Forklift Driver Competition
Mon, 07 Sept
|Johannesburg Expo Centre
Following this event, the Forklift Driver Competition returns at Electra Mining Africa 2026 — bringing even bigger challenges and showcasing Africa’s top operators.
TIME AND LOCATION
07 Sept 2026, 19:00 – 11 Sept 2026, 17:00
Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec rd, corner Rand Show Rd, Nasrec, Johannesburg, 2091, South Africa
ABOUT THE EVENT
The Forklift Driver Competition, hosted by Lifting Africa, is an industry-focused event designed to showcase the skill, precision and professionalism of forklift operators from across the continent. The competition brings together drivers, industry stakeholders and equipment specialists in a practical, real-world environment that highlights safe operating practices and technical ability.
Participants are challenged through a series of tasks that test control, accuracy, load handling and situational awareness. Each element of the competition reflects everyday operating conditions, reinforcing the importance of proper training and responsible machine operation within the lifting and materials handling sector.
Beyond the competition itself, the event serves as a platform for engagement, learning and industry recognition. It offers an opportunity to promote high safety standards, celebrate operator excellence and strengthen connections within Africa’s lifting industry.