Programme Overview
Day 1:
Gala Dinner
13 May 2025 | 19h00 | Dress code: Smart casual
Kick off the conference with our special introductory session—an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and enjoy an evening of networking and engaging conversations in a relaxed setting.
Day 2:
Conference Details
IFTRIP 2025: Global Risk Resilience Conference
Harnessing Collaborative Power in a Shifting Global Landscape.
MC: Lerato Mbele
Day 1: Resilience in the Face of Global Threats
The first day of the conference will explore how countries and sectors can effectively respond to emerging threats through collaborative strategies, focusing on resilience, security, and innovation.
Schedule:
- 08h00 - 09h00: Arrival & Registration
- 09h00 - 09h20: Opening Ceremony
- 09h20 – 09h30: Welcome
- 09h30 – 09h45: Formal opening from the IFTRIP Representative.
- 09h45 – 10h00: Mpumi Tyikwe to introduce Keynote speaker
- 10h00 – 10:45: Keynote Address
- 10:45 – 11:05: Tea Break
- 11:05 – 11:35: The rise of political violence in the world
- 11h35 – 12h05: From Terrorism to Cyclone: Expanding State-Owned Insurance for a Changing Climate
- 12h05 – 12h35: Panel Discussion: The geopolitical impact on security and resilience
- 12h35 – 13h35: Lunch
- 13h35 – 14h05: Panel Discussion: New approaches to Risk Modelling and Probable Maximum Loss (PML)
- 14:35 – 15:05: Harnessing technology for risk mitigation - Sasria's approach to predicting and mitigating social unrest
- 15:05 – 15:35: Global Risks Impacting PVT and SRCC (Natural Disasters, Legal and Illegal Immigration)
- 15:35 – 16:05: Tea Break
- 16:05 – 16:35: Global Violence and Protest insights
- 16:35 – 16:45: Closing
- 16:45: Canape Dinner
Day 2: Innovative Risk Management
The second day addresses emerging challenges in risk management, from cyber-terrorism and political violence to ransom and kidnapping. Discussions redefine risks and explore future strategies.
Schedule:
- 08h00 - 09h00: Arrival and Tea
- 09h00 – 09h10: Welcome
- 09h10 – 09h55: Geopolitics in Crisis: How Global Conflicts and Resource Threats Shape International Relations
- 09h55 – 10h25: Alternative Sources of Capital: CAT Bonds
- 10h25 – 10h55: Panel Discussion 1: Contract clarity and certainty
- 10h55 – 11h15: Tea Break
- 11h15 – 11h45: Assessing the impact of global elections on political stability
- 11h45 – 12h15: The future of cyber terrorism and political violence
- 12h15 – 12h45: The business impact of the South African July 2021 Unrest: Lessons learned and future preparedness
- 12h45 – 13h30: Kidnapping, Ransom, and Natural Catastrophes
- 13h30 – 13h40: Closing Remarks
- 13h40: Lunch
- 14h30: Groot Constantia Winefarm visit
- Conference Ends
Disclaimer: The agenda is subject to change without notice. Check the event website for updates.
