Become a Sponsor
at MacDay’26
MacDay offers sponsors a focused platform to connect with key industry players, strengthen brand presence, and build meaningful relationships within one of South Africa’s leading agricultural sectors.
Through the MacDay on the Road format, sponsors benefit from both national visibility and regional depth, allowing for more targeted interaction and stronger relationship-building within the industry.
Event Dates & Locations:
- 8 September 2026 – Mpumalanga: The Capital Mbombela
- 10 September 2026 – Limpopo: The Ranch Resort, Polokwane
- 17 September 2026 – KwaZulu-Natal: Premier Splendid Inn, Umhlanga
- 22 September 2026 – Western Cape: ANEW Resort, Wilderness
Why Become a Sponsor?
- Brand exposure: Strengthen your brand through SAMAC’s trusted platforms, including direct engagement via events, as well as visibility across our database, social media, email campaigns, and website.
- Direct Access to Decision-Makers: Engage face-to-face with growers, handlers, and industry leaders who actively influence purchasing decisions enabling more meaningful conversations and shorter sales cycles.
- Credible Industry Positioning: Align your brand with SAMAC and the South African macadamia industry, a globally recognised leader, positioning your business as a trusted partner within a premium agricultural sector.
Sponsorship Exhibition Space: Exhibition opportunities are reserved exclusively for confirmed sponsors and remain subject to venue-specific space availability. Should a sponsor require additional space for machinery, large product displays, demonstrations, or other exhibition requirements, SAMAC will assess the available venue capacity and, where feasible, provide a revised quotation for the additional space in consultation with the sponsor.
Sponsorship Packages
MacDay 2026 offers four national sponsorship packages, each designed to provide consistent brand exposure and engagement across all four regional events:
In addition, Lunch and Dinner sponsorships are available per location, allowing sponsors to support and gain visibility at specific regional events.
Sponsorship Exhibition Space:
Exhibition opportunities are reserved exclusively for confirmed sponsors and remain subject to venue-specific space availability. Should a sponsor require additional space for machinery, large product displays, demonstrations, or other exhibition requirements, SAMAC will assess the available venue capacity and, where feasible, provide a revised quotation for the additional space in consultation with the sponsor.
National Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum Sponsor
R250 000 (excl. VAT)
(Limited to 2 sponsors)
Our premier sponsorship package offers maximum visibility and engagement across all four regions.
- Naming rights: “MacDay on the Road powered by [Your Brand Name Here]”
- Prominent logo placement across all marketing platforms (email, social media, website, event materials)
- 5–10 minute speaking opportunity at each of the four events
- Exhibition presence at all venues (subject to final exhibition setup)
- Branding presence at all events (up to 5 banners)
- Dedicated social media campaign mentions
- Opportunity to include branded giveaways
- 4 complimentary tickets per province
Gold Sponsor
R150 000 (excl. VAT)
(Limited to 2 sponsors)
A strong national presence with multiple engagement opportunities.
- Logo placement on selected marketing materials
- 5-minute speaking opportunity at two events
- Exhibition presence at three venues (subject to final exhibition setup)
- Branding presence at events (up to 3 banners)
- 5 social media campaign mentions
- 3 complimentary tickets per province
Silver Sponsor
R100 000 (excl. VAT)
(Limited to 3 sponsors, 2 spots available)
A balanced package offering visibility and selected engagement opportunities.
- Logo placement on selected marketing materials
- 5-minute speaking opportunity at one event
- Exhibition presence at two venues (subject to final exhibition setup)
- Branding presence at events (up to 2 banners)
- 3 social media campaign mentions
- 2 complimentary tickets per province
Bronze Sponsor
R60 000 (excl. VAT)
(Limited to 3 sponsors)
An entry-level sponsorship option with focused exposure.
- Exhibition presence at one venue (subject to final exhibition setup)
- Branding presence at event (1 banner)
- 2 social media campaign mentions
- 1 complimentary ticket per province
Event Specific Sponsorships
Lunch Sponsor
R50 000 (excl. VAT)
(Limited to 1 sponsor per province)
- Branding at the lunch function
- Acknowledgement during the programme
- Opportunity to include branded elements (e.g. napkins, table cards, or activations)
Dinner Sponsor
R50 000 (excl. VAT)
(Limited to 1 sponsor per province)
- Branding at the dinner function
- Acknowledgement during the programme
- Opportunity to include branded elements (e.g. napkins, table cards, or activations)
How to become a sponsor
- Select your preferred package (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, or Event-Specific).
- Submit your sponsorship interest via the enquiry form on the website.
- Review and approval: As packages are limited, all applications will be reviewed by the MacDay Committee, which meets on a bi-weekly basis.
- Confirmation: Approved sponsors will receive a sponsorship agreement and invoice. Applications will be considered in order of submission.
- Payment: Payment is required within 5 working days of the invoice date to secure the package. If payment is not received within this period, the opportunity may be offered to the next sponsor in line.
- Next steps: Upon confirmation of payment, SAMAC will provide further communication regarding branding, logistics, and event participation.
Sponsorship Terms and Conditions
- Allocation of Sponsorships Sponsorship packages are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. SAMAC reserves the right to allocate sponsorships at its discretion to ensure alignment with the event.
- Payment Terms Sponsorship is only confirmed upon receipt of full payment. Payment timelines will be specified on the invoice.
- Branding & Material Submission Sponsors are required to submit logos, artwork, and any promotional material by the specified deadlines. Late submissions may result in limited exposure.
- Exhibition Space Exhibition opportunities are subject to venue capacity and final event layout. SAMAC reserves the right to adjust or limit exhibition space where required.
- Programme & Speaking Slots Speaking opportunities are subject to programme alignment and time constraints. SAMAC reserves the right to structure the programme to ensure overall event quality.
- Use of Branding SAMAC reserves the right to use sponsor logos and names in event-related marketing and communications.
- Cancellations No refunds will be issued for sponsorship cancellations once confirmed. Any exceptions will be at SAMAC’s discretion.
- Event Changes SAMAC reserves the right to amend event dates, venues, or format if required. Sponsors will be notified of any significant changes.
- Conduct & Alignment Sponsors are expected to act in a manner aligned with the values and reputation of the South African macadamia industry. SAMAC reserves the right to decline or withdraw sponsorship where necessary.
- Photography and Videography SAMAC reserves the right to capture, use, reproduce, publish, and distribute photographs and video footage taken at the event for promotional, marketing, reporting, and archival purposes. By participating in the event, sponsors acknowledge and accept that their branding, representatives, exhibition stands and related activities may appear in such material without further approval or compensation.