17 February, 2026
Set to take place from 18th to 20th March 2026 in Johannesburg, Ceramics Africa 2026 is positioned as a key industry platform dedicated to advancing Africa’s ceramics and heavy clay sectors. Hosted in South Africa, the exhibition focuses on strengthening regional manufacturing capabilities while facilitating technology transfer from established global markets.
The event’s core objective is to connect equipment manufacturers, raw material suppliers, and technology providers with African ceramic tile producers, sanitaryware manufacturers, and heavy clay processors. By creating a direct interface between international solution providers and local industry stakeholders, the exhibition supports modernization, efficiency improvement, and capacity expansion across the continent.
Ceramics Africa 2026 features a comprehensive trade exhibition showcasing machinery for tile and sanitaryware production, kilns, automation systems, refractories, glazing technologies, and processing equipment. In parallel, technical sessions and industry-led seminars are expected to address themes such as energy optimization, sustainable production practices, digital manufacturing, and quality enhancement. These knowledge-sharing initiatives aim to provide practical insights tailored to the operational realities of African manufacturing environments.
The target audience includes plant owners, production managers, procurement heads, distributors, architects, project consultants, and construction material suppliers. Engineering firms and investors exploring opportunities in Africa’s building materials sector are also relevant participants.
Given ongoing infrastructure development and urbanization across Africa, the ceramics industry is experiencing steady demand growth. Ceramics Africa 2026 offers a focused environment for evaluating new technologies, identifying partnerships, and understanding regional market dynamics making it a relevant forum for professionals involved in ceramics production and supply chains.
Date: 18th - 20th March 2026
Venue: Johannesburg, South Africa.
Disclaimer: This content is purely informational. ilex Ceramica is not the organizer of the event mentioned. For event details or inquiries, please contact the event organizers directly.
