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African Utility Week - the largest power and utility event in Africa
8 to 12 May 2006
African Utility Week proved to be the largest utility and power event ever to be held in Africa with 878 delegates from 42 different countries. The forum is unique as it includes seminars, a large exhibition, training workshops, hands on training and technical tours.
A number of well known industry events will take place under one roof in one week namely:
South African Prepayment Week 2006 - This is the only seminar of its kind to focus on prepayment technologies and projects - South Africa is known as the global leader in prepayment technologies and applications. This year the conference will concentrate on PODs, vending services and integration of prepayment systems in one sector, and taking them to a new level to have combined systems and shared services for water, electricity and telecoms. Consumer acceptance strategies will also be tackled.
Metering, billing/CRM Africa 2006 - The premier metering, billing and customer service conference for utility leaders. These seminars focus on present and emerging strategies and technologies for customer-end service delivery and revenue collection.
Southern African Power Industry Convention 2006 -This event will provide unique insight into the status of energy capacity in southern Africa, and will take a present and futuristic look at the financing of new generation projects, IPP status in South Africa, nuclear technologies, and maintenance equipment at power stations in Africa. Contractual agreements all the way from transmission implementation to rural electrification synopsis will also be highlighted.
ESCO Africa -This forum will be the saving grace for our African power shortage. It consists of a number of half day and full day workshops focusing on using the energy supplied with the present infra-structure more efficiently and more effectively. US consultants will discuss the DSM programmes that were used during the California energy crises. This track also includes energy management and audits, as well as international measurement and verification courses
Including hands on technical tours
AMR, Advanced Metering and Energy Management Technical Study Tour
The AMR, Advanced Metering & Energy Management Technical Study Tour is part of the Metering International Academy series, providing hands-on training for participants and drawing upon a wealth of industry expertise on the part of utilities, vendors and consultants, who all have a proven track record in the many aspects of appraising, attaining and implementing these technologies.
Power Station and Transmission Technical Study Tour
The Power Station and Transmission Technical Study Tour will include the Southern African Power Industry Convention conference sessions, and will allow participants to gain hands-on experience by visiting a number of power stations and substations in the Cape Town area.
This forum is unique as it includes seminars, exhibitions, training workshops, hands on training and technical tours all in one place during one week an much more…. Go to http://www.african-utility-week.com for more information or to register to attend.
The City of Cape Town is the host utility and invites you to this important industry event. The event is truly becoming the blueprint for all water, electricity and gas utilities in Africa!
For more information please contact:
Le-Ann Hare Keymer
Tel: +27 21 700 3500
Fax: +27 21 700 3501
le-ann@spintelligent.com
For further information: www.african-utility-week.com
| VoIP World Africa 2006
8 to 11 May 2006
Sandton Convention Centre
Johannesburg
South Africa
The choice of technology is vast, and deciding which technology you should implement is a daunting task. There is however, a common meeting place for you where contacts can be made, experiences shared and alliances forged…
VoIP World Africa 2005 will bring together director level speakers and delegates from service providers, telecomm operators, corporate end-users and technology developers. The conference will push forward the business model and technology covering the key challenges in the industry, drawing on the expertise of top executives and key officials.
It is the only event targeted at Value Added Network Service Providers (VANS) looking to do business on the African continent. South African and international speakers aim to assist all attendees solve problems through discussions and interaction around themes including the new legislation, competition and the convergence of voice and data.
This is an ideal forum for you to network, evaluate, do business and learn best practice.
Our expert panel of speakers include:
o Mike Brierley, Chief Executive Officer, MTN Network Systems
o Peter Oeschger, Chief Information Officer, Sasfin
o Raoul Blignaut, IT Director, Citigroup
o Dr Gillian Marcelle, Principal Consultant, Technology for Development
o Maiendra Moodley, Technical Security Advisor, South African Reserve Bank
o Mike van den Bergh, Managing Director, Gateway Communications
o Alan Levin, Chairman, Internet Society - South African Chapter
o John Joslin, Chief Executive Officer, FutureProof Consulting
Join us at Voip World Africa 2006 to learn more about VoIP, this is your best opportunity to form long-lasting business partners in the voice and communication industry.
For more information contact:
Christinah Mazibuko
Marketing Manager
Tel: +27 11 516 4940
Fax: +27 11 707 8352
Email: christinah.mazibuko@terrapinn.co.za
Event website: http://www.terrapinn.com/2006/voipza
For further information: www.terrapinn.com/2006/voipza
| African Aid Relief and Disaster Management 2006 Expo and Conference
9 to 11 May 2006
Venue: Gallagher Estate, Midrand, Gauteng
What is it?
African Aid R&DM 2006 focusses on solutions for organisations working in the fields of aid, disaster management and relief, including local and provincial government, aid and relief agencies, municipalities, police and emergency services, community based organisations, non-governmental organisations, as well as parastatals.
Exhibitor Profile
Products and services being exhibited cover the entire spectrum of aid relief and disaster management. These include: aid relief organisations, agricultural equipment and products, builders’ supplies, clothing and protection, communications and computers, educational courses and products, emergency products and services,energy solutions, engineering solutions, environmental solutions, exporters and trading companies, fire prevention and control products, food products, generators, healthcare, hospital and medical supplies, housing, logistics and supply chain, medical equipment and aids, motorcycles, pharmaceuticals, rescue tools, public safety systems, refrigeration, safety equipment and products, security services, shelter, solar products, storage tanks, transport and freight services, vehicles as well as spares, and water sanitation and treatment.
The Conference
The Conference which runs alongside the Expo will continue to educate and update suppliers on the procurement policies, procedures and specifications of the United Nations, aid agencies and non-governmental organisations. Typically this Conference includes VIP networking lunches for UN procurement officers, delegates, speakers and exhibitors, cocktail parties and private meeting areas with a computerized buyer/selling matching system.
Contact for more information
For more information on African Aid, Disaster Management and Relief Expo and Conference,
contact Bette McNaughton of Fair Consultants SA.
Tel: +27 (0) 21 683-1117. Fax: +27 (0) 21 683-1119.
E-mail: bette@fairconsultants.com.
Media and Publicity Enquiries
Catherine Larkin
Tel: +27 (0) 11 888-1813
Cell: +27 (0) 83 300 0331
Fax: +27 (0) 11 888-9828
E-mail: cvlarkin@sentechsa.co.za
Postal Address: P O Box 44945, Linden, 2104
For further information: http://www.fairconsultants.com/aid06opener.htm
| Putting Your Internal BEE Practices Under the Spotlight
29 to 31 May 2006
Understanding the Codes of Good Practice Phase I and Phase II
Venue – Indaba Hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa
Contact – Chimwemwe Kainja
Email: Chimwemwe.kainja@iqpc.co.za
Tel: - 011 669 5017
For further information: www.iqpc.co.za/SA-18-3
| 2ND THAILAND EXHIBITION IN CAPE TOWN PROMOTES TRADE
15 to 17 Jun 2006
Pursuant to the success of its debut in Cape Town last year, the 2nd Thailand Exhibition in Cape Town will almost double in size and attractions this year and will take place from 15 – 17 June at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.
The expo, which promotes trade between Thailand and South Africa has, for the past five years, been an annual event on the Johannesburg calendar.
The shift to Cape Town will allow South African companies in this region to explore new trade and business opportunities with their potential Thai counterparts.
Mr Adisai Dhummakupt, Minister of the Office of Commercial Affairs at the Royal Thai Embassy in Pretoria comments: “Thailand and South Africa have a very healthy trade relationship, with the figures revealing that South Africa is Thailand’s number one trading partner in Africa and, similarly, Thailand is South Africa’s number one trading partner in the ASEAN region. The Thailand Exhibition in Cape Town will aim to encourage further trade between the two countries, by introducing Thailand and its multi-faceted export offerings to traders based in Cape Town.”
The figures certainly bear out Mr Dhummakupt’s enthusiasm and demonstrate a growth rate of 32% in exports from Thailand to South Africa in 2005. The sectors that grew most markedly were those of machinery and parts thereof, which experienced growth of 235.19% and iron and steel and their derivative products which grew by 116.64%. Other top performing Thai exports to South Africa were rubber products and air conditioning equipment and parts.
South Africa in turn exported goods to Thailand to the value of US$371-million in 2005, with iron, steel and derivative products topping the scorecard at US$140.3-million for the year. The area that saw the biggest growth in respect of South African exports to Thailand was that of animals and animal products, which grew 107.20% in 2005.
The two countries share a mutual respect for each other that extends from shared values and visions in respect of trade to confidence in the high quality of each other’s manufactured goods.
The 2nd Thailand Exhibition in Cape Town will showcase and promote Thai products and services from sectors that include: automotive parts and accessories; construction material and hardware; electrical appliances; food and beverage products; furniture; garments, textiles and fashion accessories; gifts and decorative items; health and beauty products; household and kitchenware products; leather products and footwear; machinery and equipment; printing equipment; jewellery and accessories; and health spas and resorts.
A particularly noteworthy exhibit at this year’s show will be the tribute to His Majesty Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, King Rama IX of Thailand, in celebration of 2006 being his 60th year of rule. His Majesty, who was born on 5 December 1927, is the world’s longest serving head of state and the ninth king of the Chakri Dynasty. He is much beloved by the Thai people, and has played a pivotal role in the growth and development of Thailand.
Mr Dhummakupt concludes: “The 2nd Thailand Exhibition in Cape Town will introduce South African importers, re-exporters, buyers and trade visitors to Thai companies and products and hopefully will result in relationships that will prove to be fruitful and lucrative for all parties. That is after all our goal.”
The 2nd Thailand Exhibition in Cape Town is hosted by the Kingdom of Thailand and is organised by the Department of Export Promotion – Ministry of Commerce, Thailand.
The exhibition is as much a meeting place for traders looking for business opportunities as it is a shopper’s paradise and a tourist’s window on the wonderful world that is Thailand. The exhibition will be open on from 09h30 – 18h00 on Thursday the 15th and Friday the 16th of June, and from 09h30 – 16h00 on Saturday the 17h of June. Thursday the 15th of June is a strictly trade day, while Friday and Saturday<
For further information: ttcpretoria@telkomsa.net
| Diamonds Southern Africa 2006
19 to 21 Jun 2006
Analysing and Planning for the Future of the SADC Diamond Producing Community
19 – 21 June 2006
Indaba Hotel, Fourways, Johannesburg
Contact: Chimwemwe Kainja
Tel: 011 669 5017
Email: Chimwemwe.kainja@iqpc.co.za
For further information: www.iqpc.co.za/SA-216
| High Speed Access Technology
20 to 22 Jun 2006
Dates – 20 – 22 June 2006
Venue – CSIR Convention Centre, Pretoria
Contact: Chimwemwe Kainja, Tel 011 669 5017
Email: - Chimwemwe.kainja@iqpc.co.za
For further information: www.iqpc.co.za/SA-62-3
| Geographical Information Systems
20 to 22 Jun 2006
- 20, 21, 22 June 2006 at The Castle, Kyalami, Midrand, South Africa for more information, contact Chimwemwe on 011 669 5017 or email Chimwemwe.kainja@iqpc.co.za
For further information: www.iqpc.co.za/SA-222
| GLOBAL LEADERS AFRICA SUMMIT
20 to 22 Jun 2006
Enabling African Leadership
Global Leaders are pleased to announce a unique event initiative designed to drive African leadership thinking ahead. Global Leaders Africa Summit will take place on 20-22 June 2006 at The Coca-Cola Dome in Johannesburg, featuring the world's most prominent thought-leaders:
Rudolph Giuliani, Hernando de Soto, Wiseman Nkuhlu, Scott Bedbury, Dan Pink, Michael Porter, Crispin Sonn, Carly Fiorina, Tom Peters, Charles Villa-Vicencio, Clayton Christensen, and more to be confirmed.
ALL exclusively LIVE & in Person!
The Summit will provide new perspectives, invaluable insights and unparalleled networking opportunities for high-level business executives and government officials from all over Africa. This is the very first time that eleven influential thought-leaders will come together in one place at one time to present their latest insights and experiences on leadership and management issues.
For bookings & further info:
Tel: 011 881 5438
Email: info@globalleadersafrica.com
For further information: www.globalleadersafrica.com
| Africa Rail 2006
26 to 30 Jun 2006
Gallagher Estate, Midrand
Johannesburg, South Africa
Africa Rail - Key to empowering Africa's rail industry
“The over-burden of the road system by logistics services, says Radebe, has been caused by the under-investment in rail over the last three decades. Rail has lost significant cargo market share and has died as a viable means of transport in many areas.”
Engineering News, 23 May 2005
The African railways market is turning, there is immense pressure from governments to develop safe and reliable systems in Africa and billions are being spent to upgrade and develop these systems. To enhance these developments, other initiatives need to occur, Africans must unite, share information and become solution providers. There is no better place to meet and network with key African players than at Africa Rail 2006. This event provides a platform where ideas can be shared and sound business can be made.
Operating for the past 8 years, now 9 years on, Africa Rail has undoubtedly become the true voice and premier representation of Africa's developing rail industry. Year on year we witness the success and growth of this prominent event. The time has never been better for companies to tap into this unsaturated rail market.
The Africa Rail 2005 conference attracted 243 senior participants from across Africa, plus 28 senior speakers. Over 50% of delegates were of senior management, comprised of Ministers, Presidents, CEO's, Chairmen, General Managers, Directors and HOD's. Topics that were communicated included, increasing the rail sector's market share, integrating and improving the African network, growth and investment opportunities, intermodalism and seamless integration: unifying Africa's transport arteries and infrastructure management: the practicalities.
“Very well researched material and majority of speakers extremely knowledgeable and articulate in their presentations.”
Timothy Titus Ndlovu, Director, Swaziland Railways
The Africa Rail exhibition doubled in size from 2004, 2005 saw the top names and key players converge for an unbelievable business-networking event. Exhibition plans for 2006 include growing the exhibition by working once again, with key partners and vendors to create a truly unique annual platform for Africa's rail industry to promote and develop itself.2005 saw the introduction and launch of the African Ports & Harbours Expo, bringing the maritime and rail industry together under one roof. Once again, in 2006, this event will be hosted alongside Africa Rail - allowing for companies and corporations involved in both sectors to showcase themselves to decision-makers from both industries.
“Earlier on, in my conference address, I referred to the need to keep an intermodal focus in our discussions. In this respect the organizers must be congratulated for bringing together Africa Rail 2005 and the African Ports & Harbours Congress and Expo 2005 in this exhibition”
Opening address - Mr. Jeff Radebe, Honourable Minister of Transport, South Africa
Marked as a pivotal issue in government, intermodalism was identified and successfully implemented at Africa Rail 2005, together with the need for much more investment in rail in order to prevent the over-burden of the road system. Governments cannot tackle such issues without assistance, Africans need to lend a hand and this is presently executed through Africa Rail. A priority is to empower and develop Africa's rail transport industry.
For more information regarding this event please contact:
Marelda Moodley
Marketing Manager
Terrapinn Limited
Tel: +27 11 516 4018
Fax: +27 11 707 9967
E-mail: marelda.moodley@terrapinn.co.za
For further information: Website: http://www.terrapinn.com/
| Management And Leadership Development For Woman In Namibia 2006
25 to 27 Jul 2006
Windhoek Country Club
Empowering Namibian Woman To Take Up Leadership Roles That Will Give You Real Power In Your Organisation
Increase your influence as a woman leader by:
1. Overcoming the Unique Challenges and Expectations Faced by Women Leaders in Namibia
2. Coping With The Unique Stress Women Face In The 21st Century Workplace
3. Understanding what Leadership Truly Means in Order to Implement it Effectively as a Woman in the Workplace
In a statement this week, UNFPA Executive Director Thoraya Ahmed Obaid said no enduring solutions to society's most pressing problems would be found without the full empowerment and participation of women.
The Namibian, 8 March 2006
Are you confident that you can hold your own as a woman in management? Do you have all the managerial skills you need to be successful in your organisation?
As a woman in leadership, all eyes are on you. You are expected to achieve as much as and beyond your male colleagues. The challenges you face in the workplace are different from those of your colleagues:
4. You need to overcome negative thinking patterns regarding women at work – your own and those of your colleagues
5. You have to deal with gender stereotyping and the need to break the limitations you set on yourself as a woman
6. You need to develop the skills to coach and mentor other women to believe in themselves and achieve their full potential as women leaders.
All this, and more, wile be addressed in this year’s Management and Leadership Development of Women in Namibia conference. You will gain insight into communicating effectively and assertively, coping with stress and changing your paradigm about your own leadership styles.
So make sure you do not miss out on this prestigious women’s event. Turn to the back page and fill in the form and return it to us as soon as possible.
Take control of your own development as a woman leader by guaranteeing your place on this conference.
For more information, Please contact me on:
Susan Theron
Marketing Manager
IQPC (PTY) Ltd South Africa
Telephone number: 011 669 5019
Facsimile number: 011 669 5066
E-mail: susan.theron@iqpc.co.za
For further information: www.iqpc.co.za
| Lean Manufacturing 2006
25 to 27 Jul 2006
Connecting Innovation, Execution and Results
25 – 27 July 2006
Gallagher Estate, Midrand, Johannesburg
Contact: Chimwemwe Kainja
Tel: 011 669 5017
Email: Chimwemwe.kainja@iqpc.co.za
Website:
For further information: www.iqpc.co.za/SA-233
| IT Governance And Strategy Summit 2006
22 to 24 Aug 2006
The Castle, Kyalami, Fourways, Johannesburg
A Practical Guide To Governance Application And Excellence
Essential benefits you will take back with you to strategically plan and maintain your Information Technology Governance Strategy :
• Create and maintain an effective IT Governance Framework for your company
• Effectively apply management process guidelines to drive IT Governance excellence
• Ensure that all internal IT projects are controlled within the IT Governance framework
• Implement policies for both IT Governance and Legal Compliance
• Establishing roles and responsibilities for all of your internal role players
Our distinguished speaker panel:
MARKET WORKS
CITY OF CAPE TOWN
KPMG
BUYS INCORPORATED
JAMES A ROBERTSON AND ASSOCIATES
NELSON MANDELA
METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
EBS SOUTH AFRICA
IBM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
PINKELEPHANT
UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
IT GOVERNANCE NETWORK
REAL IRM
SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK
EOH
Special Key Note Presentation By:
Mr. Mervin King
He is a former Supreme Court Judge, Chairman of the King Committee on Corporate Governance, President of the Advertising Standards Authority, a member of the Securities Regulation Panel, the past President of Commonwealth Association for Corporate Governance, a former Governor of the International Corporate Governance Network and a member of the Private Sector Advisory Group to the World Bank on Corporate Governance. He is a Professor at the College of Economic and Management Sciences at the University of South Africa
Don’t miss out on the choice of 2 Full Day Workshops:
Workshop A: The A-Z Of IT Governance: How To Craft A Strong Governance Framework For Your Organisation
Workshop B: How To Understand And Apply CobiT, ITIL And Other Process Guidelines To Drive Governance Excellence
For more information, please contact:
Susan Theron
Marketing Manager
IQPC (PTY) Ltd South Africa
Telephone number: 011 669 5019
Facsimile number: 011 669 5066
E-mail: susan.theron@iqpc.co.za
For further information: www.iqpc.co.za
| World Low Cost Airlines Congress
11 to 14 Sep 2006
Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Feedback from World Low Cost Airlines Congress 2005
"The Congress was excellent. Very useful to find out more about the industry and to make the contacts you need” Commercial Director, AIRUnion
"Well organised, informative and very relevant” Managing Director & CEO, Precision Air
Our mission is to create the global meeting place for the world’s regional and low cost airports industry. To facilitate knowledge sharing and new business in this fast growing and entrepreneurial industry, and to promote the development of regional airports throughout the world. Our aim is to work with all parts of the global industry to create a very special event. Building on the success of the 2005 congress, the 2006 event will feature even more panels, case studies and airports. A third day has been added - Executive Conference; Low-Cost Airports, to examine some of the unique issues facing airports that are dedicated to the Low Cost sector.
The audience will be made up of senior executives from Regional Airports, Low Cost Airports, Airport operators, Infrastructure financiers, Investors and developers, Turnkey IT and communications suppliers, Airport Facilities management companies, Specialist airport equipment suppliers, Management consultants, Engineering and construction companies, Environment engineers and consultants. This event will provide the meeting place for the Regional Airports industry and will provide the opportunity to network, learn and exchange ideas with all the industry leaders and entrepreneurs from around the world.
Terrapinn is a business media company. Our products are trade exhibitions, conferences, training solutions and electronic and print publications. Terrapinn owns a portfolio of B2B brands.
For further information: www.terrapinn.com
| 3rd Annual Business Process Management Congress
11 to 15 Sep 2006
Johannesburg, South Africa
Contact: Chimwemwe Kainja
Tel: +27 11 669 5017
Email: Chimwemwe.kainja@iqpc.co.za
For further information: www.iqpc.co.za/SA-69-3
| 2006 International Science, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (INSITE)
24 to 27 Sep 2006
A Department of Science and Technology event that will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre from the 24-27 September and thereafter every two years.
The exhibition will:
• create an international marketplace for innovation, science and technology
• showcase and offer products; services and solutions in the areas of IST
• focus on IST solutions for the developing world
• promote IST partnerships for global sustainable development
• provide networking opportunities
• enable IST experts from across the globe to identify joint objectives, activities and initiatives
This year's exhibition will focus on three key areas: The Youth and Science; Strategic Economic Sectors and Interventions and Sustainable Development.
The exhibition is being put together by Kagiso Exhibitions with Kagiso Television and Communications handling the communications side.
For information contact:
Connie Nagiah
Kagiso TV & Communications
Tel:011-340 3847/340 3800
Fax:011-447 0029
Cell:082 7300 653
For further information: www.kagisotv.co.za
| Banking Technology Africa 2006
20 to 23 Nov 2006
Sandton Convention Centre
Johannesburg
South Africa
Banking Technology Africa 2006 is an interactive conference experience that is comprised of case studies and panels discussions informing you about new innovations, successes and real life experiences delivered by some of the biggest and most prominent banking corporations. If you market goods or services to the banking industry and are looking to meet, network and do business with the decision makers from Africa’s large banking corporations or you are looking to present yourself as a leading player in the banking industry, you need to be present at this event.
Organiser: Terrapinn Limited
Contact: Christinah Mazibuko
Tel: 27 11 516 4940
EmailL christinah.mazibuko@terrapinn.co.za
For further information: http://www.terrapinn.com/2006/btza/
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