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.
Elsewhere in the issue, we look at Energy measurement and Supply; Tools of the Trade; and Lighting.
How cable management enhances workplace safety and efficiency
In today’s technology-driven workspaces, ranging from bustling offices to high-performance industrial plants, cable management is no longer optional; it’s essential. Poorly managed cables can create safety hazards, reduce operational efficiency, and lead to costly downtime. Effective cable management, on the other hand, ensures a safer, cleaner, and more productive environment.
The one device standing between you and a lawsuit, or a life lost
CBi-electric: low voltage looks at why earth leakage protection is the most critical call you'll make on site. “Get it wrong, and you’re risking far more than a technical fault,” says Dr Andrew Dickson, engineering executive at CBi-electric: low voltage. “You’re putting human lives and your career on the line.”
Lighting the way in cannabis cultivation: South African innovation behind the grow lights
Rascal, a North-West-based agricultural pioneer, has deep roots in South Africa’s controlled-environment farming landscape. Founded in 1993, the company was the first private enterprise in the country to produce certified disease-free minitubers. Today, Rascal is the largest producer of generation-zero minitubers on the continent, with an annual output exceeding seven million units. Now, the company is bringing that same rigour to the cannabis space.
Switch on style: Veti 3 and the power of design
In the world of modern interiors, details matter – and in no place is that truer than on the wall. Where once switches and sockets were purely functional afterthoughts, today they are part of the style conversation. With Veti 3, Major Tech has elevated the humble switch to a design feature in its own right.
Energy in 2025: measuring smarter, supplying stronger
As South Africa and the world continue the transition into a smarter, more sustainable energy era, the importance of accurate energy measurement and consistent supply has never been clearer, according to Voltex.
The impact of radial water blocking on medium-voltage XLPE cable systems
Understanding the challenges related to the continued use of paper cables and the need to improve the life of XLPE cables, especially when used in high-water-level areas, Aberdare Cables has extended its range of products to include radially water-blocked medium-voltage cables using aluminium laminate technology. The product is available for sale in Africa and globally as well.
Smarter energy management with Aurora Lighting Africa: maximising LED luminaire efficiency using microwave sensors
As energy prices soar and sustainability becomes a top priority, businesses across Africa are looking for smart ways to cut operating costs. Aurora Lighting Africa is answering that call with high-performance LED luminaires, including LED linears, highbays, and battens, that are even more efficient when integrated with microwave sensors for occupancy and dimming control.
Intelligent streetlighting for Zimbali Lakes Resort
BEKA Schréder has supplied an intelligent, energy-efficient streetlighting solution to Zimbali Lakes Resort in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Sustainable, secure, and smart: why motion occupancy sensors make sense
In an age where energy efficiency and intelligent automation are no longer luxuries but necessities, motion occupancy sensors are proving to be a cost-effective upgrade for both residential and commercial projects. Radiant Lighting’s sensor solutions offer smart, streamlined performance for everyday applications, delivering long-term value with minimal complexity.
From architecture to illuminating engineering: meet Thibault Faÿ
Thibault Faÿ blends architectural expertise with specialist lighting design to create harmonious spaces that transform how we experience buildings.
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