SAFI spent four days at Engage Trade Africa in Durban, meeting face-to-face with trade agencies, international buyers, and our member manufacturers.
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“Women bring a balance of innovation and empathy that’s changing South African furniture,” says Tracy Symons, SAFI Relationship Manager.
SAFI supports women through mentorship, visibility and resources, strengthening the design ecosystem and more.
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Eastern Cape manufacturers, the Western Cape Bargaining Council now covers your region.
SAFI membership is free once you register with BC registration.
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Registrations are open for SAFI's Work-Based Learning and Development Practitioner Skills Programme. Limited to 30 learners.
Registration closes: 9 January 2026
Training: 23 January – 27 February 2026
Fridays, 09–11 (Virtual)
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Supporting local means investing in our homes, our businesses, and our country’s furniture growth.
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Don’t leave funding on the table.
The FP&M SETA funding window is around the corner, and submitting accurate WSPs and ATRs is essential for accessing 2026 grants.
You can contact Lynn for support, email [email protected].
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Registering is a requirement that gives you SAFI membership at NO COST.
Once you register, you join a national network of compliant businesses and get access to export opportunities and more.
Start here: bit.ly/3KuBR4V
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A strong economy starts right here at home.
At SAFI, we’re proud to empower entrepreneurs with the tools, mentorship and opportunities they need to succeed - because when local businesses grow, South Africa grows too.
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As we reach the end of 2025 and look forward to what the new year brings, SAFI will be closing from 19 December to 19 January 2026.
Reach out to [email protected] or complete the contact form: bit.ly/4onlrsW
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Welcome to Chic Fusion, Unearthed, and Modern Gesture, now part of the SAFI network and had the opportunity to join international trade mission Index Saudi Arabia.
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SAFI membership gets you export opportunities, industry updates, and the practical support you need to grow.
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Want to start exporting from South Africa? Register as an exporter on SARS eFiling. Keep track of your application via your eFiling inbox. Need help? Call SARS 0800 00 7277.
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If you’re a local South African furniture manufacturer, getting B-BBEE registered even at Level 8 can give your business a serious boost.
Here is the CIPC link for you: cipc.co.za/
If you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time.
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Are you gearing up to export?
Becoming export-ready isn’t just about great design, it’s about knowing how to get your products where they need to go.
For more info about SAFI and how we can help you: bit.ly/3XkIuJL
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Don’t leave funding on the table.
This initiative gives both SMMEs and larger manufacturers the tools to access discretionary grants and invest in long-term, sustainable growth.
Follow our page for updates.
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Thinking about attending @woodexforafrica? This is your sign.
Mark your calendar for 9–11 June 2026 at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, where South Africa’s furniture experts come together to connect.
Click here: bit.ly/3JvcGih
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Proudly made in South Africa.
As our CEO, Greg Boulle reminds us, “Being a SAFI member means standing alongside people who share the same pride in creating world-class furniture right here at home...”
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We’re excited to welcome @NCUpholsters to the SAFI family. Since 1999, they’ve combined expert craftsmanship with a client-focused approach, delivering high-quality, durable upholstery.
Have a look at what they do: bit.ly/47rDrxb
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Engage Trade Africa 2025 Durban. Events like this remind us how much potential our industry holds.
@UkhuniSA, @ClassicRevivals and all the other members who attended.
Huge thank you to Catalyze who designed and develop Engage Trade Africa.
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Marketing isn't a luxury, its your gateway to growth.
As our Relationship Marketing Manager, Tracy Symons says, "Marketing is not a cost, it's an investment in visibility, trust and long-term value."
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