On February 13, 2026, Aberdare Cables participated in the prestigious Chinese Enterprise Exhibition held at the State Theatre in Pretoria, South Africa’s vibrant capital city. This significant event was organized by the Chinese Embassy in South Africa and strategically coincided with the Lunar New Year celebrations, creating a festive atmosphere that encouraged goodwill and fostering the spirit of giving among the exhibiting companies. The exhibition attracted numerous prominent figures, including His Excellency Wu Peng, the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to South Africa, and Ms. Nomalungelo Gina, the Deputy Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation. Their attendance highlighted the exhibition’s importance as a bridge between the Chinese and South African governments, promoting collaboration and mutual understanding.
The event featured a diverse array of participants representing various sectors of the South African economy, including electronics manufacturers, automobile technology companies, and other sectors. This variety provided an enriching experience for attendees, allowing them to engage with a wide spectrum of businesses, discover innovative products, and learn about the latest industry trends and developments.
For Aberdare Cables, this exhibition represented a crucial opportunity to showcase the company’s extensive range of products and capabilities. With a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation, the company dedicated significant resources to ensure an impressive presence at the event. Aberdare Cables set up eye-catching branding visible from both entrances to attract visitors and meticulously planned exhibition to provide an inviting and informative space. The stand featured an array of cable samples that highlighted Aberdare Cables’ commitment to quality. To further entice visitors, Aberdare offered engaging promotional items that effectively communicated the company’s brand message.
During the exhibition, His Excellency Wu Peng and Ms. Nomalungelo Gina made the rounds, visiting various stands and engaging with exhibitors to understand the local business landscape better. When they arrived at Aberdare Cables, CEO Mr. Ken Wang warmly welcomed them and provided a comprehensive overview of the company’s initiatives, innovations, and contributions to the local market, emphasizing the focus on sustainability and technological advancement.
The three-hour exhibition proved to be highly successful, facilitating meaningful interactions and networking opportunities that Aberdare Cables plans to leverage for future growth. Aberdare Cables looks forward to participating in similar events in the future, eager to continue enhancing brand awareness, strengthening relationships with stakeholders, and contributing positively to the evolving landscape of the South African economy.
A Aberdare Cables foi fundada em 1946 e é um dos principais fabricantes de cabos da África do Sul. A Aberdare Cables tem 3 fábricas na África do Sul, com Centros de Atendimento ao Cliente em cada província e em Maputo.
A empresa emprega 1500 pessoas e possui atualmente um estatuto BBBEE de nível 1, com uma composição de 55% de propriedade de negros e 30% de propriedade de mulheres negras.
Em 2016, a Aberdare Cables foi adquirida por um fabricante de cabos chinês, Hengtong. O Hengtong O grupo opera em 120 países, possui 9 bases de fabrico no estrangeiro e detém 5 marcas, incluindo a Aberdare.
Centro de Operações do Grupo:
1 Corobrik Street, Meadowdale, Germiston, 1614