The South African Facilities Management Association ( SAFMA ) is a self-sustaining body recognised for its meaningful role as an enabler of sustainable enterprise performance in the South African Facilities Management community
The primary objectives of SAFMA are to facilitate , promote , and support skills development for facilities managers and to ensure an exchange of information and best practice . The association , as a recognised voice and thought leader , aims to boost and encourage networking between Facilities Management Professionals in South Africa .
SAFMA ’ s sector The Facilities Management Sector supports the functionality , safety , and sustainability of buildings , grounds , infrastructure , and real estate . Its mandate is to ensure that the management of buildings , from health and safety to planning and insurance , is adhered to at the highest level . SAFMA enjoys a large membership base in corporate South Africa , ranging from the insurance sector , property owners , developers , and managers to suppliers servicing the buildings .
With Africa being one of the fastest developing continents , and a lot of investment being directed to infrastructure development , having an association that speaks to the planning , infrastructure building , health , and safety is key .
The SAFMA Conference The annual SAFMA Conference hosts a slew of proficient speakers , as well as an exhibition where companies showcase their innovations in the facilities management field .
Date : 15 – 16 November 2021 Venue : The Indaba Hotel , Conference Centre & Spa , Sandton , Johannesburg
Challenges in a Covid-19 Environment In November 2021 , SAFMA held its national conference under Covid-19 regulations where the number of in-person delegates was restricted . Its hybrid format introduced a physical and virtual delegate blend where managing the numbers and budget was extremely challenging . Additionally , everchanging regulations meant attendee
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