– THE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026 • SOUTH AFRICA
An experience that changes lives — starting with yours.
One day with us will equip you for greater impact in your organisation — whether a church, school, business, or community.
People’s lives get better — when you get better.
When one person is equipped and inspired, the ripple goes further than you’d ever imagine. Hear it from people who came to GLS and went home different.
Luxolo’s Story
From Disruption to Purpose.
Jenny’s Story
How GLS helped me navigate a crisis.
Kimberley’s Story
Purpose & passion reignited
Change starts
when you stop.
Real impact doesn’t happen on the go. It happens when you stop. GLS is that stop. One day to reset your thinking, renew your vision, and go back ready to set it in motion.
And the change starts with you.
It’s time to reimagine ‘leadership’. No matter your context, you have the influence to change the status quo. GLS will equip and encourage you to use it at work, home, church and in your community.
A movement that’s been changing the world for 30 years.
Every year, The Global Leadership Summit brings hundreds of thousands of people together across 100+ countries. South Africa has been part of the movement for 21 years.
Speakers
The 2026 line-up.
12 world-class voices confirmed for South Africa — more local voices to be announced.
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The impact one day can set in motion.
Your thinking gets unstuck
Fresh perspective on old problems. You’ll see your situation differently and know what your next step is.
Your team starts to thrive
When you grow, the people around you feel it. Better culture, stronger communication, more trust.
Productivity goes up
Equipped people work with clarity and purpose — and that always shows in results.
Conflict becomes conversation
Concrete tactics to navigate tough decisions and conversations.
Your mission finds its momentum
Whether you lead a church, a classroom, or a company — clarity of purpose changes everything.
Purpose replaces ambition
When you stop leading for yourself and start leading for others, something remarkable happens — they thrive, and so do you.
You fall forward, not back
Life is unpredictable. You’ll leave equipped to recover, rebuild, and keep moving forward.
Secure Your Seat
at GLS 2026.
Find your nearest Premier venue below and book your tickets. Seats are limited, so reserve yours today. However you choose to attend, the experience is designed to equip, inspire, and move you to action.
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In-Person · Premier Event
Attend In-Person
Join us at one of 23+ host sites across South Africa for the full GLS experience — lunch, networking, and a day set apart.
From R500pp
BOOK YOUR SEAT
Online
Attend Online
Can't make it in person? Watch live from anywhere — and rewatch for 7 days after.
From R450pp
REGISTER TODAY
Host
Host Your Own Hub
Bring GLS to your church, school, or organisation on a date that works for you.
R2,000 per event + R450pp
ENQUIRE TODAY
Fri 2 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Durban
Durban
from R600
Thu 8 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Vanderbijlpark
Vanderbijlpark
from R420
Fri 9 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Modimolle
Modimolle
from R500
Fri 9 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Klerksdorp
Klerksdorp
from R500
Wed 14 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Pretoria
Pretoria
from R600
Fri 16 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Kloof
Kloof
from R600
Business
Thu 22 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth
from R600
Thu 22 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 East London
East London
from R500
Fri 23 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein
from R600
Fri 23 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Kempton Park
Kempton Park
from R600
Thu 29 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Cape Town
Cape Town
from R600
Fri 30 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Hermanus
Hermanus
from R500
Sat 31 Oct 2026
GLS 2026 Pietermaritzburg
Pietermaritzburg
from R420
Online
Thu 5 Nov 2026
BUSINESS ONLINE GLS 2026
Online
from R420
Thu 5 Nov 2026
GLS 2026 Pretoria Midstream
Pretoria Midstream
from R600
Business
Fri 6 Nov 2026
GLS 2026 Richards Bay
Richards Bay
from R500
Sat 7 Nov 2026
GLS 2026 Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay
from R500
Sat 7 Nov 2026
GLS 2026 Knysna
Knysna
from R500
Online
Thu 12 Nov 2026
PREMIER ONLINE GLS 2026
Online
from R420
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Dream and grow with like-minded people across the world.
South Africa needs people at every level, in every space — to be a positive influence for change.
Educators, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, disruptors, builders — join a community that cares as much as you do — all in one room, all pushing for better.
Whether you’ve been in your role for decades or are just finding your feet, you’ll leave refreshed, re-ignited, and ready. Because what you do from where you are matters.
This is your higher purpose. This is your moment.
Frequently Asked
Everything you need to know before you register.
When is GLS South Africa 2026?
Premier in-person events run from 2nd October to November 2026 at host sites across South Africa. Each event is a single day, ~8.30am–4.30pm.
Where exactly can I attend in person?
We have 23+ Premier host sites confirmed across Gauteng, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth and more. Use the venue list above to find your nearest site.
What's included in the ticket?
Premier in-person tickets include the full day of sessions, lunch, networking time, and a workbook to capture what you take away. Online tickets ONLY give you live access plus 7 days of on-demand replay.
Do you offer group or student rates?
Yes. Bring your team and the per-person rate drops significantly. Students and ministry workers also qualify for discounted pricing. These tickets are available when buying your tickets.
How do I host my own GLS event?
Please contact our team in South Africa. Email Janine Couchman – janine@globalleadership.org.za
Is GLS a faith-based event?
GLS is rooted in the conviction that leaders called to influence — wherever they sit — can make the world better. The teaching is broadly applicable to leaders of any background, and attendees come from businesses, schools, nonprofits, government and churches alike.
South Africa · August 2026
“Equip yourself to lead with boldness and purpose.”
© 2026 Global Leadership Network South Africa. A nonprofit organisation.