The bourse convenes the forum to unlock innovative solutions to navigate the shifting stakeholder landscape for maximum impact

Johannesburg, 9 September 2025:  Proudly sponsored by Sanlam and Santam, this one-day event builds on the success of the inaugural event in 2024 and provides an immersive in-person experience with senior leaders sharing insights and unpacking the trends, challenges and innovations that shape the highly complex and multi-faceted nature of this role in organisations. 

Corporate Affairs professionals operate in a dynamic and constantly changing environment. At the intersection of business, government and society, they are tasked with balancing commercial and social objectives, managing highly matrixed stakeholder relationships and delivering strategic expertise across multiple domains. As the guardians of reputation, architects of trust and catalysts for shared value, it is essential that they are equipped to deliver greater impact and navigate change with agility. 

It is for this reason the JSE has collaborated with the Corporate Affairs Leadership Forum (CALF), which was convened by the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) together with the WITS School of Governance, to bring corporate affairs executives together to share learnings and to provide a nexus for deep discussions with senior government and business experts. 

The symposium attracts industry leaders across a variety of sectors ranging from FMCG, retail, financial services, telecoms and more to engage on a variety of pertinent Corporate Affairs topics. With the G20 and B20 summits on the horizon, the symposium offers a timely opportunity for corporate affairs executives to align on forward-thinking strategies that address the ever-evolving expectations of stakeholders in the country and African continent.

“The JSE is proud to serve as a convener in uniting stakeholders and industry experts to address critical challenges and drive inclusive economic growth in South Africa. Together with our sponsors, we’re delighted to continue the momentum of this forum for a second year to foster a dynamic community of Corporate Affairs professionals and promote impactful public-private sector collaborations that advance both business and national priorities,” said Vuyo Lee, Director of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at the JSE.

Norah Sehunoe, Executive Head: Human Resources at Santam highlighted that, “Santam is pleased to once again champion this vital platform for dialogue and collaboration within our industry.  This partnership highlights Santam's commitment to thought leadership and underscores our active participation in global forums such as the G20 and B20. We believe that corporate affairs professionals must be at the forefront of conversations that shape both corporate landscapes and societal progress.  As a cornerstone of South Africa’s financial ecosystem, connecting business with capital providers, the JSE is best placed to host this invaluable forum that will continue to shape the future of corporate affairs in South Africa.”

In the face of growing scrutiny, evolving stakeholder demands and global competition, Corporate Affairs professionals must become agile strategic enablers. This year’s symposium will explore how they can redefine their role to build trust, shape policy and drive sustainable growth for South Africa’s industries, while navigating rapid digitisation and managing reputation risk in the age of deepfakes and synthetic media.

For more information on the JSE Corporate Affairs Symposium and to purchase your ticket, visit www.jse.co.za/cas.

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