SA Food Review

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21 Jul 2025

SAAFoST 2025: Pioneering brighter food future via science innovation

SAAFoST’s 26th Biennial Congress unites global food science leaders in Pretoria this August to combat misinformation and drive innovation. The South African Association for Food Science and Technology (SAAFoST) proudly announces its 26th Biennial Congress and Exhibition, to be held at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria. Under the transformative theme, “Unlocking Potential: Integrating...
18 Jul 2025

Smart industrial solutions at KITE 2025

RS South Africa will showcase smart technologies enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainability at KITE 2025, 22-24 July, Durban Exhibition Centre. As the industrial sector gears up for the KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE) 2025, taking place from 22 to 24 July at the Durban Exhibition Centre, RS South Africa will showcase smart technologies designed to...
17 Jul 2025

SOMIC wins Red Dot Award “Product Design 2025” 

SOMIC Verpackungsmaschinen GmbH’s SOMIC 434 end-of-line packaging machine celebrates winning the 2025 Red Dot Award for exceptional product design. SOMIC Verpackungsmaschinen GmbH & Co. KG is delighted to receive a special award: the state-of-the-art SOMIC 434 end-of-line packaging machine has been honored with the prestigious Red Dot Award ‘Product Design 2025.’ This makes the SOMIC 434...
16 Jul 2025

drinktec 2025: Transforming beverage packaging

Gentlebrand, a Sidel company, will be showcasing its latest packaging designs from lightweight, wine-friendly PET bottles to premium packaging for glass and cans at drinktec 2025 (Hall C5, Booth 627).  drinktec 2025, is the leading international event for innovation in the beverage industry, taking place from 15-19 September at Messe München, Germany. Future-forward packaging   At...
30 Jun 2025

Hostex 2026: Celebrating 40 years of hospitality

Hostex returns from 8–10 March 2026 at Sandton Convention Centre, marking its 40th anniversary with industry-firsts, groundbreaking features, and extensive exhibitor participation. Hostex, Africa’s ultimate trade show for food, drink, and hospitality, returns to the Sandton Convention Centre from 8 to 10 March 2026 – bigger, bolder, and packed with industry-firsts to mark its 40th...
30 Jun 2025

FRIGAIR 2025: Shaping HVAC&R’s future

FRIGAIR 2025 highlighted innovation, sustainability, and skills development in the HVAC&R sector, drawing over 4,500 attendees and sparking vital discussions. FRIGAIR 2025, South Africa’s premier exhibition for the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) industry left an indelible mark of high energy, palpable excitement and overwhelmingly positive feedback. Held from June 4-6 at the...
27 Jun 2025

CCL showcases sustainable packaging solutions

CCL Label debuts innovative, sustainable packaging technologies at Drinktec 2025, emphasising circular economy practices and eco-friendly advancements for global brands. CCL Label, a world leader in specialty label, security, and packaging solutions, will present the label and packaging solutions at Drinktec 2025 that support a circular economy and reuse schemes. The focus is on developments...
22 Jun 2025

Castle Lager Boktown returns with the best seat outside the stadium

BokTowns are back – powered by Castle Lager – turning fan parks across the country into the best seat outside the stadium. Image supplied: Castle Lager Bok Town launch The 2025 tour opened on Saturday, 28 June at Wanderers Oval, Johannesburg, where supporters gathered to watch the Springboks’ first-ever clash with the Barbarians on South...
22 Jun 2025

How will our food system be impacted by artificial intelligence?

This year, the 2025 Food Indaba opens that conversation to the public with a powerful theme – “AI and the Food System.” Food Indaba 2025. AI and the food system  How will our food system be impacted by artificial intelligence? AI is currently generating widespread discussion, from debates about its potential to end humanity to excitement over innovations like ChatGPT, with its rapid progress likened to...
18 Jun 2025

GNT showcases plant-based colours at IFT FIRST

At IFT FIRST 2025, GNT invites attendees to Booth #S1825 to explore its EXBERRY® plant-based colours, offering natural, vibrant alternatives to synthetic dyes. The growing demand for clean-label products and increasing regulatory scrutiny around synthetic dyes such as Red 3 have shifted focus to natural alternatives. GNT, a global leader in plant-based colour innovation, is...