Productivity SA

2025 Productivity Statistics Launch
2025-12-03 10:00 - 13:00 UTC
You are invited to join Productivity SA as it unpacks the performance of productivity indicators.
“Productivity growth remained subdued in 2024 amid a shifting geopolitical and economic landscape”
“Labour and Capital productivity increased while Multifactor productivity decreased somewhat in 2024,underlying weakness in South Africa’s productivity growth remains.”
Date: 03 December 2025 – 10:00 to 13:00
Venue: Zoom

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Free State WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-11-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Productivity SA is excited to announce our upcoming Free State Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event
Date: 28 November 2025 – 10:00 to 13:00
Venue: Zoom

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Eastern Cape WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-11-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Dolphins Leap Conference and Events, 35 Humewood Rd, Shop 14C, Dolphins Leap Center, Gqeberha, 6013
Productivity SA’s is excited to announce our upcoming Eastern Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event
Date: 27 November 2025 – 10h00-13h00
Venue: Dolphins Leap Conference and Events, 35 Humewood Rd, Shop 14C, Dolphins Leap Center, Gqeberha, 6013

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KwaZulu Natal WPC Milestone workshop
2025-11-20 10:00 - 13:00
Productivity SA is excited to announce our KwaZulu Natal Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event
Theme: “Inclusive Growth for a Sustainable Future: Africa in the Global Economy.”
Date: 20 November 2025 – 9:30 for 10:00 – 13:00
Venue: Riverside Hotel 10 Kenneth Kaunda Road, Durban North,
Durban, 4051
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46th National Productivity Awards and the Africa Kaizen Awards
2025-10-28 12:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
The Stage is Set for the National Productivity Awards and the Africa Kaizen Awards.
An afternoon of recognition, inspiration and celebration in productivity and innovation.
DATE: 28 October 2025
TIME: 12:00 – 17:00
VENUE: Virtual
We 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.

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Productivity Awards 2025 Winners

Round Table discussion on the 2025 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook results
2025-10-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Hybrid (In-person & Online)Nadine Gordimer Auditorium, Level 5, Kingsway Campus Library, UJ
THEME: A productive nation is a competitive nation
TITLE: Advancing Knowledge on Global Competitiveness:
Reflections on South Africa’s Performance
DATE: 10 October 2025
TIME: 14:00 SAST
VENUE: Hybrid (In-person & Online)Nadine Gordimer Auditorium,
Level 5, Kingsway Campus Library, UJ
KEY PRESENTER
Ms Juliet Mashabela (Productivity SA Acting Chief Economist)
FACILITATORS
Mr Rudy Petersen (Senior Manager, Government and Stakeholder Relations, UJ)
Ms Lalane Janse Van Rensburg (Executive Manager, Research, Innovation and Statistics,
Productivity SA)
OBJECTIVES FOR THE DISCUSSION
• To present the latest World Competitiveness Report with specific reference to South Africa’s performance.
• To analyze key drivers of productivity and competitiveness in the context of global trends.
• To facilitate scholarly and policy dialogue on the implications of the Report for national development.
• To encourage academic reflection and critical engagement
with competitiveness as a field of study.
• To strengthen collaboration between academic institutions,
government, and Productivity SA in advancing knowledge
and practice.
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LAP EMPLOYER SESSION
2025-10-10 09:00 - 13:00 | Presidentail Hotel, 4 Alexander Road, Bantry Bay, Western cape
The Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) through Labour Activation Programm (LAP) in
partnership with Productivity SA in the Western Cape, cordially invites employers and SMME’s under
the City of Cape Town Municipality to attend the LAP’s Employer Session that will be held at the
Presidential Hotel in Cape Town (Western Cape).
The LAP’s Employer Session aims to empower employers, educare and raise awareness about
Labour Activation Programm’s and relevant labour laws impacting employee working conditions.
In addition, the session seeks to encourage meaningful interaction between the Department of
Employment and Labour, and its valued key strategic stakeholders, particularly employees. This
aligns with the DEL’s mandate to safeguard the interests of vulnerable workers.
The following topics will be covered:
• TERS and BT&R • UIF Compliance and Declarations • Clarifying Reduced Worktime Benefits •
Compensation Fund (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act) • Inspection and
Enforcement Services (Basic Conditions of Employment Act / National Minimum Wage and OHS) •
Productivity SA
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For enquiries: Ms Poppy Mafenuka (021) 441 8075
Email: poppy.mafenuka@labour.gov.za

Limpopo WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-09-23 10:00 - 13:00
Productivity SA is excited to announce our Limpopo Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event
Date: 23 September 2025 – 10:00 to 13:00
Venue: 2Ten Hotel and convention center, Mphephu Street,
Sibasa, Thohoyandou
Dress code: Traditional wear or Heritage-inspired outfits &
accessories
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Northern Cape WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-09-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Productivity SA is excited to announce our upcoming Northern Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event
Date: 19 September 2025 – 10:00 to 13:00
Venue: Zoom

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Annual General Meeting (AGM)
2025-09-12 09:30 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join us as we mark the last AGM of the current Productivity SA Board. In the spirit of Heritage Month, our theme is:
“From Our Roots, We Rise: Strengthening Performance,
Partnerships, and Impact.”
We look forward to hosting you as we honor our
heritage while looking boldly to the future.
The theme reflects our strong foundations, our progress,
and our shared commitment to growth and impact.
Date: 12 September 2025
Time: 09:30 for 10:00 – 13:00
Platform: Zoom
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Western Cape WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-08-29 10:00 - 13:00
Productivity SA’s is excited to announce our upcoming Western Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event
Date: 29 August 2025 – 10h00-13h00
Venue:Durbanville Conference Centre, First Floor, Town Centre, Wellington Road, Durbanville, Cape Town, 7550

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CALL FOR EXHIBITORS - AFRICA KAIZEN ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2025
2025-08-27 - 2025-08-28 | BIRCHWOOD HOTEL, BOKSBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
The Africa Kaizen Annual Conference (AKAC) 2025 will take place on 27–28 October 2025 at the
Birchwood Hotel, Boksburg, South Africa. As part of the conference, a Panel Exhibition will be held in the
Cedarwood and Yellowwood Rooms, located close to the main conference hall. This exhibition offers a
unique platform for manufacturing companies to showcase their Kaizen (Quality and Productivity
Improvement – QPI) success stories to policymakers, industry leaders, and international partners from
across Africa.
We are pleased to announce an open call for up to 16 manufacturing companies to participate in the
exhibition. Selected companies will be provided with a 3m x 2m exhibition stand (8 stands per room) free
of charge. Exhibitors are expected to prepare their own display content, which may include posters, panels,
pamphlets, sample products, videos, or other materials to demonstrate their achievements and activities
in QPI/Kaizen.
Exhibition Period
Afternoon of 26 October – Evening of 28 October 2025
Exhibition Venue
Cedarwood and Yellowwood Rooms – Manufacturing Companies Section
Exhibition Style
• Panel / poster presentation
• Product or service display
• Pamphlets, videos, and other promotional materials
• Organiser provides panels, desk, and chairs; exhibitors prepare and install their own content and
materials
Costs
• The organiser covers the cost of the exhibition panels and basic furniture.
• Exhibitors are responsible for all costs related to content preparation, printing, and display
materials.
Preparation Schedule
• August 2025: Call for exhibitors, selection of exhibitors
• September 2025: ; Orientation; space allocation, preparation of exhibition content by exhibitors
• October 2025: Pre-event meeting with exhibitors; panel installation on 26 October; exhibition on
27–28 October; dismantling on the evening of 28 October
Application Deadline
Friday 29 August 2025 (23:59)
How to Apply
Interested companies are invited to submit an expression of interest including:
1. Company name, address, and contact details
2. Brief description of Kaizen/QPI activities and achievements
3. Proposed content for the exhibition panel(s) (text, images, videos))
4. Any special requirements (e.g., electricity, audiovisual equipment)
Selection Process
1. Final selection will be made by NQPN management team
2. Preference will be given to companies that participated in the Kaizen project with the NQPN
members
Applications should be sent to:
Ms. Mpho Moimane, mmoimane@aidc.co.za (C.c nqpn.sa@gmail.com)
This is an excellent opportunity to promote your company’s competitiveness, share best practices, and network with key stakeholders from across Africa and beyond.

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Gauteng WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-08-20 10:00 - 13:00
Productivity SA’s is excited to announce our upcoming Gauteng Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event
Date: 20 August 2025 – 10h00-13h00
Venue: Premier Hotel, 187 3rd Road, Halfway Gardens, Midrand

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Mpumalanga WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-08-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Productivity SA’s is excited to announce our upcoming Mpumalanga Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event
Date: 14 August 2025 – 10h00-13h00
Venue: Zoom

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4th International Operations Management Conference
2025-08-04 09:00 - 2025-08-06 17:00 | Glenburn lodge, Muldersdrift, South Africa
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).

Unlock Growth for Your SME: Join the Expand Your Business (EYB) Training Programme
2025-07-28 - 2025-07-31 | Bellville Area, Cape Town – Western Cape, South Africa
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.
The 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.

Who is the EYB Training for?
The 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.
By participating, you will be supported to:
– Analyse your current business situation and identify growth strategies.
– Strengthen core functions such as marketing, operations, and human resources to support expansion.
– Access linkages to export and trade, technology transfer organisations, mentorship programmes, and B2B partnerships.
– Explore financing and networking opportunities.
– Engage in a business growth simulation game to practice decision-making and learn the impact of those decisions.
– Benefit from individual counselling and follow-ups for tailored business guidance.

Minimum Requirements for Applicants
– Must be based in the Western Cape area.
– Valid CIPC Company Registration Certificate.
– Recent proof of SARS Tax Registration.

Key Information
Workshop Dates: 28 – 31 July 2025
Venue: Bellville Area, Cape Town – Western Cape
Application Deadline: By 16h00 on 18 July 2025
Application Link: https://forms.office.com/r/mPKBfeZ3pL
Sector Focus: Preference will be given to SMEs in the Automotive, Leather, and Footwear sectors.

Contact Us
For more information, feel free to contact Productivity SA:📞 WhatsApp: 076 136 8350 (Ref: EYB Training)📧 Email: Jean-drec@productivitysa.co.za

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Launch of the 2025 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook Results
2025-06-18 10:00 - 13:00 | 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
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.
Date: 18 June 2025 – 10h00-13h00
Venue: Productivity SA Offices, International Business Gateway, Cnr New and 6th Roads, Midrand

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Virtual Knowledge Sharing Webinar: Sector Insights for a more productive SA
2025-05-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join us for a dialogue as we present key findings from two major research reports:

The Energy Sector Report
The Footwear and Leather Industry Report This seminar will provide valuable insights into productivity challenges, opportunities, and the way forward for these sectors.

Date: 28 May 2025, 10h00- 12h00
Theme: Sector Insights for a more productive South Africa
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North West | WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-03-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Productivity SA invites you to the North West Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event.
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Northern Cape | WPC Milestone Workshop
2025-02-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Productivity SA invites you to the Northern Cape Workplace Challenge (WPC) Milestone Workshop Event.
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