Manufacturing Indaba

23/10/2026

The Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026 is proud to welcome Fazielah Allie, Managing Director of K9 Pet Foods , as a featured speaker!

Fazielah will present on “Building Globally Competitive Manufacturing: From Factory Excellence to Export Success,” exploring how operational excellence and strategic growth can help local manufacturers compete in global markets.

Join us as we bring together industry leaders to shape the future of manufacturing in the Western Cape and unlock new opportunities for growth, innovation and exports.

📅 11 November 2026
📍 CTICC 2, Cape Town

🎟️ Register today: https://manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-manufacturing-summit/

23/10/2026

Cape Town is positioning itself as a key player in South Africa’s manufacturing growth story, with investment, industrial development and job creation at the heart of the conversation.

The upcoming Cape Town Manufacturing Summit will bring together industry leaders, government, manufacturers and investors to explore how we can strengthen local manufacturing, unlock new investment opportunities and build a more competitive industrial economy.

These are the conversations that matter — turning potential into partnerships, investment into growth, and manufacturing into a catalyst for sustainable economic development.

📍 Join us on 11 November 2026 at the CTICC in Cape Town.

Manufacturing the Cape. Connecting Africa. Competing Globally.

Read the full article by Cape Business News: https://cbn.co.za/industry-news/manufacturing-news/city-brings-south-africas-manufacturing-industry-to-cape-town-to-unlock-growth-and-investment/

City Brings South Africa’s Manufacturing Industry To Cape Town To Unlock Growth And Investment The City of Cape Town will host the Manufacturing Indaba 2026 on 11 November at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). During the indaba, the City aims to outline its new Manufacturing Su...

21/10/2026

Cape Town as a Manufacturing Gateway to Africa!

What will it take to position Cape Town as a leading manufacturing hub, connecting local industry to African and global markets?

Join us at the Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026 for insightful conversations with industry leaders on the opportunities shaping the future of manufacturing, from green manufacturing and localisation to value chain development, industrial growth and expanding access to African markets.

Meet our speakers:
🔹 Grant Stevenson – Production Technologies Association of SA
🔹 Tanya Lerm – NewSpace Systems
🔹 Sithobile Khoza – GreenCape Sector Development Agency
🔹 Fungai Blake – Agilequity
🔹 Thomas Shaw – Ardagh Glass Packaging
🔹 Nhlanhla Magwaza – Association of Professional Artisans of South Africa (APASA)

📅 11 November 2026
📍 CTICC 2, Cape Town

Be part of the conversation shaping Cape Town’s manufacturing future and unlocking new opportunities for industry across Africa.

Summit Registration: https://www.manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-manufacturing-summit/

20/10/2026

The Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026 is proud to partner with The Sewing Café Cape Town as an Endorsing Partner.

Based in Sunnydale, Cape Town, The Sewing Café Training Centre NPC (TSC) is a garment manufacturer and social enterprise producing school tracksuits, sports kits, corporate workwear and designer collections.

Beyond production, TSC supports skills development through its QCTO-accredited, FP&M SETA-registered NQF Level 3 Seamstress Skills Programme. Having trained over 300 people, TSC connects accredited training with practical manufacturing opportunities, helping build a skilled workforce and strengthen local industry.

Join us at the Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026 as we explore opportunities to advance local manufacturing, skills development and industrial growth.

📅 11 November 2026
📍 CTICC 2, Cape Town

Summit Registration: https://manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-manufacturing-summit/

19/10/2026

THE FUTURE OF CAPE TOWN MANUFACTURING STARTS WITH THE RIGHT CONNECTIONS.

Manufacturing growth doesn't happen in isolation. It happens when industry leaders connect, businesses collaborate, knowledge is shared, and opportunities turn into action.

Join us at the Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026 to connect with the people shaping the future of manufacturing, gain valuable industry insights, explore new business opportunities, and build partnerships that drive growth.
Whether you're looking to expand your network, discover new opportunities, or position your business for growth, this is where the conversations that move the industry forward begin.

📍 Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026
📅 11 November 2026
📌 Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Come ready to CONNECT. LEARN. DO BUSINESS.

Summit registration: https://www.manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-manufacturing-summit

Don't just be part of the industry. Be part of the conversations shaping its future.

Register for the Manufacturing Summit on 11 November 2026 at the CTICC, Cape Town. Secure your place at the Western Cape one-day conference and exhibition.

16/10/2026

Meet Some of Our Summit Speakers!

The future of manufacturing is smart, connected and innovative. Join us at the Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026 as industry leaders and experts explore “The Smart Factory Revolution: Practical Industry 4.0 for Western Cape Manufacturers.”

Meet our featured speakers:
Sherrie Donaldson Donaldson – Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator
Garth Williams – Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government
Vinesh Maharaj Pr.Eng Maharaj – NTT DATA
Lebalang Molobele Molobele – NAACAM
Brendon Foster
Anthony Jila – Atlantis Special Economic Zone (ASEZ)

Be part of the conversations shaping the future of manufacturing, from digital transformation and smart factory technologies to innovation and industrial growth in the Western Cape.

📅 11 November 2026
📍 CTICC 2, Cape Town

Summit Registration: www.manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-manufacturing-summit

15/10/2026

The Cape Town Manufacturing Summit 2026 is proud to partner with Cape Engineers & Founders Association (CEFA) as an Endorsing Partner.

The Cape Engineers and Founders Association (CEFA) represents engineering and manufacturing employers in the Western Cape registered with the Metal and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council (MEIBC). Our members range from foundries to high-tech manufacturers, united by a shared commitment to industry excellence, fair practice, and sustainable growth.
CEFA advocates for its members in all industry negotiations with trade unions, covering wages, working conditions, and employee benefit funds. Through our affiliates and alliance partners, we provide additional resources, guidance, and support to help businesses navigate challenges and succeed in a competitive market.

Driven by integrity and collaboration, CEFA remains a trusted voice for employers across the Western Cape’s metal and engineering sectors.

Join us on 11 November 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre as we bring together the people, businesses and ideas shaping the future of manufacturing in the Western Cape.

Summit Registration: https://manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-manufacturing-summit/

14/10/2026

Catch Alderman James Vos live on CCFm 107.5/96.7 107.5 on the 15th of October 2026 at 17:15 as he discusses the future of manufacturing in Cape Town.

The conversation will explore Cape Town’s manufacturing potential, emerging growth opportunities, creating a business-friendly environment, job creation and skills development, and connecting local manufacturers to African and international markets.

Discover how technology, innovation and the City’s vision can help shape a stronger, more inclusive manufacturing economy.

📅 Date: 15 October 2026
⏰ Time: 17:15
📻 Station: Cape Community FM 107.5

Don't miss this important conversation on the future of manufacturing and its role in driving economic growth.

Summit Registration: https://manufacturingindaba.co.za/register-manufacturing-summit/

13/10/2026

Local manufacturing is more than an industry, it’s a driving force behind South Africa’s economic growth, job creation and industrial development.

Strengthening local manufacturing means building resilient supply chains, supporting local businesses and creating opportunities for sustainable economic growth.

These are exactly the conversations we’ll be having at the 2027 Manufacturing Indaba, exploring how we can strengthen local industry, scale production and position African manufacturing for greater competitiveness in global markets.

Read more via MyBroadband: https://mybroadband.co.za/news/industrynews/670903-why-local-manufacturing-still-matters-the-role-of-south-african-manufacturers-in-economic-growth.html

📅 13–14 July 2027 | Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg

In an increasingly globalised world, where products can be sourced from virtually anywhere, local manufacturing is facing growing pressure but remains a critical pillar of the South African economy.