Sanctions, AML/Anti-Corruption & Trade Controls in South Africa, 27 – 28 October 2026, Johannesburg, South Africa
Sanctions, AML/Anti-Corruption & Trade Controls in South Africa, 27 – 28 of October, Johannesburg, South Africa
Navigating Sanctions Compliance, Financial Crime Risks & Ethical Trade in a Complex Regulatory Landscape.
Sanctions, AML/Anti-Corruption & Trade Controls in South Africa is a high-level forum designed for compliance leaders, legal experts, risk officers, and senior executives navigating the increasingly complex regulatory environment across South Africa and the broader Sub-Saharan region.
Taking place in Johannesburg from 29–30 October 2025, this two-day event brings together leading voices from government, industry, and advisory to unpack critical developments in sanctions enforcement, anti-money laundering (AML) frameworks, anti-bribery laws, and trade controls. The conference offers essential guidance on maintaining compliance, managing exposure, and strengthening internal controls in high-risk sectors.
The event fosters candid discussion in an executive-focused, solution-driven setting, encouraging open dialogue on real-world challenges, emerging threats, and innovative compliance strategies. Through expert-led sessions, interactive panels, and peer networking, participants will leave equipped with actionable tools to navigate regulatory complexity and build more resilient compliance programs tailored to the South African and regional business environment.
- Dr. Ofentse Theledi, Head AML, CFT and Sanctions, Nedbank CIB
- Ms. Ardilah Mohamed, Head of Global Investigations, Danone
- Mr. Calvin Kubayi, Legal Counsel, ABB South Africa
- Mr. Tomell deSilva Ceasar, President and Co-Founder, MEACA
- Ms. Anniza de Wet, Chief Operations Officer, Nation Builder
- Ms. Maurisa Moloto, Senior Programmes Manager, Nation Builder
- Ms. Chelsea Swanepoel, BA LLB Attorney (non-practising), ngoLAW
- Ms. Nicole Copley, BA MLLB (tax) Attorney (non-practising) and Master Tax Practitioner, ngoLAW
- Ms. Mbali Lembede, Head of Legal, Compliance and Security, Barloworld Equipment
- Mr. Martins Ogbolu, Executive Head of Compliance, Vodacom South
- Mr. Peter Feldman, Partner, Dentons
- Mr. Louis Pellegrino, Chair, White Collar and Government Investigations, Dentons
Should you wish to join our esteemed speaker panel at this event, please contact If you are interested in speaking at this conference, please contact Mr. Alex Terry on alex.terry@nielsonsmith.com
The agenda for the Sanctions, AML/ Anti-Corruption, Ethics & Export Controls Conference is prepared by and for industry professionals, and includes the most interesting topics, currently pertinent to the field.
Please contact your NielsonSmith representative to discuss the programme in more depth.
DAY 1
08:15 – 09:00 Registration opens and morning refreshments
09:00 – 09:20 Chairman’s opening address and participants’ introductions
09:20 – 10:20 Sanctions Compliance in Emerging African Markets
10:20 – 11:20 The Evolution of AML Risk in Digital Ecosystems
11:20 – 11:50 Morning Refreshment Break and Networking
11:50 – 13:00 The Capital Capacity Divide
13:00 – 14:15 NETWORKING TABLE D’HÔTE LUNCH
14:15 – 15:15 Panel Discussion: Ethical Leadership in Sanctions, Export Controls and Trade Compliance
15:15 – 15:55 Technology Transfers: The Export You Can’t See
15:55 – 16:25 Afternoon Refreshment Break and Networking
16:25 – 17:15 From Compliance Reporting to Regulatory Intelligence
17:15 – 17:20 Chairman’s closing remarks
17:30 – 18:30 Conference Networking Drinks Reception
DAY 2
08:30 – 08:55 Early morning refreshments and networking
08:55 – 09:00 Chairman’s opening remarks
09:00 – 10:00 Ethics, Whistleblowing and Anti-Corruption: Building a Culture of Integrity
10:00 – 11:00 Preparing for Regulatory Inspections and Enforcement
11:00 – 11:30 Morning Refreshment break and networking
11:30 – 12:30 Compliance and Credibility: The Corporate and Commercial Legal Framework for South African Non-Profits
12:30 – 13:45 NETWORKING TABLE D’HÔTE LUNCH
13:45 – 14:45 Panel Discussion: Financial Crime in Focus: Ethics, AI and Regulatory Expectations
14:45 – 15:30 End-Use and End-User Controls: Looking Beyond Customer Declarations
15:30 – 16:00 Afternoon Refreshment Break and Networking
16:00 – 16:55 Embedding Compliance Across the Business
16:55 – 17:00 Chairman’s remarks
END OF CONFERENCE
If you are interested in speaking at this conference, please contact Mr. Alex Terry on alex.terry@nielsonsmith.com
Co-Organised with:
The Middle East & Africa Compliance Association (MEACA) is a non-profit, volunteer-driven professional body committed to advancing transparency, accountability, and ethical governance across both public and private sectors in the Middle East and Africa. Established to address the growing need for structured compliance frameworks in the region, MEACA serves as a central hub for compliance professionals, offering resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to promote integrity in business practices.
Mission and Vision:
- Vision: To be the leading professional association in the Middle East and Africa, promoting transparency, accountability, and a culture of integrity in both private and public sectors.
- Mission: To empower compliance professionals with the skills, resources, and knowledge to be effective ambassadors of goodwill within their respective companies and communities. MEACA seeks to foster and nurture a business context where good governance, adherence to laws, ethics, and transparency are the international norm, not the exception.
Core Activities:
- Professional Development: MEACA offers training programs, workshops, and seminars aimed at enhancing the competencies of compliance professionals.
- Networking Opportunities: The association organizes events and conferences to facilitate the exchange of ideas and best practices among professionals in the field.
- Advocacy and Thought Leadership: MEACA engages with policymakers and industry leaders to advocate for robust compliance standards and ethical business practices.
- Mentorship Programs: Committed to nurturing the next generation of compliance professionals, MEACA provides mentorship opportunities to guide and support emerging talent in the industry
Through these initiatives, MEACA aims to build a resilient compliance culture that supports sustainable economic growth and enhances the global reputation of the Middle East and Africa as regions committed to ethical business conduct.
Event Partners:
Dentons advises clients across industries on all aspects of trade, customs and regulatory compliance. Operating in over 80 countries and more than 200 locations worldwide, we support businesses in managing the impact of EU customs reforms, sustainability requirements and changing trade policies. Our lawyers help clients develop effective compliance systems, address tariff, origin and valuation issues, and resolve customs or enforcement matters. Working closely with regulators and policymakers, Dentons provides clear, practical advice to help clients manage risk and keep goods and services moving efficiently across borders.
Should you wish to become our Partner at this event, please contact Mr. Devansh Dubey on Devansh.Dubey@nielsonsmith.com
Full 2-Day Conference Ticket Price for 1 person – 350 USD
Including the Company-wide Post-Event Microsite license for 1 year
The in-person event includes sessions, lunch, refreshments and available documentation. Please contact us for Groups. Please note: “Vendor” companies may attend as sponsors only.
Conference Venue
Corner 5th Street &, Maude St, Sandton, 2031, South Africa
Accommodation Allotment
TBC
Information
Delegate tickets are for in-house participants only. Compliance vendors may only attend by becoming a sponsor, please request a prospectus via the button below. Vendors purchasing tickets will not gain access to the event and will receive only a 70% refund.
