Overview

• Trade Minister Parks Tau said firms with SKD operations in South Africa have committed to move to full CKD manufacturing following engagements in China and India.
• The government is discussing support measures with multinational carmakers, including Toyota and Ford, as well as their suppliers to safeguard the sector’s future.
• BAIC currently assembles the Beijing X55 on an SKD line in Gqeberha, with the plant configured for a future conversion to CKD.
• Mahindra assembles SKD pickups in Durban and is running a feasibility study with the Industrial Development Corporation on a full-scale manufacturing plant.
• The share of CKD-assembled vehicles sold locally fell from 56% to 33% over 19 years, and industry leaders warn of de‑industrialisation and the risk of ceding Africa’s production lead to Morocco.