Manufacturing Indaba

01/06/2026

Endorsing Partner Announcement: Manufacturing Indaba 2026 proudly welcomes CAIA (Chemical and Allied Industries'​ Association) as an endorsing partner.

The Chemical and Allied Industries’ Association (CAIA) represents more than 130 organisations across the South African chemical sector and its value chain. Backed by a 30-year history, CAIA is a forward-thinking organisation that supports its members in key areas such as health, safety, security, transportation, trade, and environmental matters.

We're excited yo partner with CAIA in driving industrial growth and advancing Africa's manufacturing future.

30/05/2026

Honourable Modestus Amutse to join panel at the Manufacturing Indaba in JohannesburgPosted by Mandisa Rasmeni | May 29, 2026 | Extra The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Modestus Amutse will join the Manufacturing Indaba 2026 as a panelist. The Indaba is scheduled for 14 and 15 July in Joha...

29/05/2026

Africa’s industrial future will be shaped by how we unlock and beneficiate our critical minerals.

We are honoured to welcome H.E. Modestus Amutse, Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy of the Republic of Namibia, as part of Panel 6: From Mine to Manufacturing: Unlocking Africa’s Critical Minerals for Industrial Growth at the Manufacturing Indaba 2026.

Join industry leaders, policymakers, and manufacturers as they unpack the opportunities driving Africa’s industrialization agenda.

Venue: Sandton Convention Centre
Date: 14 – 15 July 2026
Register for conference: https://manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-conference-jhb/

28/05/2026

Sponsor Announcement: Manufacturing Indaba 2026 proudly welcomes as a Silver Sponsor.

As the market leader in integrated accounting, payroll, and payment systems, Sage empowers entrepreneurs and manufacturers with tools to grow, innovate, and scale their businesses.

We're excited to partner with Sage in driving industrial growth and advancing Africa's manufacturing future.

28/05/2026

South Africa's manufacturing future takes centre stage at the Manufacturing Indaba 2026.

We are honoured to announce that Minister of Trade, Industry & Competition, Parks Tau, will deliver the keynote address at the Opening Ceremony on Tuesday, 14 July 2026 in Johannesburg.

At a critical time for industrial growth across the continent, the Minister's address will unpack the opportunities, challenges, and strategic priorities shaping the future of manufacturing in Africa.

Join industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and investors as we drive conversations that matter for the growth of African manufacturing.

Register for conference: https://share.google/O3UwQ4FQerCqjI4pt

27/05/2026

Following the 2025 Manufacturing Indaba's insights on industrial gaps and opportunities. The 2026 edition is set to deliver actionable solutions and accelerated momentum.

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Manufacturing Indaba 2025 Exposed Africa’s Industrial Gaps and Opportunities – 2026 Edition to Deliver Actionable Solutions and Accelerated Momentum The Manufacturing Indaba 2025, held 15–16 July at the Sandton Convention Centre, delivered candid insights into the structural challenges and tra...

27/05/2026

When the Manufacturing Indaba opens its doors at the Sandton Convention Centre on 14 July under the theme Made in Africa: Scaling Growth, Shaping Trade, it will do so against a backdrop of numbers that should make every delegate uncomfortable. South Africa holds approximately 37% of the world's mang...

26/05/2026

Endorsing Partner Announcement: Manufacturing Indaba 2026 proudly welcomes the South African Chambers of Commerce and Industry as an endorsing partner.

SACCI is the apex chamber of commerce in the Republic of South Africa that has been in existence for 81 years, being a broadly based representative national business body.

19/05/2026

Join us at the 2026 Manufacturing Indaba and learn from the experts

To register to attend the conference, use this link: https://manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-conference-jhb/

18/05/2026

We are excited to welcome NTT DATA as a Platinum Sponsor to the Manufacturing Indaba platform and look forward to their contribution to the important conversations shaping the future of African manufacturing.