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The Local Southern African Manufacturing Expo in Johannesburg, South Africa is a leading industrial and manufacturing trade exhibition that showcases the region’s manufacturing capabilities across a wide range of sectors — including industry, construction, mining, agriculture, power and engineering. Organised in association with the South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC) and staged at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, this expo provides a dedicated platform where manufacturers, suppliers, decision-makers and industry professionals can engage with the latest products, technologies and solutions that drive growth and competitiveness in Southern Africa’s manufacturing economy.
The exhibition floor brings together local and regional companies presenting machinery, components, industrial equipment, capital goods and technical solutions that support both heavy industry and value-added manufacturing operations. With participation from sectors including construction, automotive, metals, ICT and electronics, transport, chemicals and more, the event enables attendees to compare offerings, source innovations and build supplier relationships in a highly targeted business environment.
A key dimension of the Local Southern African Manufacturing Expo is its role as a business development and networking hub. Delegates include industry leaders, technical specialists, procurement professionals and project planners who come to connect with exhibitors, explore collaboration opportunities and strengthen market presence across Africa and beyond. The expo’s positioning alongside complementary industry events amplifies its value as a comprehensive showcase of manufacturing excellence.
In addition to product demonstrations, the event often features free-to-attend seminar programmes, workshops and skills development zones where experts share practical insights on industry trends, standards, workforce training and legislative developments that affect manufacturing and industrial operations. These educational components help visitors deepen their understanding of current challenges and emerging opportunities shaping Southern African manufacturing.
Whether you’re focused on advancing production technologies, sourcing quality equipment or forging meaningful partnerships, the Local Southern African Manufacturing Expo offers a practical, dynamic platform that supports business growth, innovation and industry networking in one of Africa’s most important economic regions.