Gain Access to African
Business Opportunities
Build powerful relationships with Africa’s most innovative thinkers, leaders, and companies.
- Position yourself as one of Africa’s leading aspirational brands
- Connect with important industry players in Africa
- Influence decision-makers consistently through VUKA’s influence system
Our clients
VUKA Industry Verticals
Access Trusted Partnerships and Connections
Built over Decades in the Industry
Mining
Energy
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Mobility
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Green Economy
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Why VUKA Group?Connecting Africa with the World's Best, to Influence Sustainable* Progress
*social flourishing, just economic prosperity, resource abundance
We connect people & organisations to information and each other through signature in-person and digital environments. Creating the conditions for extraordinary change, supporting Africa to achieve its highest potential.
Creating Opportunity in Connection
Open the door to more conversations and opportunities through VUKA Group events, exhibitions & industry news. Complete an enquiry form to learn how to generate more connections within Africa.
Dedicated to Africa
Explore opportunity in every connection, digital or in-person across the African continent. VUKA Group has been connecting businesses in Africa for 20 years, providing unparalleled access to key contacts, innovative thinking and business opportunities.
Access The News Cycle Your Industry Relies On
Gain insights and knowledge via the industry's most trusted source of information. Seize the opportunity to keep your finger on the pulse and have your company featured for the industries most influential figures to see.
Connecting Key Industry Players
Focus your marketing budget where it generates access to key industry opportunities. VUKA Group’s planning team provides you the connection to access the right contacts through targeted digital and in-person environments, building rapport and open doors to new opportunities.
Our Brands
Trust-based Influence Model
Create New Opportunities & Influence Prospects
The Influence Cycle Explained
In reality, success comes from retaining the market (or your prospects') attention with consistent brand visibility that builds awareness, trust and confidence. It opens doors, and gives you a seat at the table with industry heavyweights.
Traditional Exhibitions & Advertising vs The VUKA Group
VUKA opens the door to true 365 marketing, producing evergreen awareness of your company. Imagine staying in contact with your prospects 365 days a year, across multiple media channels to influence the way customers think about your brand. VUKA clients achieve much more with their investments. Isn’t it time you discovered what you’ve been missing out on?
Position your company as an authority via: live events, tradeshows, online events, news cycles, and more.
- Create evergreen brand visibility 365 days per year
- Targeted marketing before, during and after events/exhibitions
- Leverage trusted industry media to present your brand
VUKA Events and Exhibitions
Experience Connections
Like Never Before
The teams at VUKA Group are guided by purpose; to positively influence the connections and conversations that spark new growth opportunities across Africa.
We do this by organising award winning in-person conferences, exhibitions, workshops, network & meeting opportunities, supported by digital platforms that continue to position industry brands and information into sector year-round.
We are market leaders who are passionate and committed to the projects we deliver.
Your Opportunities to Be Seen
Feature in Industry Authority Media, Exhibitions & Networking Events
In-person Networking
Online Networking
Digital Events
Exhibitions & Conferences
Media Publication
Research Materials
Webinars & Podcasts
Hosted Connections
Group Partners
“Every day, opportunities open up for businesses positioned to leverage them, and they flow to businesses who’ve inserted themselves into the influence cycle.”
Errol Bryce
Group Sales Director
VUKA Group
It was an excellent decision to join DRC Mining Week with an official German Pavilion! Impressive conference and exhibition with exciting contacts
Helmut Schgeiner
Technical Director, VDMA
SMA has from inception hosted Africa’s premier event on eMobility integrating players in the sector to optimise growth of local markets on the continent while supporting local value addition and manufacturing
Henry Kamau
Director at Sustainable Transport Africa
PRIME is delighted to have participated in Enlit Africa Connect by starring in a session focused on PRIME’s latest technical updates, including PRIME Hybrid with a special focus on the achievements of in-field deployments in Africa
Pilar Julián Arrieta
Strategic Consulting, ianusGroup
Featuring some of the greatest mobility thought leaders in Africa, the talks, ideas, debates, and engagement were electrifying! ...This hybrid event definitely sets the scene for the future of conferencing
Sasheen Rajkumar
Project Engineer, SANRAL
Case Studies
Customer Success
How VUKA Group has helped businesses access new opportunities in Africa
MES’s participation in the DRC Mining Week not only reinforced its position as a leader in engineering solutions but also highlighted its role in supporting the region’s industrial growth. We are excited to collaborate with a company that prioritizes innovation and sustainability.
Mr Manoj Patil
Director
Strengthening presence in the DRC mining sector
Client:Mining Engineering Services (MES)
Objective:
MES aimed to strengthen its presence in the mining sector of the DRC, showcase its expertise in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions, and build direct relationships with decision-makers and project leaders from mining companies. With the DRC Mining Week being a premier event in the region, MES sought to leverage this platform to emphasize its commitment to infrastructure development and reliable services, particularly in scaffolding, energy, and construction support.
Solution:
MES participated in the DRC Mining Week as a key sponsor and exhibitor. The company’s stand showcased its comprehensive portfolio, including scaffolding solutions, HDPE pipes for water projects, cable manufacturing through Congo Cables and Transformers (CCT), and its expertise in renewable energy projects. MES also actively engaged in panel discussions and networking sessions to highlight its role in driving sustainable growth in the mining sector.
Results
The event significantly boosted MES’s visibility among industry leaders. As a direct result of its participation, MES secured multiple business enquiries. Additionally, MES forged new partnerships with prominent companies in mining sector as well as other allied industries, setting the stage for long-term collaborations in infrastructure development.
MES’s participation in the DRC Mining Week not only reinforced its position as a leader in engineering solutions but also highlighted its role in supporting the region’s industrial growth. We are excited to collaborate with a company that prioritizes innovation and sustainability.
Mr Manoj Patil
Director
“The value Enlit Africa gave ACTOM was having intimate one-on-one engagements with existing and new potential clientele across Africa”
Mamiki Matlawa
Group Business Development Executive
ACTOM expands their brand in and around South Africa
Client:ACTOM
Objective:
ACTOM’s objective, after a long absence of events due to the pandemic, was to expand the reach and awareness of our brand into African countries, specifically outside of South Africa.
Solution:
We had a large custom booth for our various divisions, sponsorship of the Opening Cocktail Function, Platinum Sponsorship as well as media support through ESI Africa.
Results
We found Enlit Africa gave us the opportunity to meet and engage with existing and new potential customers outside of South Africa, but also that it was more cost effective to do so through the event.
“The value Enlit Africa gave ACTOM was having intimate one-on-one engagements with existing and new potential clientele across Africa”
Mamiki Matlawa
Group Business Development Executive
“The event was well organized, with a personable organizing team who demonstrated genuine interest in Spiro and cared about our success. We felt like they knew us and our story. This approach provided Spiro with a strong sense of being supported and cared about throughout the event. Additionally, the event was not only professionally organized but also facilitated valuable interactions and conversations which was really valuable. They just kept connecting us to the right people which was brilliant.”
Lee Breheny
Head of Global Communications, Spiro
Spiro establishes itself as Africa's foremost electric vehicle (EV) deployer
Client:Spiro
Objective:
Spiro, a leading African EV company specialized in electric motorbikes and clean energy infrastructure, participated in the SMA Summit as part of its strategy to establish itself as Africa’s foremost electric vehicle (EV) deployer and increase brand awareness. The primary objectives were to demonstrate thought leadership, build brand recognition, network with journalists, and connect with government and civic leaders. Additionally, Spiro aimed to foster helpful conversations around potential investments and partnerships.
Solution:
The company understood the significance of participating in a series of events, such as Smarter Mobility Africa summit, that emphasized their position as leaders. To achieve this, Spiro utilized a tailored sponsorship package to secure a notable presence at the event and ensure to benefit from a strategic placement on the exposition floor to maximize their visibility.
Results
SMA summit delivered on its promises, connecting Spiro with potential investors and partners. This outcome significantly advanced Spiro’s strategic objectives and goals.
“The event was well organized, with a personable organizing team who demonstrated genuine interest in Spiro and cared about our success. We felt like they knew us and our story. This approach provided Spiro with a strong sense of being supported and cared about throughout the event. Additionally, the event was not only professionally organized but also facilitated valuable interactions and conversations which was really valuable. They just kept connecting us to the right people which was brilliant.”
Lee Breheny
Head of Global Communications, Spiro
“As the exclusive WhatsApp partner of CEM, this event is one of our key events of the year. The caliber of attendees, and the management of the event itself has enabled us to reach a wider audience and share our extensive knowledge and expertise with industry leaders and professionals.”
Michelle Matthee
Head of Customer Success, Chat Inc
Chat Inc looks to grow brand visibility
Client:Chat Inc
Objective:
Our objective at CEM is to grow our brand visibility, establish ourselves as experts within the Chat Commerce & Marketing space, and obviously attract new clients.
Solution:
We provided Chat inc with the Official Whatsapp Partner at CEM Africa, this provided them with necessary brand visibility to derive new clients and business opportunities.
Results
CEM has enabled us to reach a wider audience and share our extensive knowledge and expertise with industry leaders and professionals. We have managed to gather qualified leads that have enabled us to secure a number of clients over the last few CEM events we have participated in.
“As the exclusive WhatsApp partner of CEM, this event is one of our key events of the year. The caliber of attendees, and the management of the event itself has enabled us to reach a wider audience and share our extensive knowledge and expertise with industry leaders and professionals.”
Michelle Matthee
Head of Customer Success, Chat Inc
"VUKA’s commitment to rich data portfolios will create valuable connection opportunities for our customers"
Amelia Kühn
Marketing Operations & Data Director
VUKA Group
African Industries we Help Influence
Gain Influence in the Media
Your Customers Trust
Achieve Industry-wide Reach over a Long Buy Cycle
Mining
Local knowledge is key in the African mining industry.
Leverage VUKA’s 20 years' on-the-ground experience to connect with key stakeholders.
High engagement levels across digital, magazine and in-person channels across Africa- Trusted by regional SME's, Corporates & Governments
- Largest exhibition in Africa's hottest mining destinations
Energy
Discover the place where innovators and industry titans meet. VUKA Group hosts some of the key platforms where members of the energy ecosystem connect.
- Reach a qualified African energy audience of >88,000 contacts
- Market leading industry news and resource media
- Mapping Africa’s Energy Transition
Smart Mobility
Key players in EV's, transport and infrastructure connect through VUKA media & events. We’re able to reach suppliers, buyers, innovators, investors & policy makers.
- Latest industry news and technical information
- The only Electric Vehicle Road Trip in Africa
- Stakeholder Partners to Influence Adoption
Retail
VUKA connects cutting edge technologists with the businesses searching for their solutions. Discover the latest in UX, ecommerce & digital marketing.
- Internationally recognised experts
- Showcase of new technology solutions
- Exciting blend of digital and in-person solutions to connect the sector
Green Economy
Relationships bring confidence to change. VUKA connects the full spectrum of stakeholders to build meaningful dialogue with the intention of moving forward the African Green Economy sectors.
- Connect with people and organisations that make a difference
- Spotlight on project opportunities from start-up to national infrastructure
- Part of E Fest, a series of co-located projects to the ABB Formula e, Cape Town race
The Global Trust Project
Trust is a cornerstone of building rich, empowered, respectful, and engaged relationships at every touchpoint: personal, professional, and societal. Delivering content, workshops, and tailored programs, our objective is to take the core principles of trust and help create an abundance of trust in all relationships.
- High-trust organisations outperform competitors by > 300%.
- Engage our trust coaches to work with individuals, companies, and organisations.
- Access articles, research, and workshop content for online learning.
Go Green Africa
We are committed patrons of this South African non-profit company launched during the inaugural Cape Town e-prix in 2023 to drive a green legacy beyond race day. Bringing organisations and climate influencers together to advocate for a greener economy that drives inclusive and sustainable development in Africa and results in positive impact towards climate action.
We work with partners to deliver our own, and co-created, projects and programmes that make a difference towards Africa's transition towards a green economy, on land and sea.Guided by the United Nations SDG's the purpose of Go Green Africa deeply resonates with the business philosophy at VUKA Group in working with experts, funders and change-makers to positively influence sustainable progress in Africa.
WomenIN (WiN)
Our women empowerment portfolio dedicated to inspiring, supporting, and uplifting women from all walks of life. Our mission is to empower women to reach their full potential, foster leadership, and create a global community where women can trust, influence, connect, learn, and grow together.
As a start-up, the WomenIN movement is seamlessly integrating across all sectors of the VUKA Groups portfolio with industry vertical engagements, networking, cross-sector integration, social learning and mentorship.The in-sector projects culminate in the end-of-year WomenIN Festival that celebrates achievements, recognises leaders, listens to shared personal stories of being and hosts people and organisations from across South Africa.
VUKA Group Events
Latest Industry Events in Africa
Africa’s Green Economy Summit
Cape Town 19 - 21 February 2025
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Enlit Africa
CTICC, Cape Town, South Africa 20 - 22 May 2025
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