BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Productivity SA - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Productivity SA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://productivitysa.co.za X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Productivity SA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261023T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261023T170000 DTSTAMP:20261021T133831Z CREATED:20261012T090907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T133831Z UID:9910-1792742400-1792774800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Productivity Awards 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join Productivity SA for the 47th National Productivity Awards\, an evening of recognition\, inspiration and celebration in productivity and innovation. \nUnder the theme “Productivity: Powering South Africa’s Growth\,” the awards will honour excellence and celebrate the organisations and productivity champions shaping South Africa’s future. \nDress code: Black Tie / Traditional \n \nDate: Friday\, 23rd October 2026 | Time: 18:30 for 19:00 until 22:30 \nRSVP: 16 October 2026 | Enquiries: dorcask@productivitysa.co.za \n  \n \n\n \n\nIN PERSON\n\nCLICK HERE\n \nTime Square Hotel\, 209B Aramist Avenue\, Menlyn Maine Precinct\, Waterkloof Glen Ext 2\, Pretoria\n\n \n\nJOIN VIRTUAL\n\nCLICK HERE\n \nJoin us from anywhere via an interactive online session. URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/productivity-awards-2026/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/National_Productivity_Awards_banner_desktop_2560x1333-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261020T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261020T170000 DTSTAMP:20261026T100447Z CREATED:20261012T090650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T100447Z UID:9908-1792483200-1792515600@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:SANLAM SMME Summit DESCRIPTION:Join Productivity SA at the SANLAM SMME Summit\, a gathering focused on strengthening South Africa’s small business sector. \nThe summit will bring together SMMEs and key players in the small business space to share insights\, build connections and explore how productivity can help small businesses grow and thrive. URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/sanlam-smme-summit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261018T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261018T170000 DTSTAMP:20261026T100440Z CREATED:20261012T090553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T100440Z UID:9905-1792310400-1792342800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:IMD World Competitiveness Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Join Productivity SA for the IMD World Competitiveness Roundtable\, hosted at Nelson Mandela University. \nThis roundtable discussion will bring together leaders from government\, business and academia to unpack South Africa’s competitiveness and explore how productivity can power the country’s growth. URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/imd-world-competitiveness-roundtable/ LOCATION:Neslon Mandela University\, South Africa END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261014T130000 DTSTAMP:20261014T151412Z CREATED:20261012T090257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T151412Z UID:9902-1791970200-1791982800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Limpopo Milestone DESCRIPTION:Join Productivity SA\, in partnership with the Limpopo Department of Economic Development\, Environment and Tourism (LEDET) and the Department of Trade\, Industry and Competition (the dtic)\, for the Limpopo Workplace Challenge Milestone Event. \nThis session will focus on “Productivity: Powering South Africa’s Growth\,” celebrating the progress of Workplace Challenge companies in Limpopo and showcasing how productivity turns effort into progress\, potential into performance\, and performance into growth. \nThe event will feature a keynote address by the Honourable Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour\, Ms Judith Nemadzinga-Tshabalala\, and a provincial address by the Honourable MEC of LEDET\, Dr Tshitereke Matibe\, along with presentations from Workplace Challenge companies sharing their productivity journeys. \nDate: Wednesday\, 14th October 2026 | Time: 10:00 to 13:00 (arrival from 09:30)\nVenue: Park Inn by Radisson\, Polokwane URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/limpopo-milestone/ LOCATION:Park Inn by Radisson\, Polokwane\, South Africa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/limpopo-workshop-banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260911T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T150352Z CREATED:20260901T145930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T150352Z UID:9784-1789120800-1789131600@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting (AGM) DESCRIPTION:Join Productivity SA as we reflect on our achievements\, share our performance and look ahead to shaping a more productive and competitive South Africa. \nDress code: Proudly wear your your traditional attire \n \nDate: Friday\, 11th September 2026   |   Time: 09:30 for 10:00 – 13:00 \n  \n \n\n \n\nIN PERSON\n\nCLICK HERE\n \nBirchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre\, 44 View Point Road\, Bartlett\, Boksburg\, 1459\n\n \n\nJOIN VIRTUAL\n\nCLICK HERE\n \nJoin us from anywhere via an interactive online session. URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/annual-general-meeting-agm-2026/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Productivity-SA-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260720T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260720T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064451Z CREATED:20260709T073507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064451Z UID:9485-1784541600-1784552400@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Mpumalanga WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join Productivity SA\, in partnership with the Department of Trade\, Industry and Competition\, for the Mpumalanga Workplace Challenge Milestone Workshop Event. \nThis session will focus on “Making Every Action Count: Building Productive Workplaces Through Service and Excellence.” \n \nDate: Monday\, 20th July 2026   |   Time: 10:00 – 13:00 \n  \n \n\n \n\nJOIN VIRTUALY\n\nCLICK HERE\n \nJoin us from anywhere via an interactive online session. URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/mpumalanga-wpc-milestone-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Productivity-SA-Banner-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260612T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260612T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064503Z CREATED:20260605T095642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064503Z UID:9298-1781254800-1781269200@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:ILO/Productivity Ecosystems for Decent Work Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear firsthand from enterprises supported through the Productivity Ecosystems for Decent Work Project as they share their transformation journeys\, achievements\, and the impact on their businesses. \nDiscover how participating enterprises have strengthened competitiveness\, improved operational performance\, and advanced decent work outcomes through productivity improvement interventions. \n \nDate: Friday\, 12th June 2026   |   Time: 09:00 – 13:00 \n  \n \n\n \n\nJOIN PHYSICAL\n\nCLICK HERE\n \nCoastlands Hotel\, Musgrave\n315–319 Peter Mokaba Ridge\, Durban\n\n \n\nJOIN VIRTUAL\n\nCLICK HERE\n \nJoin us from anywhere via an interactive online session. URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/ilo-productivity-ecosystems-for-decent-work-milestone-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Productivity-SA-Banner-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260526T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260526T130000 DTSTAMP:20260518T142933Z CREATED:20260518T142933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T142933Z UID:9080-1779789600-1779800400@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Productivity SA Research Insights Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join Productivity SA for a VIRTUAL WEBINAR unveiling critical research insights.\nThis thought-provoking session will present key findings and strategic recommendations from newly released research reports focusing on: \n\nLocal Content Requirements and Productivity in the South African Automotive Industry: A comparative analysis with BRICS economies\nAn Overview of the South African Ocean Economy\nAn Overview of the South African Furniture Industry\n\nDate: 26 May 2026 – 10:00 to 13:00 \nVenue: Zoom \n\nRegister Now URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/productivity-sa-research-insights-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260316T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260319T140000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064513Z CREATED:20260225T091727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064513Z UID:8770-1773651600-1773928800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:One-day Workshop on Kaizen Principles DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive workshop focused on practical Kazien principles that drive efficiency\, productivity\, and measurable results in your organisation. \nDate:16\, 17 & 19 March 2026 – 09h00 – 14h00 \nVenue: UWC Innovation Hub \n\nRegister Now URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/one-day-workshop-on-kaizen-principles/ LOCATION:UWC Innovation Hub END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260225T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260225T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064519Z CREATED:20260206T094831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064519Z UID:8729-1772013600-1772024400@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:North West WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA is excited to announce our upcoming North West Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nDate: 25 February 2026 – 10:00 to 13:00 \nVenue: Zoom \n\nDownload Programme\n\n \nActing CEO Welcome Address URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/north-west-wpc-milestone-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Productivity-SA-Banner-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064614Z CREATED:20251125T101751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064614Z UID:8629-1764756000-1764766800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:2025 Productivity Statistics Launch DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join Productivity SA as it unpacks the performance of productivity indicators. \n“Productivity growth remained subdued in 2024 amid a shifting geopolitical and economic landscape” \n“Labour and Capital productivity increased while Multifactor productivity decreased somewhat in 2024\,underlying weakness in South Africa’s productivity growth remains.” \nDate: 03 December 2025 – 10:00 to 13:00 \nVenue: Zoom \n\nRegister Now URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/2025-productivity-statistics-launch/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251128T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251128T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064545Z CREATED:20251112T122715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064545Z UID:7685-1764324000-1764334800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Free State WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA is excited to announce our upcoming Free State Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nDate: 28 November 2025 – 10:00 to 13:00 \nVenue: Zoom \n\nRegister Now URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/free-state-wpc-milestone-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/580622136_1177662087792457_3523320634701129591_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251127T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251127T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064549Z CREATED:20251124T083726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064549Z UID:8353-1764237600-1764248400@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Eastern Cape WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA’s is excited to announce our upcoming Eastern Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nDate: 27 November 2025 – 10h00-13h00 \nVenue: Dolphins Leap Conference and Events\, 35 Humewood Rd\, Shop 14C\, Dolphins Leap Center\, Gqeberha\, 6013 \n\nRegister Now URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/eastern-cape-wpc-milestone-workshop/ LOCATION:Dolphins Leap Conference and Events\, 35 Humewood Rd\, Shop 14C\, Dolphins Leap Center\, Gqeberha\, 6013 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251120T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064555Z CREATED:20251120T112004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064555Z UID:7750-1763632800-1763643600@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:KwaZulu Natal WPC Milestone workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA is excited to announce our KwaZulu Natal Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nTheme: “Inclusive Growth for a Sustainable Future: Africa in the Global Economy.” \nDate: 20 November 2025 – 9:30 for 10:00 – 13:00 \nVenue: Riverside Hotel 10 Kenneth Kaunda Road\, Durban North\,\nDurban\, 4051 \nRegister Now URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/kwazulu-natal-wpc-milestone-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/586526810_1182758063949526_3857146520837155440_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251028T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251028T170000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064600Z CREATED:20251008T135232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064600Z UID:7333-1761652800-1761670800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:46th National Productivity Awards and the Africa Kaizen Awards DESCRIPTION:The Stage is Set for the National Productivity Awards and the Africa Kaizen Awards.\nAn afternoon of recognition\, inspiration and celebration in productivity and innovation. \nDATE: 28 October 2025\nTIME: 12:00 – 17:00\nVENUE: Virtual \nWe look forward to hosting you for the 46th National Productivity Awards and the Africa Kaizen Awards at this inspiring afternoon of recognition\, innovation\, and the continuous journey of productivity improvement\, as we honour excellence and celebrate The Champions Shaping Africa’s Future. \n  \n  \nProductivity Awards 2025 Gallery\n\n    Productivity Awards 2025 Winners\n \n  URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/46th-national-productivity-awards-and-the-africa-kaizen-awards/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/568510116_1161790272712972_5043555954167171130_n-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T170000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064606Z CREATED:20251007T124101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064606Z UID:7323-1760104800-1760115600@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Round Table discussion on the 2025 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook results DESCRIPTION:THEME: A productive nation is a competitive nation \nTITLE: Advancing Knowledge on Global Competitiveness:\nReflections on South Africa’s Performance \nDATE: 10 October 2025\nTIME: 14:00 SAST\nVENUE: Hybrid (In-person & Online)Nadine Gordimer Auditorium\,\nLevel 5\, Kingsway Campus Library\, UJ \nKEY PRESENTER\nMs Juliet Mashabela (Productivity SA Acting Chief Economist) \nFACILITATORS\nMr Rudy Petersen (Senior Manager\, Government and Stakeholder Relations\, UJ)\nMs Lalane Janse Van Rensburg (Executive Manager\, Research\, Innovation and Statistics\,\nProductivity SA) \nOBJECTIVES FOR THE DISCUSSION\n• To present the latest World Competitiveness Report with specific reference to South Africa’s performance.\n• To analyze key drivers of productivity and competitiveness in the context of global trends.\n• To facilitate scholarly and policy dialogue on the implications of the Report for national development.\n• To encourage academic reflection and critical engagement\nwith competitiveness as a field of study.\n• To strengthen collaboration between academic institutions\,\ngovernment\, and Productivity SA in advancing knowledge\nand practice. \nRegister Now\n\n    Download Invitation\n    Download Programme\n\n \n  URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/round-table-discussion-on-the-2025-imd-world-competitiveness-yearbook-results/ LOCATION:Hybrid (In-person & Online)Nadine Gordimer Auditorium\, Level 5\, Kingsway Campus Library\, UJ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/558987064_1148970213994978_3734158003228209403_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064640Z CREATED:20251007T063223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064640Z UID:7290-1760086800-1760101200@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:LAP EMPLOYER SESSION DESCRIPTION:The Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) through Labour Activation Programm (LAP) in\npartnership with Productivity SA in the Western Cape\, cordially invites employers and SMME’s under\nthe City of Cape Town Municipality to attend the LAP’s Employer Session that will be held at the\nPresidential Hotel in Cape Town (Western Cape). \nThe LAP’s Employer Session aims to empower employers\, educare and raise awareness about\nLabour Activation Programm’s and relevant labour laws impacting employee working conditions.\nIn addition\, the session seeks to encourage meaningful interaction between the Department of\nEmployment and Labour\, and its valued key strategic stakeholders\, particularly employees. This\naligns with the DEL’s mandate to safeguard the interests of vulnerable workers. \nThe following topics will be covered:\n• TERS and BT&R • UIF Compliance and Declarations • Clarifying Reduced Worktime Benefits •\nCompensation Fund (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act) • Inspection and\nEnforcement Services (Basic Conditions of Employment Act / National Minimum Wage and OHS) •\nProductivity SA \nRegister Now\n\n    Download Invitation\n\n \nFor enquiries: Ms Poppy Mafenuka (021) 441 8075\nEmail: poppy.mafenuka@labour.gov.za  URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/lap-employer-session/ LOCATION:Presidentail Hotel\, 4 Alexander Road\, Bantry Bay\, Western cape ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/558505444_1147132980845368_3600492612029760890_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250923T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250923T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064700Z CREATED:20251124T070157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064700Z UID:7783-1758621600-1758632400@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Limpopo WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA is excited to announce our Limpopo Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nDate: 23 September 2025 – 10:00 to 13:00 \nVenue: 2Ten Hotel and convention center\, Mphephu Street\,\nSibasa\, Thohoyandou \n Dress code: Traditional wear or Heritage-inspired outfits &\naccessories \nDownload Programme\n\n \nLimpopo Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event Gallery\n  URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/limpopo-wpc-milestone-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250919T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250919T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064711Z CREATED:20250918T085933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064711Z UID:7252-1758276000-1758286800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Northern Cape WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA is excited to announce our upcoming Northern Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nDate: 19 September 2025 – 10:00 to 13:00 \nVenue: Zoom \n  \n\nDownload Programme URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/northern-cape-wpc-milestone-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Event-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250912T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250912T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064734Z CREATED:20250904T124031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064734Z UID:7230-1757669400-1757682000@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting (AGM) DESCRIPTION:Join us as we mark the last AGM of the current Productivity SA Board. In the spirit of Heritage Month\, our theme is:\n“From Our Roots\, We Rise: Strengthening Performance\,\nPartnerships\, and Impact.” \nWe look forward to hosting you as we honor our\nheritage while looking boldly to the future.\nThe theme reflects our strong foundations\, our progress\,\nand our shared commitment to growth and impact. \nDate: 12 September 2025\nTime: 09:30 for 10:00 – 13:00\nPlatform: Zoom \nDownload Programme\n\n \n  \nAnnual General Meeting (AGM) Gallery\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n x URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/annual-general-meeting-agm/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/545275024_1122281309997202_6352615865328204505_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064749Z CREATED:20251124T083018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064749Z UID:8152-1756461600-1756472400@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Western Cape WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA’s is excited to announce our upcoming Western Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nDate: 29 August 2025 – 10h00-13h00 \nVenue:Durbanville Conference Centre\, First Floor\, Town Centre\, Wellington Road\, Durbanville\, Cape Town\, 7550 \n  \nDownload Programme\n\n \n  \nWestern Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event Gallery URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/western-cape-wpc-milestone-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/3-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250829 DTSTAMP:20260831T064801Z CREATED:20250827T085115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064801Z UID:7200-1756252800-1756425599@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:CALL FOR EXHIBITORS - AFRICA KAIZEN ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Africa Kaizen Annual Conference (AKAC) 2025 will take place on 27–28 October 2025 at the\nBirchwood Hotel\, Boksburg\, South Africa. As part of the conference\, a Panel Exhibition will be held in the\nCedarwood and Yellowwood Rooms\, located close to the main conference hall. This exhibition offers a\nunique platform for manufacturing companies to showcase their Kaizen (Quality and Productivity\nImprovement – QPI) success stories to policymakers\, industry leaders\, and international partners from\nacross Africa. \nWe are pleased to announce an open call for up to 16 manufacturing companies to participate in the\nexhibition. Selected companies will be provided with a 3m x 2m exhibition stand (8 stands per room) free\nof charge. Exhibitors are expected to prepare their own display content\, which may include posters\, panels\,\npamphlets\, sample products\, videos\, or other materials to demonstrate their achievements and activities\nin QPI/Kaizen. \nExhibition Period\nAfternoon of 26 October – Evening of 28 October 2025 \nExhibition Venue\nCedarwood and Yellowwood Rooms – Manufacturing Companies Section \nExhibition Style\n• Panel / poster presentation\n• Product or service display\n• Pamphlets\, videos\, and other promotional materials\n• Organiser provides panels\, desk\, and chairs; exhibitors prepare and install their own content and\nmaterials \nCosts\n• The organiser covers the cost of the exhibition panels and basic furniture.\n• Exhibitors are responsible for all costs related to content preparation\, printing\, and display\nmaterials. \nPreparation Schedule\n• August 2025: Call for exhibitors\, selection of exhibitors\n• September 2025: ; Orientation; space allocation\, preparation of exhibition content by exhibitors\n• October 2025: Pre-event meeting with exhibitors; panel installation on 26 October; exhibition on\n27–28 October; dismantling on the evening of 28 October \nApplication Deadline\nFriday 29 August 2025 (23:59) \nHow to Apply\nInterested companies are invited to submit an expression of interest including:\n1. Company name\, address\, and contact details\n2. Brief description of Kaizen/QPI activities and achievements\n3. Proposed content for the exhibition panel(s) (text\, images\, videos))\n4. Any special requirements (e.g.\, electricity\, audiovisual equipment) \nSelection Process\n1. Final selection will be made by NQPN management team\n2. Preference will be given to companies that participated in the Kaizen project with the NQPN\nmembers \nApplications should be sent to:\nMs. Mpho Moimane\, mmoimane@aidc.co.za (C.c nqpn.sa@gmail.com) \nThis is an excellent opportunity to promote your company’s competitiveness\, share best practices\, and network with key stakeholders from across Africa and beyond. \n\nDownload our Flyer URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/africa-kaizen-annual-conference-2025-call-for-exhibitors/ LOCATION:BIRCHWOOD HOTEL\, BOKSBURG\, SOUTH AFRICA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/538757040_1113168584241808_6496029843328371525_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250820T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064817Z CREATED:20251124T075110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064817Z UID:8009-1755684000-1755694800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Gauteng WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA’s is excited to announce our upcoming Gauteng Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nDate: 20 August 2025 – 10h00-13h00 \nVenue: Premier Hotel\, 187 3rd Road\, Halfway Gardens\, Midrand \n  \nDownload Programme\n\n \n  \nGauteng Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event Gallery URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/gauteng-wpc-milestone-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250814T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T130000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064822Z CREATED:20250805T133009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064822Z UID:7126-1755165600-1755176400@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Mpumalanga WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA’s is excited to announce our upcoming Mpumalanga Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event \nDate: 14 August 2025 – 10h00-13h00 \nVenue: Zoom \n  \n\nDownload Programme URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/mpumalanga-wpc-milestone-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250804T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250806T170000 DTSTAMP:20260831T064826Z CREATED:20250804T143556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T064826Z UID:7105-1754298000-1754499600@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:4th International Operations Management Conference DESCRIPTION:Honorable Deputy Minister MS. Judith Nemadzinga-Tshabalala of the Department of Employment and Labour will deliver a keynote address at the opening day of the 4th International Operations Management Conference\, organized by the department of Operations Management at the University of South Africa (UNISA). URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/4th-international-operations-management-conference/ LOCATION:Glenburn lodge\, Muldersdrift\, South Africa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/d966696e-83dd-414f-b21a-4e67cb607108.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801 DTSTAMP:20250704T105252Z CREATED:20250703T151345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T105252Z UID:7071-1753660800-1754006399@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Unlock Growth for Your SME: Join the Expand Your Business (EYB) Training Programme DESCRIPTION:Are you an ambitious entrepreneur looking to expand your small or medium-sized enterprise? The Expand Your Business (EYB) Training Programme offers you a practical\, results-driven toolkit to scale your business\, improve your strategy\, and create quality employment. \nThe EYB Programme is an integrated business training and support package designed for growth-oriented small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It equips entrepreneurs with the tools and insights needed to assess market potential\, seize expansion opportunities\, and contribute to sustainable job creation. \n\nWho is the EYB Training for?\nThe EYB Programme is ideal for SMEs with a clear ambition to grow their operations. If you’re looking to take your business to the next level\, this programme is for you. \nBy participating\, you will be supported to:\n– Analyse your current business situation and identify growth strategies.\n– Strengthen core functions such as marketing\, operations\, and human resources to support expansion.\n– Access linkages to export and trade\, technology transfer organisations\, mentorship programmes\, and B2B partnerships.\n– Explore financing and networking opportunities.\n– Engage in a business growth simulation game to practice decision-making and learn the impact of those decisions.\n– Benefit from individual counselling and follow-ups for tailored business guidance. \n\nMinimum Requirements for Applicants\n– Must be based in the Western Cape area.\n– Valid CIPC Company Registration Certificate.\n– Recent proof of SARS Tax Registration. \n\nKey Information\nWorkshop Dates: 28 – 31 July 2025 \nVenue: Bellville Area\, Cape Town – Western Cape \nApplication Deadline: By 16h00 on 18 July 2025 \nApplication Link: https://forms.office.com/r/mPKBfeZ3pL \nSector Focus: Preference will be given to SMEs in the Automotive\, Leather\, and Footwear sectors. \n\nContact Us\nFor more information\, feel free to contact Productivity SA:📞 WhatsApp: 076 136 8350 (Ref: EYB Training)📧 Email: Jean-drec@productivitysa.co.za \n  \n📄 Click here to download the brochure URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/unlock-growth-for-your-sme-join-the-expand-your-business-eyb-training-programme/ LOCATION:Bellville Area\, Cape Town – Western Cape\, South Africa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Productivity-sa-6-69.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250618T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250618T130000 DTSTAMP:20250613T101640Z CREATED:20250514T130102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T101640Z UID:6817-1750240800-1750251600@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Launch of the 2025 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook Results DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA’s Research\, Innovation and Statistics (RIS) Department is excited to announce our upcoming thought leadership event that aim to unpack critical industry insights and shape South Africa’s productivity and global competitiveness trajectory. \nDate: 18 June 2025 – 10h00-13h00 \nVenue: Productivity SA Offices\, International Business Gateway\, Cnr New and 6th Roads\, Midrand \n\nRegister Now URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/launch-of-the-2025-imd-world-competitiveness-yearbook-results/ LOCATION:Productivity SA Offices\, International Business Gateway\, Cnr New and 6th Roads\, Midran\, Productivity SA Offices\, International Business Gateway\, Cnr New and 6th Roads\, Midrand\, Gauteng\, 1685\, South Africa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Productivity-sa-5-73.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T130000 DTSTAMP:20250516T130626Z CREATED:20250514T124811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T130626Z UID:6813-1748426400-1748437200@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Virtual Knowledge Sharing Webinar: Sector Insights for a more productive SA DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dialogue as we present key findings from two major research reports: \n\nThe Energy Sector Report\nThe Footwear and Leather Industry Report This seminar will provide valuable insights into productivity challenges\, opportunities\, and the way forward for these sectors.\n\nDate: 28 May 2025\, 10h00- 12h00 \nTheme: Sector Insights for a more productive South Africa \nRegister here URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/virtual-research-seminar-sector-insights-for-a-more-productive-sa/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Productivity-sa-5-72.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250306T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250306T130000 DTSTAMP:20250224T100214Z CREATED:20250224T094905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T100214Z UID:6454-1741255200-1741266000@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:North West | WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA invites you to the North West Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event. \nClick here to register. URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/north-west-wpc-milestone-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Invitation-WPC-North-West-Milestone-Workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250221T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T130000 DTSTAMP:20250210T111413Z CREATED:20250203T085404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T111413Z UID:5993-1740132000-1740142800@productivitysa.co.za SUMMARY:Northern Cape | WPC Milestone Workshop DESCRIPTION:Productivity SA invites you to the Northern Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event. \nClick here to register. URL:https://productivitysa.co.za/event/northern-cape-wpc-milestone-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://productivitysa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-10-at-11.45.13.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR