The South Africa Trade Desk

10th Automechanika Johannesburg
2025-10-28 09:00 - 2025-10-30 16:00 UTC | Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, 19 Richards Drive, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
The 10th Automechanika Johannesburg will take place on 28 – 30 October 2025 at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand.
Automechanika Johannesburg has solidified its place in the market as the leading and largest automotive aftermarket trade fair on the African
continent.
The tenth edition of the event is set to take place from 28 – 30 October 2025.
Organised by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, a subsidiary of Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH, a team of experienced industry specialists are on hand to assist you in your exhibition needs and to provide you with the advice and assistance you require to optimise your exhibition experience.

South Africa International Industrial Expo
2025-10-23 08:00 - 2025-10-25 17:00 | Sandton Convention Centre, 161 Maude St, Sandown, Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
This is an international exhibition covering various industrial categories which aims to provide a professional economic and technology exchanging platform between South Africa and the world.

Windaba Connect 2025
2025-10-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), Heerengracht Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA), in partnership with Zerny Experiential invites you to the 4th Annual Windaba Connect on 21 October 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), a precursor to the Windaba Conference & Exhibition.
As the official conversation starter, Windaba Connect has become a trusted platform for dialogue on social impact, skills development, economic growth, and gender diversity – key pillars of South Africa’s just energy transition.
This free-to-attend forum brings together industry leaders, communities, and stakeholders to share knowledge, unpack best practices, and shape measurable solutions that drive meaningful transformation across the renewable energy sector
Register for this event here

Why has South Africa's Economy not benefited from the GNU Dividend?
2025-10-16 17:30 - 20:30
In 2024, the Government of National Unity (GNU) was formed – marking a significant change in the political landscape in South Africa.
After 30 years of political dominance by the African National Congress (ANC), the GNU was formed – ushering in new political voices and participation in the economic and political direction of the country.
These developments were expected to usher in a new era of economic growth and investment optimism in 2025.
While there are early signs of some progress, economic growth has remained stilted and business confidence has failed to follow-through.
Join Currency News and Stanlib as they unpack the reasons behind this. The event will be moderated by experienced by financial journalist, editor and Currency News founder Rob Rose
When: 16 October 2025
Venue: Everard Read Gallery, Cape Town
Time: 17:30 for 18:00 start with drinks and networking afterwards.
RSVP to secure your seat at: taryn@2beansevents.co.za

Getting Advanced Metering Infrastructure Right: Unlocking Market Flexibility and Cybersecurity
2025-10-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Online, South Africa
Advancement of the South African energy infrastructure landscape will be a critical factor in attracting investment and trade opportunities.

The South African–German Energy Partnership has commissioned the report Opportunities for Digitalisation in the South African Energy Sector, which identifies key opportunities for navigating the energy sector’s rapid shift toward decentralisation, digitalisation and decarbonisation. This webinar draws from the report’s insights, focusing on how Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) can unlock market flexibility, strengthen consumer engagement, and safeguard grid reliability. The session will unpack AMI’s role in a digital energy system, the critical importance of cybersecurity, and best practices for reliable implementation.

Participants will gain practical lessons on how to get AMI right — balancing innovation with security and unlocking opportunities for a more resilient and sustainable energy future. This is the first in a two-part series of webinars designed to disseminate the report’s findings and explore actionable opportunities for the energy sector.

Event Details:
Date: 16 October 2025 at 14:00

Register for this event here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ctCcGgraRzKIs-2iqPiLfA#/registration

The presenters:

Rashid Khan – Senior Manager: Program Management Advisory team·EY Africa

Rashid is a Chartered Accountant (CA) with 15 years of experience, specialising in managing large teams and projects in various countries, including South Africa, the UK, USA, Ghana, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, with a deep focus on the energy and utilities sector. He specialises in consulting for complex infrastructure and IT projects, including smart grid and energy solutions. Rashid has worked extensively with South African municipalities on smart grid implementations using IoT and innovative funding models.

Jan Nel – Cyber Security Partner·EY Africa

Jan is an Associate Partner and part of the South African Cyber leadership team, leading Emerging Tech (AI, Cloud, OT/IoT) for Africa. He has over 20 years of IT experience, of which 17 have been spent focused on Cyber Security. Jan has worked closely with business in providing and delivering on strategic cyber initiatives and delivering on a number of cyber security solutions.

Haleon Policy Roundtable: Advancing health access through local manufacturing and policy innovation
2025-10-15 08:00 - 10:00 | Maslow Hotel (Rivonia), Rivonia Road, Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
The event is convened under the theme “Advancing health access through local manufacturing and policy innovation” in collaboration with the British Chamber of Business in Southern Africa and the UK Department for Business & Trade.
Event Details:
Date: 15 October 2025
Venue: The Maslow Hotel, Rivonia Rd, Grayston Dr, Gauteng, Sandton, 2146
Time: 08h30
The roundtable will bring together policymakers, regulators, industry associations and business leaders to engage in dialogue on critical issues shaping Africa’s future, including trade policy, health policy, and regulatory frameworks.
Haleon believes that open dialogue between government and business is vital to addressing Africa’s healthcare challenges and unlocking opportunities for sustainable growth. As a proud sponsor of the B20, the official business engagement forum of the G20, Haleon is committed to contributing meaningfully to conversations at both the continental and global level on how health, trade, and policy intersect to create impact.
Through their self-care agenda, Haleon is working to support healthcare priorities across the African continent. By empowering people to take charge of their everyday health, we help relieve pressure on healthcare systems, improve access to affordable and trusted solutions, and promote health inclusivity- in the pursuit of better everyday health. Haleon’s Cape Town manufacturing facility, which exports to 13 markets majority on the African continent, is central to this mission, supporting local production, regional supply resilience, and skills development.
Register here.
