Annual Conference and Exhibition
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The PURCO SA Annual Conference and Exhibition provides a platform where procurement, finance and other higher education professionals come together to share ideas, practical experiences and challenges.
The 2026 conference will be hosted in Sandton from 13-16 October 2026
Visit the conference website at purcon.co.za .
Who attends
The conference is attended by delegates from almost every higher education institution in South Africa and Namibia. Typical attendees include decision makers, buyers and and senior executive personnel from Procurement, Finance, ICT and Facilities Management. Attendees include Vice Chancellors, Registrars, Principals, and other executive leaders.
The Conferences are attended by more than 600 participants and exhibiting companies. The last three conferences were sold out.
Exhibition
The parallel Exhibition provides an unparalleled opportunity for suppliers to connect with higher education buyers throughout South Africa and Namibia. The event is specifically designed to deliver value to Members and exhibitors, providing maximum collaboration with the procurement, finance, facilities and ICT decision-makers and influencers who attend.
More than 80 exhibiting suppliers participate in the Event.