South Africa Water Digital Innovation Conference,

About the event

Theme: “Harnessing Telemetry and GIS for Sustainable Water Infrastructure”

 Overview

This focused two-day conference aims to accelerate the adoption of digital technologies in South Africa’s water sector. It brings together municipal engineers, utility managers, consultants, regulators, academics, and technology providers to explore advancements in Telemetry, SCADA systems, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

 Conference Structure

Day 1 – Telemetry & Automation in Water and Wastewater Systems
Focus on:

• SCADA and telemetry systems

• Infrastructure challenges

• Real-time monitoring

• Live technical workshops and case studies

Day 2 – GIS for Water Quality & Infrastructure Planning
Focus on:

• GIS tools for mapping and decision support

• Water quality and catchment risk assessments

• Integration of spatial and telemetry data

• Overcoming funding, skills, and governance barriers

Goals and Learning Outcomes

By attending, participants will:

• Understand the strategic use of telemetry and GIS

• Gain hands-on experience through workshops

• Learn from successful implementation case studies

• Discover ways to address municipal infrastructure backlogs

• Network with experts, vendors, and decision-makers

• Explore solutions to challenges like funding and skills shortages

Who Should Attend

• Municipal and utility water engineers

• Environmental and infrastructure consultants

• Regulatory officials and policymakers

• Researchers and academics

• Technology vendors (Telemetry, SCADA, GIS)

• Water boards and catchment agencies

• Training and capacity-building institutions

Why should you sponsor?

Sponsoring this conference is a strategic opportunity to align your brand with South Africa’s national push for smart, sustainable water infrastructure. Here's why it matters:

1. Align with a Critical National Priority

Water infrastructure is under intense pressure in South Africa. Your sponsorship shows commitment to solving real-world challenges in water quality, service delivery, and sustainability—earning trust and respect from the public and private sectors alike.

2. Direct Access to High-Impact Decision-Makers

This event gathers municipal engineers, utility managers, policymakers, consultants, and tech innovators—the exact people shaping procurement and strategy in the water sector. Sponsors gain direct exposure to these high-value stakeholders.

3. Amplify Your Brand and Thought Leadership

From branded sessions and exhibition booths to digital conference materials and social media promotions, sponsors enjoy extensive visibility before, during, and after the event. You’ll be seen as a trusted leader in water technology and innovation.

4. Showcase Your Solutions in Action

This is more than just visibility—it’s a platform to demonstrate your products or services, lead technical sessions, and participate in expert panels. You’ll educate the market while building trust and driving demand.

5. Be Part of Real Change

This isn’t just another conference—it’s a catalyst for modernizing South Africa’s water infrastructure. Your support helps:

• Build technical capacity

• Empower municipalities

• Promote data-driven water management

Your sponsorship has lasting impact beyond the event.

Tayilia Singh

We are a multidisciplinary team of professionals committed to advancing digital innovation in South Africa’s water sector. Our expertise spans engineering, capacity building, training, and event development, with a strong track record of creating platforms that drive real change in public infrastructure.

This conference is hosted by a collaborative group of water sector specialists, supported by industry advisors, municipal partners, and digital technology experts. We are driven by a shared mission: to equip municipalities, utilities, and industry stakeholders with the tools and knowledge needed to modernize water systems for a sustainable future.

 

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