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Artificial intelligence is still a foreign concept to many Africans. Okeletsang Mookeletsi’s talk brings Artificial intelligence closer to the audience by giving examples which are relatable and easy to understand. She brings to life how artificial intelligence can help tackle the challenge of food security. This talk takes one through the journey of the afrocentric path of AI and it challenges one to see themselves participating in the algorithms of AI whether they know it or not. Okeletsang Mookeletsi is a Commercial Legal attorney specialising in IT, with experience spanning across telecommunications, technology and petroleum. She is currently pursuing a master's degree in Space Studies at UCT,a member of the International Institute of Space Law (IISL) and the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) . An enthusiast of data privacy and artificial intelligence, both of which from part of her daily occupation. She is also co-author of the book "Integrated Space for African Society" through her master's. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

How we learn is changing fast, and the ability to turn digital data into meaningful skills will be the difference between drinking from the firehose of the internet or drowning in it. Mynhardt van Pletsen proposes a useful framework for distilling our daily bombardment of data and information into experiences for learning that not only informs but more importantly, inspires us to take action towards a healthier, more wholesome world. Mynhardt Van Pletsen is a 25 year veteran of the creative and communication industry, with experience in PR, marketing and brand strategy. Mynhardt is passionate about guiding creative professionals to build meaningful careers and doing the work that matters to them. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Performing artist Serati Maseko uses an eco-feminist lens to interrogate the dual oppressions of human beings and nature, and the effects of nature deprivation in urban areas. Utilising music and storytelling, she takes us on a journey of her own discovery and invites us to reimagine the ways that we interact with the non-human natural world. Serati Maseko is a multidisciplinary artist and activist from Johannesburg, she uses the mediums of music, poetry, stage performance and writing to communicate ideas, explore the human condition, express emotion, and to hold a mirror to humanity. Born in Alexandra Township in Johannesburg, her upbringing was divided between different parts of Johannesburg, Boston Massachusetts, and London, England. In early 2022 her article titled ‘’Democratising Nature’’ was published in Daily Maverick. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

The Metaverse is one of today’s most rapidly evolving phenomena. It is misunderstood, overused, and misapplied. More so in a business context. Lazaros provides us with a perspective of how the user experience of gaming will drive the Metaverse, in line with the rapid evolution and merging of technologies such as 5G, Machine Learning, IoT, Cloud, Batteries and Graphical Processing. Lazaros practically describes how Digital Twins will be the way businesses will be run in the future, a move away from more traditional mediums, and how business leaders can structure their thinking to make practical sense of this concept. A not too distant, or ‘virtual’ reality. Lazaros Karapanagiotidis has spent his career in Digital Strategy development and implementation, eCommerce, Digital Product Development, Marketing, and Enterprise Transformation. He is interested in making sense of what "Digital" means, and how it applies to everyday life for businesses and consumers. His passion is in leveraging data to drive business outcomes and is a regular writer on topics impacting the fourth industrial revolution. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Shanel Munger, shares compelling evidence that the ability to be mindful at work gives you a competitive advantage. The workplace is increasingly fast-paced, complex and hyperconnected. Learn how to develop simple, regular mindful practices that are effective in alleviating stress and anxiety, and help you build resilience, accelerate your performance and nurture your well-being at work. Shanel Munger is a well-seasoned corporate leadership and learning development specialist with her master’s in educational leadership. Her passion is people development, yoga and cycling. Shanel assists employees to embrace self-care, active rest and mindfulness to help them perform at their best and achieve sustainable productivity and well-being. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Africa's tech industry has a significant deficit, with less than 5% of the population having advanced tech skills. Winnie Mulli understands that the solution is to democratise tech education through AI, by lowering barriers to entry and focusing on problem solvers. A pilot project showed success in fast-tracking tech professionals by testing for tech affinity and identifying innate capacity for problem solving. Winnie Mulli is a Management Consultant at a well-known tech consulting firm and a part of the innovation team at a well-known South African bank. Her passion lies in bringing ethical solutions to complex problems. Winner of awards such as the 'Siemens Women in Tech' and the 'Standard Bank Women in Tech Accelerator', with ideas previously featured in Elle Magazine, Winnie is also the Founder of an open-source software startup geared towards helping individuals pivot into tech. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

​​Alfi Oloo explores what the future of education might look like in a world where knowledge is freely available. Drawing on his own personal experience of dropping out and learning to learn he explores how a system of learning decided on by the learner and supported by mentors might be the core of what education in the future could look like. Alfi Oloo is a self-taught product designer specialising in design systems. He is a thought leader in the domain of mentorship and is piloting a new mentorship framework that leverages common practices in the domain of psychology & performance coaching. He has a keen interest in the process of transitioning from learning institutions to professional environments. He is also a mentor at a UX bootcamp, a coordinator for a student work-readiness program and a co-host of a podcast. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx