See the latest webinars, conferences and events hosted by Knowledge Management South Africa! EVENTS KMSA Event Schedule 2026 We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your continued support of KMSA. Your commitment and engagement are what make this organization thrive, and we truly appreciate your involvement. This year, we have put together a packed programme filled with exciting events, valuable learning opportunities, and meaningful networking experiences. We are confident that these activities will bring great value to your membership and enhance your professional journey. We encourage you to participate in all that we have planned and make the most of what KMSA has to offer. Your engagement is key to making our events even more impactful! Looking forward to seeing you at our upcoming gatherings. Thank you for being a valued part of KMSA! Past Events 16 - 21 October - KM Week 19 September - Panel Discussion - Panel Discussion: Collaboration: Applying and adapting a KM practitioner’s toolkit in a hybrid KM future 21 & 22 August - Imbizo - "The future of Knowledge Management is hybrid " 11 July - Webinar - "Data rich, but knowledge poor” - Speaker: Charl Theron June - Webinar - AI, ML, cloud are not traditionally part of the KM practitioners toolkit – key considerations. 30 May - Panel Discussion - Reporting line of a KM function for optimal success: cases and use cases, different models. March - Webinar - The metaverse and implications for KM and practitioner Need more details? Contact us We are here to assist. Contact us by phone, email or via our social media channels. Contact Us

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Knowledge Management South Africa supports the research and development of knowledge management practices in both private and public sectors. Knowledge Management South Africa A Society For Knowledge Management Professionals The society is a non-profit voluntary association governed by an elected management board, and hosted by an association management company for its day to day operations. The society supports the research and development of knowledge management practices in both the private and public sectors. Articles Quarter 1 edition Quarter 2 edition KMSA 2025 Awards: Celebrating Knowledge Excellence Read more We profile a KMSA member Constance Kekana Read more PATRON SPONSOR OUR KM SERVICE PROVIDERS Read More Need more details? Contact us Contact Us We are here to assist. Contact us by phone, email or via our social media channels.

The society supports the research and development of knowledge management practices in both private and public sectors. ABOUT KMSA Knowledge Management South Africa The society is a non-profit voluntary association governed by an elected management board, and hosted by an association management company for its day to day operations. The society serves its members by sourcing, developing and presenting on best international and localised practices in the profession using: Conferences and Workshops White Papers and Case Studies Standards and Benchmarking The society supports the research and development of knowledge management practices in both private and public sectors. Click here for more information on becoming a member. "Knowledge Management is the process of creating, retaining, sharing, and better utilising the knowledge and information assets of an organisation to achieve its objectives" Our Team Board Committee Kelebogile Mosimege Chairperson Dr. Refiloe Mabaso Content and Strategy Committee Chair Jeanette Seko Professionalization Committee Chair Dr. Thinus Bekker Damian Sakoor Deputy Chairperson Prof. Martie Mearns Wisdom Ndashe Awards and Recognition Committee Chair Thamsanqa Makamba Thenjiwe Roda Secretariat Board Governance Founding Constitution The society is a common law "voluntary association" based in Bryanston Johannesburg. Its constitution was adopted on 30 August 2017 in Sandton, by the founding members. Management Board The governance and operational strategies of the association are in the hands of a management board consisting of a chairperson, vice chairperson and elected members. National Secretariat The society is hosted by an "association management company " providing its executive arm, including its national office, day to day leadership and administration. Workgroups Events and Community Development Standardisation Professionalisation Marketing and Public Relations Professionalisation & Code of Conduct The association aspires to the professionalisation of knowledge management practitioners. To this end a code of conduct will be introduced in due course and processes will be set in motion to register the organisation as a professional body with the South African Qualifications Authority. Need more details? Contact us We are here to assist. Contact us by phone, email or via our social media channels. Contact Us

Knowledge Management South Africa presents The metaverse and implications for KM and practitioners presented by Prof Hanlie Smuts THE METAVERSE AND IMPLICATIONS FOR KM AND PRACTITIONERS Presented by: Prof Hanlie Smuts Webinar Tuesday, 28 March 2023 14:00 - 15:00 CAT Have you heard terms like alternative world, replica of the real world, mixed reality, and network of virtual worlds? Do you believe that the metaverse will alter the KM space? Knowledge management is currently changing significantly anyway. The question is whether the metaverse will disrupt, or innovate KM. In this webinar we will share foundational concepts and background about the metaverse. We will explore the opportunities presented by the metaverse and identify impacts on KM. REGISTRATION FEES: Fees: KMSA Paid Up Members: No charge | Non-members: R450 | Students: R250 Cancellation: Cancellation needs to be done in writing at least 72 hours prior to the webinar. CPD: Please note this webinar is CPD accredited, and members who attend the session will be awarded 2 CPD points. Registrants who do not attend will not receive any CPD points.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of nominations for the prestigious KMSA Awards for Excellence for the following categories: Chairperson's Award and the new Champion Award. Knowledge Management South Africa (KMSA) Awards for Excellence We are thrilled to announce the prestigious KMSA Awards for Excellence for the following categories: Chairperson's Award – recognising outstanding contributions to the field of Knowledge Management. This distinguished award is divided into two sub-categories: Individual Organisation The Individual category seeks to honour exceptional knowledge management (KM) professionals who have demonstrated remarkable achievements and profound impact within the KM profession. Nominees in this category should have a proven track record of years of practice in KM, providing traceable and measurable evidence of their work in the field. They should showcase significant contributions and support for Knowledge Management, illustrating the impact they have made in the KM field. Moreover, nominees should exemplify leadership qualities by influencing change or spearheading new directions to benefit the profession. This can be demonstrated through examples of excellence, vision, growth resoluteness, resilience, determination as well as innovative initiatives that have enhanced the profession. Nominees should also showcase active participation in KM programs, involvement in the professionalisation, study and standardisation of knowledge management practices as well as their dedication to championing KMSA's vision, goals, and programs. In the Organisation category, we aim to honour entities that have made outstanding contributions to the field of Knowledge Management as a whole. Nominees should demonstrate a deep commitment to fostering a culture of knowledge sharing, innovation, and collaboration within their organisation and industries. The organisation should have implemented effective KM initiatives that have had a significant positive impact. Additionally, nominees should showcase their active participation in KM programs, their support for the professionalisation and standardisation of KM practices, and their efforts in enabling, supporting, and encouraging cooperation and partnerships that benefit the field of Knowledge Management. KMSA Champion Award: Public Voting category The KMSA is thrilled to announce the introduction of a new and dynamic award category: the KMSA Champion Award. This accolade is designed to recognise and celebrate the exceptional contributions of our members who support the work of KMSA. It is a special recognition that honours individuals who have demonstrated unwavering commitment to the association's values and goals. This award acknowledges members who not only support the KMSA's initiatives but also actively participate in its various activities, thereby contributing significantly to the advancement of the community. Criteria for Nomination To be eligible for the KMSA Champion Award, nominees must meet the following criteria: Good Standing : The nominee must be a current member of the KMSA in good standing. This includes being paid up adherence to the association's rules and regulations and maintaining an active membership status. Advocacy : The nominee should have a proven track record of advocating for the KMSA's endeavours and referrals for memberships. This includes promoting the association's mission, vision, and activities within the broader community. Active Participation : The nominee must actively participate in KMSA activities. This includes attending events, contributing to discussions, volunteering for committees and conference activities, presenting at webinars i.e. speakers, and engaging with other members in meaningful ways. Collaborative Project with KMSA : initiated and supported collaborative projects with KMSA e.g. KM Knowledge Week initiatives and driven sponsorship opportunities for KMSA. Social Media Butterfly : The nominee is active on the association’s social media platforms through posting, resharing and creating awareness on KMSA events and initiatives. KMSA Champion Award Public Voting In an exciting twist, the KMSA Champion Award will feature a public voting component. This allows the entire KMSA community to take part in selecting the champion among the shortlisted nominees. Here's how the process will unfold: Nominations : Members of the KMSA can nominate an individual they believe exemplify the qualities of a KMSA Champion. Shortlisting: The evaluation committee will review the nominations and shortlist candidates based on the award criteria. Public Voting : The shortlisted candidates will be presented to the entire KMSA community before the 2025 Imbizo, who will thereafter cast their votes for the nominee they feel most deserving of the accolade. Top 3 and Award Ceremony : The top three nominees who receive the highest number of votes will be announced during the KMSA Awards Dinner 2025 on 25 August 2025 in Franschhoek, which forms part of the KMSA Imbizo. Following this announcement, voting lines will open for Imbizo participants to cast their final votes and determine the 2025 KMSA Champion We believe that the KMSA Champion Award will not only shine a spotlight on the outstanding efforts of our members but also encourage a culture of active participation and advocacy that will propel the KMSA to new heights. Please note that all nominations should be accompanied by detailed evidence and examples that substantiate the nominee's qualifications in accordance with the criteria outlined. Together, let us acknowledge and honour those who have dedicated themselves to advancing Knowledge Management and its impact on our professional community. Nominations closed on the 31st of July 2025. Knowledge Management South Africa (KMSA) Awards for Excellence KMSA IMBIZO August 2024 2024 Award Winners 2024 Champion Award Winners Constance Kekana and Kelebogile Mosimege 2024 Champion Award Winner Constance Kekana 2024 Legacy Recognition of an Institution Won by University of Johannesburg Department of Information & Knowledge Management Prize accepted by Martie Mearns 2024 Legacy Recognition Winner Joanne Cornelissen (prize accepted by Retha Prinsloo) Our prestigious Chairpersons Award went to Elmi Bester

The Essentials of Knowledge Transfer Author: AQC Publication date: 13 March 2025 In this interactive session, part of APQC’s “KM Essentials” series, experts Lynda Braksiek, Cindy Hubert, and Darcy Lemons guided participants through a framework for effective and intentional knowledge transfer. Access session slides More from APQC

Celebrating Knowledge Excellence In the evolving world of knowledge-driven organisations, recognition matters . Not only does it affirm the strides made by professionals and institutions in advancing the discipline, but it also reinforces the core values that define successful knowledge ecosystems: collaboration, innovation, advocacy, and measurable impact . In this spirit, KMSA is proud to open the call for nominations for the 2025 KMSA Awards for Excellence , with the nomination window closing on 15 July 2025 . These prestigious awards will be conferred at the KMSA Imbizo in August 2025 . Why the KMSA Awards for Excellence? The KMSA Awards are not just ceremonial tokens—they are a strategic pillar in promoting the professionalisation and visibility of Knowledge Management across all sectors. Here's why they matter. They Inspire Excellence and Innovation They Build a Stronger KM Community They Promote Sector-Wide Learning They Advocate for Professional Identity They Recognise Unsung Heroes 2025 Award Categories The 2025 Awards celebrate a wide spectrum of contributions: KMSA Chairperson’s Award – Individual Honouring KM professionals who have made profound and lasting impact in advancing KM. KMSA Chairperson’s Award – Organisation Recognising institutions that have embedded KM into their operations, culture, and innovation. KMSA Champion Award – Public Voting Category A dynamic new award celebrating members who passionately promote KMSA's goals and lead community engagement, now open to public voting. Academic’s Award Recognising contributions to KM knowledge through research and publications. KMSA Legend’s Recognition Honouring individuals whose lifelong contributions have helped shape KM in South Africa. Key Dates Nominations Open : Now Closing Date : 15 July 2025 Award Ceremony : KMSA Imbizo – August 2025 Click here to nominate Nominations are open to all Each submission must include a portfolio of evidence, outlining the nominee’s impact, innovation, and alignment with each criteria. Self-nominations are welcome and must be supported with testimonials and documentation. Nominate today. Celebrate excellence. Shape the future. The KMSA Champion Award – Your Voice Matters In a vibrant new addition to the awards, the KMSA Champion Award will be determined by the public. Members will vote on a shortlist of nominees who actively support KMSA programmes, drive awareness, and foster partnerships. It is an exciting way to let the community choose its champion .

Theme: Championing a knowledge-sharing culture Championing a knowledge-sharing culture involves creating an environment where individuals and teams actively share information, expertise, and insights to drive learning and innovation. Call for Papers Registration KMSA Imbizo 2026 26-28 August 2026 Dear KMSA Community, Knowledge Management Scholars and Practitioners It’s our great pleasure to invite you to KMSA Imbizo 2026, which is being organised by KMSA, and will be hosted at Oubaai Hotel and Golf Spa on the stunning Garden Route of South Africa. About our Conference: KMSA Imbizo is dedicated to taking the conversation further, and we have developed our call for papers from the collective knowledge that you contributed at the Imbizo in 2025. We listened to your knowledge need and responded. Theme: Think. Transform. Innovate. Realising Knowledge Value in a Digital Age As you reflect on the journey that KM has undertaken in your organisation, your career or in the greater society, we invite you to consider the implementation needs that the digital age continues to demand from us. We encourage a time to think about our transformative power to innovate knowledge in this digital age. We will consider academic and practitioner papers to build on the conference theme from the following: 1. AI and Digital Transformation in Knowledge Management We are keen to hear how you have put AI to the test by exploring practical and actual wins with AI and KM, or where you expose concerns regarding AI in knowledge management. This track examines practical applications of both the innovative opportunities and potential challenges of AI integration, from enhancing decision-making to addressing ethical considerations in automated knowledge systems, the dangers of hallucination and exposing empty promises towards ensuring improvements. Key topics include: AI-driven knowledge management and maturity models Leveraging big data and digital platforms for knowledge sharing Digital transformation through insight-driven innovation From information overload to intelligent insight Smart knowledge for smart nations Balancing innovation with ethical AI deployment 2. Strategic Knowledge Management and Governance Examine knowledge management as a strategic enabler for organisational success, efficiency, and continuous improvement. This track focuses on how KM creates value, drives business agility, and serves as corporate currency in the modern business landscape. Key Topics Include: KM as a strategic tool for efficiency and effectiveness Enabling value creation through knowledge management Knowledge management maturity frameworks Optimising processes and unlocking business agility Knowledge as corporate currency Policy implementation and governance in knowledge management Knowledge value and measurement Transformational leadership as a catalyst for knowledge management 3. Knowledge ecosystems as catalysts for innovation Explore knowledge ecosystems as catalysts for solving “sticky” societal problems, strengthens organisational and community resilience while driving sustainable growth. This track explores knowledge ecosystems as catalysts for innovation, economic development, and adaptive capacity in facing global challenges by connecting diverse stakeholders. Key Topics Include: Building resilient knowledge communities and organisations Harnessing knowledge ecosystems for sustainable growth Knowledge ecosystem development for climate change and global disruptions Innovation and entrepreneurship through knowledge ecosystems Geographic Information System (GIS) integrated KM for strategic decision-making Knowledge mapping and visualisation 4. People-Centric Knowledge Management and Collaboration Place people at the heart of knowledge management initiatives. This track emphasises culturally relevant approaches that honour local wisdom while shaping the future of KM education, governance, and innovation across the continent and beyond. Knowledge sharing, transfer, and retention in various contexts while addressing the human dimensions of KM, including protecting knowledge champions and fostering collaborative cultures need to be embedded. Key Topics Include: People-centric approaches towards workplace adoption of KM practices Knowledge transfer and retention in project environments Building knowledge sharing cultures Empowering and recognising knowledge champions Responsible and inclusive KM (intergenerational, intercultural, interdisciplinary, intersectoral knowledge transfer) Indigenous knowledge preservation and integration Culturally relevant KM frameworks Harnessing knowledge for a digital Africa 5. Embedded KM and future-focussed forecasts Return to foundational principles while looking ahead to emerging trends. This track explores core concepts, essential skills for KM advancement, and the evolving understanding of why knowledge truly is power in the modern era. Key Topics Include: Harnessing knowledge value for a digital future Fast-forward 15 years: KM imagined Evolving role of knowledge managers Evolving skillset requirements of knowledge managers A: Practitioner submissions: Please submit your proposed title and abstract (about 400 words) by clicking on the link below. Click here to submit If you are accepted for the practitioner submission, you will be required to write up a short case study using the included template to start building homegrown case studies as part of the dissemination of knowledge presented at the conference. B: Research submissions: All submissions must be unpublished and not be under review elsewhere. All research submissions will go through a double-blind review process. Your submission will be assessed anonymously by at least two reviewers and managed by the academic program committee. We will be applying for a special issue for our 2026 submissions and will share author guidelines for full papers submissions shortly. To be considered for the research submissions, please submit your proposed title and abstract (about 400 words) by clicking on the link below. Click here to submit Important dates: Deadline for abstracts: 11 February 2026 Notification of abstract acceptance: 25 February 2026 Deadline for full research paper submissions: 2 April 2026 Notification of full research paper acceptances: 11 June 2026 Camera-ready paper submissions: 9 July 2026 Registration details will be announced soon!

KMSA has developed a competency framework, which describes KM performance excellence for South Africa. For KMer’s success, the framework outlines behavioural, core, technical, and personal competencies. MY CAREER Discover the Power of Knowledge: Your Career in Knowledge Management Awaits The world is overflowing with information, and the demand for professionals who can manage, make sense of, and leverage this vast sea of knowledge is continually growing. Welcome to the world of Knowledge Management, a dynamic, rewarding, and exciting career field that sits at the intersection of information technology, business strategy, and human interaction. Knowledge Management (KM) professionals are essential in virtually every industry, helping organizations optimize their use of information, foster innovation, improve efficiency, and gain a competitive advantage. If you're intrigued by the opportunity to shape and manage knowledge in a way that can revolutionize industries, then Knowledge Management is the career path for you. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a business strategist, or a human interaction aficionado, a career in Knowledge Management promises to be rewarding and fulfilling. Empower organizations to make the most of their knowledge, drive innovation, and forge ahead in the competitive marketplace. The future of knowledge is in your hands. Begin your exciting journey in Knowledge Management today. Embark on your KM Journey Today What Makes Knowledge Management Exciting? • Demand for KM Professionals is on the Rise • Variety and Challenge • Impact Across an Entire Organization • Lifelong Learning • The Human Connection Read More... Making KM a value-creating competency: A paradigm shift for KMers In order to perform a specific role effectively, one must have a set of skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal qualities. KMSA has developed a competency framework, which describes KM performance excellence for South Africa. For KMer’s success, the framework outlines behavioural, core, technical, and personal competencies. We are hoping that the framework will enhance the KM profession in SA in two areas: At the Webinar in early August, Kholane took us through the draft competency framework Tracking the impact of learning and development on performance Provide KMers with an understanding of what is expected of them in their job roles and what's considered to be the most important factors for success. Support KMers and their team development of competencies (Continuous Professional Development). Better recruitment and retention standards KM has been treated like an auxiliary function which is more susceptible to restructuring because the Senior Managers do not understand what “KMers do”. Support Human Resources Managers (Recruiters) and Human Resources Development (Learning and Development) in evaluating the capabilities and potential of each Kmer. r e-Imbizo 2022 presentation around the KM Competency Framework Need more details? Contact us We are here to assist. Contact us by phone, email or via our social media channels. Contact Us

Knowledge Management is the process of creating, retaining, sharing and better utilising the knowledge and information assets of an organisation to achieve its objectives. 21 May webinar - Rewarding Excellence