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12 programmes scheduled · Africa & beyond

Where Africa'sleaders cometo sharpen.

High-level executive summits, masterclasses and PECB-authorised ISO certification - delivered to public and private sector leaders across 18 markets on the continent and beyond.

Network of FMI markets across Africa

Summits · Stop Apologising

4th Annual FMI Women in Leadership Conference 2026

Two days redefining leadership models by placing women at the forefront of governance, innovation and sustainable development.

Network of FMI markets across Africa

PECB ISO Certifications · Johannesburg, South Africa

PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer

Master the implementation and management of an Information Security Management System based on ISO/IEC 27001.

Network of FMI markets across Africa

PECB ISO Certifications · Johannesburg, South Africa

PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Implementer

Implement an AI Management System that lets your organisation adopt artificial intelligence responsibly and defensibly.

Network of FMI markets across Africa

Masterclasses · Johannesburg, South Africa

Mastering Board Governance Masterclass 2026

Closing the gap between governance frameworks that look impressive on paper and boards that are genuinely effective.

Network of FMI markets across Africa

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Years delivering executive training across the continent
22+Years delivering executive training across the continent
Delegates trained worldwide
3000+Delegates trained worldwide
Organisations served across industries and continents
500+Organisations served across industries and continents
Markets serviced across Africa, the Gulf and Asia
18Markets serviced across Africa, the Gulf and Asia
PECB Authorized Gold Partner

PECB Authorized Gold Partner · SABPP · HISPI

As a PECB Authorized Gold Partner, FMI delivers internationally recognised ISO certification training in ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 31000, ISO 22301, ISO/IEC 42001 and ISO 37000, with the certification exam included in the course fee. FMI is further accredited by the South African Board for People Practices and the Holistic Information Security Practitioner Institute.

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Upcoming

The 2026 programme

Flagship conferences, executive masterclasses and certification training - every date, venue and fee published up front.

Full calendar
10SEP
Summits
In person

4th Annual FMI Women in Leadership Conference 2026

Stop Apologising

Two days redefining leadership models by placing women at the forefront of governance, innovation and sustainable development.

Dates
10 - 11 September 2026
Venue
The Maslow Hotel, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
FromR 9 999ex VAT
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14SEP
PECB ISO
In person & onlinePECB certified

PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer

Master the implementation and management of an Information Security Management System based on ISO/IEC 27001.

Dates
14 - 18 September 2026
Venue
The Capital Empire Hotel, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
FromR 28 000ex VAT
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05OCT
PECB ISO
In person & onlinePECB certified

PECB Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Implementer

Implement an AI Management System that lets your organisation adopt artificial intelligence responsibly and defensibly.

Dates
5 - 9 October 2026
Venue
The Capital Empire Hotel, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
FromR 28 000ex VAT
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07OCT
Masterclasses
In person & online

Mastering Board Governance Masterclass 2026

Closing the gap between governance frameworks that look impressive on paper and boards that are genuinely effective.

Dates
7 - 9 October 2026
Venue
The Capital Empire Hotel, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
FromR 8 990ex VAT
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PECB ISO Certifications

Certification that travels

Five-day intensives ending in the PECB examination. All-inclusive: 450+ pages of course material, 31 CPD credits, the open-book exam and a free retake within 12 months.

  • Lead Implementer, Lead Auditor and Manager credential paths
  • In-person in Sandton and Cape Town, or online at a reduced fee
  • Regional delivery in Zambia, Namibia and across SADC
  • Exam fee included - no surprise costs after the course

Where we work

Across the continent, and beyond

We actively service organisations across key regional markets in Southern, East and West Africa, the Gulf and Asia.

  • South Africa
  • Angola
  • Botswana
  • DR Congo
  • Eswatini
  • Ethiopia
  • Ghana
  • Malawi
  • Mauritius
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Uganda
  • Zambia
  • Zanzibar
  • Zimbabwe
  • Dubai
  • Singapore
  • Thailand
Illustration of FMI's markets connected across Africa

Featured speakers

Women in Leadership 2026

Chief economists, board chairs, chief executives and founders taking the stage in Sandton this September.

All speakers
Annabel Bishop

Annabel Bishop

Chief Economist

Investec Bank Limited, South Africa

Dr Shirley Zinn

Dr Shirley Zinn

Board Member, Chair - Remuneration & HR Committee

WWF South Africa

Khethiwe N.C. Mhlanga

Khethiwe N.C. Mhlanga

Chief Executive Officer

Small Enterprises Development Company (SEDCO), Eswatini

Keele Letsipa

Keele Letsipa

Group Manager, Safety & Health

Exxaro

Maphepane “Pepsi” Baiocco

Maphepane “Pepsi” Baiocco

Chief Executive Officer, South Africa

Neon Energy

Bishnen Kumalo

Bishnen Kumalo

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

DigiSquad (Pty) Ltd

Dr Phumzile Langa

Dr Phumzile Langa

Director of Rural Education

Department of Basic Education

Michelle Nxumalo

Michelle Nxumalo

Chairperson - Aerospace & Defence Expert

South African Aerospace Maritime Defence Export Council (SAAMDEC)

Candice Stevens

Candice Stevens

Founder & CEO; Co-Chair, IUCN WCPA Sustainable Finance Specialist Group

Sustainable Finance Coalition

Deshun Deysel Bester

Deshun Deysel Bester

Chief Executive Officer

GoPeak International

Zimbini Hill

Zimbini Hill

Chairperson - Governance Leader

Independent Development Trust

Phryne Williams

Phryne Williams

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Capital Assignments

Vino Govender

Vino Govender

Managing Director

LA Consulting Engineers

Diana Rodrigues

Diana Rodrigues

Founder & Author

Resilient Agility

In-house training

Bring the classroom
to your boardroom.

Every programme in our catalogue - plus ten executive masterclass disciplines - can be tailored to your organisation's mandate and delivered at your premises, at a venue of your choosing, or online.

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programme fits?

Ask our assistant, or speak to the team directly on +27 11 791 1535.