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Richard Poplak is an award-winning author, journalist, and filmmaker. He has become one of the most widely read and controversial political journalists in South Africa, editing at large for the Daily Maverick. Poplak has reported from over 25 developing countries, for the Financial Times, Atlantic Monthly, The Guardian, among others. He was recently part of a team that won the prestigious Global Shining Light award for investigative journalism.
Richard has worked as a freelance journalist and writer since 2005. His work has been anthologized numerous times, and he frequently appears on Al Jazeera, BBC, CBC, and elsewhere as a commentator on topics that range from world events to sport: he is considered a go-to voice on the burgeoning Sino-African relationship; on South African politics; and on international cycling.
Richard Poplak is a former Rockefeller Fellow, and a recipient of the Bookmark Award for the best journalist in South Africa. He is also a contributor in the innovative global investigative journalist collective Deca Stories.
As a member in the Gupta Leaks team, Richard Poplak helped break one of the biggest stories in South African media history. The journalistic consortium won the Taco Kuiper Investigative Journalism award, Vodacom Journalist of the Year, and was cited for a Nat Nkasa Bravery in Journalism award. In 2019, the team won the prestigious 2019 Global Shining Light award, the highest honour in investigative journalism.
Before Richard Poplak became a journalist, Richard trained as a filmmaker and fine artist at Montreal’s Concordia University (1992-1995) and has produced an directed numerous music videos, television commercials, and documentary films. He is the co-director of a documentary feature film on the public relations firm Bell Pottinger, called Influence, which is premiering in competition at the Sundance Film Festival in 2020.
Keynote Topic
INFLUENCE: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE WORLD’S MOST DANGEROUS PUBLIC RELATIONS COMPANY
Synopsis
The feature-length documentary film INFLUENCE charts the recent advancements in weaponized communication by investigating the rise and fall of the world’s most notorious public relations and reputation management firm: the British multinational Bell Pottinger.
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Mark Fish is a distinguished South African soccer legend whose career spanned top clubs both locally and internationally. He rose to prominence with Orlando Pirates, where he played an integral role in securing the 1995 CAF Champions League title. Fish’s natural athleticism and versatility on the field earned him a move to Europe, where he played for elite clubs such as Lazio in Italy, and English teams Bolton Wanderers and Charlton Athletic, competing in the prestigious English Premier League. His solid defensive skills and leadership made him a key figure in both his club and international teams.
Fish’s international career flourished with Bafana Bafana, South Africa’s national team, where he played a pivotal role in the country’s triumph at the 1996 African Cup of Nations. His contributions to South African soccer, both on and off the pitch, have made him an icon and a source of inspiration for many young athletes. After retiring from professional soccer, Fish continued to stay involved with the sport, dedicating himself to coaching, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation. He also works as a sports ambassador, promoting soccer and youth development across South Africa.
Today, Mark Fish is highly regarded not only for his achievements on the field but also for his leadership and role in mentoring young athletes. As a sought-after keynote speaker and mentor, Fish shares valuable insights on teamwork, perseverance, and leadership, using his career to inspire those aspiring to succeed in both sports and life. His passion for soccer continues to fuel his dedication to developing the future of the sport in South Africa and beyond.
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