Alan Knott-Craig

Cape-based Alan Knott-Craig is a visionary South African entrepreneur, tech innovator, and motivational speaker, best known for championing digital inclusion through affordable internet access. As the founder of fibertime™ and Project Isizwe, he has dedicated his career to bringing fast, low-cost fibre to underserved communities. A Chartered Accountant by training, Alan has launched or backed over 20 ventures in tech, telecoms, and media, ranging from Mxit and Hero Telecoms to The Daily Maverick. A bestselling author of 'Don’t Panic', he inspires audiences with candid insights on entrepreneurship, failure, and resilience. Alan’s keynotes are ideal for leaders seeking impact-driven innovation and purpose-led growth.

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