Dr Riaan Steenberg Joins the PURCON 2025 Panel on Reforming Higher Education

Dr Riaan Steenberg Joins the PURCON 2025 Panel on Reforming Higher Education.

Dr Riaan Steenberg Joins the PURCON 2025 Panel on Reforming Higher Education.

Post by Eduvos, October 01, 2025.

Eduvos is proud to share that our Executive Director, Dr Riaan Steenberg, will be participating as a panellist at PURCON 2025, contributing to the discussion: "Reforming Higher Education for SA's Future: Practical solutions to expand capacity, improve graduate outcomes, and build future-ready skills across the sector."

Date & Time

Wednesday, 1 October 2025 | 11:25 – 12:30
Venue: Sandton Convention Centre


Leading the Conversation

Alongside fellow panellist Chris Hattingh, Executive Director of the Centre for Risk Analysis and Moderator, Africa Melane, Dr Steenberg will share practical insights on how higher education institutions can expand their capacity, align more closely with industry needs, and prepare graduates for the rapidly changing workplace.


Why It Matters

Higher education in South Africa is at a turning point. Institutions face the challenge of delivering quality education at scale, improving graduate employability, and embracing digital transformation. Events like PURCON provide the space to collaborate, innovate, and build partnerships that will strengthen the sector for decades to come.

Eduvos' participation reflects our ongoing commitment to shaping a future-fit higher education landscape, empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in a rapidly changing world.


About PURCON 2025

PURCON, the annual PURCO SA Conference and Exhibition, is one of the most significant gatherings in the higher education sector.

Taking place from 1 to 3 October 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre, PURCON brings together over 600 delegates, 65 member institutions, and 80+ exhibitors for three days of collaboration, learning, and networking.

Designed to serve procurement professionals, institutional leaders, and their supplier partners, PURCON provides an unmatched platform for engagement and building meaningful partnerships that shape the future of higher education in Southern Africa.


Stay Connected

We look forward to sharing insights from Dr Steenberg's panel discussion. Please stay connected with us on our social media channels for updates from PURCON 2025.

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