The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) has announced that it will host the 9th UNESCO Africa Engineering Week 2023 and the 7th Africa Engineering Conference from 25 to 28 September 2023 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, South Africa. Themed around celebrating and growing engineering excellence in Africa, the event will bring together leading speakers and industry members from across the public and private sectors.

What to expect at Africa Engineering Week 2023

ECSA CEO Dr Bridget Ssamula said the UNESCO Africa Engineering Week and Africa Engineering Conference aims to honour, inspire, and cultivate engineering excellence across Africa.

“More than just a conference, it serves as a platform to educate and enthuse the youth and the public about the fascinating world of engineering, emphasizing its role in addressing the pressing challenges faced in the region.”

She added that engineers are the architects of the future, and that the gathering would spotlight their contributions to a more sustainable world:

“The event will bring together aspiring and seasoned engineers, professionals from both the public and private sectors, and individuals with an inherent curiosity about engineering’s wonders. By fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth, the UNESCO AEW and Africa Engineering Conference will ignite the spark of curiosity and set the course for engineering excellence in Africa.”

Event highlights

  • Inspiring programmes: including the Women in Engineering Programme (B2B), the Student and Young Professionals Programme, the Technical Papers Programme, and the Women Stream Programme, offering insights, networking and mentorship.
  • Knowledge sharing: renowned experts and thought leaders presenting ground-breaking ideas and best practices.
  • Exhibition area: showcasing cutting-edge technologies, innovative projects and engineering solutions from leading organisations.
  • Networking opportunities: extensive sessions to connect with industry peers, potential employers and collaborators.

Dr Ssamula invited all stakeholders to take part: “As we prepare to gather at the UNESCO AEW and Africa Engineering Conference, we invite all stakeholders, including governments, institutions, corporations, and individuals, to join hands in celebrating the achievements of engineering in Africa and laying the groundwork for a prosperous and sustainable future.” An early bird rate applied for participants who registered before 18 August 2023, with further information at www.africanengineeringweek.co.za.

Original Press Release

About ECSA

The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is a statutory body established under the Engineering Profession Act, 46 of 2000, mandated to regulate the engineering profession in South Africa. ECSA is responsible for the accreditation of engineering programmes, the registration of engineering practitioners, and upholding professional and ethical standards across the profession.

Issued by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

ECSA Media Contact

Sybil Dlamini, Manager: Marketing and Communication
Email: sybil@ecsa.co.za | Tel: 073 623 8275
Website: www.ecsa.co.za

This article is based on an official ECSA press release. Read the original statement.