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Announcements

An Opportunity to Increase your Company's Exports and Turnover!
Showcase your Products at the South African National Pavilion at Gulfood 2027 Dubai, United Arab Emirates from 15 – 19 March 2027

the dtic invites interested companies in the agro-processing sector to apply for funding to participate at the largest trade exhibition in the Middle East, the Gulfood 2027 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), from 15 to 19 March 2027.

The Middle East’s rapidly growing population is driving a growing demand for food and agro-processed products which will continue to rise in the next five years presenting enormous opportunities for food exports and regional trade partnerships. South Africa will participate in the fine food pavilion which focuses on agro-processing products excluding: meat, confectionery, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Applications close 15 October 2026 at 16:00.

Gulfood 2027 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
An Opportunity to Increase your Company's Exports and Turnover!
Tender/Request for Quotation SCAM

It has been brought to our attention that fraudulent RFQs are being requested in the name of the dtic. Please verify the validity of any RFQs or tender requests by contacting the dtic’s Supply Chain Management via email: ThedticRFQenquiries@thedtic.gov.za

Customer Contact Centre – 0861 843 384

Partnering in Business with Germany
Explore and Diversify Your Export Markets Outward Selling Mission to Malaysia 11 To 14 August 2026

the dtic invites interested companies to apply to participate in an Outward Selling Mission (OSM) to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 11 to 14 August 2026. This OSM aims to promote South African value-added products and services in this market and will include a business seminar, B2B meetings and site visits. Applications close on 5 June 2026. All applications must be emailed to: OSMMalaysia&Singapore2025@thedtic.gov.za. The email subject line must reflect event name and date, and all documents must be submitted in a zip-folder file.

Outward Selling Mission to Malaysia
An Opportunity to Increase your Company's Exports and Turnover!
The South African National pavilion At the Korea International Boat Show (KIBS) 2027, Goyang Si, South Korea 12 – 14 March 2027

the dtic invites exporters to participate in the Korea International Boat Show (KIBS) from 12 - 14 March 2027 in Goyang Si, South Korea. The deadline date for the submission of completed National Pavilion application forms is 12 October 2026.
The KIBS is Korea’s premier marine leisure exhibition at the Korea International Exhibition Centre (KINTEX). The KIBS showcases the latest boats, yachts and marine technologies, and brings together manufacturers, service providers and enthusiasts. The show includes business networking product displays and conferences pertaining to sailing lifestyle and market trends and yacht care.

Korea International Boat Show (KIBS) 2027
An Opportunity to Increase your Company's Exports and Turnover!
NATIONAL PAVILIONS LIST FOR 2026/27 (01 APRIL 2026 - 31 MARCH 2027)

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) will be participating in various exhibitions, trade shows and National Pavilions to promote locally manufactured products in international markets. The department invites manufacturers and registered exporters to participate in the international trade shows listed in the links below. If your company is competitive in the South African market, has been in business for at least two years and is export ready, it stands to benefit from the dtic's Export Marketing and Investment Assistance scheme.

National Pavilions List for 2026/27
An Opportunity to Increase your Company's Exports and Turnover!
SIAL Paris – The International Food Exhibition 2026 Paris, France
17 – 21 October 2026

the dtic invites exporters interested in attending the 2026 SIAL Paris International Food Products Exhibition from 17 – 21 October to apply to be a South African National Pavilion participant. SIAL Paris is a leading international food exhibition hosted every two years and is an ideal platform for South African exporters to showcase food products, engage with international buyers and explore new export market opportunities. Applications close on 11 June 2026. All applications must be emailed to: BMorudi@thedtic.gov.za. No courier or posted applications will be accepted.

SIAL Paris – The International Food Exhibition 2026
An Opportunity to Increase your Company's Exports and Turnover!
Group Missions 2026/7

With the help of the dtic’s Export Marketing and Investment Assistance (EMIA) scheme, qualifying local companies can expand internationally through participation in the dtic’s trade missions.

Trade missions are events aimed at promoting locally manufactured products and services in international markets.

Who qualifies?
• Companies that are competitive in the South African market
• Companies that have been in business for at least two years
• Companies that are export-ready

Interested companies are encouraged to check the dtic’s website for recruitment advertisements for each trade mission.

Group Missions 2026/7
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