We had an incredible two days of connection, insight and shared progress at SAFMA Conference 2026
A journey to excellence
The SAFMA Conference brought together professionals, leaders,
and innovators from across the facilities management industry for two days of inspiration, learning, and celebration. It’s an energised experience designed to spark fresh thinking, meaningful connections, and professional growth.
Professional, purposeful, and full of possibility.
A lively mix of keynote sessions, exhibitions, and networking opportunities – all with one shared goal: to elevate excellence across the FM profession. It’s where ideas come to life, collaboration thrives, and the industry’s finest were celebrated at the SAFMA Annual Awards Ceremony.
A message from our president
The SAFMA Conference is where our industry’s brightest minds come together to shape the future of facilities management. The 2026 edition built on this legacy: inspiring new thinking, stronger collaboration and a renewed commitment to excellence and sustainability across Africa’s built environment.
Batabile Sibaca
President | SAFMA
Exploring the future
of Facilities Management
The conference delved into the themes shaping the next era of facilities management: from the technologies redefining how we operate, to the human and environmental priorities driving change. Across four key pillars, we unpacked the trends transforming the built environment, explored South Africa’s unique challenges and opportunities, and highlighted the innovations leading the profession towards a more sustainable, connected and people-focused future
Smart, data-driven and connected facilities in the 4th Industrial Revolution
Sustainability,
resilience and
climate readiness
People, purpose
and performance
Business innovation
and the future of FM
Awards Ceremony
25 March 2026
18h00 for 18h30 |Kleinkaap Boutique Hotel, Centurion
Honouring Excellence in
Facilities Management
The SAFMA Awards celebrated the outstanding individuals, teams, and
organisations who are raising the bar in the Facilities Management
profession in South Africa. The annual awards shine a spotlight on
innovation, leadership, and impact, recognising those who are shaping
the future of the built environment and inspiring progress across
the industry.
About SAFMA
The South African Facilities Management Association (SAFMA) is a trusted and independent professional body, both nationally and internationally recognised, for its influence in South Africa’s facilities management sector.
We view facilities management as a key enabler of sustainable organisational performance, covering the full lifecycle management of efficient, productive workplaces and supporting services that empower business success.
Since our inception, SAFMA has grown its reach to represent a wide spectrum of facilities-management practitioners and organisations. Through our community we provide a platform for professional growth, collaboration and industry excellence.
What we do
- Professional development: SAFMA awards recognised designations to facilities-management professionals. These designations reflect ethical practice, technical competence and a commitment to ongoing learning.
- Knowledge sharing: We deliver training programmes, publish research and share insights into the latest trends, best practice and innovations in facilities management.
- Networking & community: Our events and forums bring together FM professionals, service-providers and thought-leaders to share experiences, build relationships and elevate the profession.
- Advocacy & standards: SAFMA participates in shaping the ethics, standards and policies that underpin a sustainable and credible facilities-management sector
Experience the power of the SAFMA network
When you attend a SAFMA Conference, you’re part of more than just a conference; you’re joining the very heart of South Africa’s FM professional community.
I’s an opportunity to:
- Engage with peers and industry leaders who are driving the future of facilities management
- Gain insights into cutting-edge practices and emerging challenges across workplace environments
- Take part in a community committed to raising the bar of performance, sustainability and impact in FM
We invite you to connect, learn, share and be part of the journey to advance facilities management in South Africa, and across the region.