20th ANNUAL IESSA CONFERENCE
Wednesday 22nd & Thursday 23rd July 2026
Accolades Boutique Hotel, Midrand, Johannesburg
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”
ABOUT US
The lighting industry of South Africa is represented by the Illumination Engineering Society of South Africa (IESSA). IESSA represents South Africa internationally and thereby acts as the National Committee of the CIE (Commission International De L'Eclairage). South African Experts on various topics in the lighting technology field serve on the CIE international committees responsible for the development of standards for the different aspects of illumination.
COURSES WE OFFER
IESSA has as a tenet in the advancement of lighting knowledge. To this end we offer a number of lighting courses from basics to intermediate as well as with those handling specific areas of lighting have been developed.
MEMBERSHIP
Membership of IESSA is open to both individual and organisations active in the lighting industry of South Africa.Â
Group membership is open to any educational, scientific, technical, professional, institution, public, commercial or municipal entity that is actively involved in the lighting industry.
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IESSA NEWS
NOTICE TO INDUSTRY – VC9109 PHASE 2 IMPLEMENTATION
Compliance and Lighting Quality Assurance in South Africa: Why It Matters More Than Ever
Circular Economy Design: The Future of Sustainable Lighting
Human-Centric Lighting: Designing for People, Delivering Business Value
Energy Resilience Takes Centre Stage in 2026
The Skills Shift in the Lighting Industry: Why Skills Development Is No Longer Optional
Smart Lighting Becomes Standard Practice: A Key Lighting Trend for 2026
Illuminating 2025: A Year in Review and Key Trends Shaping South Africa’s Lighting Industry in 2026
Lighting the Way to a Sustainable Future: Why Green Star New Build V2 Matters to the Lighting Industry
Lighting Design, a Critical Element for Green Buildings
Engaging with Lighting Design: Popular Tools & Safety Standards
Understanding Photometry: Shedding Light on the Science of Visibility
Lighting for Roads and Precincts in South Africa: A Technical Guide for Engineers
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