Automechanika’s Sub-Saharan Africa Buyers and Visitors Roadshow has concluded its six-nation journey with a high-impact finale in Windhoek, Namibia. The showcase brought together automotive, transport and logistics stakeholders to share insights, strengthen networks and build momentum ahead of Automechanika Johannesburg 2025.
Over the past months the roadshow visited Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya and Mozambique before arriving in Namibia. Each stop attracted a cross-section of industry leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators eager to exchange ideas on the future of the automotive aftermarket and transport industries.
In Windhoek, the morning programme combined keynote addresses, panel discussions and interactive sessions designed to tackle skills gaps, embrace digital transformation and unlock growth opportunities. Operations director Gerhard van Zyl highlighted the urgent need to close the training divide in transport and logistics through micro-upskilling, structured apprenticeships and supplier-driven training. Logistics specialist Willem Hausiku outlined how artificial intelligence, predictive maintenance and the circular economy are reshaping the sector. SKF’s Heinrich Stoltz shared data showing Africa’s automotive aftermarket set to grow from $21 billion in 2024 to more than $33 billion by 2033, underscoring the continent’s potential for localisation and scalable solutions.
Organisers say the Namibia showcase reinforced the appetite across Africa for knowledge-sharing and regional collaboration. Those conversations will continue at Automechanika Johannesburg 2025 at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 28 to 30 October. The event will feature product showcases, live demonstrations, training workshops and extensive networking opportunities for exhibitors, delegates and visitors from around the world.
For registration and exhibitor information contact Tracy Gounden at tracy.gounden@za.messefrankfurt.com or visit automechanikasa.co.za.
