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.

This is the 12th call for expression of interest in the AIDC-EC Aftermarket Programme for qualifying SMMEs will participate in a needs analysis to ascertain eligibility to access opportunities in training & capacity building, access financial support as well as access to markets.

Powering the Eastern Cape’s Automotive Heartbeat: AIDC-EC and RMI Partner to Fortify the Eastern Cape Automotive Aftermarket Ecosystem in the Eastern Cape and assist standards compliance for SMMEs.

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.

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 |...

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,...

At the heart of South Africa’s automotive sector, quality does not begin with machines, it starts with understanding. Sometimes...

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.

The Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) put to the test the recently installed electric vehicle infrastructure...

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

the AIDC-EC has launched a multi-phased initiative to support the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and promotion in the region

In a move set to propel the Eastern Cape's economic development, the Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) has...

This article encapsulates Ayanda Tsembeyi's journey of defying odds and embodying resilience in a community that needs a symbol of hope.

This excerpt demonstrates the AIDC-EC joining the global community in commemorating World AIDS Day.

6th Call for Expression of Interest to Automotive Aftermarket SMMEs in the Eastern Cape to apply for a GAP Assessment