Gauteng Investment Conference secures R200 billion in new pledges as Telkom highlights digital economy priorities
Date: 2026-04-10
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
The
Gauteng Investment Conference 2026 has secured R200 billion in new investment
pledges, bringing the province’s total commitments to more than R500 billion
toward a three-year target of R800 billion.
Telkom
Group said the outcome of the conference reflects growing investor confidence
and momentum in Gauteng’s economic growth strategy.
Telkom
Group Chief Executive Officer Serame Taukobong participated in a panel
discussion alongside leaders from the ICT, financial, and academic sectors,
focusing on how to convert investment pledges into bankable projects.
Discussions
centered on the need for enabling conditions such as clear and supportive
policy frameworks, reliable power supply, and well-structured projects capable
of attracting capital and delivering measurable outcomes.
Telkom
noted that these factors are critical to building a competitive digital economy
and driving infrastructure-led growth. The company reaffirmed its commitment to
supporting the alignment of policy, investment, and execution required to
unlock South Africa’s next phase of economic development.
