Africa: Meet Your Market
The World Bank’s African Development Indicators (ADI) 2006 report found that 16 African countries have sustained annual GDP growth rates in excess of 4.5 percent since the mid-1990s; inflation on the continent is down to historic lows; most exchange rate distortions have been eliminated; and fiscal deficits are dropping. The continent weathered higher oil prices better than previous shocks and its real GDP grew by4.3 percent, compared to 5.4 percent in 2004.
African countries are developing more diverse economies, while the standard of living of Africans is improving.
Many African countries, including Senegal, Mozambique, Burkina Faso,Cameroon, Uganda, Ghana and Cape Verde, have lifted significant percentages of their citizens above the poverty line, and may be on course to meeting the income poverty Millennium Development Goal (MDG)target of halving poverty by 2010.
“Gross primary enrollment rates as a share of the relevant age group - a standard indicator of investment in the poor - shot up to 93 percent in 2004 from 72 percent in 1990, contributing to a rise in literacy rates from 50 percent in1997 to 65 percent in 2002,” explained John Page, the World Bank’s Chief Economist for the Africa Region.
Productivity in Africa’s best performers (and best firms) equals Asian competitors. Many countries have increased exports by more than 8 percent a year since the late 1990s (indicator table 2.17), despite falling prices in some of their primary commodities. These export successes—in cut flowers,vegetables, and clothing—show an Africa capable of both diversifying and building a constructive relationship with global markets, according to the World Bank report.
Road infrastructure
The share of the rural population within two kilometers of an all-season road ranges from 5 percent in Chad and Uganda to more than 50 percent in Madagascar, Mali, Niger, and Zambia.
*Source: World Bank’s African Development Indicators (ADI) 2006.
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Coega IDZ
Ngqura Port & Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ)
28,000 acre IDZ and deep water port.
Newest trans-shipment port in Southern Hemisphere.
R7-billion investment (app $1-billion).
First investors secured: Sander International Textiles (Belgium), Strait Chemicals (SE Asia), Ferrostal (Germany), Alcon Aluminium (Canada).
East London IDZ
430ha customised export-oriented industrial zone.
Specialised hub for automotive imports and exports.
Potential national Vehicle Processing Centre (VPC).
R200-million infrastructure investment.
First four investors announced: R300-million.
Infrastructure and Activity
Demographics
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Eastern Cape Province |
% of SA |
Population – 2005 |
7.04 million |
15% |
Area |
169,580 sq km |
14% |
GGP – 2004 |
R113 billion |
8% |
Budget – 2005 |
R35 billion |
17% |
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Eastern Cape Province |
SA |
GGP growth – 2004 |
4.6% |
4.5% |
GGP growth – 5 year ave |
2.8% |
3.5% |
Unemployment – 2005 |
27% |
26.5% | Sources: Statistics South Africa
Industry
- The “Detroit” of South Africa
- Home to Daimler Chrysler, VW, GM and Ford engines
- 50% of SA’s passenger vehicle manufacturing (60% of exports)
- 119,000 vehicles produced in 2005 (Sept - YTD)
- 41% of automotive components are sourced locally
- 150 component suppliers, including Goodyear, Bridgestone/Firestone & Continental Tyre
- Significant growth in catalytic converters – 8% of world market
- Backward linkages into plastics, sheet metal and leather industries
- Providing 25,000 jobs and 10% of provincial GDP
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Growth & Developement
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Tourism
The Eastern Cape boasts a remarkable natural diversity, ranging from the lush, evergreen Tsitsikamma Forest to the rugged Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area, the southern slopes of the Drakensberg and the arid Great Karoo. It is known as the land of rolling hills, endless sweeps of rocky coves and sandy beaches, towering mountain ranges and verdant forests.
The main feature of the Eastern Cape is its astonishing coastline, which is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts; surfers ride the perfect waves, anglers reel in king-size catches, and board sailors revel in the challenge of the wind. Fine leisure resorts and splendid facilities ensure that there is something for every one!
Whether you’re in the mood for an informal seaside escape, an encounter with the Big Five on safari, or a choice of scintillating city diversions and rich natural tourist attractions,you’re sure to find what you’re looking for in the Eastern Cape. - Astonishing diversity of terrain and natural resources.
- All 7 eco-systems in SA exist in the Eastern Cape.
- Mild temperatures on the coast: 16 – 24 degree averages
- Average of 300 sunshine days a year
- 800km’s of pristine coastline
- World renowned game parks: Addo Elephant Park, Shamwari Game Reserve.
- First “Big Seven” reserve to be opened soon – Greater Addo Reserve
- Internationally utilized water-sport, golfing and recreation facilities.
- Over 200,000 foreign and 4-million local visitors per annum.
Host City: Port Elizabeth
Port
Elizabeth, Host City, is part of Nelson Mandela Bay, named after Nelson
Mandela has the largest single concentration of Motor Manufacturers and
Component Suppliers in South Africa combined with VW, GM, Mercedes Benz
South Africa (East London) and Ford Engine Plant, a unique transport
infrastructure consisting of two harbours (including South Africa’s
only deep waterport), an airport, plus excellent road and rail
connections.
The fifth largest mega city in South Africa, Nelson
Mandela Bay Metro has a population of 1,5 million and with an
anticipated growth of 3 % per annum, the Metro clearly has much to
offer investors. The region, where SAAW will be hosted, is home to
numerous large importers and exporters and is regarded as one of the
largest manufacturing hubs of the worldwide catalytic converter
industry - the Port Elizabeth region supplies 10% of the worlds
catalytic converters, the whole of Southern Africa supplies up to 14%
of global demand.
Industry - Components
Already internationally renowned as a motor vehicles manufacturer, the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro also serves as a supply industry to the local,national and international markets that covers a wide spectrum of automotive components. Examples of these products are engines,transmissions and axles.
Other products include metal tubes, tyres, forgings, castings and machined metal parts, catalytic converters, exhaust systems, as well as a variety of batteries, and towbars. A staggering 68 percent of all automotive components bought in South Africa (based on value) are sourced from this Metro.
The remarkable list of products supplied by the Metro to local and world markets include the following:
- Fibreglass canopies; trailer bodies
- Automotive safety glass; headlamps
- Alloy wheels; tyres and tyre cord; carbon black for tyre industry
- Batteries
- Cables; towbars
- Catalytic converters and related exhaust components
- Clutches; engines; gearboxes; exhaust systems; shock absorbers
- Flexsteelcord conveyor belting; metal pressings; metal and plastic components;robotic assembly line systems; stainless steel stampings
- Seating
Prospects remain good with the structure of the automotive industry becoming far more compact and focused, as well as more integrated into the global market and with the globally competitive range able to support a major export focus.
Top Of Form
Host city Port Elizabeth, part of The Nelson Mandela Bay Metro has the largest single concentration of Motor Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in South Africa combined with a unique transport infrastructure consisting of two harbors (including South Africa’s only deep water port), an airport, plus excellent road and rail connections.
The fifth largest mega city in South Africa, Nelson Mandela Bay Metro has a population of 1,5 million and with an anticipated growth of 3 % per annum, the Metro clearly has much to offer investors. The region, where SAAW will be hosted, is home to numerous large importers and exporters and is regarded as one of the largest manufacturing hubs of the world wide catalytic converter industry - the Port Elizabeth region supplies 10% of the worlds catalytic converters, the whole of Southern Africa supplies up to 14% of global demand.
Tourism
Port Elizabeth and the surrounding area has much to offer tourists. It’s central location also allows for easy access to top tourist destinations such as the Garden Route, Cape Town, the Drakensburg, Kruger National Park and Sun City. |
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11 October 2009
Vision 2020 is it a fantasy or a reality?
The first morning of the SAAW conference saw four top auto industry players coming together to discuss Vision 2020 – is it a fantasy or a reality?
11 October 2009
Boost for suppliers
Supplier development in the automotive industry has been given a R23,5-million boost through a partnership between the Department of Trade and Industry (dti) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation) UNIDO.
11 October 2009
Eastern Cape expertise on show
Eastern Cape expertise will be on show at the South African Automotive Week (SAAW), which takes place in Nelson Mandela Bay from Wednesday, October 6 to Saturday, October 10 in the Moffett-on-Main Retail Park, Port Elizabeth.
11 October 2009
MEC promises government investment into crucial economic sectors
The second annual South African Automotive Week (SAAW) conference kicked off today, 07 October 2009 with assurances from the Eastern Province government that it would be making some strategic investments into the public and private sector in order to protect Eastern Cape industry and jobs during tough economic times.
09 October 2009
Motor Industry needs help
South Africa’s motor industry needs help to survive – and solutions need to be found within the next two years, says National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) president David Powels.
26 August 2009
Exclusive 2009 Endorsement of NAACAM
The South African Automotive Week - the only National Association of Automotive Component & Allied Manufacturers endorsed event for 2009
31 July 2009
Economic Boost via SAAW
Automotive manufacturing hubs throughout South Africa stand to benefit from potential new investors who will be attending...
22 July 2009
Focus on Partnerships
“The match-making is perhaps the most important service for international visitors – particularly those who have not been active in the South African and African auto industry before”.
15 July 2009
New Venue SAAW
One of the province’s largest trade promotion initiatives - South African Automotive Week – has confirmed the Moffet on Main Lifestyle Centre in Walmer...
31 May 2009
Auto industry Looking Beyond Present Crisis
Confidence in the future of the local automotive industry is proven by the unprecedented interest in the four-day trade show that forms part of the 2009 South African Automotive Week (SAAW)
30 April 2009
Volkswagen South Africa
“South African Automotive Week will make a contribution to issues affecting our continuous improvement as an industry, among others:
29 April 2009
GM South Africa
“The South African Automotive Week (SAAW) has a key role to play in raising South African Automotive suppliers’ level of competitiveness and facilitating opportunities for joint ventures and license
28 April 2009
Toyota
“The strength of the supply chain is critical to the success of the automotive industry in general and of Toyota South Africa in particular. The South African Automotive Week has been designed specifically
27 April 2009
Mercedes-Benz
“The long term viability of local OEMs is largely dependant on local suppliers that can supply the desired technology, quality and cost. It is imperative that South African suppliers acquire and invest