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10 October 2025
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Institution of Fire Engineers South Africa held 73rd AGM and online conference
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The Institution of Fire Engineers South Africa held its 73rd AGM together with an online conference on 18 and 19 September 2025. In this conference, practitioners and industry leaders from across the globe exchange knowledge, innovations and best practices in fire protection and safety.
IFE South Africa Awards Presentation
On the 18th September 2025 the IFE SA Branch held its Annual General Meeting and online conference. The AGM was conducted from 9:00 to 11:00. The SA Branch President, Mr Given Mgiba who was elected for a further two year term, opened the 73rd Annual General Meeting by welcoming all in attendance. After the AGM the IFE SA office used the ‘Zoom’ platform to welcome new members, acknowledge and recognise the membership upgrades, congratulate the continuous memberships awarded and celebrate the academic achievements of the Branch exam students.
The IFE SA recognises and appreciates the continued support of its members. 27 members were issued with continuous membership certificates. A special mention was made of Peter Davey GIFireE on reaching an incredible milestone of 60 years as a proud member of the Institution of Fire Engineers. His dedication, commitment and passion for the fire engineering profession are truly inspiring. This remarkable achievement reflects his lifelong contribution and unwavering support to the field. The Branch thanked him for his outstanding service and for being a shining example to all members.
A total of eight certificates and awards were given to exam candidates from the October 2024 and March 2025 exam sessions.
Key insights from local and global, Fire Safety Challenges Online Conference
The online conference took place on 18 and 19 September 2025. The focus of this event was on how global collaboration within the fire industry significantly enhances fire prevention efforts. By sharing knowledge, best practices, and resources, such collaboration leads to improved strategies and technologies for fire safety. It also allows for a more co-ordinated and effective response to largescale incidents, ultimately reducing fire-related damage and loss of life. During this conference, the aim was to emphasise how we can learn from both our local and international counterparts to enhance the interoperability and effectiveness of fire safety systems.
An indepth overview of the AGM and online conference will be published in the upcoming edition of Fire and Rescue International magazine.
Photo1: Peter Davey GIFireE receiving his continuous membership certificate for reaching an incredible milestone of 60 years as a proud member of the Institution of Fire Engineers.
Source: Institution of Fire Engineers Southern Africa
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IFE South Africa Awards Presentation
On the 18th September 2025 the IFE SA Branch held its Annual General Meeting and online conference. The AGM was conducted from 9:00 to 11:00. The SA Branch President, Mr Given Mgiba who was elected for a further two year term, opened the 73rd Annual General Meeting by welcoming all in attendance. After the AGM the IFE SA office used the ‘Zoom’ platform to welcome new members, acknowledge and recognise the membership upgrades, congratulate the continuous memberships awarded and celebrate the academic achievements of the Branch exam students.
The IFE SA recognises and appreciates the continued support of its members. 27 members were issued with continuous membership certificates. A special mention was made of Peter Davey GIFireE on reaching an incredible milestone of 60 years as a proud member of the Institution of Fire Engineers. His dedication, commitment and passion for the fire engineering profession are truly inspiring. This remarkable achievement reflects his lifelong contribution and unwavering support to the field. The Branch thanked him for his outstanding service and for being a shining example to all members.
A total of eight certificates and awards were given to exam candidates from the October 2024 and March 2025 exam sessions.
Key insights from local and global, Fire Safety Challenges Online Conference
The online conference took place on 18 and 19 September 2025. The focus of this event was on how global collaboration within the fire industry significantly enhances fire prevention efforts. By sharing knowledge, best practices, and resources, such collaboration leads to improved strategies and technologies for fire safety. It also allows for a more co-ordinated and effective response to largescale incidents, ultimately reducing fire-related damage and loss of life. During this conference, the aim was to emphasise how we can learn from both our local and international counterparts to enhance the interoperability and effectiveness of fire safety systems.
An indepth overview of the AGM and online conference will be published in the upcoming edition of Fire and Rescue International magazine.
Photo1: Peter Davey GIFireE receiving his continuous membership certificate for reaching an incredible milestone of 60 years as a proud member of the Institution of Fire Engineers.
Source: Institution of Fire Engineers Southern Africa
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“The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority" ~ Ken Blanchard
Fire and Rescue International is your magazine.
Read it, use it and share it!
Read the latest FRI magazine: https://www.frimedia.org/fri-vol-8-no-2.html
Read the latest Disaster Management Journal: https://www.frimedia.org/dmj-vol-6-no-1.html
FRI magazine archive: https://www.frimedia.org/fri-archives.html
DMJ magazine archive: https://www.frimedia.org/dmj-magazine.html
Enjoy the read!
Lee Raath-Brownie
Managing director
Cell: 082 371 0190
Contact us
Tel: 011 452 3135 or Email: [email protected]
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