Plastics|SA

Plastics|SA represents all sectors of the South African Plastics Industry including polymer producers and importers, converters, machine suppliers, fabricators and recyclers.

​Together with our associations, we play an active role in the growth and development of the SA industry and strive to address plastics related issues, influence role-players and make plastics the material of choice

Website: https://www.plasticsinfo.co.za/

Randburg Chamber of Commerce & Industry (RCCI)

The Randburg Chamber of Commerce & Industry boasts 61 years of support to local businesses.  Our mandate is to facilitate connectivity and opportunities for business.

We offer support at Municipal, Provincial and Government levels on issues affecting business as well as social and service delivery matters. Our main focus is SME development, upliftment and support for business in all spheres in South Africa and in SADC. We offer Electronic Certificates of Origin, utilizing our own SA designed system with excellent training and support. Businesses are encouraged to work and communicate with the chamber to enable us to service them better.

Website: https://rcci.co.za/

South African Stainless Steel Development Association  (SASSDA)

Sassda is an association of more than 200 members, involved in the manufacturing of a variety of stainless steel products, or in the servicing of the stainless steel industry. Sassda members supply products and services, meeting international standards, throughout Africa.

Sassda offers its members a comprehensive range of marketing and market development assistance, as well as a comprehensive technical advice service. If the enquiry requires more in depth investigation, members are referred to other professional organisations that provide such services for a fee.

Website: www.sassda.co.za/

Mining Equipment Manufacturers of South Africa (MEMSA)

Mining Equipment Manufacturers of SA (MEMSA), an industry cluster established in 2016 with support of the dtic through the Cluster Development Programme comprises of 68 members and represents a large majority of SA mining OEMs – manufacturers of mining equipment, components, consumables and software.

MEMSA serves as a voice for the South African mining equipment manufacturing industry and serves as a point of liaison for government and the private sector. MEMSA works with a wide range of stakeholders to position manufacturers in local, regional and global mining supply chains as preferred suppliers through competitive, safe, modernised, innovative and transformative products and services.

Website: www.memsa.org.za

Aluminium Federation of South Africa (AFSA)

The Aluminium Federation of South Africa (AFSA) has actively promoted the awareness of and use of aluminium in South Africa since 1981. The federation is one of the most engaged aluminium industry associations globally. AFSA advocates for the South African aluminium industry at regional and international levels. South Africa’s aluminium industry contributes significantly to the nation’s economy, producing primary metal, secondary alloys, extrusions, rolled products, and various finished products.

AFSA’s members enjoy various benefits, including access to technical information and advice, training, skill enhancement, market research, and business development support. The federation also plays a crucial role in representing and safeguarding the interests of its members in the market. Most AFSA members operate within sub-sectors such as primary and secondary aluminium ingot production, rolling, extrusion, and metal fabrication. The locally produced aluminium is used in architecture and construction, general engineering and fabrication, packaging and castings.

AFSA and its members support the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of South Africa (SEIFSA) as it hosts the 2025 instalment of Manufacturing Indaba.

Website: www.afsa.org.za  

Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA)

The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) represents employers in the metals and engineering sector, lobbying for policies that benefit the industry and negotiating collective agreements on wages and employment conditions. Serving as a critical voice in various business and tri-partite forums, SEIFSA offers a range of services to its members, including advisory, training, and seminars. Founded in 1943, it includes 18 employers’ organizations across diverse sectors, dedicated to fostering a conducive business environment. Its efforts emphasize the importance of unity in advocating for the sector’s interests amidst evolving challenges.

Website: www.seifsa.co.za

Proudly South African

Proudly South African is the country’s official Buy Local campaign and aims to stimulate much-needed job creation and retention in our country through the lobbying for and promotion of local goods, services and industries.

The organisation lobbies the public and private sectors to increase their levels of local procurement through their supply chain structures and encourages consumers to do so through changing their purchasing habits.

Proudly SA is a membership-based organisation, and only companies that have been audited and approved are entitled to carry the logo, which symbolises the adherence of that product or service to required local-content thresholds and quality standards.

Website: www.proudlysa.co.za

The South African Oil Gas Alliance (SAOGA)​

The SAAEE was established in 2018 as the South African chapter of the International Association for Energy Economics. The first Bylaws was approved in February 2018. The SAAEE expertise is in energy economics and policy, with a focus on the South African energy sector, its linkage with the world energy markets, climate policies and the future energy scene. The SAAEE does not represent any sector of the industry, and does not promote certain technologies without scientific evidence. The discussions promote a variety of views to confront the current energy challenges that South Africa faces. The Association receives no public funding and is dependent on membership subscriptions from individuals and companies and event sponsorship to keep going.

Website: www.saoga.org.za/web/about-us

The International Trade Council

The International Trade Council is a peak-body chamber of commerce committed to advancing global trade by reducing barriers and promoting commerce through education and networking. We advocate for free trade, believing it stimulates economic growth, creates jobs, and enhances living standards worldwide. Guided by transparent regulations, we champion open markets and fair competition, promoting trade liberalization. Our mission is to assist members in navigating international trade complexities by offering simplified processes and essential resources. With chapters in 28 countries and a diverse membership spanning 179 nations, we provide global support, making us a truly international organization.

website: tradecouncil.org/

 

The Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS)

The Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) is dedicated to advancing manufacturing excellence in Africa. Based in Kloof, Durban, TWIMS offers executive short courses, masterclasses, and a manufacturing-focused MBA in collaboration with the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS). Their core offerings include the future of manufacturing, green manufacturing, gender transformation, and lean principles. TWIMS also provides scholarships, hosts industry events, conducts research, and promotes a collaborative learning environment to foster innovation and leadership in the manufacturing sector. Their mission is to enhance the capabilities of manufacturing professionals across the continent.

Printing SA

The official voice of the printing, packaging, signage and visual communications industries. At Printing SA, we represent the interests of the printing, packaging, branding, creative design, marketing and communications industry. We ensure the industry is sustainable and that all stakeholders and, in particular, our members prosper.

SAISI

SAISI is an industry representative association for 96% of all steel produced in South Africa which aims to enhance the image and public visibility of the industry.

Additionally, SAISI represents affiliated members from the steel re-rolling and foundries industries.

SAISI is an organisation for its members and driven by its members. Its activities are operated through a working group structure, where members can participate and contribute to the outcome of SAISI’s activities. With the support of its stakeholders, SAISI continues to turn challenges into opportunities.

The Steel Tube Export Association of South Africa (STEASA)

was established to develop a sustainable, internationally competitive carbon steel and low alloy steel tube and pipe manufacturing industry which meets the broader national objectives of job and wealth creation through:

Effectively utilizing all resources available within the industry to promote sustainable export growth, promote bilateral trade for existing manufacturers and by facilitating entry and investment into new markets.

Co-operation with industry stakeholders in the elimination of non-tariff barriers and restraints to global competitiveness.

Expediting and implementing processes that promote bilateral trade for existing manufacturers and by facilitating entry and investment into new markets.

Website: www.steasa.com

Illumination Engineering Society of South Africa (IESSA)

Illumination Engineering Society of South Africa (IESSA) represents South Africa internationally and thereby acts as the National Committee of the Commission International De L’Eclairage (CIE). The CIE provides a national and international forum for the discussion of all matters relating to the science, technology and art in the fields of light and lighting and for the interchange of information in these fields between countries. Therefore, it acts as a liaison between the world and South Africa to bring us to the forefront of these forever changing trends and technologies.

South African experts represent various topics in the lighting technology field that serve on the CIE and areresponsible for the development of standards for the different aspects of illumination for that field, for examplelighting safety, they measure and ensure the response of human sight and the environment to different methods of lighting.

IESSA also has its own Technology Committee who facilitates professional correspondence, acts on behalf of IESSA members, deals with any disputes; conform to mandatory safety and specifications and the general promotion of good quality luminaires in the industry.

IESSA MISSION: IESSA supports the practical implementation of internationally recognised lighting practices for the direct and indirect enjoyment and benefit of the general public.

IESSA OBJECTIVE: To provide a forum for business, training, public engagement, national standards and meaningful engagement with stakeholders within the lighting industry both nationally and internationally.

The Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA)

The Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) is the voluntary industry association representing the entire value chain of the local PVC industry.

With the help of our members, SAVA strives to create a dynamic, sustainable and responsible vinyls industry in the sub-Saharan region by growing the industry and protecting its stature through communicating the latest, scientifically-based and researched information.

 

The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry for Southern Africa

The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry for Southern Africa (AHK Southern Africa) is part of the worldwide network of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHK) with 150 locations in 93 countries. It was founded in 1952 and since then has supported around 600 member companies in their international business as an important platform for bilateral economic exchange.

AHKs in Germany are closely linked to the network of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHKs). Together, IHKs and AHKs support German companies in establishing and expanding their business relations with foreign countries.