Join IT professionals, industry leaders, and policymakers from across the Pacific as we explore how digital innovation is shaping businesses, economies, and communities.
National Conference on Information Technology
National Conference on Information Technology (NCIT)
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About the National Conference
NCIT 2025 – National Conference on Information Technology is Fiji’s premier technology event, bringing together a dynamic mix of innovators, industry leaders, educators, policymakers, and future-focused professionals from across the Pacific. This year’s theme, “Leveraging Digital Transformation to Innovate the Business Landscape for a Connected Pacific,” highlights the critical role of digital technologies in driving sustainable economic growth, enhancing connectivity, and transforming the way we work, learn, and engage.
Organized by the National Training and Productivity Centre (NTPC) of the Fiji National University, the country’s designated provider of technical and professional training, NCIT serves as a vital platform for knowledge exchange, skill development, and industry collaboration. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions, the conference showcases innovative solutions, shares best practices, and fosters partnerships that empower individuals and organizations to thrive in the digital era.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a budding entrepreneur, or a curious student, NCIT 2025 offers the opportunity to be part of the Pacific’s digital transformation journey. Together, let’s unlock the potential of technology to build a smarter, more connected future for our region.
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Presenters from our previous conference
Dominika Zerbe-AndersCyber Human Risk Partner & Solution - KPMG Australia
Dominika is a distinguished Cyber Partner with KPMG Australia, where she spearheads the Cyber Human Risk Management capability.
Dominika is a cyber resilience Partner with a passion for people, strategy and change.
Dominika Zerbe-AndersCyber Human Risk Partner & Solution - KPMG Australia
Dominika is a distinguished Cyber Partner with KPMG Australia, where she spearheads the Cyber Human Risk Management capability.
Dominika is a cyber resilience Partner with a passion for people, strategy and change.
Chathura AbeydeeraDirector, Offensive Cyber Security - KPMG Australia
Chathura is a director in the consulting practice of KPMG Australia and leads the offensive cybersecurity services. He possesses over 20 years of experience in offensive cybersecurity, establishing himself as a highly technical cybersecurity practitioner. He holds certifications as a CREST Certified Simulated Attack Manager, a CREST Certified Tester, and serves as an examination assessor for CREST International. He additionally holds a position as an advisory board member for CREST Australasia. He has delivered complex technical cybersecurity assessment programs and incident response engagements for numerous high-profile Australian and global organisations. He is a Fellow of AISA and CREST. He is presently engaged in the pursuit of a doctoral degree in Cybersecurity and Space Intelligence.
Chathura AbeydeeraDirector, Offensive Cyber Security - KPMG Australia
Chathura is a director in the consulting practice of KPMG Australia and leads the offensive cybersecurity services. He possesses over 20 years of experience in offensive cybersecurity, establishing himself as a highly technical cybersecurity practitioner. He holds certifications as a CREST Certified Simulated Attack Manager, a CREST Certified Tester, and serves as an examination assessor for CREST International. He additionally holds a position as an advisory board member for CREST Australasia. He has delivered complex technical cybersecurity assessment programs and incident response engagements for numerous high-profile Australian and global organisations. He is a Fellow of AISA and CREST. He is presently engaged in the pursuit of a doctoral degree in Cybersecurity and Space Intelligence.
Jayaprakash MuthusamyFounder & CEO - Borderless CSS
Jayaprakash (JP) Muthusamy is the Founder and CEO of Borderless CS, as well as the Chair of the Board of Directors at CyberYouth Australia Limited. Borderless CS is committed to providing innovative security solutions that safeguard businesses against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. With more than 28 years of leadership experience, JP is widely recognized as a visionary cybersecurity strategist. He has built a strong reputation for guiding organizations through complex security challenges, ensuring that cybersecurity initiatives are seamlessly aligned with broader business objectives.
Jayaprakash MuthusamyFounder & CEO - Borderless CSS
Jayaprakash (JP) Muthusamy is the Founder and CEO of Borderless CS, as well as the Chair of the Board of Directors at CyberYouth Australia Limited. Borderless CS is committed to providing innovative security solutions that safeguard businesses against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. With more than 28 years of leadership experience, JP is widely recognized as a visionary cybersecurity strategist. He has built a strong reputation for guiding organizations through complex security challenges, ensuring that cybersecurity initiatives are seamlessly aligned with broader business objectives.
Charles GoundarChief Executive Officer - Telecom Fiji
Prior to being appointed CEO, Charles held the position of General Manager – Sales and Retail. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of the South Pacific, Fiji.
Charles GoundarChief Executive Officer - Telecom Fiji
Prior to being appointed CEO, Charles held the position of General Manager – Sales and Retail. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of the South Pacific, Fiji.
Mohammed MoishinDirector, Digital Government Transformation - Fiji Government
Mohammed MoishinDirector, Digital Government Transformation - Fiji Government
Sitiveni NabukaGeneral Manager, Information Systems - Fijian Holdings Limited
Sitiveni NabukaGeneral Manager, Information Systems - Fijian Holdings Limited
Filipe BatiwaleCommissioner - Online Safety Commission, Fiji
Filipe BatiwaleCommissioner - Online Safety Commission, Fiji
Programme Schedule
View the program for the conference in detail.
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Conference Room 1
- Syndicate Room 1
- Syndicate Room 2
- Syndicate Room 3
08:00 - 08:50Conference Registration
08:50 - 09:00Welcome Address By Professor Uanaisi Nabobo-BabaVice Chancellor
09:00 - 09:10Keynote Address By Hon. Manoa KamikamicaChief Guest
09:10 - 09:20Exclusive ICT Partnerships, Products and Services By Hon. Manoa KamikamicaChief Guest
09:20 - 09:25Vote of Thanks By Dr. Isimeli TagicakiverataPro Vice Chancellor - FNU
09:25 - 09:05Building a Digital Future: Advancing Public Service Delivery and Cyber Resilience in Fiji By Mr. Mohammed MoishinDirector, Digiatal Government Transformation
Session 1
10:20 - 10:55Cyber Resilience in the Pacific: Securing the Digital Frontier By Mr. Chathura AbeydeeraDirector, Offensive Cyber Security - KPMG Australia
Session 2
11:30 - 12:05Human Risk in Cybersecurity By Ms. Dominika Zerbe-AndersPartner - KPMG Australia
Session 3
12:05 - 12:40Transforming Fijian Communities through Disruptive Technologies By Paula Ragede, Shania Singh, Isikeli Savu
Session 4 – Panel Discussion
12:40 - 13:10Is Fiji’s current approach to cyber safety empowering users – or policing them? By Mr. Filipe BatiwaleCommissioner - Online Safety Commission
Session 5
14:10 - 17:00APNIC Technical Sessions
13:10 - 17:00ICT Governance
13:10 - 17:00Cyber Resilience
- Conference Room 1
- Syndicate Room 1
- Syndicate Room 2
09:00 - 09:35Kastel
Session 1
09:35 - 10:10Building Digital Shift: The Strategic Importance of Cybersecurity Principles in a Connected Pacific By Mr. Jayaprakash (JP) MuthuswamyFounder/Director - Borderless CSS
Session 2
10:30 - 11:05E-Commerce & Digital Trade: Connecting Pacific SMEs to the Global Market By Mr. Sitiveni NabukaGM ICT - Fijian Holdings
11:05 - 11:35Bondwell & Partners
Session 4
11:35 - 12:05Is Fiji’s current approach to cyber safety empowering users – or policing them? By Mr. Filipe BatiwaleCommissioner- Online Safety Commission
Session 5
12:05 - 12:10Research and Innovation By (Prof. Shawkat Ali /Prof. Bibhya Sharma/Ms. Pritika Reddy
Session 6
12:10 - 12:35Athena Matalavea (Smart Islands- Starlink/ Athena
Session 10
14:10 - 14:25Kastel Escape Room – Cybersecurity Gaming & Simulation
14:10 - 16:10Bootcamp by Bondwell & Partners
14:10 - 16:10Bootcamp by APNIC
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