SAPHILA 2025, hosted by ASUG, takes place from 1 to 3 June at Sun City. This year marks the beginning of an exciting partnership between AFSUG and Group Elephant’s non-profit organisation ERP. As part of this initiative, we’re delighted to support the adoption of Liezel, a baby rhino in ERP’s care – an effort close to everyone’s hearts. Baby rhino Liezel was born in February 2024 on a high-security ERP rhino sanctuary in Southern Africa.
SAPHILA 2025, hosted by the African SAP User Group (AFSUG), takes place from 1 to 3 June at Sun City. As one of the premier SAP user conferences in South Africa, SAPHILA brings together technology leaders, innovators and business professionals to explore the latest advancements in SAP solutions.
Beyond collaborating with SAP partners and clients, AFSUG is also known for fostering a strong sense of community, with a passion for driving meaningful social and environmental initiatives. This year marks the beginning of an exciting partnership between AFSUG and Group Elephant’s non-profit organisation ERP (Elephants, Rhinos & People), and SAPHILA will be the first event where this collaboration is showcased. As part of this initiative, we’re delighted to support the adoption of Liezel, a baby rhino in ERP’s care – an effort close to everyone’s hearts.
Baby rhino Liezel was born in February 2024 on a high-security ERP rhino sanctuary in Southern Africa.
Group Elephant is a global group of boutique services firms and software businesses, including EPI-USE Labs. The Group operates as a conglomerate comprising 10 groupings of trading brands, employing circa 4,200 people across 42 countries. 1% of the Group’s worldwide revenue is channelled into ERP, which focuses on the preservation and protection of Elephants and Rhinos in the wild in Southern Africa.
Protecting Liezel: A commitment to conservation
In collaboration with ERP and EPI-USE Labs, the AFSUG committee has helped to facilitate Liezel’s adoption. She will soon be fitted with a tracking collar for monitoring and protection; this crucial step will help conservationists track her movements, ensuring her safety and contributing to ERP’s broader conservation efforts.
Amanda Gibbs, Chief Executive Officer of AFSUG, emphasised the significance of this initiative:
"At AFSUG, we believe in making a meaningful impact beyond the tech space. Conservation is a cause close to our team’s hearts, and the opportunity to support Liezel aligns with our commitment to responsible stewardship. By adopting baby rhino Liezel through the ERP sanctuary, we’re not only helping protect a vulnerable species, but also raising awareness within our community about the urgent need for conservation efforts."
The collaring process will take place in the near future, and we look forward to sharing more details with you soon. Keep an eye on our channels for updates on Liezel’s journey and how you can be part of this incredible initiative.
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The AFSUG community: Driving change beyond technology
The AFSUG community is not just about SAP solutions; it’s a dynamic network of professionals who actively seek to give back.
"SAPHILA brings together a powerful community of business and technology leaders, and with that comes the responsibility to drive positive change. By showcasing initiatives like Liezel’s adoption, we hope to inspire attendees to think beyond business and consider the broader impact they can make," said Amanda Gibbs.
This is the first time AFSUG has made such a major commitment on behalf of the SAP community, and the response so far has been overwhelmingly positive.
"We felt passionate about making a change, and wanted to give everyone an opportunity to be part of this. Through SAPHILA, we provide opportunities for attendees to contribute – whether through donations, sponsorships, or simply spreading awareness. We will offer opportunities for our community to donate or pledge to support this cause, as Liezel now belongs to all of us," added Amanda.
Attendees at SAPHILA 2025 can visit the AFSUG showcase area to learn more about Liezel’s journey, watch a video update, and contribute towards her care.
Join us at SAPHILA 2025
SAPHILA 2025 will feature insightful sessions, industry-leading speakers, and hands-on experiences that showcase innovation in the SAP ecosystem.
"With over 50 sponsors making great contributions, this year’s event will introduce a brand-new AFSUG Feature Stage in the exhibition space, where we will showcase our programmes, initiatives, and CSI contributions – including our special focus on baby rhino Liezel and other meaningful projects," said Amanda.
We are thrilled to be part of SAPHILA 2025 and to collaborate with a community that values both technology and social responsibility. Visit the EPI-USE Labs and AFSUG stands to discover the latest innovations and ongoing conservation efforts with ERP. We look forward to engaging with like-minded professionals and making a lasting impact together.