Coatings For Africa will bring together Southern Africa’s coatings industry from 24-26 June at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa, in association with the South African Paint Manufacturing Association (SAPMA).

The event comes at a key moment for the region’s paint and coatings market. Valued at about USD 770 million, the sector is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.01% between 2026 and 2031, reaching approximately USD 892 million, driven by increased construction activity, infrastructure investment and demand for more sustainable coating technologies. (Source: Mordor Intelligence)

Against this backdrop, the 2026 edition will welcome more than 150 exhibiting brands from over 15 countries, creating a platform for raw material suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and technical specialists like chemists and formulators, to connect, exchange knowledge and explore new business opportunities.

The event is supported by Synthetic Polymers as Platinum Sponsor, Rolfes Chemicals as Badge Sponsor and Gapuma as Bag Sponsor, demonstrating strong industry alignment in supporting innovation and growth across the coatings value chain.

Coatings For Africa also welcomes the Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP) as its Sustainability Partner. Through its work with governments and manufacturers, LEEP supports the development and adoption of safer, more sustainable coatings, reflecting the industry’s growing focus on environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance.

Commenting on the upcoming event, Paddy O’Neill, Associate Vice President of The Coatings Group, dmg events, said:

“The coatings industry in Southern Africa is strategically important to the region’s economic growth. Coatings For Africa provides a vital platform for facilitating engagement, trade and business development across the coatings sector. With support from SAPMA and our sponsors, we look forward to welcoming the industry to Johannesburg in two weeks’ time and continuing to support growth and collaboration across the region.”

Among the companies confirmed to exhibit are Synthetic Polymers, Gapuma, Rolfes Chemicals, BAMR, Omya Idwala, Sudarshan Chemicals, AECI Specialty Chemicals, ORCHEM (part of REDA Chemicals), IMCD and Bodo Möller Chemie, alongside many other leading industry suppliers.

Knowledge Sharing Takes Centre Stage

Running alongside the exhibition, ChemTalks (formerly the Business Presentations Hub) will take place on 24-25 June, offering exhibitors a platform to showcase new products, technical innovations and formulation expertise through focused presentations and interactive discussions.

Designed to encourage practical knowledge sharing, ChemTalks will explore the trends, solutions and challenges shaping the future of the coatings industry.
With thousands of industry professionals expected to attend, Coatings For Africa remains a key destination for sourcing new materials, gaining market insight and building strategic partnerships across Southern Africa.

Industry professionals can register to attend free of charge at www.coatingsforafrica.com/register.

Entry is restricted to trade and industry professionals. Visitors under the age of 18 will not be permitted access to the exhibition halls.