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SARCDA 2026
Sep 1, 2026 | SAFI News

SAFI makes its mark at SARCDA 2026

SAFI’s first dedicated pavilion at SARCDA Christmas 2026 was about far more than showcasing beautiful products.
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Shanghai WMF 2026
Sep 1, 2026 | Industry News

From SA to Shanghai: Exploring the future of furniture manufacturing

South Africa’s furniture manufacturing industry is heading to Shanghai this month, with SAFI leading a delegation of 12 companies and 22 industry representatives to one of the world’s leading showcases of furniture manufacturing technology.
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Building Skills
Sep 1, 2026 | Industry News

Building skills where they matter most

South Africa’s furniture industry needs skilled people to grow. As experienced workers leave the sector, developing a new generation of work-ready talent is becoming increasingly important.
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Bridge
Jul 9, 2026 | SAFI News

A bridge to new markets: how international partnerships could boost furniture exports

Building a globally competitive furniture industry requires more than strong manufacturing capabilities. It also depends on access to international markets, reliable supply chains, technical expertise and strategic partnerships.
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Preparing
Jul 2, 2026 | Industry News

Preparing the furniture industry for the future of manufacturing

Artificial intelligence, robotics, smart manufacturing and sustainable production are rapidly transforming industries across the globe. For South Africa's furniture manufacturing sector, understanding how these technologies will shape future competitiveness has become increasingly important.
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Etvaal
Jun 22, 2026 | Industry News

Adapt or be left behind: Why the future of furniture manufacturing belongs to the agile

For decades, South African furniture manufacturers have faced a familiar list of challenges: cheap imports, rising input costs, infrastructure constraints, skills shortages and shifting consumer demand.
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