https://www.bizcommunity.com/Manufacturing Africa Manufacturing news 15 Manufacturing news - Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/Manufacturing en-us Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:17:41 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/propak-west-africa-returns-with-global-innovation-practical-solutions-and-industry-expertise-308078a As manufacturers across West Africa respond to growing demand for greater productivity, efficiency and sustainability, access to the latest technologies, expert knowledge and trusted industry partners has never been more important. Opening soon at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, from 8-10 September, Propak West Africa will once again bring together local and international exhibitors, manufacturers and industry professionals for one of West Africa's premier manufacturing and packaging exhibitions, serving the packaging, plastics, print, labelling and food processing sectors. More than an exhibition, Propak West Africa provides a platform where global innovation, technical expertise and business opportunities converge to support sustainability, strengthen regional manufacturing and connect local industry with world-class technologies and solutions. 1-271303 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:44:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/zara-clothing-supplier-pearl-global-evaluates-africa-expansion-as-europe-demand-grows-297827a India's Pearl Global is exploring manufacturing opportunities in North Africa and countries like Jordan as the Zara clothing supplier looks to move production closer to European customers and diversify beyond the United States, a top executive said. 1-271210 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:47:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/to-the-next-25-years-of-business-communications-and-conversations-967784a On 20 August 2001, the first Bizcommunity newsletter was sent, marking the beginning of a publishing journey that would give a voice to business communities across South Africa. 1-270974 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:04:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.africa/article/3-shifts-that-will-translate-manufacturing-potential-into-sustainable-growth-for-africa-967714a The ambition is real and the potential is real, but the translation into competitive, bankable industrial output is where Africa keeps falling short. Africa’s manufacturing value added has climbed steadily, reaching an estimated $351bn in 2025, up from $285bn in 2020, according to the African Development Bank’s 2025 Africa Industrialisation Index. 1-270934 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.africa/article/new-automation-innovations-on-show-at-electra-mining-africa-2026-301818a New emerging innovations are transforming the South African mining, manufacturing, industrial and automation sectors and driving the deployment of advanced technological solutions across operations. Innovations such as mechanisation, automation and digitalisation are improving safety and productivity on mines, production facilities, industrial plants and warehouses. However, to deliver real value, these technologies must be cost-effective and designed to solve practical industry challenges. 1-270543 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:09:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.africa/article/propak-west-africa-industry-focused-conference-for-production-and-packaging-professionals-412339a The packaging industry across West Africa continues to evolve, driven by expanding consumer markets, rising demand for more efficient and sustainable packaging solutions, and advances in automation and digital technologies. As manufacturers respond to these changing market dynamics, improving productivity, efficiency and competitiveness has become an increasing priority. 1-270475 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:51:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/africas-sustainable-fashion-future-to-be-unveiled-at-twygs-africa-textile-talks-412409a Attendees at this year’s Twyg Africa Textile Talks, held in Cape Town on 31 July and 1 August, are in for a textile treat. The non-profit media platform will reveal the finalists of its inaugural Textile Innovation Challenge at the V&A Watershed. 1-270165 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:01:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/bosch-celebrates-120-years-in-sa-with-renewed-focus-on-local-innovation-and-growth-856153a For more than a century, Bosch has been part of South Africa's industrial story. Now, as the global technology and engineering company celebrates 120 years in the country, it is reaffirming its long-term commitment to local manufacturing, skills development, sustainable technologies and industrial innovation. 1-270059 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:56:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/biovac-75m-cash-injection-to-boost-vaccine-production-and-create-jobs-958644a Africa is moving closer to creating its first end-to-end multi-vaccine manufacturing facility, as Cape Town-based Biovac has received a €75m cash injection from European investors. The investment will allow Biovac to expand its facility, creating 7,340 jobs and boosting the continent's end-to-end vaccine manufacturing capability. 1-267384 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:56:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/smarter-field-sales-without-the-enterprise-price-tag-622571a For companies that rely on field representatives, execution in the market is everything. Sales teams visiting stores, managing relationships, checking promotions, placing orders and gathering market intelligence are the engine that drives revenue across retail, distribution and service industries. 1-266421 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:45:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Manufacturing Africa