EDUCONNECT MEDIA FUTURE ECONOMY & CAREER EXPO 2026
Family
Mon, 28 Sept · 09:00 · Johannesburg Business School - UJ JBS
69 Kingsway Avenue, Auckland Park
Free
Preparing learners for the careers, skills and opportunities of tomorrow. Event Title: Future Economy Conference & Career Expo 2026 Where learners connect to tomorrow's careers. A national platform bridging education and industry — 28 September 2026, hosted at UJ. Full Event Description: The Future Economy Conference & Career Expo 2026 brings together learners, parents, educators, universities, TVET colleges and industry leaders for a full day exploring where South Africa's economy is headed - and how to build a career in it. Hosted at the University of Johannesburg's JBS Park , this national platform connects Grade 11–12 learners directly with the organizations shaping the future of work. Following the success of our 2025 conference at UJ, this year's edition expands beyond a single career pathway to reflect the full breadth of South Africa's future economy. Showcasing: AI • Fintech • Logistics • Supply Chain • Digital Transformation • Emerging Technologies • Retail • Manufacturing • Engineering • Hospitality • Entrepreneurship • Future Skills What to expect: Live exhibitions from leading universities, TVET colleges and corporate partners Panel discussions and keynote sessions with industry leaders Direct access to bursary, internship and graduate programme information Career guidance across business, technology, finance, logistics and entrepreneurship Who should attend: Grade 11–12 learners, parents, educators, university and TVET representatives, and organizations looking to engage the next generation of talent. Date: 28 September 2026 Venue: UJ, JBS Park, 69 Kingsway Ave, Auckland Park Organized by Educonnect Media, hosted at the University of Johannesburg.
Get tickets