Learn from the Testing Experts

Keynote Speaker

Fikile Mekgoe

Head Of Technology: Delivery & Testing
Bidvest Bank Limited

Featured Speakers

Alfred Lehabe

Automation Lead

iOCO

Mfundo Delihlazo

Digital Innovation Lead: Quality Engineering

Sasol

Bonginhlanhla Lushaba

Senior SQA Engineer Manager iLAB

Mxolisi Duma

Quality Assurance Automation Lead
E-centive

Fireside Chat Speakers

Craig Risi

Head of Engineering
Old Mutual Limited

Vimmi Walia

Associate Director, Quality Assurance
Nagarro

Tutorial Speaker

Stephen Beck

Automation Architect

Old Mutual South Africa

Panel Discussion Speakers

Craig Risi

Director – Head of Engineering Old Mutual

Craig is a software enthusiast with over 20 years of experience across development, testing, and leadership, yet still claims to learn something new every day. Equal parts tech nerd and people person, he’s passionate about designing systems that prioritize quality in a fast-evolving tech world. When he’s not writing code, books, or blog posts, you’ll find him designing board games, running absurd distances, or trying (unsuccessfully) to get Nick Fury to return his calls. A firm believer that great software starts with great people, Craig speaks internationally on all things software and still hopes the Force will awaken in him one day.

Kamil Maharaj

Senior Manager Quality Engineering Nedbank

Quality Assurance leader passionate about driving excellence in IT delivery. I stay continuously engaged with the latest QA trends to innovate, refine, and uplift assurance practices across the organization. My focus is on embedding product‑aligned QA strategies that fit our business context also ensuring that quality is not just a checkpoint, but a strategic enabler that reduces risk, accelerates delivery, and strengthens the value we deliver to our customerWith over 18 years of experience in the trenches of software quality assurance, Kamil has developed a deep passion for building and leading high-performing teams that drive tangible business results. His career has been a journey from hands-on test automation specialist to a strategic leader, guiding many talented quality engineers at Nedbank. He believes that a culture of quality is everyone’s responsibility. He focuses on empowering my teams with the right tools, processes, and autonomy to excel. By fostering an environment of continuous improvement and psychological safety, he has been able to lead initiatives that have increased delivery efficiency by 25% and expanded automated test coverage by 40%.

Mmakgabo Mekwa

Head of Quality Assurance Momentum Grp

Quality Assurance leader passionate about driving excellence in IT delivery. I stay continuously engaged with the latest QA trends to innovate, refine, and uplift assurance practices across the organization. My focus is on embedding product‑aligned QA strategies that fit our business context also ensuring that quality is not just a checkpoint, but a strategic enabler that reduces risk, accelerates delivery, and strengthens the value we deliver to our customers.

Mathew Zungu

Senior Solutions Consultant Inspired Testing

Mathew Zungu is a seasoned IT services professional and Quality Engineering expert with over a decade of experience in test automation, quality assurance, and Test architecture. Currently serving as a Senior Solutions Consultant at Inspired Testing, Mathew specialises in identifying and resolving complex client pain points through the implementation of advanced automation frameworks and engineering assessments.

Throughout his career, Mathew has been a key advocate for the transition from manual to automated testing, focusing heavily on upskilling teams and integrating emerging AI testing methodologies. His expertise spans the full testing lifecycle from conducting proof of concepts (POCs) and health checks to developing and implementation of solutions.

Nurse Mtsweni

Senior Software Quality Assurance Manager, Analytikus Group

Dynamic and results-driven Senior Quality Assurance Manager with a proven track record of leading enterprise-level QA strategies, uplifting testing maturity, and driving quality excellence across complex, fast-paced delivery environments. Skilled in building and mentoring high-performing QA teams, strengthening test governance, and integrating robust quality practices throughout the SDLC. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, optimising test environments and tools, and introducing automation, API testing, and risk-based quality improvements. Recognised for strategic thinking, strong communication, and the ability to elevate product quality while enabling predictable, high-confidence releases.