19 May 33rd edition of South Africa Manufacturing Show 2026 is ready

Exito Media Concepts has announced the 33rd edition of the South Africa Manufacturing Show 2026, to be held on 11 June 2026 at Focus Rooms – Universe in South Africa.

Held under the theme Recalibrating South Africa’s Industrial Edge, the event will focus on the transformation of South Africa’s manufacturing sector as companies respond to accelerating digital adoption, evolving global supply chain demands, sustainability requirements and the growing integration of Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies.

The South Africa Manufacturing Show forms part of Exito’s global event series hosted in more than 10 cities worldwide and will bring together more than 150 C-level executives, directors, technology leaders and decision-makers from leading manufacturing organisations, institutions and government bodies across the country.

According to Exito Media Concepts, the event has been designed to help industrial leaders explore strategies to improve operational efficiency, strengthen resilience and accelerate industrial innovation through digital transformation.

South African manufacturers are increasingly investing in smart factory technologies, modernising production ecosystems and adopting digital initiatives aimed at improving competitiveness and supporting long-term industrial sustainability. Industry leaders are also prioritising supply chain optimisation, cybersecurity resilience in connected manufacturing environments, digital skills development, sustainable production practices and AI-driven operational intelligence.

The agenda will include discussions on artificial intelligence, Web 3.0, the Internet of Things, cybersecurity, robotics, smart manufacturing and other Industry 4.0 technologies, with a focus on providing attendees with practical frameworks and actionable insights.

Speakers confirmed for the event include Joseph Ndaba, Irshaad Kathrada, Tapiwa Samanga, Sekhwela Mokgala, Peter Robb, Jolandie Rossouw, Arnold Reddy and Monama Mata.

Topics expected to be covered include automotive transformation, connected supply chains, AI-driven manufacturing, cybersecurity for smart factories, the digitisation of Africa’s mining sector, sustainable industrial innovation, operational excellence through data intelligence and workforce development for Industry 4.0.

The event is CPD certified, with attendees eligible to earn up to eight hours of CPD points. It will also feature the Manufacturing 100 recognition programme, which honours influential leaders driving industrial innovation and transformation across South Africa’s manufacturing sector.