Why AI Needs a South African Strategy – And a Local Conversation

What’s the real reason we’re bringing together South Africa’s brightest data minds, product leaders, and digital decision-makers at Domo Connections?

Because if we want AI to actually work for local businesses—not just wow us with buzzwords—we need to rethink how we talk about it.

YOUKNOW Technologies and Domo are co-hosting this event series in Cape Town (8 April) and Johannesburg (10 April) to make space for one thing: a real, practical, no-fluff conversation about AI readiness, data maturity, and unlocking business value.

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Why Now, and Why Here?

South African businesses are under pressure to “do something with AI.” But without the right foundation—good data, collaborative teams, and the right strategy—AI is just noise.

That’s where Domo Connections comes in.

We’re creating a space to:

• Talk honestly about what’s working (and what’s not)
• Share stories from local leaders
• Help you build a data and AI game plan that actually makes sense

This isn’t about tech demos or theory. It’s about making AI work for South African businesses.

Learn more about how YOUKNOW helps businesses with digital transformation.

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What You’ll Get Out of It

• 🎤 Keynotes from Domo experts on real-world AI + automation
• 🔥 Fireside chats with leaders from Pick n Pay, ABSA, Webber Wentzel, and more
• 💬 Panel Q&A where you can bring your challenges
• 🥂 Networking drinks to meet people who actually get it

Read “Find out how turning your data into insights can give your business a competitive advantage.” to learn more about Domo. 

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The Value? Practical Insight Meets Community.

You’ll leave with:

• A clearer view of where your data maturity really is
• Tangible steps toward AI readiness
• New ideas (and connections) to bring back to your team

Whether you’re in product, data, marketing or ops—this event is for you if you want to turn data into decisions.

Discover our DOMO product page to see the platform in action.
Chat to our Solutions Team for personalised AI and data strategy help.

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Join the Conversation

📍 Cape Town – 8 April

📍 Johannesburg – 10 April 

We might have a few seats left, so if you are interested, DM Alex Hoyland