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Africa Automotive Show @IATF2023
2023-11-21 - 2023-11-27 | KZN
The Africa Automotive Show, hosted by the African Association of Automotive Manufacturers (AAAM), is a pan-African event in its scope and scale and includes an exhibition, seminars and B2B/B2G meetings. It attracts automotive roleplayers from across the automotive value-chain from the whole of Africa and global partners, including African heads of state.
The participation of top executives and policy-makers makes the Africa Automotive Show at IATF2023 the ‘Davos’ of the auto sector in Africa. The Show is hosted by the AAAM – African Association of Automotive Manufacturers and partners in Abidjan from Nov 21-27 with a vision to cement pan-African value-chain partnerships as trading under afcfta boosts the reality of regional (African) value chains.
Registration to participate as a hosted buyer, conference delegate, visitor or exhibitor is open.
More info at www.intrafricantradefair.com/en/page/africa-automotive-show or email: andrew@inkanyezi.co.za

Bridging the divide from here to a net zero carbon events future – An interactive workshop
2023-11-21 09:00 - 12:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | the forum | the campus, Ground Floor Wanderers Building, The Campus Office Park Cnr Sloane Street & Main Road, Bryanston,, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2021, South Africa
You’ve heard about the Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) pledge, and you might have even signed it as a supporter or pledged to achieve the target of net zero by 2050. But what does this really all mean, for you and your business?
This interactive workshop – hosted by the Event Greening Forum and facilitated by two sustainable event experts, Grace Stead and Morwesi Ramonyai – is designed to explore the process that lies ahead, while sharing what we as the EGF have done so far, and answering all of your questions and concerns. It’s specifically geared to help NZCE signatories, but everyone who has an interest in the signing pledge or achieving net zero is encouraged to attend.
The interactive workshop will be both an in-person workshop and online. The cost is free to members & for the online event; R250 for non-members attending the in-person event.
Who Should Attend?

NZCE Signatories: As a net zero carbon events (NZCE) signatory, this workshop is tailor-made to empower you with the knowledge, tools, and insights needed to reach your sustainability goals. Learn from seasoned experts, network with fellow signatories, and discover new strategies to reduce your event’s carbon footprint.
Event Professionals: Whether you’re an event planner, organiser, or supplier, this workshop offers invaluable insights for incorporating sustainability into your events. Attend to gain a competitive edge, meet the growing demand for green events, and contribute to a greener future.
Curious Minds: If you are interested in sustainability and want to understand how to contribute to a net zero future, this workshop is a fantastic starting point. Join us to discover the significance of the NZCE pledge, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and how you can make a meaningful impact.

What Will You Learn?

Sustainable Event Strategies: Explore the latest sustainable event trends and strategies you can implement to reduce carbon emissions.
Case Study: Get an in-depth look at a real-world case study, providing practical insights and inspiration for your sustainability efforts.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from the expertise of our facilitators, Grace Stead and Morwesi Ramonyai, who bring a wealth of knowledge in sustainable event management.
Networking: Connect with like-minded professionals and exchange ideas on how to drive the sustainability agenda forward.
