Johan Steyn
Special Interest Group on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics with the IITPSA (Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa)
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Johan Steyn is a leading voice in Artificial Intelligence in Africa, known for his work as a writer, speaker, and academic. A former consultant with Accenture and PwC, he now serves as a Research Fellow at Stellenbosch University and an Adjunct Professor at Woxsen University. He contributes to executive education at the University of Cape Town and advises on South Africa’s national AI strategy. Johan regularly writes for major publications and advocates for ethical, responsible AI through his roles with the African Academy of AI and other global forums.
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- AI & Automation Strategy
- Digital transformation
- Executive training
- Public speaking, keynotes, interviews and panel discussions
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