SA Auto Week Pre-Activations
Auto Trade Manual Launch
The Automotive Trade Manual – 2025 – South Africa publication, previously produced and compiled by the Automotive Industry Export Council (AIEC), has from 2024 been published as a newly branded publication under the auspices of naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. As the acknowledged source of key automotive trade data and other information, this publication, like the 17 publications since 2007, provides a comprehensive overview of the export and import performance of the South African automotive industry under the Automotive Production Development Programme (APDP) and APDP Phase 2 (APDP2). Among the topics covered in the Manual are the top automotive export destinations, the major countries of origin, the main export trade blocs, the top automotive products being exported and imported, as well as the top growth markets and products. The Manual further explores the impact of the trade arrangements currently enjoyed by South Africa in the trade of vehicles and related automotive components.
A fundamental driver of success in an ever-changing global and domestic landscape is the ability to analyse and interpret data, which is a powerful tool to propel a business’s success. A slew of challenges is currently reshaping the trajectory of the automotive industry, globally and in South Africa, exerting pressures that are fundamentally transforming its landscape. The more complex and uncertain the world becomes, the greater the demand for clear insights from data to provide a more predictable roadmap through economic disruption and political turmoil. Converting data to insights, therefore, is imperative, as the strategic and operational value of data grows exponentially once it has been refined, processed and transformed by way of unlocking learnings and discernments to improve operational efficiencies. By leveraging the actionable insights secured through data analytics, businesses can gain a competitive edge which can ultimately be the difference between market leadership and market parity.
Auto Masterclasses
Held Friday 8 August 2025
This exclusive virtual masterclass unpacked the latest trends, innovations, and future-forward thinking shaping the mobility landscape. The session featured impactful presentations and live Q&A sessions. Attendees got the chance to engage with key industry experts and thought leaders. We were honoured to have esteemed industry leaders as keynote and guest speakers including:
Billy TOM, President, naamsa
Mikel MABASA, Chief Executive Officer, naamsa
Vukani MNGXATI, Chief Executive Officer, Accenture in Africa
Andreas CAPPEL, Artificial Intelligence and Product Innovation Lead, Accenture Song
Greg CRESS, Principal Director: Automotive & eMobility, Accenture South Africa
Held Friday 22 August 2025 [Hybrid]
Friday 19 September 2025
Thought Leadership Roundtable
Held Thursday 28 August 2025
naamsa in collaboration with the East London Development Zone [ELIDZ] will host a Thought Leadership Roundtable Discussion on Thursday 28 August 2025 at the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ). This year’s roundtable theme is: South African Inc. amidst Geopolitical Tensions.
As South Africa’s export-driven automotive sector faces increasing global pressures from the U.S, China trade tensions and tariff policies, to the future of AGOA, BRICS realignments, and the EU Green Deal — this dialogue comes at a crucial moment for our province and our country.
