
30th Edition
SOUTH AFRICA MANUFACTURING SHOW
Building the Future of Manufacturing in South Africa
South Africa Manufacturing Show 2025
The 30th Edition of the South Africa Manufacturing Show, is part of a global series of events which has taken place in more than 10 cities across multiple continents over the past few years.
The South Africa Manufacturing Show is a by invite only in-person event exclusively for technology leaders from leading businesses, institutions and government officials representing South Africa’s manufacturing sector. The agenda at the South Africa Manufacturing Show has been meticulously crafted to identify critical approaches needed to make informed business decisions, improve operational efficiency and drive digital culture forward.
The Summit will bring together 150+ C-Level Executives, Directors, and Heads of Technology to discuss the potential of AI, Web 3.0, IoT, Cyber Security and other 4IR technologies, revealing the insights needed to embrace impactful change now!
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South Africa Manufacturing Market?
17.2%
Highest % of Job Creation in Manufacturing
700 000
Capacity to Produce Vehicles Annually
12.27 %
Manufacturing Contibution to the GDP
1.5 million
People to Work in Industrial Manufacturing
0.4%
Rise in Manufacturing sector
0.7%
Increase in Manufacturing in year 2023.
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Why Attend ?

Learn & Grow
At the South Africa Manufacturing Show, further your professional development by being a part of the discussions & collaborative workshops changing the industry as we know it.
Showcase Of Digital Solutions By World-class Technology Providers
Gather practical perspectives from many real-world use-cases shared by the market’s top Innovation & Technology experts, including early adopters and leaders from across the region.
Collective Collaboration
We cannot undermine the importance of interacting and learning from one another. Collaborate to build for the future together with industry peers and share experiences.
Source Your Most Reliable Partner Through Face-to-face Interactions
We understand that the value of a live event comes from the quality of networking opportunities. Connect & Meet one-on-one with global potential partners for tailored guidance to help you achieve your mission-critical business priorities.
Outstanding Return On Investment - For Your Time Spent
Whether you’re a seasoned technology or a strategic expert, the South Africa Manufacturing Show is a guaranteed time-saving, highly informative, accessible & professional Human Resource platform.Featured Discussions
Powering South Africa’s Manufacturing Revolution & Navigating Global Trends
- The role of smart technologies like AI, IoT, and robotics in enhancing South African manufacturing efficiency and sustainability.
- Strategies to address workforce shortages through reskilling, upskilling, and creating an inclusive, future-ready talent pool.
- Leveraging micro factories and digital transformation to unlock new business models and market opportunities.
- How South African manufacturers can build resilience in the face of supply chain disruptions and global uncertainties.
From Green to Gold: Harnessing Sustainability to Drive Manufacturing Growth.
- Strategies for aligning manufacturing processes with sustainability goals to meet consumer demand for green products.
- Navigating global policies such as the CSRD, JSE Sustainability Disclosures and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism to remain competitive.
- Practical approaches to implementing a circular economy model to reduce waste and optimize resource use.
- How eco-friendly practices can unlock new revenue streams and enhance brand value.
The Supply Chain Shake-Up: Navigating Disruptions, Diversification, and the Future of Product-as-a-Service
- The importance of expanding supply chain visibility beyond suppliers to customers' customers, using digital tools to improve decision-making and material sourcing.
- Exploring the shift towards product-as-a-service models, from subscription-based offerings to data-driven services, and the benefits of creating more predictable revenue streams.
- The challenges and opportunities of onboarding alternative suppliers, balancing cost-efficiency with complexity, and managing new logistical intricacies.
- Strategies for South African manufacturers to build agile, sustainable, and forward-thinking supply chains in a post-pandemic world.
Twin It to Win It: Optimizing Manufacturing with Digital Twins
- How digital twin technology can simulate and optimize production processes, leading to improved efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Industry-specific use cases, including automotive, mining, and agriculture, showcasing the real-world impact of digital twins.
- Best practices for adopting and implementing digital twins in South African manufacturing environments.
- Future trends in digital twin technology and its potential to transform South Africa’s manufacturing sector.
The Tech Trifecta: AI, IoT, and Robotics in Manufacturing
- How AI, IoT, and robotics work together to create smarter, more efficient manufacturing systems.
- Real-world use cases of these technologies in South Africa’s key manufacturing sectors like automotive, mining, and agriculture.
- Overcoming challenges related to the integration of AI, IoT, and robotics, including cost, data security, and skilled labor.
- The future of AI, IoT, and robotics in driving South Africa’s manufacturing industry forward.
Navigating Transformation in Manufacturing: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Digital Innovation
- Understanding the benefits of smart factories and how SMEs in South Africa can leverage these technologies to optimize operations and increase competitiveness.
- Transforming operating models to align with long-term business goals.
- The role of digital tools like AI and cloud in enabling innovation.
- Leveraging interactive digital products for customer loyalty and market expansion.
- Overcoming challenges such as skills shortages, infrastructure issues, and global risks.










JOB TITLES
- CEOs
- CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, VPs/GMs/Directors/Heads - IT
- Heads of Digital Transformation
- COOs
- Plant Heads
- Manufacturing Heads
- Engineering Heads
- Procurement Heads
- Process Management Heads
- Supply Chain Heads
- Logistics & Warehousing Heads
- OPEX Heads

Past Partners
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What Clients Say
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Testimonials

I enjoyed the event and found the delegate profiles and presentations very informative. I had productive conversations with potential customers and prospects, and I believe we will generate a decent list of leads for our company. The venue, food, and crowd were all excellent, and I had many interesting conversations and gained a lot of knowledge. We will definitely consider sponsoring DTS in the future.

I had really good conversations today with the number of delegates coming from the region and other places. Quite likely we we will consider it for the next year or your next city. The overall conversations were really good probably some of the really interesting conversations in change management and practical side of it and were really interesting.

I would rate the overall event a 9 out of 10 because it was very strategic and focused, with a mix of decision makers and influencers in attendance. We expect to have a good number of conversions with the enterprise accounts we met, and we are looking forward to working with Exito again in the future. There is a great scope for collaboration and we appreciate the opportunity to participate in this event.

I would rate the event a 9 or 10 out of 10. It was well put together and we received fantastic feedback and had high-quality conversations with delegates. It has been one of the best events we have participated in, with a good return on investment and leads generated. The audience was perfect and their interactions and participation in the event were excellent. The panel discussion was also very informative and useful for my presentation.

It was absolutely beyond my expectations. I've attended and sponsored many events in the past, but the kind of turnaround we've seen in this event is fabulous. We're leaving with a good number of opportunities in hand.The discussions have been good, helping us find potential areas of collaboration. These one-to-one meetings have aided networking and identifying collaboration areas. We felt it is more relevant to the portfolio we carry.

I think it is a fabulous event. I got a chance to meet very high level people from the government sector and various industries. I think one-to-one meetings were quiet helpful for us about the customers who wanted to visit us. More than 70-80% of delegates were related to our business.These type of events are helpful for customers and vendors to communicate and give opportunity to learn on market demand and provide solutions to those customers.
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