Speakers

John Shangwa is a born again and servant of Jesus Christ. He is a TechEnteprenure with over 15 years of experience in Africa and Asia. John is the Co-Founder of  CEO Evolearn Limited ( the world's first Ai and Blockchain based Edu-Platfom that provides talent discovery and life-long industry skilling from the age of 3yrs),  SKT Starmark (brand manufacturer of SERA tablet pcs, laptops & smartwacthes in Free State & Mpumalanga in South Africa) and Bonesa ( a light soutions manufacturing compnay). John is Service Science & Management  Engineer (SSME), who trained in Hong Kong and China. He is a speaker, motivator, and forerunner leader featured on SABC, various radio stations, and newspapers in South Africa and Africa. His life mission  is to empower people to discover their purpose, live their best, and acknowledge their maker (God almighty).

Topic: Africa's true path to industrialization and global impact.

Speaker Bio: Alice is a champion of emerging technologies, blockchain and digital assets adoption in Africa with over 13 years experience in technical solutions, working with multicultural and diverse global technical teams. She is currently the founder and CEO of Crypsense Digital Group, the first institutional-grade digital assets financial literacy, capacity-building, and management platform in Africa, presenting a groundbreaking solution that combines education, gamification, and real-world application to revolutionize the way Africans learn, interact and engage with Blockchain and Web 3 based digital assets. Some of her accolades and awards include: 2023 Best Web 3 startup Award by AIBC and 2023 Africa Regional winner for Best Web 3 startup by Global Startup Awards - Africa

Topic : The Force Behind Africa's Web 3 Revolution: Cryptocurrency Trading

- Known as the Crypto Porsche since becoming a Multi-Millionaire at age 23.
- Built a strong network of like-minded individuals.
- Launched Crypto Dimensions
- Recently launched an Exclusive VVIP Crypto Signal Group
- Owns multiple properties and counting
- Featured in Forbes Morocco, Forbes New York & more

Topic: Navigating the Lucrative World of Crypto Futures Trading

With nearly 10 years in the FX industry, having held titles in the past such as Regional Head, Head of Sales and Country director for some of the leading FX brokers such as Axi, Ava Trade and Scope markets. Over the years I have been recognized in the fintech and online trading industry as one of the exceptional leaders who has mastered the art of inspiring and leading well performing teams. I joined http://XS.com beginning of this year, a perfect move in my career, being a part of a fast growing company and learning from some of the industry's well recognized leaders has been incredible!

Topic: Unveiling the Future of Online Trading and Fintech in Africa

A villager at heart, Shadrack’s last corporate role was with Deloitte. He then set-up a management consulting firm and spent a decade: scaling businesses. Including scaling an SME from 500 dollars to 2 million USD within 36 months: which received significant industry attention. During that quantum leap he uncovered the sector’s supply chains gaps: existing at the intersection of the informal & mainstream economies.

To address them: He co-Founded Coronet Blockchain, a tech start-up, to repair Africa’s fragmented supply chains leveraging blockchain. Commencing in beauty industry, then food supply chains through eFama App, among others. Referred to as Africa’s Blockchain Barron, by industry peers, he is a passionate AfCFTA advocate. His published Thought Leadership enjoys 10 million impressions annually, engaging C-suite executives, Listed company CEOs, Tech experts & entrepreneurs. As an authority on blockchain for supply chains: he writes extensively on leveraging blockchain to transform Africa, tech for social good, personal victories, emerging tech & web3 developments.

Revisiting his village beginnings, where he was raised by 2 generations of farmers, Shadrack Co-Founded the eFama App to add weight to gearing Africa for improved food security, through digitisation. eFama brings the farm to your door, as a B2B2C Marketplace: that enables farmers to sell their fresh produce and meat direct to consumers and commercial buyers.

Topic: Unlocking Secured eCommerce: Digital Sourcing, Trust Building, and Counterfeit Prevention in the Sino-Africa trade Context

With over 10 years of dedicated experience in the financial industry, Mabyanine Phiri has become a prominent figure in the world of forex trading and investment. His journey began with a deep passion for understanding the intricacies of global markets and a commitment to sharing his expertise with others.

Mabyanine Phiri has had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, from enthusiastic beginners seeking to navigate the forex landscape to established institutional investors aiming to enhance their trading strategies. His clients span the spectrum, including individual traders, financial institutions, and multinational corporations. With a knack for simplifying complex financial concepts, Mabyanine's guidance resonates with a broad audience, empowering them to make informed trading decisions.

Mabyanine's remarkable journey as a forex expert and keynote speaker is marked by several significant accomplishments:

Educational Advocacy: Mabyanine's commitment to education led her to develop comprehensive forex training programs, enabling traders of all levels to grasp the nuances of the foreign exchange market. Her efforts have positively impacted countless individuals and organizations, fostering a culture of financial literacy.

Industry Recognition: Mabyanine's insights and expertise have gained her recognition as a sought-after commentator on financial news networks such CNBC Africa, Finance Magnets and Bloomberg Africa, where he provides valuable analysis of market trends and economic indicators. His ability to dissect complex market events into digestible insights has made him a respected voice in the financial media landscape.

Topic: The Importance of Domain Name for Modern Business. The Example of Elon Musk & X.com

Chairperson of United Africa Blockchain Association, Founder Essence Crypto Consultants, Founder of Umoja Empowerment Fund, as well as Ethereum Foundation Devcon Alumni and Paxful’s Top 10 Most Influential Women in Blockchain & Cryptocurrency in Africa and fashion fundi.

As a blockchain and crypto early adopter, Yaliwe Soko has established her presence in the sector by becoming chairperson of United Africa Blockchain Association (UABA) and founder of Essence Crypto Consultants, founder of Umoja Empowerment Fund as well as United Africa Women in Blockchain.

To date she is recognized globally for as a Speaker, participating in various speaking events to raise awareness about the opportunities in blockchain technology.

She sees education as the primary driver to adopting the opportunities in
blockchain technology. As a qualified training facilitator and assessor, she is actively involved in driving Africa’s adoption through education and training campaigns such as UABA’s Reach 1 Million for Blockchain Campaign (1MB).

Passionate about technology’s ability to greatly benefit financial inclusion and women empowerment, she founded Umoja a community-based lending platform to help women access capital at minimal interest, and a market place for them to sell their products with ease and greater reach.

Under her leadership UABA has established Chapters in 9 African countries namely: Cameroun, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Togo, Uganda, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. With Botswana and Malawi to be added soon.

Embarked on a bringing Venture capital and emerging Africa tech start-ups using the vehicle UABA Start-up Initiative. And is running the first ever blockchain pilot project in Zambia to determine the feasibility of Blockchain for social good.

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With over 14 Years experience in the industry, Nerash has Headed Prime Executive FX Brokerages representing Major Multinational Forex brands within the African region.

Topic: How to Manage the Emotions of Trading

Ekaterina Gorbatenko has been working for FBS as a financial markets analyst for five years. As a passionate expert on Macroeconomics, Trading, and Education, Ekaterina combines all her knowledge to create a valuable product that is understandable for each client. Together with the international team of financial markets analysts at FBS, she develops an educational strategy for traders of any experience. She helps every newbie client get involved in trading and stay afloat in a volatile market environment. Ekaterina guides clients through educational lessons on the website, webinars with experts, analytical reviews, and forecasts of the markets. Also, her team manages the Telegram channel FBS Analytics&Education with over 53 thousand clients. Ekaterina has contributed to reputable sources such as Investing, FinanceFeeds, and WikiFx. She also developed an Algo trading course for beginner FBS clients from scratch.

Topic: How to Improve Client's Reliability Through Education: the Case of FBS

Introducing Kamogelo Maubane, a 26 year old. SidehustleCEO, a visionary and trailblazing force in the world of forex and crypto trading. With her unwavering determination and expertise, she has established an extensive network of traders across Africa and various global countries, making her one of the most prominent female figures in the industry.

As the CEO of Sidehustle Favorbankmotions, Kamogelo leads a dynamic community where individuals collaborate, learn, and leverage their skills in the forex and crypto domains. Her innovative approach has revolutionized the concept of working together, empowering countless individuals to achieve financial freedom.

Beyond her role at Sidehustle Favorbankmotions, Kamogelo is the co-founder of Sidehustle Networks, an organization that creates employment opportunities for traders, analysts, sales agents, and beginner-level forex and crypto enthusiasts. Through her mentorship and guidance, she paves the way for aspiring entrepreneurs, develops cutting-edge web3 applications, delves into artificial intelligence development, and shares her wisdom as a writer for an upcoming book titled "Unleashing the Inner Traders."

As a serial investor, Kamogelo embodies a spirit of growth and expansion. Her remarkable achievements include founding and leading Sidehustle Favorbankmotions Ltd pty in South Africa, an institution that has equipped over 20,000 individuals with the skills and opportunities to thrive in the forex and crypto industries. She passionately supports philanthropic initiatives that foster sustainable growth among individuals, making a lasting impact in their lives.

Kamogelo's influence extends far beyond her businesses and investments. She has graced numerous stages as a keynote speaker at prestigious events centered around crypto and forex, captivating audiences with her expertise and motivational prowess. Her appearances on SABC channel Africa and various podcasts have solidified her reputation as a respected authority in the field.

Recognized as one of Standard Bank's top women delegates, Kamogelo embodies excellence, resilience, and ambition. At present, she actively seeks talented sales agents and traders to join her dynamic team, further expanding her vision and impact.

Prepare to be inspired as Kamogelo, the Sidehustle CEO, continues to shape the future of forex and crypto trading, leaving an indelible mark on the industry and empowering individuals to unlock their true potential.

Topic: The Impact of Forex and Crypto in Recent Years and How It Has Changed Lives

Ref Wayne is a self-made millionaire, author, speaker and philanthropist. Wayne is the founder of ForexAmg and is well known as the pioneer of forex trading and cryptocurrency in Africa. He addresses more than 80 000 people every year in Africa alone as a Keynote speaker and seminar leader. He has studied, researched, written and spoken in the fields of Forex Trading, Business, Philosophy and Psychology and also a best selling author of The Art of Trading and Top Down Analysis on the Financial Markets.

Topic: Creating Wealth As A Forex Trader