Direct deposits or bank transfers can be made at any Standard Bank branch.

Payments can also be made via EFT/online banking, cellphone banking as well as at any Standard Bank ATM which accepts cash deposits.

The University account is preloaded as a beneficiary on all major banks. Remember to use 2069 11817 + Delegate Full name only as payment/beneficiary reference.

Once payment is made, please send proof of payment to ngcobon16@ukzn.ac.za.

Please send payments via Direct Deposits/Bank Transfer to:

Foreign delegates:

Account Holder: UKZN Foreign Deposit

Bank Name & Address: Standard Bank, Pavilion, Durban, SOUTH AFRICA

Account number: 053082826

Account type: Business Current Account

Branch: Pavilion, Durban, South Africa

Branch code: 045426

SWIFT-CODE: SBZA ZA JJ

Reference: 2069 11817 + DELEGATE FULL NAME

Please note that ALL transfer costs must be prepaid by the transmitter. Cheques will not be accepted.

 Payments from Non-South African bank accounts take a minimum of two weeks to reflect on the account. Therefore, delegates are advised to make payments in advance to avoid financial clearance delays.

Once payment is made, please send proof of payment to ngcobon16@ukzn.ac.za.

Southern African delegates:

Account Holder: University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bank Name & Address: Standard Bank, Pavilion, Durban, SOUTH AFRICA

Account number: 053082826

Account type: Business Current Account

Branch: Pavilion, Durban, South Africa

Branch code: 045426

SWIFT-CODE: SBZA ZA JJ

Reference: 2069 11817 + DELEGATE FULL NAME

The University is preloaded as a beneficiary with all major South African banks.

Electronic Funds Transfers (EFTs) from Standard Bank accounts as well as payments made directly at a Standard Bank branch will be updated within the same day of payment provided the beneficiary reference (2069 11817 + Delegate Full Name) is correct. Payments made from other banks may take up to 4 (four) working days to update on the account.

Once payment is made, please send proof of payment to ngcobon16@ukzn.ac.za.

Once payment is made to the above banking details, please send proof of payment to ngcobon16@ukzn.ac.za. Forwarding proof of payment to the above email address, ensures that your registration is processed rapidly and your seat is reserved quickly.

A letter of confirmation / invoice will be sent by email once UKZN has received the fully completed registration form and the related payment.

Please bring this confirmation to the Conference venue.

The registration fee for regular delegates includes:

• Admission to the Conference, the sessions, the poster area and the exhibition
• Opening / Closing Session, Social and Cultural events
• Tours to Midlands, and Pietermaritzburg Campus Library (Special Collections and Archives) Tour

Optional:  Post Conference Tour at an added fee. This is a limited-seats tour post the AI conference, taking you to Durban’s historical museums to learn about the rich history of Durban and KwaZulu-Natal.

The notification for cancellation must be made in writing and sent to UKZN by email: ailib@ukzn.ac.za.

The notification must include all the relevant information regarding the bank account to which a possible refund may be remitted.

If the written notification of cancellation is received before 16 March 2025, 100% refund will be granted. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after this date.

Individuals requiring an official Letter of Invitation can request one from UKZN. To receive a Letter of Invitation, participants must first register to the symposium and submit payment in full.

The Letter of Invitation does not financially obligate the conference organisers in any way. All expenses incurred in relation to the conference are the sole responsibility of the participant.

A Certificate of Attendance for regular delegates and students will be sent by email after the Conference and will not be available onsite at the Symposium.

It is the sole responsibility of the participant to take care of his/her visa requirements. Participants who require an entry visa must allow sufficient time for the application procedure. Participants should contact the nearest embassy or consulate to determine the appropriate timing of their visa applications. It is recommended to apply for a visa at least 3 months in advance of the congress.