Manufacturing Indaba 2026
Tue 14 Jul
|Sandton Convention Centre
Manufacturing Indaba is an established annual event dedicated to driving Africa’s reindustrialisation by fostering local manufacturing, connecting leaders and empowering businesses to grow and create jobs
Time & Location
14 Jul 2026, 09:00 – 15 Jul 2026, 17:00
Sandton Convention Centre, 161 Maude St, Sandown, Sandton, 2196, South Africa
About the event
The Scottish Africa Business Association is proud to be an official partner of Manufacturing Indaba 2026, one of Africa’s leading platforms dedicated to advancing the continent’s industrial growth.
Africa is home to around 15% of the world’s population and vast natural resources, yet it currently accounts for just 3% of global manufacturing output. Strengthening manufacturing across the continent is key to unlocking sustainable economic growth, creating jobs, and building greater self-sufficiency.
Manufacturing Indaba plays a pivotal role in this transformation. Bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators, the event is focused on accelerating Africa’s reindustrialisation and supporting the growth of local manufacturing ecosystems.
Taking place over two days, the Indaba offers:
Insightful, high-level discussions on the future of manufacturing in Africa
Valuable networking with key decision-makers and partners