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The waves may have settled, but this one still makes a splash. From creative concept to on-site execution, OEJ delivered SA's most affordable EV with precision, atmosphere, and all the right vibes. Shout out to our client @BYDsouthafrica for a #powerpartnership  #WeStageBrands

August was a full sprint. From pre-prod to post-show, @AI_EmpoweredSA took centre stage. 50+ speakers. 2 days. 1 small-but-mighty team making it all happen. And yes, we even found time to hit a concert or two. #OneEyedJackSA #AugustRecap

From bold predictions to real-world strategies, day two was the summit’s final word, and it landed. AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town 2025, that’s a wrap! #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

The doors opened. The minds followed. Day one at AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town? Delivered. #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

One more sleep. Tomorrow we throw the switch on AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town, and trust us, this one hits different. Bold voices. Big ideas. Sharp tools. The future pulls in at the @CTICC_Official tomorrow. See you there. #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

The wait is almost over. Next week, AI Empowered SA, inspired by EO Cape Town takes over Cape Town with two days of global voices, bold ideas and tools for the AI era. Tickets are moving. Book yours today: aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

Built it. Scaled it. Sold it. Twice. Now he’s helping others do the same with a little help from AI. Meet Mike Scott, a two-time exited founder, business coach, and APAC Director at Warp Development. With over 20 years of experience building and scaling software businesses, Mike knows what it takes to grow smart, and how to use AI to do it faster. Join Mike at AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town, as he unpacks how AI is transforming business growth and team scalability in the real world. 8 August | @CTICC_Official Cape Town Tickets: aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

When AI can write the news, who decides what’s true? Who controls the narrative when machines start to report? We’ve got @ChrisRoper asking the hard questions. As Senior Strategist at @Code4Africa former Editor-in-Chief at @mailandguardian and 24.com, and author of the SA Digital News Reports (2019–2025), Chris brings sharp insight into journalism’s AI future. At AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town, he joins journalist Karen Allen for a bold conversation on the role of truth, journalism, and identity in the age of AI. 8 August 2025 | @CTICC_Official Book now: aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

Still deciding? Your AI assistant is two clicks away from booking it for you. You know what to do. Choose your two-day ticket access: General – R3,600 Premium – R4,700 VIP – R7,700 To see what is included under each ticket category, visit our website. Lock in your spot now: aiempowered.co.za 7–8 August | @CTICC_Official Cape Town #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

Award-winning. Widely published. Sharp and incisive. @stevensidley has written seven books, delivered keynotes on global stages, and made a career out of decoding the future. His latest obsession? AI and the fine bright line between abundance and catastrophe. Session: We’re All Gonna Die: Unravelling the Utopian vs Dystopian Prognoses for Artificial Intelligence Brace yourself. This keynote dives into the promises, panic, and possible futures of AI, from existential threats to mind-blowing breakthroughs Live at AI Empowered inspired by EO Cape Town | 7–8 Aug | @CTICC_Official Tickets: aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

The countdown is on. AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town, proudly produced by One-eyed Jack lands at the @CTICC_Official on 7 and 8 August.  Tickets are selling fast Book now at aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

AI isn’t coming. It’s here. If ready to go deeper, this is where it happens. Two days. Forty-plus speakers. AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town 7–8 August | @official_cticc aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

If AI had a hype man, it’d be this guy. “Hi, I’m Michael, and I’m obsessed with what tech can do for people.” As Head of AI at Pepkor IT, he’s turning chaos into clarity, data into decisions, and AI into real retail magic. From stockrooms to shopping journeys, he’s rethinking how big business connects with customers in a smarter, faster and better way. Catch him on the AI in Retail panel at AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town, hosted by the brilliant @CathLuckhoff 7 August | @CTICC_Official Cape Town aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

80% of retail execs expect their supply chains to be automated by 2025. And guess what? It’s already happening. - Robot restocking at Walmart - Checkout-free Amazon Go stores  - AI-powered demand forecasts at Sephora - Scan & go at Pick n Pay - Personalised promos from Nike - WhatsApp chatbots at Makro This is what retail automation really looks like and at AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town, we’re unpacking all of it with the big retail giants in the room. Cape Town | 7–8 August This is the last week of early bird ticket sales. Tickets available at aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

AI is reshaping how work gets done, and who does it. On 7 Aug, Nevo Hadas, (Smartfill, @dydxdigital ) moderates a must-attend panel of industry leaders exploring how AI is transforming roles, teams, and traditional organisational structures. With insights from @jarredcinman (CEO, VML), and senior voices from some of the world's top consultancies, this session will help you rethink your org chart before the future does it for you. Limited Early Bird tickets available at aiempowered.co.za 7 August 2025 | Cape Town International Convention Centre @CTICC_Official #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTownr

The world's evolving fast. Is our education system keeping up? In an AI-powered future, being job-ready just isn't enough. What if we stopped prepping kids for titles and started teaching them to create value? Enter @shirleyeadie Harvard-trained strategist and CEO of Whole Human Studios. At AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town, she's asking the big one: What is the purpose of education in the age of AI? If you care about the future of work and education, this is the talk to see. 7–8 August 2025 | Cape Town International Convention Centre @CTICC_Official Tickets: aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

How is AI quietly transforming the way you shop… before you even click “buy”? Now that’s scary. From smarter stock forecasting to hyper-personalised experiences, AI is reshaping retail behind the scenes and Louise Liddell, Senior Solutions Architect at AWS, is right at the forefront. At AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town, Louise joins a panel unpacking the real-world strategies, tools, and tech driving the next wave of smart commerce. Moderated by Catherine Lückhoff, the panel brings together retail innovation leaders including: • Jose Rodrigues, Chief Data Analytics Officer at Woolworths • Michael Yolland, Head of Artificial Intelligence at Pepkor Expect insight on: • Predictive analytics in customer behaviour • Smarter inventory and logistics systems • How cloud-native AI is powering scalable retail transformation This is not your average webinar replay. It's an on-the-ground conversation with the people building the future. 8 August 2025 | Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) Tickets available now: aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

If you could ask the CIO of @Discovery_SA anything about AI and healthcare, what would it be? - Will robots operate on us? - Can algorithms detect disease before symptoms even appear? - What does AI really mean for the future of health? Good questions and exactly the kind that Derek Wilcocks, Group CIO at Discovery, will explore with the audience at AI Empowered, inspired by EO Cape Town. As the global burden of aging and non-communicable diseases continues to grow, the role of AI in transforming healthcare is more urgent than ever. In this forward-looking session, Derek will unpack how AI is helping shift healthcare from reactive treatment to proactive prevention. Expect real-world insights, strategic takeaways, and a fresh perspective on how AI is reshaping the future of health and longevity. 8 August 2025 | Cape Town International Convention Centre Tickets available now: aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown

30% OFF EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE FLYING! AI Empowered lands in Cape Town on 7–8 August 2025, and this is not your typical tech conference. Designed for entrepreneurs, business leaders, creatives, and the simply AI-curious, AI Empowered is all about making artificial intelligence accessible, practical, and inspiring, showing how it’s transforming the way we live, work, learn, and lead. Early Bird tickets are limited, don’t miss out: Full access to both event days (7 & 8 August) Entry to all stages, keynotes & panels Access to AI demos, activations & networking Current pricing (before it goes up): • General Access: R3,600 (increases to R4,600) • Premium Group Pass: R4,300 (increases to R5,600) • Premium Access: R4,700 (increases to R6,000) • VIP Access: R7,700 (increases to R9,200) Grab your seat at aiempowered.co.za #AIEmpowered #EOCapeTown #AIforBusiness #AIinLife