Theme: Amplifying Empowerment: South Africa’s Deepening Inequality Crisis and Measures to Accelerate Transformation
The BMF Policy Conference is the organisation’s flagship policy engagement platform — convening leaders in business, government, academia and civil society to address structural inequality and propose bold, transformative solutions.
This year’s conference will centre on practical measures to tackle South Africa’s deepening inequality, with a focus on black professionals, women, youth, and SMMEs.
Held in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape — a province that reflects the stark realities of marginalisation — the 2025 edition will be a critical space for dialogue, accountability and action.
Conference Themes
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The Black Economic Agenda in Focus
A frank conversation on progress, gaps, and the future of black economic empowerment in democratic South Africa. -
The Role of Enterprise Supplier Development (ESD)
How ESD can drive sustainable growth and increase market access for black-owned businesses. -
BEE Perception: 31 Years On
Featuring research led by BMF in partnership with Henley Business School, Standard Bank and Brand SA. -
South Africa’s G20 Presidency
Exploring how black business can leverage South Africa’s global economic positioning for local impact. -
Corporate SA and the Future of Black Leadership
Interrogating leadership transformation in boardrooms and executive management structures.