MII Africa is a nonprofit committed to building a strong, collaborative AI and machine intelligence community across the continent. It connects researchers, technologists, entrepreneurs, and industry stakeholders to grow skills, drive innovation, and support inclusive socio-economic development through research, training, and shared resources.

The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) is the country’s SAQA recognised professional body for ICT practitioners. With a long standing legacy, it champions ethical practice, professional standards, skills development, and lifelong learning while advancing the credibility and impact of South Africa’s information technology sector.

As an organisation, the SAIMC prides itself in being challenged and in turn challenges every person in the field of automation, instrumentation, mechatronics and control to be part of our vision to contribute to the success of our members. This is continuing to bring us success in our three strategic projects:
• Education and training
• Thought leadership
• Growth

Principal Media Partner

We’re proud to welcome Technews Publishing (SA Instrumentation & Control) as Premium Media Partner for Africa Automation Indaba 2026 and Africa Automation Technology Fair 2027. With 40+ years of trusted industry reporting, Technews connects Africa’s automation ecosystem through expert editorial, insight, and thought leadership driving industrial innovation.

Engineering News, published by Creamer Media, is a highly respected source of insight within Africa’s engineering and industrial sectors. Known for credible reporting and technical depth, it plays a vital role in informing industry leaders, policymakers, and decision makers on automation, infrastructure, energy, and industrial development.

EngineerIT is a leading business to business publication serving Africa’s engineering, automation, and technology sectors. Renowned for practical insight and industry relevance, it delivers trusted news, analysis, and expert commentary that supports engineers, system integrators, and decision makers shaping modern industrial and digital infrastructure.

Supply Network Africa is a bi-monthly supply chain management publication offering independent analysis, industry news, and expert insight tailored to African logistics, procurement, and supply network professionals. It connects decision makers, highlights emerging trends, and supports business growth with in-depth reporting on strategy, technology, and operational developments.