First published Oct 13, 2026, 11:58:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 13, 2026, 11:58:15 AM UTC

Durban hosts SA Auto Week

South Africa’s fifth annual automotive industry gathering is taking place at Durban’s International Convention Centre. Government and industry participants are discussing policy, manufacturing, electric vehicles and investment.

Why it matters

The event brings public- and private-sector participants together to discuss issues affecting South Africa’s automotive sector.

Location

Categories: economy-and-trade, technology, energy-and-resources, politics-and-governance

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