01 April 2026 marked a significant engagement between AIDC Eastern Cape, Productivity South Africa (PSA), and the International Labour Organisation (ILO), as we aligned priorities for the new financial year and reaffirmed our shared commitment to enterprise development and productivity improvement.

"The Year That Was" captures the highlights of the AIDC-EC’s journey from April 2025 to March 2026. It brings to life the strategic goals outlined in recent industry features, moving beyond policy to show the real-world results.

Following a foundational briefing to Parliament in January 2026, the Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) on 20 March 2026 hosted the Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry, and Competition for a critical oversight visit.

Following the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) by President Cyril Ramaphosa, The CEO of the AIDC-EC, Mr Thabo Shenxane, acknowledges key strategic priorities for investments and welcomes the following key interventions mentioned in the address.

Today, 10 February, the AIDC-EC proudly joins the global community in honouring Global Women in EV Day. This is more than a date on the calendar — it is a movement to elevate the women driving the transition to electric mobility.

The Board of the Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) notes the recent public statement regarding governance and internal culture at the entity.

The AIDC-EC Board is pleased to announce the reappointment of Mr Thabo Shenxane as the CEO for the AIDC-EC. His contract has been formally extended for a fixed term of five (5) years, effective from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2030.

The Africa Kaizen Annual Conference and Awards (AKAC) 2025 were held on 27 and 28 October at Birchwood, Benoni, in South Africa under the theme of 'advancing productivity, competitiveness, and continuous improvement' across Africa.

On Sunday, 28 September 2025, the Eastern Cape welcomed three convoys of the NEV Road Trip 2025: Escaping the Noise 2.0 led by naamsa |...

The Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) extends its gratitude to every participant, partner, and collaborator...

In a compelling display of provincial alignment and enterprise development leadership, the Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern...

In a world of shifting technologies and new energy systems, the Eastern Cape is not waiting for the future; it is shaping the future. This is more than a hackathon: it is a provincial pipeline for innovation, skills growth, and economic impact. Here is why it matters - and 7 reasons you should get involved.

In the heart of the Chris Hani District, where local grit fuels tomorrow’s aftermarket industry, the Eastern Cape Provincial Government,...

The Eastern Cape Province will be hosting the 2 biggest events of the Automotive Sector in 2025, the Naacam Show 2025 (11-14 August) and...

The Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) is set to host the inaugural AIDC-EC Automotive and eMobility Hackathon, a catalytic platform uniting Eastern Cape business, undergraduates and SMME private sector participants.

Two years ago, in his State of the Province address, Premier Mabuyane announced that the Eastern Cape Government will establish a network...

In a decisive move to fortify industrial development in the Eastern Cape, the Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape...

This article encapsulates The Inaugural Future Skills Summit hosted by AIDC-EC in East London.

On the 23 of February 2025, CHERY-OMODA-JAECOO South Africa launched the OMODA C9 and JAECOO 7 Plug-In Hybrids in Cape Town. This...

As the Eastern Cape province continues to drive economic growth and development, the Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape...