About the convention
Broadcasters. Ideas. Possibilities.
Focus areas
Six things the region is deciding right now
Explore the issues shaping the programme.
Satellite distribution
Next-generation satellite distribution models for the African market
Content archives & AI
AI-powered systems for content archiving, preservation, and retrieval
Cloud operations
Leveraging the cloud for scalable, resilient, and cost-effective broadcast operations
Hybrid delivery
Hybrid cloud-satellite workflows for content delivery and disaster recovery
Audience intelligence
Leveraging AI for audience analytics, measurement, and advertising optimisation
Automated newsrooms
The future of automated newsrooms and production workflows



Programme
The conversations ahead
MC Observes Protocol / Honour of Dignitaries
National Anthem
Arrivals & Registration| Networking Tea & Coffee
Welcome, Acknowledgements and Introductions by MC
Keynote: What We Owe the Audience: Public Service Broadcast Values in the Age of Algorithms
MASTERCLASS SESSION
Annual General Assembly (AGM) of the Southern Africa Broadcasting Association - SABA
SABA Awards Ceremony
1. Copolia Trail Hike & Beach Picnic
• Guided hike along the scenic Copolia Trail, followed by • A Picnic at Port Glaud Beach.
2. Sainte Anne Marine Park & Moyenne Island Excursion
• Full-day guided catamaran cruise to Sainte Anne Marine Park and Moyenne Island.
3. Festival Kreol 2026
• Dimans Kreol Borlanmer, taking place at Beau Vallon Beach.
Programme speakers
Meet the voices shaping the industry

Benjamin Pius
Chief Executive Officer · Broadcast Media Africa

Bérard Duprès
Chief Executive Officer · Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation

Nathalie Rose
Deputy CEO · Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation

Mlamuli Dlamini
Chief Executive Officer · Eswatini TV

Menesia Muinjo
Director General · Namibia Broadcasting Corporation

Helliate Rushwaya
Board Chairperson · Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation

The venue
Avani+ Barbarons, Mahé
Avani+ Barbarons, Mahé – Seychelles. The convention takes place from 22 to 25 October 2026. Accommodation information is available on the Accommodation page.








