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South African Auto Week 2026 

Bank of the Automotive Industry

One Absa for a connected automotive industry.

What does your business need next?

Explore the Absa capabilities that can support your business across the automotive industry.

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Access strategic funding and advisory solutions that support expansion, infrastructure investment and long-term growth. With deep sector expertise, Absa helps automotive businesses navigate complexity, unlock opportunities and build resilience in a changing market.

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Connect to opportunities across Africa and beyond with trade finance and working capital solutions. Absa helps businesses manage cross-border trade, improve cash flow and support growth across regional and global markets.

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Access finance solutions for vehicles, fleets and equipment that support business growth and operational efficiency. Whether expanding operations or investing in new assets, Absa helps businesses keep moving with confidence.

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Manage day to day operations with business banking solutions designed to support growth. From payments and cash flow management to working capital support, Absa helps businesses operate efficiently and adapt to changing market demands.

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Protect your business, people and assets with insurance solutions tailored to your needs. Absa helps businesses manage risk, minimise disruption and maintain continuity in a rapidly evolving environment.

Meet the Absa team at South African Auto Week 2026

As the Bank of the Automotive Industry, we are committed to supporting a connected automotive ecosystem. Meet our leaders and sector specialists to explore the insights, partnerships and integrated banking, finance, trade and insurance solutions helping businesses navigate change, build resilience and drive sustainable growth across the automotive value chain.

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Charl Potgieter

Managing Executive – Absa Vehicle and Asset Finance

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Henry Botha

Executive:  Strategy and Product, Absa Vehicle and Asset Finance

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Miyelani Maluleke

Senior Economist and head of South Africa Macroeconomics research: Absa

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Fulufhelo Mandane

Executive: Strategic Partnerships - Absa Vehicle and Asset Finance

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Tracey Moss

Managing Executive: Absa Vehicle Management Solutions

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Reggie Mlangeni

Head: CIB Client Coverage, South Africa

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Collin Molepe

Managing Executive:Short Term Insurance (PPB SA)

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Insights for changing automotive industry.

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