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Accreditation
Mar 13, 2026 | Industry News

Accreditation in motion: building capability from the inside out

Accreditation does not always command attention, yet it is quietly transforming how the furniture sector develops its workforce.
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EUDR Exporting
Mar 13, 2026 | Industry News

Export readiness in action

South Africa’s furniture manufacturers have the design capability and production strength to compete globally. Yet participation in export missions and funding programmes continues to be limited by one critical factor: readiness.
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CTFW
Mar 12, 2026 | Industry News

Contemporary craft in focus: Cape Town Furniture Week 2026

From 18 to 21 February 2026, Cape Town became a city-wide showcase of South African design during Cape Town Furniture Week. Over four days, showrooms, exhibitions, talks and factory tours celebrated local creativity and production across the Mother City.
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Claudia Weyers
Mar 11, 2026 | SAFI News

Hadassah Interiors: Crafting beauty, building skills

Hadassah Interiors has always stood for beautiful design, thoughtful craftsmanship and furniture that feels personal. Founded in 2016 by Claudia Weyers, the studio continues to blend comfort, quality and individuality into pieces that bring warmth and meaning to every home.
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Advancing Skills
Mar 11, 2026 | SAFI News

Advancing skills, qualifications and industry readiness

SAFI continues to play a leading role in strengthening education, training and industry alignment within the furniture manufacturing sector. Under the guidance of Skills and Qualifications Manager, Lynn Adonis, SAFI has made significant progress in expanding partnerships, promoting QCTO-accredited programmes, and supporting both institutions and manufacturers to meet national training standards. “Skills development remains at […]
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Greg Boulle
Mar 1, 2026 | Industry News

Message from the CEO

The South African furniture industry operates in a competitive and often unpredictable environment. Manufacturers are navigating rising input costs, regulatory complexity and sustained import pressure, while still being expected to innovate, create jobs and expand into new markets.
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