AFRICAN CONSTRUCTION EXPO 2021 OPENS MONDAY
The African Construction and Totally Concrete Digital Expo 2021 runs from 23 -25 August, and global event organisers, dmg events will be hosting over 2000 built environment professionals from southern Africa’s public and private sectors. Traditionally held in Johannesburg, the 8th edition will provide the same warm welcome and features from a virtual platform. Current restrictions on gatherings cannot get in the way of development.
With a strong emphasis on recovery, economic-growth, job creation and enterprise development – with inclusive transformation as a guiding principle – the event comes at the perfect time. This week, South Africa’s Department of Public Works released its National Infrastructure Plan 2050 (NIP 2050) for public comment, energising sector professionals around a framework for discussion benefitting all regional development.
With over 20 industry associations and bodies (including the National African Federation for the Building Industry and The South African Institute of Civil Engineering) supporting the three-day event, features include:
- Stakeholders Engagement Forum on 23 August focused on economic recovery for inclusive growth;
- Plenary Pane on 24 August, unpacking the opportunities for innovative funding and investment for smart-city development;
- CPD-accredited Workshops across various construction disciplines
- Digital Exhibition Showcase featuring over 60 manufacturers of services and products valuable to southern Africa’s construction sector.
Notable South African government participation includes newly appointed National Human Settlements Minister, Honourable Mmamoloko Kubayi, and Gauteng’s Provincial MEC of Human Settlements Mr Lebogang Maile.
“We support the ultimate goal of government to to rebuild a vibrant and empowered civil construction and supplier sector through NIPS2050…but the implementation thereof is going to be critical if it is to succeed…this will, no doubt, be a key discussion point during the Stakeholder Forum on 23 August,” says Aubrey Tshalata President of National African Federation for the Building Industry. “We have been a keen and active partner of the African Construction and Totally Concrete Expo since 2016, and pleased that dmg events continue to ensure that transformation and SMME development is placed at the centre of the agenda… both play an ever-more critical role in building, advancing and innovating Southern Africa’s construction industry,” concludes Tshalata
The African Smart Cities Summit which takes place alongside this event, will include a number of prominent continental and global experts who will inspire the development and management of smart cities. Featured participants include, Nigeria’s Representative at the 3rd General Assembly of the African Union, Economic, Social & Cultural Council, Honourable Minister Oba John Adebusuyi; President & Founder of the African Smart Cities Innovation Foundation, David Olatunji, and South Africa’s Trevor Rammitlwa, Chief Executive Officer, National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa.
“The African Construction and Totally Concrete Expo and its collocated events remain a significant contributor to economic growth, recovery and transformation of southern Africa’s construction industry and is an essential enabler of buyer and seller engagements. The digital event, will provide an impactful platform for engagement, skills development, lead generation and knowledge, which will ultimately drive business growth and support the sectors recovery,” says Portfolio Director, Tracy-Lee Behr, organiser of the event.
To register for the free to attend event, or for more information visit www.africanconstructionexpo.com
Issued by: dmg events: ZaraEckles@dmgevents.com cell: +27 82 333 0662
About the organisers:
dmg events is a leading organiser of face-to-face and digital events and a publisher of trade magazines. We aim to positively impact the African economy and community by providing platforms for public and private sector professionals to connect and forge strong relationships that will drive the future of the African continent. In response to current times, dmg events ensures digital access to credible content and connections for professionals unable to attend live events. dmg events has a portfolio of 80 events managed across 11 offices worldwide with two of those offices based in South Africa. The team organises 14 events in Africa, bringing together more than 30 000 professionals from the Construction, Infrastructure, Coatings, Mining, Transport, Food & Beverage, Trade and Hospitality sectors. www.dmgevents.com
