Professor Eldrid Jordaan is a distinguished technologist, academic, and social innovator currently based in London. He is widely recognized as a pioneer in digital governance and civic technology, having founded GovChat, Africa’s largest citizen engagement platform. Under his leadership, GovChat became a critical tool for millions of South Africans to access government services and social relief grants during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, he serves as the Founder and CEO of Suppple, a digital software company focused on public service infrastructure.
In the academic sphere, Professor Jordaan serves as a Professor of Practice at the Johannesburg Business School (JBS). He is an author of the influential book The Silicon Empire vs Social Impact, which explores the intersection of digital justice and responsible technology. A former Ministerial Special Advisor, he has been honored with numerous accolades, including a Lifetime Award for a Role Model to Young Entrepreneurs, reflecting his commitment to empowering the next generation of African innovators.
