Fortifying Africa’s Currency Future: Innovations and Strategies in Banknote and Document Security (Unmatched Networking)
Co-Located
23-27 Mar
2026
On Board MSC Cruise
4 Nights - 5 Days
MSC Cruise
Round Trip - Leaving from: Durban
To Portuguese Island - Mozambique
Pan African Summit on Banknote & Document Security 2025
Co-Located
About the Summit
The only pensions and retirement funds summit that matters in 2025
Building the conerstones of pension funds sustainability through governance and transparency
Africa's burgeoning pension fund industry holds immense potential for economic growth and social security. However, to realize its full potential, robust governance and transparency are essential. This summit aims to address the critical challenges facing Africa's pension funds and explore innovative solutions to ensure their long-term sustainability.
Innovative strategies; connected learning
About the experience
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About the Summit
The only Banknote & Document Security Summit that matters in 2025
Fortifying Africa’s Currency Future: Innovations and Strategies in Banknote and Document Security (Unmatched Networking)
The Pan African Summit on Banknote & Document Security 2025 is a premier event bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to explore cutting-edge security technologies and solutions. Featuring insightful discussions, hands-on demonstrations, and the prestigious Banknote & Document Security Awards, this summit offers a unique platform for networking, learning, and recognizing excellence in the field of currency and document protection across Africa.
About the experience
Craving an adventure mixed with a beautiful learning experience? Sail your way to Pan African Summit on Pension Funds Governance & Awards with MSC Cruises, pristine and wild beauty events!
Who said events cant be fun?
Craving an adventure mixed with a beautiful learning experience? Sail your way to Pan African Summit on Banknote Security, Sustainability & Payment Innovation 2025 with MSC Cruises, pristine and wild beauty events!
About the experience
Craving an adventure mixed with a beautiful learning experience? Sail your way to Pan African Summit on Banknote Security, Sustainability & Payment Innovation 2025 with MSC Cruises, pristine and wild beauty events!
Who said events cant be fun?
About the experience
Key Themes and Objectives:
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Advancements in Security Technologies: Explore the latest innovations in banknote and document security, focusing on emerging technologies such as biometrics, blockchain, and advanced printing techniques.
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Combating Counterfeit Currency and Document Fraud: Address the growing challenge of counterfeiting, with discussions on effective measures, strategies, and collaborations to protect the integrity of banknotes and critical documents across Africa.
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Regulatory and Policy Frameworks: Examine the role of regulatory bodies in shaping the future of security standards for currency and documents, ensuring alignment with global best practices and compliance.
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Sustainability and Environmental Impact in Security Printing: Investigate the environmental implications of banknote production and document security, focusing on sustainable materials, eco-friendly printing methods, and reducing waste in the manufacturing process.
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Recognition of Excellence: Banknote & Document Security Awards - Celebrate the achievements of industry leaders and organizations through the prestigious Banknote & Document Security Awards, recognizing innovations and outstanding contributions to the field.
Why Attend:
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Gain insights: Learn from industry experts, regulators, and policymakers on the latest trends and best practices in pension fund governance.
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Network: Connect with key stakeholders, including trustees, fund managers, regulators, and service providers.
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Drive change: Contribute to shaping the future of Africa's pension fund industry by participating in discussions and sharing your perspectives.
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Cruise Experience: AHosting the event onboard an MSC cruise provides a relaxed and exclusive setting and unparalleled opportunities for networking and relationship-building. The breathtaking surroundings and luxurious amenities of the MSC cruise will inspire creativity and foster meaningful discussions.
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Governance Best Practices: Delve into the principles of effective governance for pension funds, including board composition, fiduciary duties, and risk management.
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Transparency and Accountability: Discuss the importance of transparent reporting, disclosure requirements, and accountability mechanisms to build trust and confidence.
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Sustainable Investment Strategies: Explore strategies for integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment decisions to achieve both financial returns and positive societal impact.
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Regulatory Frameworks: Examine the role of regulators in promoting sound governance and protecting the interests of pension fund beneficiaries.
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Technological Advancements: Discuss the potential of technology to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve risk management in pension fund operations.
Key Themes and Objectives:
Why Attend:
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Gain insights: Learn from industry experts, regulators, and policymakers on the latest trends and best practices in pension fund governance.
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Network: Connect with key stakeholders, including trustees, fund managers, regulators, and service providers.
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Drive change: Contribute to shaping the future of Africa's pension fund industry by participating in discussions and sharing your perspectives.
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Cruise Experience: AHosting the event onboard an MSC cruise provides a relaxed and exclusive setting and unparalleled opportunities for networking and relationship-building. The breathtaking surroundings and luxurious amenities of the MSC cruise will inspire creativity and foster meaningful discussions.
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About the Awards
The inaugural Pan African Awards on Pension & Retirement Funds Governance aims to grown into the biggest single gathering of the corporate pensions industry in Africa. The awards will in the near future, be rightly regarded as the industry's most prestigious accolades, which recognise continuous and ongoing sector improvement.
With this aim, the awards will offer unrivalled branding and sponsorship opportunities, including prestigious profiling through various media platforms and editorial coverage of the glittering ceremony itself.
Why Sponsor Awards
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Exposure and profile: benefit from high profile branding to the Africa’s entire industry before, during and after the event
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Networking opportunities: meet senior pensions scheme decision makers within the Africa’s leading organisations
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Generate Business: Create new business opportunities through higher brand presence among current and potential customers
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Thought Leadership: Align your company with the key business areas and endorse your expertise in the field
About the Awards
The Banknote & Document Security Awards 2025 will recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements and innovations in the field of banknote and document security across Africa. These prestigious awards aim to highlight the efforts of organizations, individuals, and initiatives that have made significant contributions to the development, implementation, and advancement of security technologies, anti-counterfeiting measures, and sustainable practices in currency and document protection.
Categories will span various sectors of the industry, including technological innovation, design excellence, sustainability in security printing, and successful collaboration between public and private sectors. The awards will provide a platform to honor trailblazers and inspire continued progress in the fight against fraud, counterfeiting, and security vulnerabilities in critical documents.
Why Sponsor Awards
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Exposure and profile: benefit from high profile branding to the Africa’s entire industry before, during and after the event
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Networking opportunities: meet senior pensions scheme decision makers within the Africa’s leading organisations
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Generate Business: Create new business opportunities through higher brand presence among current and potential customers
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Thought Leadership: Align your company with the key business areas and endorse your expertise in the field
Awards Catergories
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Innovation and Technology
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Best Pension Fund for Technology Adoption
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Best Pension Fund for Data Analytics
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Best Pension Fund for Cybersecurity
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Best Pension Fund for Digital Transformation
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Governance and Stewardship
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Best Pension Fund for Governance Practices
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Best Pension Fund for Member Engagement
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Best Pension Fund for Sustainability and ESG Integration
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Best Pension Fund for Risk Management
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Investment Performance
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Best Pension Fund for Overall Investment Performance
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Best Pension Fund for Equity Investment Performance
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Best Pension Fund for Alternative Investments Performance
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Member Benefits and Services
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Best Pension Fund for Member Benefits
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Best Pension Fund for Member Education and Counseling
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Best Pension Fund for Retirement Planning Tools and Resources
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Best Pension Fund for Member Service Excellence
Why Attend:
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Gain insights: Learn from industry experts, regulators, and policymakers on the latest trends and best practices in pension fund governance.
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Network: Connect with key stakeholders, including trustees, fund managers, regulators, and service providers.
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Drive change: Contribute to shaping the future of Africa's pension fund industry by participating in discussions and sharing your perspectives.
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Best New Banknote Design
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Innovation and Aesthetics: Recognizes the most creative and visually appealing new banknote design issued within the past year.
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Security Features: Highlights the integration of advanced security features that prevent counterfeiting while maintaining the design’s integrity.
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Cultural Representation: Celebrates designs that effectively capture and represent cultural, historical, or national elements.
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Functionality and Durability: Awards banknotes that combine artistic design with practical considerations for durability and ease of use.
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Outstanding Achievement in Anti-Counterfeiting
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Innovative Countermeasures: Recognizes the implementation of groundbreaking technologies or strategies that significantly deter counterfeiting activities.
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Collaborative Efforts: Celebrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration among different organizations, such as government agencies, law enforcement, and private sector firms, to combat counterfeit threats.
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Impactful Results: Highlights measurable outcomes, such as substantial reductions in counterfeit incidents or successful apprehension of counterfeiters, demonstrating the effectiveness of the anti-counterfeiting measures.
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Sustainability in Currency Production
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Eco-Friendly Materials: Recognizes the use of sustainable, biodegradable, or recycled materials in the production of banknotes and secure documents, reducing environmental impact.
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Energy Efficiency: Highlights initiatives to minimize energy consumption and carbon footprint in the currency production process, promoting greener manufacturing practices.
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Waste Reduction: Awards efforts to reduce waste through innovative production techniques, recycling programs, and efficient resource management.
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Sustainable Supply Chain: Celebrates comprehensive approaches to sustainability, including ethical sourcing of raw materials and collaboration with environmentally responsible suppliers.
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Best Emerging Technology in Security
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Innovation Recognition: Celebrates cutting-edge technologies that significantly advance security measures in banknotes or secure documents.
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Impact Assessment: Honors solutions demonstrating a substantial impact in preventing fraud, counterfeiting, or unauthorized access.
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Adoption Potential: Recognizes technologies with high potential for widespread adoption and integration within the industry.
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Future-Ready Solutions: Highlights forward-thinking innovations poised to address emerging security challenges and threats.
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Technological Innovations in Security
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Explore the latest advancements in security technologies for banknotes and secure documents, including biometric authentication, holography, and smart materials.
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Discuss how these innovations can be integrated into current systems to enhance security and combat fraud.
Counterfeiting Threats and Prevention
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Analyze current and emerging counterfeiting techniques that pose risks to currency and document security.
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Share strategies and best practices for detection, prevention, and law enforcement collaboration to mitigate these threats.
Digital Transformation and Document Security
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Examine the impact of digitalization on traditional document security, focusing on the shift towards e-documents, digital signatures, and blockchain technology.
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Discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with the transition to digital security solutions.
Sustainability in Security Printing
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Discuss the growing importance of sustainability in the production of banknotes and secure documents.
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Explore eco-friendly materials and production processes that balance security needs with environmental responsibility.
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