DPPC27 - Addressing Africa’s Evolving Data Privacy, Cybersecurity and AI Challenges

As artificial intelligence, cybersecurity threats, and data governance challenges continue to reshape the digital landscape, Umbono Conferences & Events is bringing industry leaders together for the 2nd Annual Data Privacy & Protection Conference 2027 (DPPC27).

Taking place on 27–28 January 2027 at the Indaba Hotel, Fourways, South Africa, during International Data Privacy Week, DPPC27 will bring together professionals and decision-makers across data privacy, legal, compliance, risk, cybersecurity, technology and information governance.

Building on the foundation established by DPPC26, the 2027 conference aims to encourage meaningful discussions, knowledge-sharing and practical approaches to protecting personal information and building trust in Africa’s digital future.

Key Discussions at DPPC27

The conference programme will explore some of the most pressing issues facing organisations today, including:

• AI and Data Governance: Responsible AI adoption, accountability and emerging technology risks.
• Cybersecurity and Data Breaches: Strengthening cyber resilience, incident response and regulatory accountability.
• Financial Services: Protecting high-risk personal information while balancing fraud prevention, analytics and customer privacy.
• Insurance and Health Data: Safeguarding sensitive information, navigating profiling and managing digital risk.
• Education and Research: Addressing research data governance, consent, ethics and student privacy.
• Regulatory Compliance: Exploring POPIA, PAIA and cross-border data protection across the SADC region.

Through keynote presentations, panel discussions and specialised breakaway sessions, DPPC27 will provide a platform for industry professionals to exchange insights, discuss practical challenges and explore approaches to responsible data management.

Register for DPPC27

Professionals working in data privacy, compliance, legal, risk, cybersecurity, technology and information governance are encouraged to attend.

A 25% early-bird discount is available for physical delegate attendance until 30 October 2026. The offer provides an opportunity for professionals and organisations to secure their places at a reduced rate ahead of the conference.

Registration: https://umbonosa.co.za/data-privacy-protection-conference-registration/

View the preliminary agenda: https://umbonosa.co.za/data-privacy-and-protection-conference-2027/

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