Industry Spotlights

Discover Industry Spotlights, featuring trade organizations, associations, and industry bodies from various sectors across Africa. Gain valuable insights, explore trends, and connect with key players shaping the global business landscape.

Industry Spotlights on the Africa Regions

ASPASA : Spotlight

We sit down with Letisha van den Berg, Director of the surface mining industry association, ASPASA, who outlines the organisation’s crucial role in advocating for SA’s small surface mining and quarrying industry.

Malawi Chamber of Mines : Spotlight

The Malawi Chamber of Mines is a group operating in the minerals industry for the advancement of sustainable mineral exploitation for the benefit of members, government, and local communities. Grain Malunga, Coordinator, tells us more.

Aerospace, Maritime, and Defence Industries Association of South Africa : Spotlight

The Aerospace, Maritime, and Defence Industries Association of South Africa (AMD) contributes to national security and industrial and technology objectives. Sandile Ndlovu, Executive Chairperson tells us more.

Botswana Chamber of Mines : Spotlight

Botswana’s mining and exploration industry is a primary sector that has spearheaded the national economy since the 1970s. We dive head-first into the internationally recognised industry to learn about its admirable history and plans for a prosperous future.

South African Oil & Gas Alliance : Spotlight

South Africa’s strategic geographical location, proximity to major shipping routes, and well-developed financial sector, alongside an abundance of indigenous natural resources, combine to present an ideal location for onshore and offshore oil and gas exploration.

Chemical and Allied Industries Association : Spotlight

Against a backdrop of considerable socioeconomic challenges, South Africa’s chemicals industry demonstrates enduring resilience as it continues to grow.

South African Petroleum Industry Association (SAPIA) : Spotlight

The South African liquid fuels industry has become an economic powerhouse. We take a deep dive into this eminent industry and how it is continuing to drive the nation’s economy on a robust and sustainable level.

Professional Group of Miners of Côte d’Ivoire : Spotlight

Striving to make mining an essential pillar of the Ivorian economy, the Professional Group of Miners of Côte d’Ivoire (GPMCI) is responsible for promoting the industry, developing the community, and rehabilitating the environment.

Burkina Faso Chamber of Mines : Spotlight

Since the 2000s, Burkina Faso has been experiencing a mining boom. However, despite being in the midst of a modern gold rush, the country has undergone security challenges over the past two years with a significant impact on the mining industry.

Botswana Diamond Manufacturers Association (BDMA) : Spotlight

Botswanan soil, very rich in diamonds, has secured its financial future with De Beers to improve the country’s living standards.

South African Medical Technology Industry Association (SAMED) : Spotlight

As South Africa rolls out national health insurance, a healthy MedTech sector will be instrumental to the delivery of quality patient care.

South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) : Spotlight

The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association is delivering a solar PV powered future. Rethabile Melamu, CEO, weighs up the challenges and opportunities for the solar PV industry.