Training

General

One of the key objectives of SAAFFI is to disseminate information and knowledge by offering industry-focused education and training. Attendance is open to all, whether employed by a SAAFFI Member or not.

PSTC

A SAAFFI Precise Short Training Course (PSTC) gives attendees a good overview of the subject covered. The set-up encourages interaction between the attendees and facilitator, for which reason numbers are limited. The subject of each course is focused and presented by an expert in that field. PSTCs offer an inexpensive training option, and ensure that attendees are not away from their work for more than half a day.

Information about up-coming courses is emailed to all those subscribers to SAAFFI Bulletins. To subscribe, go to https://saaffi.co.za/contact-us/

Annual seminar

SAAFFI’s annual seminar in March has become a highlight in the calendar. Now approaching its 20th year, the themes have been wide-ranging on subjects that are generally topical, somewhat different to everyday business, to encourage delegates to ‘think out of the box’.

Information about each year’s event is emailed to all those subscribers to SAAFFI Bulletins. To subscribe, go to https://saaffi.co.za/contact-us/

Short Course in Flavours & Fragrances

The annual SAAFFI – Wits short course in flavour and fragrance technology consists of 12 lectures and 3 practicals. Primarily run as an elective course for 2nd year Applied Chemistry students at Wits, places are also available for other interested people wishing to learn the basics about the fascinating Flavour & Fragrance Industry. It is ideally suited for those already employed in the industry to acquire a broader understanding of it.

For more details, contact events@saaffi.co.za

Numeracy

These numeracy courses facilitate the up-skilling of your most valuable asset, your employee. The course comprises 3 levels – Basic; Intermediate; Advanced – and is designed around case studies relevant to your Organisation.

For more details, contact events@saaffi.co.za

On-Site training

Upon request, SAAFFI offers customized on-site training in topics relevant to its industry.

More information upon request to events@saaffi.co.za

RECENT TRAINING

During the last two years, the following subjects were covered, and can be repeated

• Measuring Viscosity, Rheology, Texture & Powder Flow in Food, Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
• Navigating the Regulatory Minefield for FRAGRANCED products
• Texture, Taste and Treats! How to improve the bite of your Vegan products.
• Novel Antimicrobials for the Food Industry – Inspired by Nature!
• Products for Health & Wellbeing – Beyond Sports Nutrition.
• Producing and certifying Kosher foods and other kosher-certified FMCG products
• Tools in the Quest for Quality – A new look at Analytical Instrumentation for the Flavour, Fragrance and FMCG industry
• The A,B,C of Fragrances
• Producing and certifying Halaal foods and other Halaal-certified FMCG products
• Sensory Evaluation

SAAFFI PSTC PROGRAM 2025

Download SAAFFI PSTC Progam 2025 Below

Masters of taste drivers of chocolate in flavour!

23/04/2026 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm – MASTERS OF TASTE Drivers of Flavour in Chocolate Course Reference: Chocolate/23042026 Discover the key influences behind chocolate flavour. This session explores how origin, processing, and application affect taste. Taste chocolates from different origins and learn how growing conditions, processing, and serving shape flavour. Thursday 23 April 2026 09h00 – 13h00 The Callebaut Chocolate Academy SA […]

SAAFFI-Wits Flavour & Fragrance Short Course 2025

13/08/2025 @ – REGISTRATIONS for the SAAFFI-WITS FLAVOUR & FRAGRANCE COURSE 2025 are OPEN! Watch this short video for an overview of the course THIS COURSE OFFERS: • Live lectures and practicals at Wits University • Option for REMOTE ONLINE participation for those outside Johannesburg • A proven asset to a career in the Flavour & Fragrance industry or any of […]