Manufacturing Indaba is one of the leading manufacturing conferences and exhibitions in Africa, focused on growing and strengthening the continent’s industrial sector.

1. It brings together manufacturers, government, investors, and industry leaders
2. Focuses on industrialisation, localisation, and economic growth
3. Combines a conference + expo + networking platform

👉 The goal is simple: drive African manufacturing growth and reduce reliance on imports.

📍 Key Event Details (2026)

1. Date: 14–15 July 2026
2. Location: Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
3. Format: Conference (strategy & insights)
4. Exhibition (products & solutions)
5. B2B networking programme

🎯 What It Focuses On

The Indaba is very aligned with your mission. Core themes include:

🇿🇦 Localisation & Industrial Growth

1. Reducing import dependency
2. Building local value chains
3. Strengthening African production

🤖 Innovation & Technology

1. AI, automation, smart factories
2. Industry 4.0 / 5.0 adoption

🌍 Market Access

1. Leveraging AfCFTA for exports
2. Expanding into African markets

💰 Investment & Funding

1. Connecting manufacturers with capital
2. Public-private partnerships

♻️ Sustainability

1. Green manufacturing
2. Energy efficiency and cost reduction

Register: https://manufacturingindaba.co.za/visit-exhibition/