FAQs
Questions, answered.
Tickets, payment, visas, what's included, the evenings and recordings. Can't find your answer? Email info@apea.international.
Tickets and payment
Buying and changing a pass.
Which pass should I buy?
Choose the category that matches the capacity you're attending in. A lecturer sent by a university is Civil Society, Academic & TVET; the same lecturer advising a ministry is Government & Public Sector. Young people 35 or under can always choose Youth & Student. Compare passes.
When does early bird close?
On 15 December 2026 at 23:59 SAST. Full price starts on 16 December. Each category has a fixed number of places across early bird and full price, so a category can sell out before then.
When do sales close?
Full-price sales close on Friday 5 March 2027. Late registration runs from 6 to 12 March 2027 at full price plus 10%, only while places remain.
Can I pay in US dollars?
Yes. Every category has a USD price, which is the rand price plus about 5%, rounded up to the nearest $10. Request an invoice to pay in USD.
Do you offer group rates?
10% off for five or more delegates in the same category from one institution. Group bookings.
How many passes can I buy in one order?
Up to five per online order. For six or more, build your order on the Group & institutional bookings page and download a pro-forma invoice straight away.
How do I get a free Investor or Press Pass?
Apply through the vetting form on the Investor Pass or Media & press page. The AFSI team reviews every application within five working days and issues the pass to approved applicants. These passes can't be booked directly online.
Is there an event app?
Yes. Inkundla Connect has the programme, your badge, the delegate directory, meetings and the live sessions. Sign in with the email and ticket number from your ticket. How it works.
Is there a day pass?
Yes, R4 000 ($260), counted inside the Government or Industry allocation.
Can I buy a ticket to the Gala Dinner or the Commitment Reception?
No. The Executive Pass is the only ticket that includes the evenings, and it includes both. Neither can be bought separately.
What does a pass include?
Each pass is for one named person and covers the days and sessions listed on the tickets page, with refreshments and lunch. Travel, accommodation and visas are not included.
Can I get a refund?
More than 60 days before 22 March 2027 (before 21 January 2027): a full refund less a 10% administration fee. From 21 January to 20 February 2027: 50%. From 21 February 2027: no refund, but you can transfer your pass. Full refunds apply in the case of death or serious illness. Ticket terms.
Can I transfer my pass?
Yes, free of charge, by email up to 7 days before the Indaba. After that, transfers may be possible on site with proof of booking. Passes can't be resold for profit.
I have a code. How do I use it?
Codes look like AFSI27-PREFIX-XXXXXX. Enter yours at checkout. How to redeem.
At the Indaba
Sessions, languages and recordings.
Which sessions are closed?
Both Global Chambers, the Executive Gala Dinner, the Leaders' Co-Investment Compact Breakfast and some working sessions run under the Chatham House Rule. Session listings say so. Please don't record or post from them.
Which languages will be used?
All sessions run in English until further notice.
Will sessions be recorded or streamed?
The Opening Ceremony, the Day One synthesis, the Global Leaders' Summit, the Public Session and the Closing Ceremony are live-streamed, and open sessions may be recorded. Closed sessions are never recorded. If you prefer not to appear in close-up photos, ask for the coloured lanyard at registration.
Can young people under 18 attend?
Learners take part through the Schools Policy Simulation, with written parental consent and separate photography consent, accompanied by a teacher. Safeguarding.
What will I get after the Indaba?
Digital copies of every published output, founding membership of the Africa Future Skills Network and a certificate of attendance.