AI Regulation & Compliance Conference 2026: Why AI Governance Can No Longer Be an Afterthought
Johannesburg, South Africa: If your organisation is using AI, AI governance cannot be an afterthought.
As artificial intelligence continues to transform the way organisations operate, the conversation is rapidly moving beyond AI adoption. Organisations are now having to confront increasingly important questions around AI regulation, compliance, governance, accountability, risk, ethics and responsible AI.
These issues will take centre stage at the AI Regulation & Compliance Conference 2026, taking place on 18–19 November 2026 at the Indaba Hotel, Fourways, Johannesburg.
The conference will bring together professionals and decision-makers across artificial intelligence, AI governance, compliance, risk management, legal, technology, data governance and business to examine how organisations can navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape while building systems that are responsible, compliant and trusted.
From AI adoption to AI governance
For many organisations, AI is already becoming part of everyday business operations and decision-making. However, adopting AI is only one part of the challenge.
The more pressing question is how organisations can ensure that AI is being used responsibly, transparently, and within appropriate governance and regulatory frameworks.
The AI Regulation & Compliance Conference 2026 will address this growing gap by bringing together industry experts and practitioners to discuss both the regulatory landscape and the practical realities of implementing AI governance.
Key discussions will include:
- AI regulation and governance in South Africa
- Responsible AI, trust and transparency
- AI compliance, ethics and accountability
- POPIA and AI-driven decision-making
- AI risk management and regulatory oversight
- AI audits and governance frameworks
- Practical approaches to responsible AI implementation
- Moving from AI policies to effective AI governance
- Managing regulatory and operational risks associated with AI
- Building trustworthy and accountable AI systems
Why this conversation matters
AI governance is increasingly becoming a boardroom, regulatory, and operational priority.
Organisations that deploy AI without appropriate governance frameworks may face challenges relating to **data protection, accountability, bias, transparency, regulatory compliance, reputational risk and decision-making**.
The conference will therefore focus not only on what emerging AI regulations mean, but on how organisations can translate regulatory expectations into practical governance, risk and compliance measures.
Attendees will have an opportunity to hear directly from experienced professionals, engage with peers and gain practical insights that can support their organisation’s approach to AI governance, AI compliance and responsible artificial intelligence.
Who should attend?
The conference is particularly relevant to professionals working in:
- AI and emerging technology
- Risk management
- Compliance and regulatory affairs
- Legal and corporate governance
- Data protection and data governance
- Information technology
- Cybersecurity
- Financial services
- Audit and assurance
- Business leadership and strategy
- Digital transformation
- Ethics and responsible technology
Early Bird Registration Now Open
Professionals and organisations planning to attend are encouraged to register early.
Early Bird registration closes on 28 August 2026.
With limited time remaining to secure the early bird rate, organisations are encouraged to register their teams now and take advantage of the reduced registration fee.
Conference: AI Regulation & Compliance Conference 2026
Date: 18–19 November 2026
Venue: Indaba Hotel, Fourways, Johannesburg
Focus: AI Regulation, AI Governance, AI Compliance & Responsible AI
Be part of the conversation
AI regulation is evolving. Governance expectations are changing. Organisations cannot afford to wait until something goes wrong before asking whether their AI systems are properly governed.
The AI Regulation & Compliance Conference 2026 provides a platform for professionals to understand the regulatory landscape, exchange practical insights and explore what responsible AI governance should look like in practice.
Early Bird registration ends 28 August 2026.
Register now to secure your place.
For the full programme, registration details and conference information, visit the official conference page or contact the conference team.
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