Daniel Silke is a leading South African political economy analyst and keynote speaker renowned for his dynamic presentations on Global, African, and South African political and economic trends. As Director of the Political Futures Consultancy in Cape Town, he advises major corporations on strategic foresight and geopolitical risk. Silke holds a Master’s degree in South African and International Politics from the University of Cape Town, where he also lectured at the Institute for the Study of Public Policy. He served as a Member of the Western Cape Provincial Parliament and as a City Councillor in Cape Town, chairing the Economic Development Portfolio Committee. An accomplished author, his book Tracking the Future: Top Trends that will Shape South Africa and the World offers insights into emerging global dynamics. Silke is a frequent media commentator and has delivered keynotes at international forums and regularly at AviaDev Africa. His ability to distil complex political and economic issues into engaging narratives makes him a sought-after voice in both corporate and academic circles.