MEC Maile, MEC for Finance and Economic Development
GGDA and TIHMC Board Members
CEO of The Innovation Hub, Mr Bangani Mpangalasane
CEOs of National Systems of Innovations
Our Partners
Moderators and Panel Members
Our stakeholders in the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem,
Our esteemed Guests, Members of the media, good afternoon.

It is an absolute honour and privilege for me to extend a heartfelt vote of thanks on behalf of The Innovation Hub Board in conclusion of this insightful and inspiring roundtable discussion.

First and foremost, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our esteemed panellists or speakers who have shared their deep insights on Innovation, Tech Hubs, and Digital Skills as Drivers for Economic Growth. Your expertise and thought-provoking perspectives have truly illuminated the path forward, and we are grateful for your time and contributions as we build the economy of Gauteng

To our moderators, thank you for steering the conversation with such depth and clarity, ensuring that we captured the most important takeaways on how technology and innovation are shaping economies globally.

To our esteemed guests, your presence and active participation have added great value to this discussion. Your questions, insights, and shared experiences have enriched the dialogue, making it a truly collaborative and forward-thinking exchange.

A special appreciation goes to the organisers who made this event possible. Your hard work, dedication, and seamless coordination ensured that today’s discussion was both impactful and engaging

Lastly, to the entire support team working behind the scenes—our technical crew, event coordinators, and administrative staff—thank you for ensuring everything ran smoothly.

• The CEO of The Innovation Hub, Mr Bangani Mpangalasane.
• The support that we received from GGDA, Trade and investment Unit under the Leadership of Mr Sipho Marala and Ms Fuziwe Kubheka, Group Executive Marcomms
• The Marketing and Communications team under the leadership of Ms. Linah Nematandani.
• The Conferencing Venue team under the leadership of Mpho Mbonani

As we leave today, let us take the lessons and strategies discussed and work collectively towards fostering innovation, enhancing digital skills, and strengthening tech hubs as key pillars of sustainable economic growth. The future is digital, and together, we can drive meaningful change. Our aim is not just to engage in dialogue but to witness tangible outcomes and it is through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and strategic investments that we can unlock new opportunities for investment and prosperity of our country.

Once again, thank you all for being part of this important discussion. We look forward to continued engagement and collaboration in the future.

Safe travels and have a wonderful day!

I Thank You!