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For immediate release, 7 August 2009

Two-way trade in Africa and worldwide received a major boost through the recent Southern African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX) which took place from 19 to 21 July at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand. Revamped and under new ownership, SAITEX is now firmly back on the international trade map, with a number of exhibitors already signed up for the 2010 show.

SAITEX has always played a vital role in promoting trade between South Africa, African countries and around the globe. This year it was co-located for the first time with Africa’s Big Seven (AB7) – the largest food and beverage event on the continent – in order to maximise trading opportunities. This allowed exhibitors and visitors even greater networking prospects.

“Feedback from participants has been excellent”, according to John Thomson of Exhibition Management Services, organisers of the event. “As a result of their experience at this year’s show, China has increased its floor space by 96% for the 2010 show, whilst Thailand has booked more than double the space it had this year."

Brazilian exhibitor, Marcos Goulart of Alliance Commodities commented: “The expo was well organised and we have had a lot of interest in distributing our products. This is encouraging and we will definitely be back next year.”

Amor du Preez, Sales and Marketing Manager of Pan Mixers SA confirmed this sentiment, adding: “We have had a good response from visitors. In addition we have developed numerous contacts which hold the potential for many new deals.”

“We will definitely be exhibiting next year,” enthused Veloshni Govender,an entreprenuer from Kwazulu-Natal. “SAITEX definitely exposed my products to wider range of clients. I am enthusiastic about the leads I have made at the exhibition and will be booking a stall for next year.”

The only multi-sector trade fair of its size and kind on the continent, SAITEX plays host to hundreds of exhibitors showcasing products, services, and economic opportunities from all over the world. The event has developed a solid reputation for translating export, import, development and investment opportunities into business transactions.

The co-located SAITEX and AB7 events attracted 401 companies from 39 countries. They showcased 392 product categories, featuring 2117 different items. The combined attendance of 12 708 visitors came from 45 different countries.

The companies from around the globe that exhibited at SAITEX included Argentina, Brazil, China, Egypt, Ghana, India, Pakistan, Malaysia, Nigeria, Poland, Turkey, Singapore, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. Africa also featured prominently, with companies from Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania , Zambia, Zimbabwe represented.

Product ranges on show included fast-moving consumer goods, retail-ready products, electrical and electronic items, engineering goods and services, building and construction product, food, beverages and catering equipment, footwear and leather products, industrial products, manufacturing technologies, plasticware, homeware, kitchenware and cookware, white and brown goods, home entertainment equipment, office equipment, furniture, hardware, stationery, sports equipment and textiles.

The visitor attendance for SAITEX was an astounding 5166 with visitors from 23 different countries. The visitor demographics were such that 65.80 % were Owners, MD’s, Directors or Members of a Company or cc. The main reason that these visitors attended the show was to look for new business and to network with other businesses.

This year’s event has had more “value adding” components such as the Business Matchmaking Service, aimed at bring buyers and sellers together on a one-to-one basis. The numerous business presentations entitled “Doing Business in ….” Various countries attracted considerable interest. These complimentary offerings opened the doors to increased trade and partnerships.

The only multi-sectoral trade fair of its size and kind in Africa, SAITEX has indeed proved its worth by connecting business people and shaping the South African and International economy.

SAITEX 2010 is scheduled to take place from 25 to 27 July 2010 at Gallagher Estate and promises to be even bigger and better.

How to form business partnerships in Angola and secure financial assistance from the South African Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

The DTI will assist with all costs. Interested?

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Are you actively looking for lucrative business partnerships in Angola? Did you know that the Angolan electricity sector alone is forecast to grow by 20% by 2015?

With an estimated $8.4billion scheduled to be invested into the Angola economy over the next few years, you do not want to miss out on this opportunity to increase your profit margin and also be a part of the next wave of Southern African development!

In fact, Angola is one of the best-kept secrets on the African continent. And you have a unique opportunity to tap into strengthening bilateral ties between South Africa and Angola.

Yes, you too can capitalize on this exciting emerging economy. Companies are still recovering from the global economic downturn in these tough times, but now you can qualify for financial assistance through South Africa’s Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to help increase your chance of success.

The DTI is following in President Jacob Zuma’s footsteps, recognizing his visit last year to Angola during which he called for a strengthening of relations and business ties between the two countries. In fact, the DTI will facilitate your access to Angola through financial assistance – but only if you apply within the next 36 HOURS

• Facilitated access to a challenging market – assistance with visas, accommodation and interpretation ensure a hassle-free experience
• A unique chance to meet all the key government and business leads at one event – the only way to get to grips with the Angolan market is through face-to face contact with key decision makers
• Great cost and time savings – Angola is the most expensive country to visit in the world, and key decision-makers are notoriously difficult to pin down. You will meet them all in just two days.
• An opportunity to learn from the experiences of companies that are already established in Angola – hear about their strategies for mitigating risk, adapting their business models and building relationships with local strategic partners

Infrastructure Partnerships for African Development (iPAD) Angola takes place from 4 to 5 May 2010 and partners with the premier Power Industry Forum for Southern Africa from 6 to 7 May 2010. These two events will unite government stakeholders, electricity utilities, business leaders, and industrial suppliers at the Tropico Hotel in Luanda, Angola for four days of practical insight on how to do business in Angola.

These two events provide an ideal forum for infrastructure investment and development opportunities in Angola and will focus on the following sectors: mining, oil and gas, energy, transport, ICT and telecommunications, construction, and water.

The DTI will provide financial assistance to South African companies wishing to participate in these two events, which will include a tabletop display area for companies planning to enter the Angolan market.

• Reserve your space for IPAD Angola before 3 March and benefit from a preferential rate for South African companies (this includes a 3 x 1 m display area and bronze sponsorship status).
• Reserve your space for the Power Industry Forum for Southern African before 3 March and benefit from a preferential rate for South African companies (this includes a 3 x 1 m display area and bronze sponsorship status).
• The double deal: Reserve space for both and receive an additional 20% discount.

If you are looking for an exclusive opportunity to accumulate business intelligence and expand your address book in Southern Africa, act now to secure your DTI financial assistance.

Contact Michela Valigy immediately as DTI financing is only available until the close of business on Wednesday, 3rd March!!

For more information, please contact Michela Valigy:
[email protected]
+27 21 700 3534

1. What is the Pre-Shipment Inspection Programme all about?
2. What is the mandatory scope of the programme?
3. What is the voluntary scope of the programme?
4. What are the key steps for the Exporter?

• Introduction to insurance in Africa and the History of the Angolan Insurance market - Ian Tofield (Retired Managing Director of Munich Re Africa and Non-executive director Global Alliance Holdings)
• Types of cover offered by Angolan Insurers - Alex Rimmer (Head of Re-Insurance and Underwriting for the Global Alliance Group)
  • A short description of insurance available.
  • Global Programs.
  • Re-insurance.
• Introduction to the Insurance law - Robert Lewis (Director Global Alliance Holdings and Managing Director GA Angola Seguros)
  • Salient points affecting investors.
  • Compulsory Insurance for all companies.
  • Energy Insurance.
• Overall Description of the Insurers and Brokers in Angola - Robert Lewis (Director Global Alliance Holdings and Managing Director GA Angola Seguros)
  • Insurance Companies Operating in Angola
  • Insurance Brokers Operating in Angola

• Alternative vehicles used for doing business
• Funding of Angolan operations
• Planning opportunities to minimize Angolan withholding tax on payments to SA
• South African exchange control of trading with/in Angola
• South African transfer pricing implications of transactions with connected persons in Angola
• South African income tax implications for individuals working in Angola
• South African VAT implications for SA VAT vendors of doing business with/in Angola

The main speakers are Celia Becker and Christa Goosen, who are qualified as Chartered Accountants in South Africa and are currently Associate Directors with PwC in the International Tax Division. Celia also has 2 years experience in South African Corporate Tax Advisory services, and both her and Christa spent several months at PwC's Luxembourg office and have gained extensive experience in a wide range of international disciplines.

The differences in legal, fiscal, accounting, administrative and even cultural frameworks and habits make the effort of starting and growing a business in Angola challenging.

This very valuable seminar, organized by SA-ACC e presented by PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) will take you trough the Incorporation process from investment project approval to operating license. The seminar will highlight business vehicles and their incorporation process; review the Foreign Investment regimen available, outline the process for eligibility and tax, duties and Foreign Exchange incentives available; highlight the most relevant Angolan taxes and other important aspects such as HR, immigration, accounting, etc.

The main speaker, Mr. Fernando Barros, Managing partner of PwC - Angola, helped to establish tax practices for PwC first in Mozambique in 1997 and then in Angola in 2002. In both Mozambique and Angola Fernando facilitated the link between the private sector and the Government and also assisted the Government in the processes of staff training and drafting of the tax law. His experience includes the following fields: