16th – 20th FEBRUARY, 2026 PRETORIA – SOUTH AFRICA.
Transafrican Management Institute (TAMI) will be conducting Annual International Symposium as indicated above.
We are fully aware of the different cadres in the Secretarial field and the different responsibilities/functions each category hold. In the light of the above we shall be conducting two separate classes to cater for each group.
Below are details for each group and the relevant topic to be covered.
We are pleased to extend a warm invitation to you to attend our upcoming symposium, which aim to bring together thought leaders, professionals, and stakeholders from various sectors to share knowledge, build networks, and explore innovative solutions. These events provide a unique platform for learning, collaboration, and meaningful dialogue on key issues affecting our industries and communities.
ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM FOR EXECUTIVE SECRETARIES AND PRIVATE/MINISTERIAL SECRETARIES.
THEME: SECRETARIES: THE UNSUNG HEROES OF PRODUCTIVITY
To be a top-flight secretary, you need more than technical skills and efficiency.
As a vital member of the management team, you need an in depth knowledge of management tools that our panel of consultants will delve into. At this conference, you will be assisted to build that sense of confidence and competence needed to meet the new challenges of your changing role.
OBJECTIVES
• To learn to collaborate effectively with AI systems, leveraging their capabilities to streamline tasks and enhance productivity.
• To gain expertise in utilizing AI tools to automate tasks, optimize workflows, and improve out quality.
• To leverage AI insights and recommendations for better decision making and problem solving.
• To foster better teamwork and communication with in your team using AI-POWERED.
• To enhance knowledge of data security to provide security to provide secure communications for clients and colleagues.
TARGET AUDIENCE
• Executive Secretaries
• Private/Ministerial secretaries.
• Personal secretaries.
ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS AND OFFICE MANAGERS
THEME: NAVIGATING CHANGE; STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS
FOCAL POINTS
• Digital transformation; understanding the impact of technology on secretarial roles including automation, AI and digital communication tools.
• Communication and Collaboration.
• Critical thinking and problem solving.
• Character and citizenship.
• Public speaking and speech writing.
• Creativity and imagination.
• Managing self and self-efficacy.
• Learning to unlearn-adaptability and change incorporation.
• Time Management, organization and accountability.
• Teamwork, participating and contributing.
TARGET AUDIENCE
• Administrative assistants.
• Office managers/controllers.
• Office attendants.
• Customer service staff.