archaeologist
Speaker:
Themba Mchunu | Cultural Producer: Themba Mchunu Industrial Theatre Company
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Cultural Producer
Speaker:
Marc Sherrat | Architect, Founder & Managing Director: MSSA
Topic:
A Day in the Life of an Architect
Speaker:
Michael Ettershank | Partner: Robot Science
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Roboticist
Speaker:
Sello Mollo | Senior Manager, Electrical and Instrumentation at Midland: Sasol
Topic:
A Day in the Life of an Electrical Engineer
Sasol TechnoX 2023 | Day 4
Day 4 | Session 1
23:11
24:46
32:15
19:08
Speaker:
Sam Twala | Founder & Managing Director: NTSU Aviation Solutions and Drone Academy
Topic:
Pioneering the Skies: Advancing Unmanned Aircraft Systems through Innovation Regulation and Innovation
Speaker:
Mathebe Molise | Founder: Beauty on TApp
Topic:
Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Unveiling the Beauty on TApp Journey
Speaker:
Dr Siphokazi Hoyana | Managing Director: Siyazithanda Projects
Topic:
Everyday Uses of Robotics: What can we Learn from Japan?
Speaker:
Sam Gqomo | Founder: Womandla
Topic:
Integrating the ARTS into STEM: The Power of STEAM in Fostering Creativity and Collaboration
Day 4 | Session 2
22:56
15:48
15:30
23:44
Speaker:
Murendeni Mafumo | Founder: Kusini Water
Topic:
Reimagining the Potential of Natural Resources to Address the Global Water Crisis Change
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Lerato Nyokong | Process Engineer: Sasol
Topic:
Creating a Sustainable Future: The Role of Process Engineering in Shaping Industries and Inspiring Youth
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Zandile Mkwanazi | Founder: Girl Code
Topic:
Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators: Fostering Growth and Confidence in Young Girls and Women Through Technology
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Lubabalo Dyanti | Executive Director & Co-Founder: Deviare
Topic:
Empowering the Future Workforce: Democratising Access to Tech Education
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Day 4 | Session 3
11:48
12:16
18:23
10:25
8:58
13:25
Speaker:
Ishaaq Jacobs | Global Chief Cyber Security Officer: Sasol
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Cyber Security Specialist
Speaker:
Laura Grant | CEO: The Outlier
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Journalist/Data Analyst
Speaker:
Dr Daniel Cunnama | Science Engagement Astronomer: South African Astronomical Observatory
Topic:
A Day in the Life of an Astronomer
Speaker:
Ntsikelelo Ngaleka | Radio Presenter and Producer: Vow FM
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Radio Presenter and Producer
Speaker:
Ronnie Madiba | Production Team Leader: AECI Mining Chemicals
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Production Team Leader
Speaker:
Tawanda Ewing | Machine Learning Engineer: Deep Learning Café
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Machine Learning Engineer
Sasol TechnoX 2023 | Day 5
Day 5 | Session 1
23:53
14:11
26:11
15:03
Speaker:
Noxolo Fani | CEO: PL Construction Concrete Repair Specialists
Topic:
Unleashing your STEAMI Potential: Exploring Careers and Entrepreneurship in a Changing World
Speaker:
Janet Swari | Founder: TAIR Labs
Topic:
Pioneering the Future: TAIR Labs and the Journey towards Smart Mobility Innovation
Speaker:
Dr Cherise Dunn | COO: Africa Makes Foundation
Topic:
Driving Africa’s Fourth Industrial Revolution through 3D Printing
Speaker:
Tabi T Tabi | Founder & CEO: Granville Energy and Tabu Group
Topic:
Harnessing the Power of AI for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability
Day 5 | Session 2
16:43
15:01
Speaker:
Sindiswa Mafilika | IoT Engineer: Mafikeng Innovation Club
Topic:
A Day in the Life of an IoT Engineer
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Speaker:
Sandiso Sibisi | Founder: COOi Studios
Topic:
Empowering Change: The Extraordinary Journey of an Innovator, Entrepreneur and Humanitarian
Rich Sibusiso Hlatswayo | Co-Founder: Me2You
Day 5 | Session 3
12:52
10:08
18:22
Speaker:
John Pala | Control & Instrumentation Manager: Natref | SAIMC Vaal Branch Manager: SAIMC
Topic:
A Day in the Life of a Control, Instrumentation and Automation Professional
Speaker:
Thulani Masebenza | Founder: Moya Money
Topic:
Fostering Sustainable Self-Employment
Speaker:
Sean Jones | CEO: Artisans Training
Topic:
A Day in the Life of an Artisan