Bio360 Africa 2026 - 17 – 18 June 2026
2026-06-17 08:00 - 2026-06-18 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Gallagher Convention Centre, 19 Richard Drive, Midrand, Johannesburg, Gauteng , 1685, South Africa
Bio360 Africa will comprise a dedicated, international bioenergy exhibition covering 2500m2, showcasing upwards of 60 trailblazing companies with expertise across a broad range of fields including biogas, landfill gas, bioelectricity, bioheat, waste to energy, biofuels (ethanol and biodiesel), pellets (wood and agri), clean cooking, biochar, carbon dioxide removal (cdr), finance and carbon credits, carbon capture utilisation and more.
The main Conference Topics of Bio360 Africa 2026 are outlined below. The full programme will be published end of April and may be subject to changes.

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Wednesday 17th June
Biogas Day
Biochar Day

Biogas Plenary
Biochar in Africa : Market status and Outlook
Exhibitor Showcase Stories

Biogas Successful Project Development
Biochar : South Africa
Workshops

Biogas from Agri-Residues
Carbon finance

Biogas from Industrial Effluents and Biowastes
Biochar in Metalurgy

Biogas Yield Optimisation
Biochar in Agriculture

Thursday 18th June
Clean Cooking : biogas, biomass, bioethanol
Biomass CHP
Exhibitor Showcase Stories

Energy from Waste
Bio Power Agri-Residues
Workshops

Landfill gas
Liquid Biofuels : Bioethanol, Biodiesel

Event details:

Dates: 17 – 18 June 2026
Venue: Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa
Website: www.bio360-africa.com/lang/en
Register here.

Hazardous Waste Management Training hosted by IWMSA Eastern Cape Branch - 22 - 26 June 2026
2026-06-22 09:00 - 2026-06-26 12:00
The Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA)’s Eastern Cape Branch will be hosting a Virtual Hazardous Waste Training Course that will be held over five mornings, this virtual course will be run over the week of 22 – 26 June 2026 starting at 9h00 – 12h00.
This Hazardous Waste Management Training Course aims to enable the delegate to identify, sample and classify hazardous waste in accordance with applicable legislation.
It also covers the correct handling, storage and transportation requirements for hazardous waste, as well as some of the reuse, recycling, treatment and disposal options available for hazardous waste
The course is IWMSA recognised and is lectured by June Lombard, Bonte Edwards and Heather Sheared with years of experience in the waste industry.
Topics to be covered during session include:

Waste definitions – Properties of hazardous waste\nWaste risk assessments, sampling and analysis
Hazardous waste handling and storage
Transportation of Dangerous Goods
The South African Waste Classification & Management Regulations
SANS 10234: Globally Harmonised System for the Classification & Labelling of Chemicals
Determining waste minimisation, reuse, recycling, treatment and/or disposal.

Prerequisite of the course:

Speak, read, and write English to NQF Level 4.
Have a National Senior Certificate
Can speak, read, write in English to NQF level 4 and have some work experience in the waste industry.

Candidates will receive: A certificate of attendance or certificate of competence for a pass mark of 60%
Cost
IWMSA Members R 3,220.00 (incl. VAT) Non-Members R 4025.00 (incl. VAT).
Register here

cidb Opens ERWIC Awards Entries with New Academics Category - August 2026
2026-07-03
The Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) has officially announced the opening of entries for the 2026 Empowerment and Recognition of Women in Construction (ERWIC) Awards.
This year’s awards programme features a new Academic Excellence in the Construction and Built Environment Sector Category, created to recognise and celebrate female academics, lecturers, and researchers who are advancing resilient construction practices, sustainable infrastructure, and skills development across the sector.
“The introduction of this new category represents an important evolution for the cidb ERWIC Awards,” said cidb CEO Bongani Dladla.
“We are not only celebrating contractors; we are also recognising the academics who shape knowledge, mentor the next generation and strengthen the future of women in construction. By honouring their contribution, we are deepening our transformation agenda and ensuring it is rooted in research, innovation, and sustainable development.”
“The cidb ERWIC Awards have always been about more than just recognition, it is a catalyst for change,” Dladla added. “Whether through adoption of best practice new technologies, or the pursuit of academic excellence, our goal remains the same: to foster an industry that is truly developmental, inclusive, and built to withstand the demands of the future.”
Driving Visibility and Partnership
Women remain underrepresented in South Africa’s construction sector, accounting for just 10% of the workforce despite ongoing empowerment initiatives. With the country’s R1.5 trillion infrastructure pipeline it is vital that women take a greater role in shaping the sector’s future,” Dladla said.
The cidb ERWIC Awards provides a powerful platform to highlight the achievements of women-led firms. For government clients and funding partners, the awards also serve as a valuable reference point for identifying capable, compliant contractors and innovative academic collaborators capable of driving national development priorities.
“We believe the ERWIC Awards help streamline procurement by identifying women-led contractors who are ready to deliver infrastructure programmes on time, within budget, and aligned with B-BBEE transformation objectives,” Dladla said. “Our vetting process supports real skills transfer and economic inclusion and long-term sector growth.”
“We have seen past cidb ERWIC Awards winners grow from local operators into national leaders, inspiring the next generation in the process. We invite all 51% women-owned construction companies, academics, clients and built environment professionals to enter today and to start building their legacies,” Dladla concludes.
Entries close on 3 July 2026. More information, including the entry guidelines and categories and criteria, is available on the cidb ERWIC Awards website at erwicawards-cidb.co.za

WISA 2026 Biennial Conference - 22 - 24 July 2026
2026-07-22 08:00 - 2026-07-24 17:00
Water is a fundamental driver of socio-economic development, public health, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience. However, water systems across Southern Africa face a convergence of threats: Aging infrastructure, increasing demand, pollution, climate variability, and inequitable access. The theme of the WISA 2026 Conference, “Rethink Amanzi – Securing Our Future,” responds to this urgent context. It calls for a paradigm shift in how water is valued, governed, financed, used, treated, and safeguarded.
Event Details:

Dates: 22 – 24 July 2026

Venue: CTICC, Cape Town

Theme: Rethink Amanzi – Securing Our Future

Website: wisaconference.co.za

The 2026 AMPS-Africa Conference - 20th August 2026
2026-08-20 07:30 - 16:00 | Indaba Hotel, William Nicol Drive, Fourways , Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2021, South Africa
The AMPS-Africa Committee is excited to announce the date for our Annual AMPS-Africa Conference 2026, a key event that brings together industry professionals, thought leaders, and stakeholders committed to advancing mobile and portable sanitation across Africa.
Event Details

Date: 20 August 2026
Venue: Indaba Hotel, Lecture Room 8
Time: 07:30 (Registration & Sign-In) – 16:00
Topic: Driving Standards in Wastewater Treatment & Safe Transportation: Wastewater Treatment Plants, Pump Trucks & Hazardous Materials Certification
Registration details will be shared in the first week of April. Keep an eye out to secure your place. This will be our best conference yet!

This year’s conference will place a strong spotlight on:

Wastewater treatment plants and their critical role in our industry
Pump trucks and operational best practices
Certification of vehicles and the safe transportation of hazardous materials

As always, our goal is to create a platform for knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and the continued elevation of standards within the sanitation sector.

African Mining Week 2026 - 27 - 28 May 2026
2026-10-14 08:00 - 2026-10-16 17:00
With the demand for critical minerals projected to quadruple by 2040 and traditional commodities such as gold reaching record highs in 2026, Africa is increasingly positioned at the center of global supply chain strategies and investment flows. The continent hosts the world’s largest reserves of platinum group metals, chrome and manganese – minerals essential to the energy transition and advanced manufacturing. At the same time, the continent remains the leading producer of diamonds and gold, reinforcing its strategic importance to both the global jewelry market and national wealth preservation.
Ahead of African Mining Week Conference (AMW), scheduled for October 14 – 16, 2026 in Cape Town and organized by Energy Capital & Power, the AMW team engaged with African mining ministers and industry stakeholders to identify national priorities shaping the continent’s mining agenda. These discussions highlighted a shared focus on mobilising capital, strengthening domestic mineral value chains and fostering cross-border collaboration as major economies including U.S, China and Europe secure mineral supply chains.
Event details:

Dates: 14th – 16th October 2026
Location: Cape Town
Theme: Mining The Future: Unearthing Africa’s Full Mineral Value
Website: african-miningweek.com

WasteCon 2026 - 20 – 22 October 2026
2026-10-20 08:00 - 2026-10-22 17:00
Hosted by the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA), WasteCon 2026 marks a significant milestone as the organisation celebrates its 50th anniversary, reinforcing its legacy as a driving force in shaping sustainable waste and resource management across Africa.
Africa’s leading waste and resource management conference and exhibition, WasteCon 2026, will take place from 20 – 22 October 2026 at the Emperors Palace Convention Centre, bringing together the continent’s most influential decision-makers, innovators, regulators and solution providers.
Event details:

Dates: 20 – 22 October 2026
Venue: Emperors Palace Convention Centre
Website: iwmsa.co.za/wastecon-20261/wastecon-2026-overview
Early Bird Rates: The Early Bird delegate registration and payment cut-off date is 30 April 2026.
Useful links:

Delegate Registration: https://www.iwmsa.co.za/wastecon-20261/wastecon-2026-delegate
Exhibition Registration: https://www.iwmsa.co.za/wastecon-20261/wastecon-2026-exhibition
Sponsorship Prospectus: https://www.iwmsa.co.za/wastecon-20261/wastecon-2026-sponsorship-prospectus
Golf Day Registration: https://www.iwmsa.co.za/wastecon-20261/wastecon-2026-golf-day
