SAAFoST News and Events

Two days for FMCG leaders and future leaders to learn, connect, reflect — and walk away with practical tools for leading better in a changing industry.

Date: 27 to 28 August 2026
Venue: NRF Auditorium, Pretoria, South Africa
Cost: Only R2900 for SAAFoST members and R3500 for non-members, excluding VAT.

The summit will explore three interconnected themes:
Leading yourself · Leading your team · Building the next generation
Stay tuned for registration details and speaker highlights!
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Register Now! KZN Branch Food Safety Workshop

Food safety takes centre stage in Durban this July!

Date: Thursday, 30 July 2026
Time: 08:00 to 16:30
Venue: Durban, Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
Cost: SAAFoST Members: R600, Non-Members: R750 and Students: R450

Click here to register!

SAAFoST News and Events

SAAFoST and NMU Environmental Health: Food Safety Symposium

The SAAFoST and NMU Food Safety Symposium is a full-day in-person gathering dedicated to advancing food safety knowledge and practices.

Date: 30 July 2026
Time: 08:30 to 15:00
Venue: NMU North Campus, Gqeberha, South Africa
Cost: Members: R150.00 and Non-Members: R250.00, excluding VAT
Click here to register. Registration closes 24 July at 12:00. Spaces are limited!

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