On 16 May this year, TCI Africa welcomed the South African lighting industry with its official launch event at the symbolic Cradle of Humankind. This choice of location emphasised the company's commitment to connecting local heritage with innovative lighting solutions tailored for our unique market.
Operating in South Africa for over a year, TCI Africa has strategically focused on building reliable local stock and distribution channels to better serve the needs of local lighting manufacturers and suppliers. The launch event was an important opportunity for industry leaders, lighting professionals, and OEM partners to meet the TCI Africa team, as well as representatives from the Italian parent company, TCI Group.
The event offered practical presentations that outlined TCI Africa’s clear approach: to be a dedicated component supplier servicing OEM manufacturers rather than competing with lighting fixtures. This straightforward strategy ensures local companies can rely on quality European components while focusing on their own manufacturing strengths.
Gianfranco Librandi, CEO of TCI Group, reinforced the importance of sustainable, dependable partnerships between Europe and South Africa, highlighting the Group’s proven track record of delivering robust LED drivers, LED modules, and smart lighting systems globally. His message resonated well with local industry representatives, emphasising the importance of long-term collaboration over short-term gains.
TCI Africa is headquartered in Cape Town, with a warehouse for local stock, and services the industry through its established local distribution network.
The event encouraged open dialogue between TCI Africa’s team and local industry professionals, laying the foundation for ongoing cooperation. Informal networking sessions, accompanied by a thoughtfully curated dinner combining Italian and South African culinary traditions, provided further opportunities for productive engagement.
TCI Africa’s launch was not about lofty promises; it was about demonstrating commitment to local industry service through tangible actions, reliable service, and quality product offerings. This clear message of service resonated strongly, indicating a promising future for partnerships across South Africa’s lighting sector.
From the TCI team: “We thank everyone who participated for making it such a wonderful event.”
