Get exclusive access to #AATF2025

8 Apr 2025 - By Justin Render

The EngineerIT team is excited to bring our readers an exclusive 15% discount on tickets to three significant calendar events at the Africa Automation Technology Fair (AATF2025) at Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, from 6-8 May 2025:

AATF Connect Conference
AVISA Conference
Future Manufacturing Africa Conference

These industry-focused events are a gateway to groundbreaking insights, networking with industry leaders, and revelations about automation and manufacturing in Africa.

How to claim your discount:

Use promo code MEDIAAATF25 at checkout when registering.

This offer is made possible through our media partnership and is an excellent opportunity to connect with the innovation shaping our continent.

We look forward to seeing you at AATF2025! Read more about AATF here.

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