Gala Dinner – 23 June 2026
Location: The Ballroom, Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
Join us for an exclusive evening at the heart of Africa’s data centre community. Unlike many dinners, this is not a black-tie affair, but an enjoyable evening that brings the industry together to connect and build valuable relationships in a social setting. This is a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, expert speakers, innovators, and decision-makers shaping the future of digital infrastructure across the continent.
Set in a relaxed yet premium environment, this is your chance to engage directly with the people driving projects, investments and innovations while building meaningful relationships that extend well beyond the event.
The Pan African DataCentres team is proud to announce this years guest speaker, Jonty Rhodes, one of South Africa’s most iconic cricketers. His after dinner speech will bring to life memorable moments from his international career, filled with lively and humorous anecdotes.
With limited places available, book now to take the opportunity to network with industry leaders and decision-makers.
Dinner tickets include:
- 3 course meal
- Drink on arrival
- 1/2 a bottle of wine
- Entertainment
Dinner Pricing:
Individual Place – £105
Why not entertain prospects and guests:
Table of 10 – £950
Two tables of 10 – £1800
After Dinner Speaker – Jonty Rhodes
Following dinner, Jonty will share behind-the-scenes stories from his international career, humorous insights into teammates and opposition players, and entertaining tales from life on tour — promising an engaging and memorable highlight to the evening.
Jonty Rhodes represented the South African international cricket team from 1992 to 2003, completed three ICC Cricket World Cups, earned 52 Test caps and 245 One Day Internationals. Widely regarded as the greatest fielder in cricket history, Jonty revolutionised modern fielding standards with his athleticism, anticipation and fearless commitment, while playing a key role in establishing South Africa as a dominant force during the 1990s. Since retiring from international cricket, Rhodes has remained deeply involved in the game as a coach and mentor. He has worked extensively in franchise cricket, including serving as fielding coach for IPL teams such as the Lucknow Super Giants.
In recent years he has made India his home, living with his family in Goa while continuing coaching and cricket outreach activities. Beyond sport, Rhodes engages with broader issues from fitness and wellbeing to sustainability, reflecting his belief that disciplined practice and passion drive success both on and off the field.