The African Textile, Apparel and Footwear Trade Event 23 – 25 May 2017, CTICC, Cape Town, South Africa

Your opportunity to be part ofAfrica’s most dynamic sourcing event …

Tuesday, 23 May 2017Source Africa Cocktail Reception

Wednesday, 24 May 2017International Business Seminars

Trade Show

Thursday, 25 May 2017International Business Seminars

Trade Show

Schedule of Events

Source Africa will take place for the fifth time in May 2017. It is now the largest TRADE ONLY exhibition in Africa for the apparel, textile, footwear and fashion accessory industries. It brings together suppliers, manufacturers and services providers in one major integrated event, enabling International and African buyers to view and explore a wide array of top class products and services from Africa.

It is exciting times for Africa as we prepare to take full advantage of the opportunities that will open up from the AGOA renewal and the signing of the Tri-Partite agreement. Source Africa 2017 will align itself to these important initiatives and will also continue to focus on its two core objectives –• Demonstrate to regional and international buyers that

African manufacturers can compete on price, quality, standards and reliability.

• Grow trade between African countries, encouraging African buyers and manufacturers to do business with each other, capitalising on tariff advantages and shorter distances to market.

Source Africa will once again include a two day trade exhibition (24 & 25 May), African country pavilions, international business seminars, fashion shows, wine tastings and cocktail receptions.

The 2016 Trade Expo attracted over 1300 decision makers who had the opportunity to meet with more than 180 exhibitors from 14 countries. What they found was a supply chain that is featuring innovation, high quality fabrics and yarns and compelling products and designs.

The international business seminars had engaging speakers and experts on a range of topics including AGOA – The Africa Advantage, WGSN Trendtalk: Spring/Summer 17 Buyers’ Briefing, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Textile, Apparel and Footwear: The main challenges for manufacturers and retailers from testing, to inspections and responsible sourcing.

Quick facts on Source Africa 2016• 183 exhibitors from 14 countries participated including Egypt, Ethiopia, Germany, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Turkey, UK, USA, Zimbabwe.

• 1394 African visitors from 11 countries attended including Botswana, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Mauritius, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Zimbabwe

• 31 International visitors from 11 countries attended including Australia, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Lichtenstein, Mexico, Qatar, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, USA

Why Cape Town?Cape Town hosts 19 of South Africa’s national chain stores, upwards of 30 mini and regional chains, and many independent retailers and importers. Last but not least, it has been voted the most popular tourist destination in Africa.

Just a few reasons why you should exhibit…• Source Africa has become THE pan-African annual

event for African manufacturers to network with regional and international industry professionals.

• Africa has become a major sourcing destination - meet with regional and international buyers.

• Touch cutting-edge industry equipment, find out about industry trends, production levels and design capabilities.

• Explore intra-regional trade and form new business relationships.

• Take advantage of new opportunities – the renewal of AGOA and regional duty free trade preference agreements.

To Exhibit or Visit, register online at www.sourceafrica.co.za or contact us onTel: +27 21 790 5849 or Email: info@sourceafrica.co.za

Who should visit?Key African and International decision makersand buyers from:• Chain stores• Independent retailers, mini-chains, boutiques• Agents• Importers, distributors, wholesalers• Production/factory managers• Trims buyers• Entrepreneurs• Government procurement managers• Other important industry decision makers• Media, Associations• Promotional clothing suppliers• Large corporates sourcing promotional wear

Some comments from buyers and exhibitors …Earthchild Stores, South Africa - The quality of exhibitors was excellent. We made great contacts and we are looking forward to seeing their samples.

Ackermans, South Africa - The exhibitor mix was very good and we would recommend Source Africa to our colleagues

Gelvenor Textiles, South Africa - Source Africa is the premier sourcing event for clothing, textiles and footwear made in Africa. It provides an ideal opportunity for international buyers to canvas quality suppliers, manufacturers and support services in the supply chain.

Luqy’s Manufacturing, Lesotho - Great exposure!

Cape Union Mart, South Africa - Source Africa had its best showing yet. The number, variety and caliber of participants this year was the highest I’ve seen, and it was a pleasure to attend such a well organised and professional show.

The Foschini Group, South Africa - We made contact with quality suppliers. The venue is in a great location.

Twenty 1 South Africa - A large range of exhibitors and product ranges, with some premium suppliers present. Looking forward to seeing more African participation next year. Source Africa provides a fundamental insight into the textile, apparel and footwear industries.

Poetry Stores, South Africa - Source Africa met our expectations and would likely lead to new business.

Woolworths, South Africa - The event offered us a good overview and we knew a lot of the exhibitors already. We should all be focusing on building manufacturing partners in Africa.

Exact, South Africa - The exhibit mix was really good. We strengthened some relationships and heard great things about African capabilities.

Ash City, Canada - This was my second year attending the show and I can definitely see improvements. Also saw more buyers interested to explore more business opportunities. My take from attending the seminars and the show is that obviously there are no shortages for growth in Africa.

About the OrganisersLTE – leaders in trade exhibitions is a professional South African based trade show organiser with more than 25 years of experience covering all aspects of the exhibition industry. Tel: +27 21 790 5849, Email: william@sourceafrica.co.za

Who should exhibitAfrican manufacturers and suppliers of:• Menswear, Womenswear, Childrenswear• Clothing Textiles, Home Fabrics, Made-Ups• Footwear• Bags, Belts, Leather Garments• Shawls, Scarves, Hats, Fashion Jewellery, etc• Hosiery, Socks and Gloves• Interlinings, Trims, Fasteners, Thread, Yarn• Display Products• IT Solutions, CAD Systems• Sewing Machinery, Auxiliaries,

Components• Chemicals• Training, Education, Consulting,

Inspection Services• Embroidery, Handicrafts, Carpets/Rugs• Investment Promotion Agencies, Associations

To exhibit, contact lte South Africa on Tel: +27 21 790 5849 or Email: info@sourceafrica.co.za.

is proudly supported by

FOOTWEAR AND LEATHER GOODS

Source Africa provides a platform for international and regional buyers

to network with African manufacturers and suppliers under one roof.

It will include a two day trade exhibition, African country pavilions,

international business seminars organised by the American Apparel

& Footwear Association (AAFA), an opening plenary session and

a cocktail reception.

Source Africa encourages linkages between buyers, manufacturers

and suppliers as well as investment into manufacturing capacity in

Africa accelerating job creation in these countries.

Pre-register your visit online today at www.sourceafrica.co.za

No entrance fee

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Schedule of Events

Wed, 18 June

Business SeminarCocktail Reception

Thurs, 19 & Fri, 20 June

Opening PlenaryBusiness Seminars

Source Africa Trade ShowThe African Textile, Apparel & Footwear Trade Event18 – 20 June 2014, CTICC, Cape Town, South Africa

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