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WELCOME TO AFRICA

To attend a business event in Africa is to return time and again as a corporate or leisure traveller. One needs only to experience the hospitality, the charm, the beauty, and the professionalism to know that this continent is something special. Planning an event here is an exercise in effi ciency, as the relevant bureaus are at hand to assist and facilitate, and our professional conference organisers are world-renowned for their skills. In fact, ICCA President Nina Freysen-Pretorius is proudly South African, and a world leader in conference organising.

The COP 17 Conference, the World Economic Forum, the 5th BRICS Summit, amongst many others were successfully hosted in South Africa in recent years. In 2020, the World Ophthalmology Congress will take place in Cape Town; its biggest ever meeting, when 15 000 eye specialists convene in the city.

Many other African countries are following South Africa’s excellent example and aligning their off erings to the business traveller and conference delegate. Rwanda’s transition to sought-after conference destination serves as proof that Africa is indeed on the rise. The safety and stability that now characterises many African countries, such as Tanzania, Namibia, Zambia and Ethiopia, serve as brilliant examples of Africa’s growth and progress. The infrastructure, facilities, cuisine, service and incentive opportunities put many African destinations on par with Melbourne, Paris and Houston.

Much has been said about Africa’s inherent natural beauty, but it is time to recognise the continent for its other exceptional assets; it’s people. But words alone cannot give due justice; come and see for yourself.- Lance Gibbons,Publishing Editor

The Event Planner’s Guide to Africa is a vital resource for local and international business-event planners. The fourth edition of this prestigious publication includes an extensive CV of events successfully hosted in Africa in recent years, including an overview of the industry sectors and essential information about visiting and doing business on the continent. The South Africa National Convention Bureau (the SANCB) is proud to endorse this important publication, and we look forward to welcoming you to our famous shores. The SANCB is ideally positioned to facilitate the planning and hosting of international business events, due to our strategic support services and extensive network of industry contacts. Rise with our ability to deliver.- Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo, Chief Convention Bureau Offi cer of the South Africa National Convention Bureau

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CONTENTSShowcasing South Africa

Flight Times: Planning Your Trip to Africa

Events to Diarise in 2016

Destination Africa

Meeting Venues in Africa

Professional Conference Organisers in Africa

Venues in Africa

Association Conference Business in South Africa

South Africa’s Exhibition Industry

Incentive Travel in South Africa

Meetings in South Africa

Industry Associations

The Value Chain

Business Events in South Africa

Western Cape: Where Business and Leisure Meet

Johannesburg: Trajectory to Success

Tshwane A Hub for Centres of Excellence

KwaZulu-Natal: Home to Industry Leaders

Ethiopia: Transport Link from Africa to the World

Kenya: A Tech and Business Leader

Morocco: Enticing for Business and Leisure

Rwanda: An Emerging Leader in Business Events

Tanzania: Sterling Business Destination

Zambia: Sophisticated Technology Meets Natural Beauty

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A quick search on the World Wide Web brings up significant accolades for South Africa. ‘The Mother City is Tops, Survey Finds’

one headline reads. ‘10 Reasons South Africa is the Coolest Country in the World’ says another. It’s not hard to believe these words, because South Africa has proven her track record time and again on the world stage.

Not only has the nation scooped many awards in the last few years, but it also has a wealth of natural beauty around every corner. Added to this is its dependable infrastructure and network of support services, while the weather, exchange rate, tour opportunities and varied venue options are equally attractive to locals and internationals.

A Place for BusinessSouth Africa is a key driver for the continent’s economy. Its main industries

include automobile manufacture, mining, ICT and electronics, finance, agriculture, film, and of course tourism. Not only does it have state-of-the-art convention centres in almost every major city, but the country also offers exquisite venues for smaller functions, business meetings and corporate events.

Cape Town is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, while Johannesburg is the financial and entertainment epicentre. Durban offers fabulous nightlife, weather and beaches like the famed Golden Mile, and Tshwane is the nation’s judicial centre with international embassies, museums and plenty of cultural offerings. Other cities like Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth, Kimberley and Polokwane are diverse and rich in both their business opportunities and their natural and cultural attractions.

Service You Can Trust (With a Smile)As one of the most welcoming nations in the 21st century, the Rainbow Nation is well-equipped to give you an unforgettable experience. International airports with full accessibility are conveniently located near major cities, with connecting flights to smaller towns, national parks and tourist destinations readily available. The country has one of the most advanced travel infrastructures in Africa, offering visitors myriad transportation options including buses, taxis, trains and car rentals. South Africa also has numerous five-star hotels and luxury resorts across the country for incredible incentive getaways. And one thing you can always count on is that our people will go the extra mile to help you feel at home.

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Fast Facts About South Africa• Our exchange rate is fantastic,

giving you more bang for your buck! As of January 2016, exchange rates were R16.63 to the US$, R18.13 to the Euro, R23.86 to the British Pound, and R11.45 to the Australian Dollar.

• Our weather is ideal for year-round visiting, with a temperate climate moderated by ocean on two sides. The country is known for its sunny weather with an average rainfall of 464mm (compared to the world average of 860mm). Coastal regions have the warmest winter temperatures, and although further inland temperatures are warm during winter days, they can get chilly after sundown. Summer months are mid-October to mid-February, with a Mediterranean climate in the Western Cape’s coastal areas.

• The South African Constitution guarantees freedom of worship. Although 80% of South Africa is Christian, other major religious groups include Hindus, Muslims, Jews and Buddhists, with a minority not belonging to any.

• There are nine provinces: Eastern Cape, Free State, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, North West, Northern Cape, Limpopo and Mpumalanga. Although most South Africans speak English, there are eleven official languages and many more others spoken throughout the country.

• The national flag is a much-loved symbol of patriotism, while the national bird is the blue crane, the national animal the springbok, and the national flower the protea.

• South Africa has a land mass of 1 233 404 square kilometres with nearly 3 000km coastline washed by the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic – so you’ll never tire of exploring!

• Tourism is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the country, with over two million tourist arrivals in the first and second quarters of 2015.

Elephant and Monkey Sanctuary, Hartbeespoort, North West, South Africa © SA Tourism

Stellenbosch Wine Route, Western Cape, South Africa © SA Tourism

Cityscape, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa © SA Tourism

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CV of Successful International Events held in South Africa • BestCities Global Alliance

Workshop, Cape Town (2014)• UIA World Congress of

Architects, Durban (2014)• 39th World Small Animal

Veterinary Association Congress, Cape Town (2014)

• 21st World Orchid Conference, Sandton Johannesburg (2014)

• World Design Capital, Cape Town (2014)

• World Conference on Doping in Sport, Johannesburg (2013)

• Airport Cities World Conference and Exhibition, Johannesburg (2013)

• One Young World Summit, Johannesburg (2013)

• 19th International Symposium on Dental Hygiene, Cape Town (2013)

• The BRICS Summit, Durban (2013)• 5th Global Forum on Innovation

& Technology Entrepreneurship, East London (2013)

• 6th World Congress of Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery (PCCS) 2013 Cape Town (2013)

• 69th Annual General Meeting of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Cape Town (2013)

• World Green Building Council International Congress (WORLDGBC) Cape Town (2013)

• General Assembly of the International Co-Operative Alliance (ICA) Cape Town (2013)

• 8th World Congress of the Society of Paediatric infectious Diseases (WSPID), Cape Town (2013)

• 17th International Conference on HIV/AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA), Cape Town (2013)

• 2013 Annual Convention of the Travel Agency Federation of India (TAFI), Durban

• Meetings of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN,) Durban (2013)

• 11th World Congress of Intensive and Critical Care Medicine

(WFSICCM), Durban (2013)• 11th World Congress of

Veterinary Anaesthesia (WCVA 11), Cape Town (2012)

• 18th World Conference on Non-Destructive Testing (WCNDT), Durban (2012)

• 4th International Wildlife Management Congress, Durban (2012)

• Conference of the Association of International Schools (AISA), Johannesburg (2012)

• 27th Congress of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC), Johannesburg (2012)

• 62nd Congress of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), Cape Town (2011)

• 6th World Congress of Education International, Cape Town (2011)

Vilakazi Street, Soweto, South Africa © SA Tourism

Penguins at Boulders Beach, Cape Town © SA Tourism

Travel Tips• Electricity is available almost

everywhere in South Africa. The supply is 220/230 volts AC 50 HZ. Most plugs are 15 amp 3-prong, or 5 amp 2-prong with round pins. Be sure to bring an adaptor with you, or you can grab one locally at the airport or hardware store. US-made appliances may need a transformer.

• Drinking water straight from the tap or faucet is safe – in fact, our tap water is said to be among the safest and cleanest in the world. Avoid drinking from rivers or streams, however, as these may carry water-borne diseases.

• South Africa offers three 24 hour emergency services for medical assistance, should you need it. ER24 and Netcare 911 are privately-run emergency services, while the national Emergency Management Service (EMS) includes ambulance services and fire departments.

• Regulations apply for pets entering the country. A quarantine period of 14 days applies to dogs from certain countries, while an import permit and health clearance certificate is required for all pets.

• Disabled facilities in South Africa are on the increase, with a number of local specialist tour operators tailoring packages for disabled tourism, researching suitable resorts, attractions and activities. A useful online information service is provided by Disabled Travel.

• Before booking your flight, visit the Department of Home Affairs to see what your visa requirements are. Regulations have changes recently, and visas are no longer issued

upon arrival. Applications can be made through South African diplomatic or consular representatives. Requirements include a passport, photographs, proof of financial means, and for those with children, their birth certificates.

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Durban Country Club, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa © South African Tourism

Xhosa girl, Eastern Cape, South Africa © SA Tourism Owl House, Nieu-Bethesda, Eastern Cape © SA Tourism

Attractions to Capture The Imagination From the exhilarating experience of the highest bungee jump in the world, to the heart-wrenching story of Mandela’s imprisonment on Robben Island, South Africa is packed with allure. There’s enough in this country to enthral even the most cautious of travellers!

Explore the Big 5 of Africa in the Kruger National Park, or simply create your own ‘big five’ experience – safari, culture, romance, adventure, entertainment – these can all be found within our

borders. Cage dive with great white sharks, zipline through East Coast forests, hop on a hot-air balloon across the wide open expanses, or simply explore the culinary wonders South Africa has to offer.

Delegates and business travellers are also at an ideal position to discover South Africa more intimately. Not only does each city offer top-of-the-range incentive options, but there are many pre- and post-event tour opportunities, too – not to mention close proximity to conference centres and meeting places.

Not only does each city offer top-of-the-range incentive options, but there are many pre- and post-event tour opportunities, too – not to mention close proximity to conference centres and meeting places.

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NEW YORK: 16 HRS

RIO DE JANEIRO: 9 HRS

FLIGHTTIMES PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO AFRICA

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LONDON: 11 HRS

HONG KONG: 13 HRS

ADDIS ABABA: 5 HRS 30 MINS

DUBAI: 8 HRS

FRANKFURT: 12 HRS

MUMBAI: 9 HRS

DAR ES SALAAM: 3 HRS 30 MINS

LAGOS: 6 HRS

SHANGHAI: 15 HRS

PERTH: 12 HRSCAPE TOWN

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JANUARY 14 - 15MEETINGS MOROCCOMarrakech, Morocco

23 - 24 CLASSIC CAR AND BIKE SHOWCape Town, South Africa

26 - 28OFFSHORE WEST AFRICA Lagos Nigeria

27 - 29ADVANCES IN CEMENT AND CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY IN AFRICA 2016Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

FEBRUARY 8 - 1INVESTING IN MINING AFRICA INDABA 2016Cape Town, South Africa

10AAXO LAUNCH AND TRAINING DAY Johannesburg, South Africa

16 - 17AFRICA ENERGY INDABA 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

16 - 18AFRICABUILDLagos, Nigeria

17 - 18ECOMMERCE AFRICA CONFEXCape Town, South Africa

17 - 19DESIGN INDABA CONFERENCE 2016Cape Town, South Africa

22 - 24 MEETINGS AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

24 - 25SIGN AFRICA DURBANDurban, South Africa

24 - 25AFRICA PRINTDurban, South Africa

MARCH1 - 2 CASH HANDLING SHOW AFRICA 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

1 - 2FUTURE BANK AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

1 - 2CARDS AND PAYMENTS AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

1 - 2 RETAIL WORLD AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

1 - 3 3rd ANNUAL REGIONAL SMART PROCUREMENT WORLDCape Town, South Africa

3 THE BOOKMARKS 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

14 - 15IMC DURBAN 2016Durban, South Africa

16 - 18AFSA INTERNATIONAL ALUMINIUM CPT CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONCape Town, South Africa

APRIL4 - 6INTERNATIONAL LUXURY TRAVEL MARKET AFRICACape Town, South Africa

6 - 8WORLD TRAVEL MARKETCAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

7SIGN AFRICA POLOKWANEPOLOKWANE, SOUTH AFRICA

7AFRICA PRINTPOLOKWANE, SOUTH AFRICA

8 - 10INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE EXPOJohannesburg, South Africa

15 - 17KENYA TRADE SHOWNairobi, Kenya

16 - 17CAREER INDABAJohannesburg, South Africa

26 - 30ZIMBABWE INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIRBulawayo, Zimbabwe

MAY 7 - 9 TOURISM INDABADurban, South Africa

11 - 12SIGN AFRICA CAPE TOWNCape Town, South Africa

11 - 12AFRICA PRINTCape Town, South Africa

17 - 19AFRICAN UTILITY WEEK AND CLEAN POWER AFRICACape Town, South Africa

18 - 20CHINA TRADE WEEKDurban, South Africa

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8 - 11BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP & FRANCHISE EXPOJohannesburg, South Africa

12 - 16ELECTRA MINING AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

14 - 15 FOOD & DRINK TECHNOLOGY AFRICA 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

OCTOBER 4 - 5THE DIGITAL EDUCATION SHOW AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

12 - 14AFRICA AIR EXPOAccra, Ghana

31 - 4 NovemberAFRICA OIL WEEK/ AFRICA UPSTREAM CONFERENCECape Town, South Africa

NOVEMBER 8 - 10 18TH INTERNATIONAL APPAREL, TEXTILE & FOOTWEAR IMPORT TRADE EXHIBITION OF SOUTHERN AFRICA Cape Town, South Africa

8 - 10 WATER AFRICA AND WEST AFRICA BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION NIGERIA 2016 Abuja, Nigeria

24 - 272th TANZANIA TRADE SHOW 2016Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

24 - 26SECUREX 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

24 - 26A-OSH EXPOJohannesburg, South Africa

31 - 3 JuneAUTOMECHANIKAJohannesburg, South Africa

JUNE 5 - 7SAACI CONGRESS Bloemfontein, South Africa

10 - 12AUTOEXPO AFRICA 2016Nairobi, Kenya

10 - 12OIL & GAS AFRICA – EAST AFRICANairobi, Kenya

13 - 16NIGERIA OIL & GAS CONFERENCE & EXHIBITIONAbuja, Nigeria

16 - 18KENYA INTERNATIONAL TRADE EXHIBITION Nairobi, Kenya

19 - 21AFRICA’S BIG SEVEN 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

19 - 21RETAIL SOLUTIONS AFRICA 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

28 - 29AFRICA RAILJohannesburg, South Africa

29 - 30 SABC EDUCATION AFRICAN EDUWEEK 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

29AFRICA PRINT- NELSPRUITNelspruit, South Africa

JULY6 - 7MARKEX 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

8 - 9THE MONEY EXPO 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

19 - 21 POWER-GEN AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

13 - 15 OIL & GAS AFRICA Cape Town, South Africa

AUGUST5 - 7FUN & BIZ AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

5 - 9 100% DESIGN SOUTH AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

17 - 20INTERBUILD AFRICA 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

23 - 24 THE COMMERCIAL UAV SHOW AFRICA 2016Johannesburg, South Africa

SEPTEMBER6 - 8EYE FOCUS AFRICAJohannesburg, South Africa

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Convention Centre which most recently hosted the Kenya MICE Expo in January 2016. The country has successfully attracted business-events regularly, including the 10th World Trade Organisation Ministerial Conference among other bids. As a result of this interest, hotels such as Kempinski have been talking about increasing bed capacity to accommodate visitors, while Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has enhanced connectivity to create a regional commercial hub.

Further south in Tanzania, Arusha International Conference Centre lies halfway between Cape Town and Cairo. A stone’s throw away from Mt Kilimanjaro and the safari gateway to the Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti and other stunning national parks, the city offers conference goers everything they need and more. With a total of around 11 000 conference delegates per year, the city is growing its business-events industry with vigour, while AICC itself now has the AICC Hospital and Estates, as well as the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre in Dar Es Salaam under its banner.

The last few years have seen the continent of Africa show its true potential in the international meetings arena. African members

of global organisations have risen to leadership heights – markedly Nina Freysen-Pretorius elected as President of ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association) in 2015, and Craig Newman elected to serve on the African Board of UFI (The Global Association of the Exhibitions Industry) in late 2014. Both have championed South Africa and the greater region and have shown that the continent can compete on the world stage.

Aside from its recent leadership prowess, Africa has long been renowned for its exhilarating tourism experiences. Wildlife of huge variety? Check. Fascinating historical and cultural attractions? Check. Award-winning resorts and hotels? Check. The list goes on. Each country has unique possibilities coupled with world-class service and top-of-the-range offerings.

For instance, Kenya’s capital Nairobi is home to the Kenyatta International

Rwanda has steadily been climbing the business-events ladder and will soon see its own International Convention Centre – the Rwanda Kigali Convention Complex – taking off. The nation also offers some breath-taking incentive travel opportunities through its lush, tropical environment.

Nigeria offers exciting business opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs and as a result is home to some stunning corporate venues in its commercial capital of Lagos. But perhaps the pinnacle of Nigeria’s climb has been the much anticipated Calabar Convention Centre in Cross River State. Announced at Meetings Africa in 2015, it is a state-of-the-art structure, which is set to hold the African Public Relations Association conference in May of this year.

South Africa is a continental leader in the meetings, incentive, conference and exhibitions sector. It has brought many international events to the continent since 2010’s iconic Soccer World Cup through its state-of-the-art convention centres. The country has won almost 200 successful bids for international events for the coming years

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exquisite spicy tastes or dig into a dish of mouth-watering South African braai meat.

Most countries with vibrant meetings sectors – SA, Kenya, Morocco, Egypt, Nigeria, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda and Ethiopia to name a few – are both secure and protective of their international guests. Business-events hubs are well-developed, have safety measures in place, and, of course, offer the convenience of Wi-Fi and other amenities close at hand.

So what are you waiting for? Come and experience captivating peoples, fabulous wildlife, and unforgettable moments. Come to Africa.

through its unrivalled venues, tourism and business options. Cape Town International Convention Centre is the preferred destination for many medical congresses, while Durban International Convention Centre brings the sports fans and larger governmental and international events to its city. Gauteng is the commercial capital, meaning that business meetings and events have a home in the many conferencing venues, from Sandton Convention Centre and Gallagher, to CSIR ICC and the Expo Centre. Despite its strong and growing reputation, South Africa has still paved the way for global industries to forge relationships with others in Africa.

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Fascinating Facts About Africa• Africa is home to the longest river in

the world, the Nile at 6 853km, the largest desert, the Sahara, and the largest freshwater lake – Lake Victoria.

• Arabic is spoken by 170 million on the continent, followed by English (130 million), Swahili (100 million), French (115 million), Berber (50 million), Hausa (50 million), Portuguese (20 million), and Spanish (10 million). Over 2 000 recognised languages are spoken in Africa

• Over 50% of Africans are under the age of 25, so you’re likely to be doing business with a relatively young crowd compared to the rest of

the world. • Africa’s wildlife is extraordinary and

astonishingly diverse. The continent is home to 85% of the world’s elephants, over 99% of its remaining lions, and more fish species than any other freshwater system on earth.

Though this diversity and collaboration is amiable and is no doubt attracting new business events to our shores each year, there are other strong factors that make a case for making Africa your next event destination of choice.

One is hospitality and client relations. Known for their friendly demeanour and willingness to help at every turn makes for a pleasant experience all round – not to mention the food! The continent has a variety of gourmet options as incredibly diverse as its ethnic groups. Dip into Morocco’s fusion of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, explore West Africa’s

Africa Travel Association’s (ATA) 40th Annual World Congress at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi © ATA, Photo by Make it Kenya Photo - Stuart Price

View of the Cape Town International Convention Centre © CTICC

Angola: EPIC SANA Luanda Congress CentreThe EPIC SANA Luanda Hotel Congress Centre covering two floors, is connected by a staircase epitomising architectural design that is modern, spacious, light and airy and proffers technologically advanced equipment. The high-ceilinged main ballrooms are the Angola and Brazil. Flexibility in size and layouts allows the hosting of different kinds of events.

Egypt: Cairo International Convention & Exhibition Centre (CICC) It is positioned a scant ten minutes from the international airport and in close proximity to five-star hotels. Built to accommodate international conventions and conferences, it has endeavoured to maintain immaculate facilities. In addition to the exhibition space, it boasts three performance halls, the largest of which can seat 2 500 people.

The other two accommodate 800 and 600 respectively. It has 25 meeting rooms in all.

Ethopia: ECA Conference CentreSituated in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, it seamlessly merges architectural elegance and the latest technology. It has facilities that include large meeting rooms, exhibition space and a well-equipped business centre. A mere ten minutes’ drive

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Namibia: Safari Court Hotel & Conference Centre

Nigeria: The Abuja International Conference Centre (AICC)This centre has played host to varied international, regional and national conferences, summits, meetings etc. and can accommodate up to 3 000 guests. Its main conference hall, Africa Hall, has a capacity of 2 000 delegates. The interior is tastefully decorated complementing modern facilities.

Tanzania: Julius Nyerere International Convention CentreThe Centre was built by Chinese companies and it reflects their centuries-old architecture. It was named after Tanzania’s first president, the late Julius Kambarage Nyerere, and is wholly owned by the government. Situated in the business centre of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam, it is ideally located to service the tourist circuit in the south of the country. Equipped with twelve conference rooms, seating a range of 5 - 300 delegates in varying arrangements; the plenary is 1 003 delegates.

Tanzania: Arusha International Conference CentreSituated in Arusha - the gateway to the Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti, Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks in close proximity to Mt. Kilimanjaro, it has ten meeting rooms with the theatre able to host 1 313 people. The plenary for all the meeting rooms is 2 500 delegates.

Uganda: Speke Resort & Conference CentreThis is a five-star hotel with an impeccable conference and meeting venue. It is situated in Munyonyo on Lake Victoria, built for the Commonwealth Conference in 2007. It proffers ten state-of-the-art conference rooms including the ballroom.

Zambia: Mulungushi International Conference CentreThe Centre’s old wing has seven conference rooms, of which the largest, the main hall, has the capacity for 2 500 attendees. The new convention centre, adjacent to the old wing, has thirteen conference halls and largest hall sitting capacity of up to 1 000 people.

from the airport, it is located next to the Africa Hall and the offices of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA). Africa Hall was inaugurated in 1961 by H.I.M. Emperor Haile Selassie.

Ghana: The Accra International Conference CentreThe Centre was built in 1991 to host the Tenth Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement. It is very popular for large events and has since hosted major conferences and summits by UN organisations. The capacity for the centre is as follows: • 6 000 delegates• Six conference halls • Main conference hall

accommodates 1 600 people.

Kenya: KICC Kenyatta International Convention CentreThe Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi is an internationally renowned venue within walking distance of several five-star hotels. The building’s terracotta exterior reflects traditional African architecture. There

are several well-equipped conference and meeting rooms with the largest having a capacity for over 4 000 delegates.

Morocco: The Palmeraie International Conference CentreLocated twenty minutes from Marrakech city centre, the superb Palmeraie International Conference Centre is a facility with the exquisite architecture unique to Marrakesh. With a meeting space of 4 000 m2, it is able to accommodate up to 1 500 people in its 30 meeting and conference rooms.

Namibia: Safari Court Hotel & Conference CentreIt is Namibia’s largest conference centre with an offering of sixteen venues of different sizes, which can be configured for any conference or banqueting requirement. The Grand Ballroom – which can divide into eight different venues – provides seating as follows: • 2 400 delegates in theatre style• 1 800 in conference style • 1 200 in banqueting styleA Pre-Assembly area is also able to accommodate up to 1 000 guests.

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Tanzania: Porini Hall Conference room, Arusha International Conference Centre

Professional Conference Organisers across the globe have a vested interest in Africa. From healthcare and finance to security, construction and mining,

PCOs are working in a variety of industries to create successful association meetings and annual congresses on the continent. Many of South Africa’s PCOs often work in the regional African market, while a number of global organisations have offices in the country or are involved in the local sector on some level.

2015 was a steady year for PCOs.

Although records were perhaps not broken, the industry has seen significant strides in infrastructure, standardisation and upskilling, which, in turn, has led to a strong and confident year across the board.

Companies like MCI Group reported a growth of almost 10% on Gross Margin – a feat considering the current global financial climate. The organisation also reported new partnerships with Emirates and Expedia, as well as investments in MCI South Africa, with in-roads into both the local corporate

and association market. They successfully activated two high-profile international association conferences for the Project Management Institute and the African Securities Exchange Association, and will be growing their Johannesburg offices and plan for a satellite branch in Durban in the future.

The future of PCOs in Africa is looking bright. Local PCOs are bringing more and more international association conferences and business events to the region. Not only has South Africa as a country secured

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First Lady Tobeka Madiba Zuma addresses Africa-China HIV Advocacy at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) © GovernmentZA

over 170 bids for events over the next few years, but PCOs are doing well, too. A great example is Scatterlings Conference and Events, who have secured a number of significant international association conferences to 2018. Their 2015 highlights included organising the World Congress of Pharmacology at the CTICC and the International Mineralogical Congress at the Sandton Convention Centre. Their 2016 events include the World Psychiatry Congress, and they will also be organising all the conferences for the African Union Foundation on the continent. The Conference Company has also done extremely well – but this comes as no surprise considering their founder and energetic leader Nina Freysen-Pretorius has reached new heights as the President of ICCA. This, in turn, has resulted in more of a focus on professional conference organisers on the African continent as more companies bring their events to this region.

Of course, there has also been movement in the industry, with the Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) forming last year to provide more focused services and support for exhibition planners. AAXO includes exhibition organisers across a range of trade, consumer and conference-driven exhibitions in Southern Africa, namely Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery, MMI South Africa, Hypenica, Thebe Reed Exhibitions, Spintelligent, Terrapinn, The Wedding Group, LTE (Leaders

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The South African Property Owners Association Convention and Property Exhibition 2015, organised by Scatterlings Conference and Events © Scatterlings

World Congress Of Nephrology 2015 CTICC - Photos Jaques Fouche (for SAACI)

in Trade Exhibitions) South Africa, SA Confex Services, TE Trade Events and Exposure Marketing and Inspire Trade Exhibitions.

Companies have also grown and added to their fold with Tribal Meetings announcing Nadia Allie as new CEO recently, and with Conference Consultancy SA adding two more positions to their establishment – as well as two executives passing the stringent Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) exam. Their MD, Pieter Swart, was recognised as PCMA Global Meeting Executive of the Year at IMEX Frankfurt 2015.

Other notable PCOs in SA are Imfunzelelo, Turners Conferencing, African Agenda, Event Dynamics, Paragon and Eastern Sun.

Many PCOs are echoing Minister Derek Hanekom’s recent speech at IBTM World. Africa is a burgeoning and ever-growing business-events economy that we can no longer afford to ignore. Tribal Meetings’ Nadia Allie sums it up nicely: “If one considers that four of the fastest-growing economies of the world are in Africa, and one in three people are moving towards becoming middle class out of a population of 1.1 billion, that number presents a huge opportunity. The world is no longer looking at Africa as a continent of drought and misery, and investments are flowing in and economies are growing exponentially. The business-events industry should be poised to exploit this opportunity.”

Crystal Events and Incentives are all about creating unique and exciting experiences. Be it an international conference, strategic planning meeting, a corporate incentive programme your dream vacation - it will always be an event worth talking about for years to come.

With more than 25 years’ experience in travel and corporate hospitality, the Crystal Team endeavours to fully explore each client’s individual requirements and ensuring that the proposal meets both the client budget and personal tastes.

The team is creative and makes every effort to come up with new and innovative programmes – in Africa and around the world.

Our suppliers are carefully vetted and thorough site inspections are conducted to guarantee our guests of the best and most reliable services throughout their experience.

Impressions are what it’s all about and Crystal will ensure that your clients, management and staff alike, depart with a sense of achievement from each of our programmes. Whatever your

Contact DetailsTes Proos t: +27 21 555 3617 m: +27 84 682 7676 f: +27 86 698 7792 e: [email protected] www.crystalevents.co.za

unique requirement may be - let Crystal take charge of the smallest detail of the programme for you - giving you peace of mind and time to relax and spend quality time with your group.

* Capacity may vary

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Management, Destination Management, and Service Performance Improvement

At MCI, we’ve been engaging and activating audiences since 1987.For companies, we design, deliver and measure the impact of meetings, events and

incentives. For associations, we design, organise and innovate congresses, and grow membership and assets through strategic consulting.

Our 1 800 creative talents in over 30 countries build unforgettable experiences that foster change and inspire and educate attendees from all over the world. In 2014, we managed 4 475 projects for clients in 67 countries, including 2 866 events and 588 congresses.

With a strategy focused on people, planet and profit, our mission is to build a sustainable business with a culture of care and responsibility that helps our clients engage new audiences, build communities and produce experiences that inspire their customers and employees.Our core products include: Meetings & Events Management, Professional Congress Organisation, Creative Communication Services, Technical & Creative Production, Association

Contact DetailsCape Town: Suite 103, 1st Floor, Albion Springs, 183

Main Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town, South Africa

t: +27 21 250 0610

Johannesburg: UG / 2B Victoria Gate West,

Hyde Park Lane Office Park, Sandton,

Johannesburg, South Africa

t: +27 010 410 0463

www.mci-group.com

* Capacity may vary

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and the Sports and Events Tourism Exchange. Thebe Reed Venue Management holds the long-term contract to manage the award-winning Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg.

Thebe Reed Exhibitions is Southern Africa’s top exhibition organiser and venue management company. With access to global trade and consumer event organising expertise serving 43 industry sectors, we provide the best platform to showcase all industry sectors. Thebe Reed Exhibitions is part of Reed Exhibitions, the world’s leading events organiser and part of the RELX Group. Our mission at Thebe Reed Exhibitions is to strengthen and grow our position as a leading exhibition and venue management company in Africa. To achieve that mission we commit all of our experience and resources to inspiring and harnessing the most fundamental form of communication that exists – direct personal contact.

Our portfolio includes Africa Travel Week™, which encompasses International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Africa, Incentives, Business Travel & Meetings (ibtm) Africa and World Travel Market (WTM) Africa, the #BuyaBusiness Expo, Small Business Expo, Decorex Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, 100% Design South Africa, Mediatech Africa, Africa Automation Fair

Contact DetailsThebe Reed Place, Culross on Main Offi ce Park, 34 Culross Road, Bryanston, Johannesburg, South Africat: +27 11 549 8300 e: [email protected] www.ThebeReed.co.za

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what is needed to go into a successful event. We have a full-time team of 50 working to deliver quality service for our clients. We can do big, we can do small. We don’t do boring, and we don’t do bland.

urbantonic is one of Cape Town largest and most successful Event Logistics companies focusing on servicing four key Industries - the Events, Incentive, Exhibition and Film Industries.

Our services include the following:• Full Event Management• Event Rental including Furniture, Cutlery, Crockery, Glassware and much more• Furniture Rental for Exhibitions, Films/Commercials and Conferences• Mobile Event Bars• Event Décor and Styling• Event Staffing

We SIMPLIFY the event process for our clients because we own and control large amounts of

Contact Details23 Estmil Road, Diep River Cape Town, South Africat: +27 21 713 4439m: +27 82 456 9892www.urbantonic.co.za

“ “With almost 6 000 star-graded accommodati on establishments and in excess of 1 000 star-graded meeti ng rooms, delegates are spoilt for choice. The country’s legendary hospitality and unmatched natural beauty ensures the enjoyment conti nues long aft er the business of the day is done.

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Nothing Conventional About Century City Conference CentreCape Town’s new Conference Centre and Hotel transcends convention. Ideally located, the development features a world-class conference centre, hotel and outdoor event space. Strategically located on the N1 highway just a few minutes from Cape Town’s CBD is Century City; a secure, privately managed, 250-hectare mixed-use precinct where development to date has exceeded R17-billion. This world-class model of new urban planning and implementation successfully combines residential, commercial and leisure components in a beautifully landscaped setting on the banks of eight kilometres of picturesque waterways and canals. Designed as the hub and pivotal point of the precinct, the Century City Conference Centre’s bold architectural form is matched only by its even bolder unseen features - world-class connectivity, attention to detail and unparalleled flexibility. From corporate conferences and product launches, to international expos and exclusive cocktail parties, the Century City Conference Centre quite simply raises the bar in conferencing and events. Centrally located in the greater Cape Town metropole, up to 1 900 guests can be comfortably accommodated

Contact DetailsNo.4 Energy Lane, Bridgeways PrecinctCentury City, Cape Townt: +27 21 204 8000 e: [email protected]

across 20 different venues. Offering flexible conferencing and eventing tailored to suit individual needs. Proudly green, the entire precinct is pioneering a new mixed-use Green Building Council of South Africa rating to ensure that sustainable green-design principles are implemented.

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CONFIGURATION

ROOM NAME LEVELFLOOR

AREA M² CLASSROOM U-SHAPE BOARDROOMTHEATRE

FLAT FLOOR BANQUETEXHIBITION

(3 x 3M MODULE) COCKTAIL

Hall A Ground 342 270 138 - 360 200 15 350

Hall B Ground 345 270 138 - 360 200 15 350

Hall C Ground 342 270 138 - 360 200 15 350

Hall A, B, C combined Ground 1 029 820 390 - 1 160 700 50 1 050

Hall D (Ballroom) orientation 1 Ground 394 330 216 - 488 270 19 500

Hall D (Ballroom) orientation 2 Ground 394 336 120 - 420 270 19 500

Ground Floor Foyer Ground 327 - - - - 300 15 400

Meeting Room 1 1st Floor 27 - - 10 - - - -

Meeting Room 2 1st Floor 38 24 15 18 35 - 1 40


Meeting Room 4 1st Floor 36 18 12 18 32 - 1 30


Meeting Room 7 1st Floor 63 36 24 30 60 40 1 60

Meeting Room 8 + 9 1st Floor 118 72 48 60 115 70 3 115

Meeting Room 11 1st Floor 112 81 42 48 120 70 3 120

The Square - 600 - - - - 350 - 600


Champagne Sports Resort strives to make this award-winning resort the perfect place for work and play. We have created a unique destination catering for all guest requirements in a spectacular setting. Champagne Sports Resort can accommodate up to 750 delegates at the foot of the majestic Drakensberg mountain range. The 40 new hotel rooms and four new luxurious executive suites enable us to offer a total of 152 hotel rooms and 91 time-share chalets. Champagne Sports Resort offers a total of 16 conference venues, including the new state-of-the-art Buttress Centre with a floor space of 1 200m2 (usable area) which seats up to 1 400 delegates and banquets 950 guests at round tables.

Other venues include the Sentinel Room which seats up to 1 000 delegates, the Monks Cowl center (550 delegates), the Summit Room (400 delegates) and the more intimate venues ranging between 150 delegates down to the private boardrooms seating up to a maximum of 20 people. Conference equipment includes the most up-to-date equipment with Crestron hand held controls through the bigger venues and all standard equipment through

Contact DetailsCentral Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa t: +27 36 468 8000 f: +27 36 468 1072 e: [email protected] www.champagnesportsresort.com

the smaller meeting areas. Delegates have internet access throughout.

So whether you are wearing your golf cap or your thinking cap, there’s no better place to find inspiration!


CONFIGURATION

ROOM NAME LEVEL FLOOR AREA M² U-SHAPE DOUBLE U-SHAPE HERRINGBONE SCHOOLROOM CINEMA BANQUET

Buttress Ground 1209 200 - - 1200 1400 950

Sentinel Ground 900 160 - - 720 1000 660

Monks Cowl Ground 456 90 140 - 350 500 300

Summit Ground 423 84 140 - 300 435 360

Ondini Ground 177 48 65 100 130 200-

Zunckels Ground 144 60 - - 140 200 120

Amphlett Ground 113 42 - - 78 105 -

Turret Ground 127 48 - - 90 130 80

Ithaba Ground 102 45 - - 70 110 60

Sterkhorn Ground 46 18 - - 30 50 30

Injasuti Ground 77 24 - - 45 60 50

Cathkin Arms Bar Extension Ground 99 48 - - 60 125 -

Boardrooms - Greys Pass Ground 25 18 - - - 20 20

Boardrooms - Eastmans Ground 25 18 - - - 20 20

Boardrooms - Dragons Back Ground 25 18 - - - 20 20

Boardrooms - Ships Prow Ground 25 18 - - - 20 20

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Located in Tshwane, the academic and research hub of South Africa, the CSIR International Convention Centre (CSIR ICC) offers superb facilities with conference, function and exhibition venues accommodating between 10 and 500 guests – with groups as large as 1 000 hosted at times. Additional facilities include interpreting booths and equipment in auditoriums, VIP holding suite, first aid and emergency medical services, authors restroom linked to the Diamond Auditorium podium, free Wi-Fi access and ample complimentary parking. There is also a business centre and administrative assistance, hotel accommodation booking and a transport arrangement service.

It is easily accessible from airports and major cities and is on the Gautrain bus route. Bespoke menu creation is a feature, with cuisine for special diets and a deck offering alfresco dining – including a traditional ‘braai’ under African skies. The CSIR ICC has a 1 000m2 exhibition hall with floor-loading capacity, and floor dips with electricity and

Contact DetailsMeiring Naude Road, Brummeria, Box 395, Pretoria, 0001gps: S 33°54”28.42” / E18°25”03.56”

t: +27 12 841 3884

f: +27 12 841 2051

e: [email protected]

www.csiricc.co.za

points. The hall also boasts storage space and an exhibition organisers’ office. Exclusive use of the site is possible.

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CONFIGURATION

ROOM NAME MINIMUM CINEMA

SCHOOL ROOM(FACING ONE

SCREEN) U-SHAPE HERRINGBONE

HOLLOW SQUARE/

BOARDROOMDOUBLE

U-SHAPE BANQUETDINNER /

DANCE COCKTAIL

EXHIBITION STANDS (3X3M)

Diamond Auditorium 150 - 450 - - - - - - - -

Ruby Auditorium 50 - 136 - - - - - - - -

Emerald Auditorium 40 100 42 18 42 24 27 - - - -

Sapphire Room 5 - - - - 10 - - - - -

Amethyst Room 40 140 42 30 42 36 45 - - - -

Crystal Room 10 70 24 18 24 30 27 - 50 40 -

Garnet Room 10 40 20 15 15 18 - - 40 40 -

Onyx Room 10 70 24 18 24 30 27 - 50 40 -

Jade Banquet Room 50 - - - - - - 90 70 50 -

Amber Banquet Room 150 - - - - - 93 320 300 400 17

Deck 50 - - - - - - 440 400 500 -

Exhibition Hall 10 700 402 69 402 92 117 550 500 1000 58

VIP Suite 1 - - - - 4/6 - 6 - 6 -

Central Foyer - - - - - - - - - 400 16


Contact DetailsConvention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town 8001, South Africagps: 33° 54’ 56” S by 18° 25’ 36” Et: +27 21 410 5000f: +27 21 410 5001e: [email protected]: twitter.com/CTICC_Officialfacebook: facebook.com/CTICC

Located in the centre of the city’s beautiful northern foreshore, the Cape TownInternational Convention Centre (CTICC) is a cosmopolitan showcase where ideasand cultures from around the globe are able to meet and mingle against the stunningbackdrop of Table Mountain. World-class facilities and our knowledgeable professionalteam means that the CTICC is designed to meet any unique or varied conference or eventneeds to ensure an unforgettable experience.

The CTICC offers 11 399m2 of dedicated exhibition space, two-raked auditoriumsseating 1 500 and 620 delegates, and a 1876m2 grand ballroom, providing dining spacefor up to 1 300. It also has a Roof Terrace Room with spectacular views of Table Mountain,and 33 breakaway rooms varying in capacity from 25 to 330 each.

CONFIGURATION

VENUEFLOOR

AREA M2 HEIGHT (M) THEATRE CLASSROOM U-SHAPE BOARDROOM BANQUETBANQUET

BUFFET COCKTAIL

EXHIBITION BOOTHS

(3M x 3M)

Auditorium 1 1170 16 1500 - - - - - - -

Full Ballroom 1876 8 1980 1296 - - 1300 1020 1500 -

Boardroom 1.30 73 3.3 - - - 20 - - 40 -

Meeting Room 1.40 375 4 330 220 69 - 220 180 300 -

Meeting Suite - Room 1.51 - 1.55 35 3.3 24 18 15 18 - - - -

Meeting Room 1.60 375 4 330 220 69 - 220 180 300 -

Meeting Suites - Room 1.71 - 1.74 25/35 3.3 24 18 15 18 - - - -

Auditorium 2 490 8 620 620 - - - - - -

Meeting Suites - Room 1.91 - 1.93 25/35 3.3 24 18 15 18 - - - -

Meeting Room 2.40 375 4 330 220 69 - 220 180 300 -

Meeting Room 2.60 375 4 330 220 69 - 220 180 300 -

Roof Terrace Room 370 4.2 380 220 69 60 190 190 250 -

Full Exhibition Centre (Hall 1-4) 11399 9.0 -18.0 9500 7720 - - 6100 5120 7300 746

Registration Foyer 315 4 300 200 100 120 120 150 220 -


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Having won the coveted Diamond Arrow Award at the latest PMR.africa Business Excellence Awards Ceremony on 31 August 2015, the Johannesburg Expo Centre (JEC) is officially recognised as one of the top Exhibitions and Events venues in South Africa. This comes as no surprise when one considers that for the past 30 years, the JEC has been consistently delivering events of a world-class standard. “We take great pride in knowing that we can cater to the varied needs of our clients,” explains JEC CEO Craig Newman. “We have a diverse portfolio of clients gracing our halls each year and our main objective is to deliver an experience that has them returning for the next event. The greatest compliment is when a satisfied customer wishes to work with us again.”

“Our event took place seamlessly and the team at JEC was an absolute pleasure to work with,” says Bibi Burness, organiser for the South African Breweries Extravaganza. “It’s a well-designed, world-class venue that is perfectly suited to hosting large crowds of people. We won’t hesitate to return.”

Unlike any other venue, the Expo Centre has the capacity, expertise, experience, resources and strategic partnerships to host an event of any description. “The versatility, proximity and convenience of the JEC is what has us returning time and again,” says Christo Visser, Operations

and Logistics Manager for Polyoak Packaging.“We are proud to be recognised for what

we are achieving but mostly we are happy that our clients’ expectations are being met,” says Newman. “We will always look to improve our service offering so that our clients never experience anything less than the very best,” he concluded.

Contact DetailsCnr Rand Show & Nasrec Roads, JHBt: +27 11 494 1920 f: +27 11 494 1005 e: [email protected] www.expocentre.co.za

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10 CHARACTERISTICS THAT MAKE THE JEC A UNIQUE VENUE: • Multipurpose facilities providing more than 50 000m² of indoor multi-purpose space

• More than 100 000m² of versatile outdoor space

• A team of professional and dedicated staff

• A multipurpose arena that can accommodate up to 20 000 people

• It is located just 15 minutes from a variety of three, four and five star hotels

• It can be accessed from all major highways, and is only 30 minutes from both OR Tambo International Airport and Lanseria Airport

• Individual gates and entrances for each hall provide ease of access, with the ability to park up to 20 000 cars

• Its world-class facilities have won the PMR Africa Award in 2007, 2011, 2013, 2014 and again in 2015

• The JEC is a member of EXSA, UFI, SAACI and SOJO, the leading associations of the exhibitions and events industry in Africa

• It has a registered helicopter landing base, managed by Capital Air

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The Kurland Hotel is the ideal corporate getaway, an exclusive destination for extraordinary achievers, and a welcoming hotel that understands work, play and relaxation.

The 5-star Kurland Hotel is located near the beautiful beach resorts of Plettenberg Bay and Nature’s Valley on the Garden Route, and is ideal for boutique or large corporate events. There are endless possibilities for truly unique functions – weddings, meetings and conferences at the Polo Pavilion, a marquee on the lawn or multiple locations throughout the estate.

Perfect for families – Kurland offers 12 ultra luxurious suites with unique kid’s lofts, each individually designed, plus a tranquil Spa. Activities include horse riding, quad biking, polo lessons, mountain biking, trail running and fishing in the dams.

The award-winning Kurland Restaurant presents an ever-changing menu and is perfect for decadent lunches, romantic dinners or the renowned long, languid Sunday brunches

Contact DetailsKurland Hotel, The Crags, N2,Plettenberg Bay, 6602, South Africat: +27 44 534 8082f: +27 44 534 8699e: [email protected] www.kurland.co.za

at Katarina’s restaurant, which opens seasonally and offers an extensive bistro-style menu.

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CONFIGURATIONROOM NAME LEVEL FLOOR AREA M² BANQUET COCKTAIL SCHOOL ROOM U-SHAPE CINEMA

Katarina’s Ground 165 50 60 50 50 60

The Library Ground 60 12 20 12 12 20

Franci Room (The Pavilion) 1st 63 18 28 18 18 28

Nicolas Room (Villa) Ground 93.5 16 24 16 16 24

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include unspoilt beaches, whale watching, numerous water sports, skydiving, golf and game drives. Positioned on the Esplanade, the ELICC has magical views of the Indian Ocean and is a mere 15 minute drive from the East London Airport, the Industrial Development Zone and all major industries.


With its unique geographical position, the East London International Convention Centre (ELICC) is a central convergence point between all the major centres of South Africa. This flexible, multifunctional centre is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and positioned on the beautiful East London Esplanade, offering a unique alternative to the business-tourism Sector. The East London International Convention Centre hosts events with meticulous attention to detail, from national and international conventions to virtually every imaginable event in between … cocktail parties, banquets, exhibitions, sporting events and weddings. The ELICC complex features an auditorium, restaurants, an exhibition hall, press room, two board rooms and multifunctional conference rooms. Open and undercover parking is available. Conference equipment includes state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, drop down screens, IT services and digital signage. A technology control room is located at the event manager’s office.

This superbly positioned beachfront Convention Complex incorporates two hotels, namely the luxurious Premier Hotel EL ICC and the Premier Hotel Regent. Combined, the two hotels offer over 400 rooms, ranging from standard rooms to penthouse suites. Should you require additional accommodation, our events division will gladly assist you. Recreational activities

Contact DetailsMarine Park Complex, 22 Esplanade, Beachfront, East London, Eastern Capegps: S 33°01’06.13” / E 27°55’07.36”t: +27(0)43 709 5200/5202e: [email protected]

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CONFIGURATION

VENUE U-SHAPE SCHOOL THEATRE BANQUET LENGTH (M) WIDTH (M) HEIGHT (M) AREA M2

Auditorium - - 580 - 28.5 28.5 6.8 812

Conference 1 70 300 600 360 28.5 19 6.8 542

Conference 2 40 80 60 60 14.25 9.4 6.8 134

Conference 3 40 80 60 60 14.25 9.4 6.8 134

Conference 1 - 2 48 72 140 120 18.5 9.4 6.8 174

Conference 1 - 3 - 480 750 460 28.5 28.4 6.8 809

Auditorium & 1 - 3 - 1100 1480 640 28.5 56.9 6.8 1622

Conference 4 20 25 40 20 6.8 6.1 2.7 41

Conference 5 25 35 50 40 11.6 6.7 2.7 78

Conference 5 20 25 40 20 6.8 6.1 2.7 41

Exhibition Hall - 1400 2100 1500 43 35 4.1 1505

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of Africa’s most exclusive and premium shopping and entertainment complexes; Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square.

Sandton Convention Centre is part of Tsogo Sun, South Africa’s leading hotels, gaming and entertainment company, with a portfolio of over 90 hotels and 14 entertainment destinations, with the fl agship destination, Montecasino, just 13km to the north.

Contact DetailsMaude Street, Sandton, 2196 PO Box 782553, Sandton, 2146 e: [email protected] www.sandtonconventioncentre.com

The Sandton Convention Centre is a dedicated venue for hosting world-class events of any size and stature, with over 22 000m² of state-of-the-art meeting, exhibition, and special event space and a successful track record of hosting a wide range of local and international events since 2000.

The convention centre is able to host meetings, conferences, exhibitions and special events of virtually any size and stature, offering exceptionally advanced technology. Multiple events can be staged simultaneously on four main levels and 10 000 visitors can be accommodated at any one time, and boasts a highly-skilled team that is equipped to manage the most demanding specifi cations in any event.

Located in the heart of Johannesburg in Sandton’s business and entertainment district, the centre offers easy access to the OR Tambo International Airport and the Gautrain rapid rail system, 16 hotels with more than 5 000 hotel rooms ranging from economy to deluxe all within walking distance. While Tsogo Sun’s Sandton Sun, Intercontinental Johannesburg Sandton Towers and the Garden Court Sandton City hotels collectively provide 1 000 guest rooms on the convention centre’s doorstep or the convenience of the skywalk. One may alternatively make use of the skywalk linking the Sandton Convention Centre to frequent two

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CONFIGURATION

ROOM NAMEFLOOR AREA M²

COCKTAILINCL BAR / BUFFET STATION CINEMA

SCHOOLROOM 3 PAX BOARDROOM

HOLLOW SQUARE U-SHAPE

BANQUET SERVED 10 PAX (NO EQUIPMENT)

BANQUET BUFFET 10 PAX (NO EQUIPMENT)

Exhibition 1 5430 4000 3900 - - - - - -

Exhibition 2 5058 3500 3500 - - - - - -

The Ballroom 2945 2300 2300 1500 - - - 1500 1200

Boardroom 1 76 50 48 30 15 15 10 40 -

Boardroom 3 86 60 48 30 15 15 10 40 -

Boardroom 4 89 50 48 30 15 15 10 40 -

Boardroom 5 85 50 48 30 15 15 10 40 -

The Bill Gallagher Room 568 350 450 280 - - - 250 200

Skywalk Gallery 400 270 - - - - - - -

Committee Room 2 156 120 120 65 25 25 20 80 64

Committee Room 3 87 30 30 30 18 18 15 40 -

Committee Room 4 238 160 200 100 35 35 30 120 72

Committee Room 5 231 160 200 100 35 35 30 120 72

The Pavilion 4708 3750 4500 2500 - - - 2000 1600


and management, project management, corporate function décor, audio-visual and stage set-ups, airport transfers and accommodation bookings.

The Centre has become a one-stop shop which eases our clients’ workloads considerably. We ensure that the Centre only uses accredited, tried and trusted suppliers – and we also negotiate the best prices for you on your behalf.

Versatility and creative freedom are key traits of The Tshwane Events Centre. No job is too big, small or unusual for us to handle.

Tshwane Events Centre is your very own blank canvas, ready to let you fill your event up with life, energy and innovation. From business meetings and conferences to themed events and exhibitions, the team at the Tshwane Events Centre is looking forward to assisting our existing and new clients’ events to new levels of innovation, colour and excitement.

The Tshwane Events Centre is well known as a hub of activity throughout the year, and is synonymous with the Pretoria Show, has been host to a variety of colourful events ranging from the Independent Electoral Commission’s operation centre for the last four national and provincial elections, to consumer shows, trade shows, film sets, conventions and exhibitions.It not only offers space, variety and flexibility to clients, but also allows for truly memorable and successful events to take place; a blank canvas awaiting the artist to fill it with imagination and creativity! The Centre is 82 000m2 in size and brimming with possibilities for any event organiser. The sheer versatility of the venue’s numerous facilities allows for extraordinary events that very few other venues can match. The Centre has nine exhibition halls and a conference facility, with over 40 000m2 undercover space with a further 42 000m2 available for outside functions, marquees or parking.

The Tshwane Events Centre offers more than just rental space. We offer a full turnkey offering which encompasses everything from logistics to health and safety planning and accreditation – and any other services you may require.

Our services include catering and bar services, event and exhibition planning, marketing

Contact Detailst: +27(12) 327 1487f: +27(12) 327 1501e: [email protected]


CONFIGURATION

ROOM NAME U-SHAPE CINEMA CLASSROOMACCESSIBLE FOR

THE DISABLEDSECURE

PARKING ROOM SUITABLE FOR

Baobab - 500 180 Yes Yes Functions, Meetings, Conferences, Examinations;

Competitions, Shows

Karee 65 - - No Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Marula 30 40 36 No Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Jackal Berry 30 50 30 Yes Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Mopane 18 25 20 No Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Acacia-Karroo 35 60 50 No Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Acacia-Swazica 35 60 50 No Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Acacia-Senegal 35 60 50 No Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Kuieappel 30 50 30 Yes Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Tamboti 11 20 20 No Yes Meetings, Conferences, Examinations

Equipment: All rooms are fitted with white boards and projector screens. Catering is provided by the Clubhouse Restaurant from a selection of menus.

Protea Hotels , Africa’s leading hotel brand has a footprint of more than 100 properties throughout South Africa and seven other African countries, including Zambia, Nigeria, Namibia, Ghana and Uganda amongst others. Each hotel of fers modern design and amenities with a unique blend of global standards combined with proactive and personal service so every guest feels important and cared for. If you’re planning a conference, meeting or event , you will f ind a world-class setting with Protea Hotels from intimate boardrooms, large multipurpose venues and private dining rooms to an exclusive auditorium.

Protea Hotels is a proud member of Marriott International, a leading global hotel group of 19 brands with over 4300 properties across 85 countries in top cities such as London, Dubai and New York.

For more information, visit proteahotels.com

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AFRICAN PRIDE CRYSTAL TOWERS HOTEL & SPA CAPE TOWN

46 VENUE PROFILES | CAPACITY: 8 - 350 www.theevent.co.za

CONFIGURATION

ROOM NAME WIDTH (M) LENGTH (M) HEIGHT (M) BOARDROOM CINEMA SCHOOL ROOM BANQUET COCKTAIL U-SHAPE

Conference Room 1 8 12.4 3.1 20 80 50 50 150 25

Conference Room 2 8 12.4 3.1 20 80 50 50 150 25

Conference Room 3 8 12.4 3.1 20 80 50 50 150 25

Meeting Room 1 8.3 7.9 / 8 3.1 16 40 27 30 30 18

Meeting Room 6 8.2 9.9 / 10 3.1 18 70 40 40 50 20

Welcome to the African Pride Crystal Towers Hotel & Spa, Cape Town. Stimulate debate

and output in your meetings in an environment that automatically lends itself to creativity

and success.

Tailor-made surroundings with a range of technological equipment and experienced

professional support across a choice of eight executive meeting rooms, plus a large

conference centre seating up to 350 delegates. All boardrooms are ideal for breakaway venues

or executive meetings and all guests receive complimentary pure-fibre Wi-Fi.

This is also the ideal venue to host your contemporary, urban celebrations and gatherings,

including car and product launches and training. Our conference venue provides a chic and

stylish backdrop enhanced by incomparable cuisine from the famous Towers Restaurant.

Come and experience the Crystal Life!

Contact DetailsCorner Century Boulevard and Rialto Road, Century City, Cape Town, 7441t: +27 21 525 3888 f: +27 21 525 3889 e: [email protected] africanpridehotels.com/crystaltowers

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Situated just under an hour’s drive from the Cape Town International Airport, in the heart of the Cape Winelands, and boasting a full set of world-class conference facilities, Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa is the ideal venue for your next conference, business meeting, or corporate function.

By way of conference facilities, Le Franschhoek features five state-of-the-art function rooms, seating between 20 and 120 delegates. These can be set up in the following configurations: Banquet, U-Shaped, Cinema, and Classroom style.

For the convenience of conference guests, this luxury Franschhoek hotel has 63 en-suite, lavishly appointed rooms and suites, and two stunning villas. What’s more, the hotel features four on-site restaurants, catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences.

Contact Detailst: +27 21 876 8900e: [email protected]

CONFIGURATIONROOM NAME CINEMA SCHOOLROOM BOARDROOM U-SHAPE BANQUET BANQUET WITH DANCE FLOOR

DISH Restaurant - - - - 80 60

Versailles 120 70 - - 100 80

Chantilly 40 20 14 15 20 -

Excelsior House 120 70 - - 100 80

Winehouse Chapel 80 40 20 20 30 30

To book your Franschhoek weddings, conference, business meeting, or corporate function, visit www.lefranschhoek.co.za, email [email protected], or simply give us a call on +27 (0) 21 876 8900.


NH The Lord Charles Hotel is one of Cape Town’s premier conference and meetings venues and a landmark in the Western Cape leisure tourism landscape, welcoming local and international visitors alike with our signature warm hospitality, excellent service and understated style. Our range of conference venues can accommodate up to 1 500 delegates, bringing refined elegance and contemporary flair to any business meeting or special function.

Conveniently situated in the glorious Cape Winelands, the newly renovated NH The Lord Charles Hotel is only a 20 minute drive from Cape Town International Airport and less than half an hour from Cape Town CBD. The hotel has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment programme to our key service areas, including guestrooms, the hotel lobby, the restaurants and the conference centre.

Contact DetailsCnr. Main Rd (M9) and Broadway Boulevard (R44), Somerset West, 7130, South Africa gps: S 34º 3’ 59.1084”, E 18º 49’ 28.2174”t: + 27 21 855 1040f: +27 900 21 8551107e: [email protected]

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Grand Ballroom 19.44 22 427.7 5.15 500 250 70 80 500 300 YES

Somerset Suites (1,2 and 3) 16 30 480 3.9 600 300 120 On Request 600 360 YES

Vergelegen 9.6 10.9 104.6 3.1 80 50 30 25 60 60 YES

Morgenster 8.1 3.6 29.2 2.7 - - 14 - - - YES

Amsterdam 7.68 4.8 36.8 2.7 25 20 16 16 16 - YES

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The opening of Park Inn by Radisson Newlands marks a new era for the Park Inn by Radisson brand in Sub Saharan Africa. At this first in the next generation of Park Inn by Radisson Hotels, guests can expect to experience the friendliness and vibrancy of the Park Inn by Radisson brand. We are focused on delivering the modern essentials of a great hotel experience that will resonate well with international and domestic travellers. Designed for the global Gen Y, Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands is a friendly, fresh, vibrant and uncomplicated establishment. We aim on a Adding Colours to Life spirit of service which resonates well with today’s travellers.

Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands also offers the best venues for successful meetings. With smart services and smart rooms, including five meeting rooms with the largest able to host

Contact Details10 Hemlock Street, Newlands, 7700, Cape Town t: +27 21 822 6500 f: +27 21 822 6600e: [email protected] parkinn.com/hotel-capetown-newlands

CONFIGURATIONROOM NAME LEVEL FLOOR AREA M2 THEATRE CLASSROOM U-SHAPE BANQUET CABARET COCKTAIL BOARDROOM

Bishopscourt A+B 1 130 160 80 60 100 60 120 -

Bishopscourt A 1 63 80 40 30 50 25 70 -

Bishopscourt B 1 67 80 40 30 50 25 70 -

Varsity 1 68 85 40 30 50 30 50 -

Rhodes 1 68 85 40 30 50 30 60 -

Constantia 1 26 - - - - - - 12

160 pax, the hotel is the smart choice for both formal and informal meetings and events.

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Chic and affordable, the three star select-services Peermont Metcourt hotel boasts a breakfast restaurant, swimming pool, terrace and secure parking facilities. Umfolozi is the number one choice for hosting the perfect event or conference. Recently refurbished, the Kikizela Boma is ideal for private dinner parties, weddings and outdoor functions while the convention venues offer flexible configuration, modern technology and seating capacity for up to 350 delegates.

For larger events, the multi-purpose dome-like Jabulani Arena is the perfect solution and can comfortably accommodate up to 500 people. For the thrill seeker and those craving a little more excitement, the casino offers a 278 slots in various denominations and 12 table games, including Blackjack, Roulette and Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em Poker. Guaranteed to get pulses racing, the exclusive Salon Privé ensures an exclusive gaming experience for the high-roller.

CONFIGURATIONROOM NAME COCKTAIL CINEMA BANQUET BUFFET BANQET SCHOOLROOM U-SHAPE

Umoba Room 120 180 100 100 100-120 40-45

Umoba Room 2 60 80 60 50 30-40 20-22

Ingwenya Boardroom - - - - 12 -

Jabulani Arena 350 550 350 300 250 -

Kikizela boma 140 160 - 80 75 40

Contact Details2 Copper Drive, Kuleka, Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa gps: S: 28° 46’ 24.967”, E: 31° 53’ 58.153”t: +27 35 787 8200e: [email protected] www.umfolozicasino.co.zatwitter: @UmfoloziCasinofacebook: UmfoloziResort

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Village-style buildings, lush green lawns and spacious rooms situated next to the calming Eerste River are the defining characteristics of the 4-star Spier Hotel. Our 153 rooms are clustered around six courtyards, each with their own communal swimming pool. The design is reminiscent of the Bo-Kaap or Mediterranean villages where pedestrians have right of way.

The hotel is a pioneer in responsible tourism and was one of the first in South Africa to be awarded the Fair Trade in Tourism SA accreditation in 2004. In 2011, Spier won the top award in the Doing It All category in the 2015 Readers’ Choice. The Spier Hotel has also recently won a Gold at the Virgin Holidays Partners in Sustainability Award.

The Spier Hotel is situated on the historic Spier wine farm in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands, just 20 minutes from Cape Town International Airport.

CONFIGURATIONROOM NAME FLOOR AREA M² POWER SOCKETS MAX SCREEN HEIGHT MAX SCREEN WIDTH U-SHAPE SCHOOLROOM THEATRE BANQUET

Amphitheatre: Room 1 64 6 1.5 1 15 30 30 30

Auditorium 370 7 3 4 0 250 400 280

Old Wine Cellar 203 6 1.5 1 0 80 100 80

Simonsberg Room 112 3 2 2 30 50 80 60

Stellenberg Room 112 3 2 2 30 50 80 60

Contact DetailsR310 Baden Powell Road, Stellenbosch, 7600 PO Box 1078, Stellenbosch, 7599gps: S 33’58.389’ E 18’46.944t: +27 21 809 1100f: +27 21 809 1106e: [email protected]: twitter.com/spierwinefarmfacebook: www.facebook.com/spierwinefarm

52 VENUE PROFILES | CAPACITY: 500-3 000 www.theevent.co.za

CONFIGURATIONROOM NAME LEVEL FLOOR AREA M² CINEMA COCKTAIL SEATED (WITH

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Auditorium (Day and Night): Ground 100 120 120 50 60 50 20 35

I&J Predator (6pm onward): Ground - - 400 160 180 - - -

Atlantic Ocean Gallery (6pm onward): Ground - - 160 60 60 - - -

Whole Aquarium (6pm onward): Ground - - 750 - - - - -

Ideally situated in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, the Two Oceans Aquarium is renowned for its magnificent displays as well as its unique functions and conferencing venues.

From formal dinners and cocktail parties to conferences presided over by Table Mountain, the Two Oceans Aquarium offers a spectacular setting to host an unforgettable event. This world-class facility is the ideal place to thrill guests or to capture the imagination of conference delegates. For large groups, the entire Aquarium provides a living backdrop for a memorable cocktail party. As sustainability and event greening gains popularity and importance, make a conscious choice and host your next event at the Two Oceans Aqarium. The Aquarium is committed to reducing its environmental impact and, in recognition of its efforts, was awarded Platinum Status by the Heritage Environmental Management Company in 2011.

The Aquarium offers a wide range of menus and beverage options to suit your needs. Contact the functions team to discuss your unique and individual requirements.

Contact DetailsDock Road, V&A Waterfront,Cape Town, 8002gps: 33°54”28.42”S / 18°25”03.56”Et: +27 21 418 38 23 f: +21 21 418 39 52 e: [email protected] www.aquarium.co.za

AMANDA KOTZE-NHLAPO, CHIEF CONVENTION BUREAU OFFICERAmanda Kotze-Nhlapo was appointed (in November, 2011) to the position of Chief Convention Bureau Officer at the South African National Convention Bureau (SANCB), a business unit of South African Tourism.

In total, she brings more than 12 years’ experience in senior management to the NCB having come to South African Tourism from her position as head of the Conventions Bureau and Events at Cape Town Routes Unlimited (CTRU) where she gained stellar experience in developing and managing competitive, creative bids to win business tourism and other big event bids for that city.

In her role as head of the Conventions Bureau and Events at CTRU, she developed and led a team that secured more than R750 million worth of business – over five years – for the city. Inter alia, she provided overall strategic direction and drove marketing operations to promote Cape Town as the preferred destination for business travel and leisure events; developed and managed a sustainable business tourism and events marketing growth plan

that spoke to the national Tourism Growth Strategy; actively courted international associations to secure bids for the destination; was a SAACI board mem-ber; and an active member of the BestCities Global Alliance Board.

She joined the Cape Town destination marketing team in 2006 as an events manager at the Cape Town Metropolitan Council, a position she took after having served Free State Province as an assistant director of SMME development.

She brings intimate knowledge of policy, procedure and protocol of both national and provincial government to her role at the new NCB and her commitment and passion towards growing the global meetings and events industry in South Africa is absolute. Her clear objectives in her position as executive head of the entity are to increase the overall business tourism agenda in South Africa and to drive both awareness and understanding of the power of meetings and events to build international relations and help stimulate economic growth in South Africa.

Amanda hails from the Free State. She holds a BA in Political Science and BA honours degree in International Political Relations, both from the University of the Free State.

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South Africa has long had a strong conferencing industry that has grown steadily year on year. Part of the reason for this continuous growth

is that it is perceived as the ‘gateway to

Africa’, and part of the reason is its advanced infrastructure, constant development, and investment in the business events, tourism, and incentive travel sectors.

2015 saw South Africa reach some

impressive milestones. Most notably was the 163 bids the South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB) secured for the country between 2016 and 2020. This is expected to bring over 150 000 delegates to the country and will contribute approximately R3.1-billion to the economy. The nation also has a vibrant association-meetings industry, with 178 local associations registered on the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) database to date. This is sure to play a role in growing regional rotating meetings. Below is a roundup of the major events that have taken place in the conferencing space over the last twelve months.

Association Congress RoundupAn incredible number of association and other conferences took place in South Africa recently. Meetings Africa saw a number of bodies such as the Event Greening Forum and ICCA conduct official members’ meetings at the trade show, while EXSA inducted 3D Group’s Conrad Kullman into the Hall of Fame at the annual latest EXSA Awards. The Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI) held their annual congress in Cape Town last year with hot topics like events technology, branding, and government tenders on the programme.

Not only local associations held their meetings in SA, but many international organisations did so as well. The International Association for Management of Technology (IAMOT) Conference and

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The Folio Group is a Language Service Provider (LSP) located in Cape Town, South Africa. The founding company, Folio Translation Consultants, was established in 1988. A new division, Folio Online, was created in 2000 in order to serve international clients. The Folio Group is a global leader in the provision of African language services and manages a significant volume of work in West and East European as well as Asian languages.

Our language services include translation, copywriting, editing/proofreading, transcription, localisation, interpreting (simultaneous, consecutive and telephonic), chaperoning/guiding, voice-overs and teleconferences.

Tel: +27 (0)21 426 2727 E-mail: [email protected] [email protected]: www.folio-online.co.za Facebook: facebook.com/folioonline Twitter: @Folio_OnlineUnit 2, 10 Pepper Street, Cape Town 8001

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Association BodiesThe Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI) is the recognised body of the conference and meetings industry in southern Africa. Since 1987 it has been dedicated to efficiency and professionalism in the industry. The work they do is guided by four key pillars: SAACI Community, SAACI Intelligence, SAACI Academy and SAACI Into Africa. Four key tributary pillars support these: branding and communication, stakeholder engagement, sustainability, and future focus.

Contact SAACI: SAACI Head OfficeAddress: PO Box 381, Parklands, 2121Tel: +27 (0)11 880 5883Website: www.saaci.org

Association HubAddress: 158 Jan Smuts Avenue, 4th Floor East Wing, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196

Adriaan LiebetrauChief Executive OfficerEmail: [email protected]: Adriaan.liebetrau1Twitter: @adriaanjl

Agnes NtombelaOperations ManagerEmail: [email protected]: agnes.ntombela1Twitter: @agnesntombela

the World Congress of Basic and Clinical Pharmacology were held in Cape Town, the International Union of Architects flocked to Durban for their congress, the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) held their 19th meeting in Johannesburg, and the prestigious World Economic Forum on Africa was also held in Cape Town at the CTICC.

Other Conferencesand MeetingsIn terms of other meetings that took place in the country, the CTICC saw 32 international conferences and 27 national held within its venue. This brought a total of 35 091 international delegates and 18 650 national delegates to the centre, according to their Integrated Annual Report. “Our performance is measured not only against the bottom line, but also in terms of the contribution we make to the social and economic development of Cape Town, the Western Cape and South Africa,” Julie-May Ellingson, CEO of the CTICC said.

Sandton Convention Centre saw a

number of high-profile governmental and other conferences through its doors. These included the African Union Summit in July, DISCOP Africa, which rated SCC as a ‘dream’ venue, and the South African Association of Pharmacists in Industry (SAAPI), which held its conference at SCC for the first time.

Although Durban ICC has been thriving in its conferencing and events, the venue picked up other accolades, too. It was voted Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Centre at the World Travel Awards in 2015, and shattered the glass ceiling for women in leadership with 57.5% of the centre’s workforce comprising women. Its revenue for 2014 reached R152-million, with a profit before tax of R29-million. “Diligent management at all levels of the company ensured the company maintained its strong gross profit percentage of 76% from the previous financial year. In addition, thorough cost-cutting kept our expenditure to 5% below budget, resulting in a R24-million Net Profit after tax”, said Melanie Rambally, Durban ICC Financial Director.

The 2015 SAACI Congress. From left: Thulani Nzima, former CEO of SA Tourism, Nina Freysen-Pretorius, CEO of The Conference Company and President of ICCA, Zelda Coetzee, former National Chairperson of SAACI, Minister of Tourism Derek Hanekom, Adriaan Liebetrau, CEO of SAACI, and Mmatsatsi Ramawela, CEO of the TBCSA.

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SAACI Head OfficeP.O. Box 381Parklands, 2121

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branches in all nine South African provinces and launch our fi rst branches in the SADC region, representing specifi c industry sectors.

SAACI – your partner in the business-events industry: The Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI) is the recognised trade association of the business-events industry in southern Africa since 1987.

We provide representative products and services to individuals or businesses with common interests, in return for a membership fee. These include conferences, training and educational materials, and more.

Associations are often in a position to offer specialist advice, provide immediate updates regarding changes in industry technical standards, policy and news, and often offer commercial benefi ts through negotiated deals with approved suppliers. Enhancement of a company’s reputation often follows joining a trade association; a badge of quality.

We are dedicated to effi ciency and professionalism in the industry. In fact, SAACI membership is a vital recognition of professional practice. 2016 will see SAACI establish

Contact DetailsAssociation Hub, 158 Jan Smuts Avenue4th Floor, East Wing, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196t: +27 11 880 5883 e: [email protected] www.saaci.org

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KEY BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP:● Preferential rates from suppliers● Mediation facility for exhibitors and organizers● SARS VAT Ruling● Show audits by accredited body ● Negotiation with Government bodies● Exhibitor Training and workshops● Industry Research studies and surveys● Industry promotion

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Globally, the exhibitions industry has fared well, with the African continent and South Africa in particular seeing more growth

than expected considering a number of economic, medical and political challenges. South Africa has long had a vibrant exhibitions industry – more recently in the business sector as well as in public expos. This strong foundation has meant that despite challenges, the nation’s exhibitions industry has expanded and has forged ahead in creating future opportunities for itself and its neighbours.

According to statistics from UFI’s 2015 Global Exhibition Barometer, South African

companies expected their turnover to decrease only slightly compared to the same period the year before, with 57% expecting an increase in turnover. That said, Minister of Tourism Derek Hanekom was extremely positive about the potential for Africa and South Africa’s MICE industry during his address at ibtm world in late 2015.

“The potential of Africa for the MICE industry is exponential. The tide has turned, we can see that our growth opportunities are now also within the African market,” he told delegates, “South Africa offer the business-events industry excellent value for money, deliver authentic, memorable and enriching

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experiences in one of the most captivating, safest and beautiful countries that I am proud to call my home,” Minister Hanekom concluded.

Industry Roundup Thanks to an incredible variety of state-of-the-art facilities, South Africa is well-placed to accommodate any exhibition or business event. The last year has been testament to this fact, with South Africa securing 163 bids for events across diverse industries such as mining, health and agriculture.

Some of the well-known local and international exhibitions that were held on our shores include Meetings Africa, INDABA, World

Minister Hanekom outside Indaba 2015 © Reg Caldecott The team at ibtm africa 2014 © ibtm africa and Thebe Reed Exhibtions

Tony Blair gave a Keynote Address at the 2015 Mining Indaba © 2015 Investing in African Mining Indaba. Image by Anthea Davison Photography

Association Bodies:

EXSAThe Exhibition and Events Association of Southern Africa is designed to actively grow and develop the local and regional exhibitions and eventing sectors. EXSA strongly believes in an association’s unity and ability to eff ectively service the needs of those within the organisation.

Contact EXSA: EXSA Head Offi ceAddress: Gallagher House, Gallagher Estate, Richards Drive, Midrand, South AfricaTel: +27 (0)11 805 7272Email: [email protected] Website: www.exsa.co.za

AAXO The Association of African Exhibition Organisers was formed in 2015 to provide a collective platform to address and represent professional exhibition organisers throughout Africa. With a wealth of knowledge and experience brought to the association

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Travel Market Africa, ibtm africa, Markex, Sports and Events Tourism Exchange, AfricaCom, and Investing in African Mining Indaba. 2016 already has a packed exhibition schedule, with events like Design Indaba, Hobby-X, Decorex, Africa Forum, My Business Expo and many more set for the fi rst few months of the year.

Business to Business OpportunitiesIt goes without saying that South Africa offers incredible business opportunities through face-to-face meetings at exhibitions. For instance, the 2nd WTM Africa contributed to the continent’s tourism sector with over 570 exhibitors, 82% new buyers from over 45 countries, and over 7 600 prescheduled meetings. And while the numbers at the 2015 INDABA decreased compared to the previous year, prescheduled meetings by delegates increased from 2 400 to over 8 700.

Meetings Africa is staying true to its overarching theme of ‘Advancing Africa Together’. The trade show celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2015 with 13 African countries representing over 41 products, while 66% of all international hosted buyers had never visited South Africa before – a robust indicator of the world’s interest in doing business in and with the country.

Mixing Business with PleasureOf course as home to some of the most extraordinary fauna, fl ora and historical features, South Africa is the perfect destination if you’re hoping to mix business and pleasure. Not only are there some fabulous incentive travel opportunities, pre- and post-event tours, and city-wide attractions, but the locals are always happy to lend a helping hand or go the extra mile to make you feel welcome. From the affordable exchange rate to its natural beauty, great weather and over 130 adventures from bungee jumping to shark-cage diving, there’s something for everyone – including exhibitors!

by their members, AAXO has the energy and expertise to deal with the unique challenges professionals in the industry are faced with.

“We believe that exhibition organisers need a collective voice to lobby various stakeholders,” says Carol Weaving, MD of Thebe Reed and Chairperson of AAXO. “Priorities need to be on annual research and industry benchmarking, tracking trends and quantifying our industry in terms of its size and value.”

Contact AXXO: AAXO Head Offi ceAddress: Tel: +27 (0)11 549 8300Website: www.aaxo.co.za

UFI Representing over 600 member organisations, present in 293 cities and in 83 countries, UFI – the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry – is the world’s leading association for tradeshow organisers and fairground owners. Its main goal is to represent, promote and support members and the industry worldwide through effi cient networks, marketing, studies and research, professional seminars and regular meetings of its regional chapters.

Contact UFI: UFI HeadquartersAddress: 17 Rue Louise Michel, 92300 Levallois-Perret, FranceTel: +33 (0)14 639 7500Email: info@ufi .org Website: www.ufi .org UFI Middle East/Africa Offi ceAddress: Expo Centre, Sharjah, UAETel/Fax: +971 6599 1352Email: mea@ufi .org

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18 - 21 March 2016Durban Exhibition Centrewww.decorex.co.za

4 - 6 April 2016CTICCwww.iltm.com/africa

4 - 6 April 2016CTICCwww.ibtmafrica.com

6 - 8 April 2016CTICCwww.wtmafrica.com

29 April - 2 May 2016CTICCwww.decorex.co.za

5 - 9 August 2016Gallagher Convention Centrewww.decorex.co.za

5 - 9 August 2016Gallagher Convention Centrewww.100percentdesign.co.za

8 - 10 September 2016Ticketpro Domewww.BuyaBusinessExpo.co.za

8 - 10 September 2016Ticketpro Domewww.smallbizexpo.co.za

25 - 27 October 2016Protea Hotel Fire and Ice! Menlynwww.sportsandevents.co.za

18 - 21 March 2017Durban Exhibition Centrewww.decorex.co.za

19 - 23 April 2017CTICCwww.africatravelweek.com

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EXSA is recognised internationally as the voice of the exhibition industry in Southern Africa.

Members are comprised of Organisers, Venues and Suppliers.Make sure you use an EXSA member for all your exhibition and event’s needs. EXSA is always available with help and advice.

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The incentive travel industry in South Africa is alive and thriving. And, with so many options to choose from, the country has recently

launched a new campaign called ‘What’s Your Big Five?’, encouraging travellers to share their personal experiences of SA – be it safari, culture, romance, adventure or entertainment.

Companies like Dragonfly Africa, Rhino Africa, Giltedge and Crystal Events and Incentives offer a number of exciting experiences for companies wishing to explore incentive opportunities for their employees. The country has been declared one of the 18 megadiverse destinations in the world and is a pioneer in responsible tourism initiatives. Incentive packages also include ‘voluntourism’ where folks can get involved in numerous conservation projects to protect its natural heritage, or contribute to the country’s social wellbeing.

Some of the most popular things to do

include visiting the Cape and its surrounds, especially the Cape Winelands and Table Mountain National Park, as well as a trip to Sun City, luxury rail tours with companies like Rovos Rail, exploring the frenetic, urban expanse of Johannesburg, and, of course, a road trip along the luscious Garden Route along the eastern coast.

Incentive News UpdatesDragonfly Africa Group, one of the leading DMCs in Southern and East Africa, recently announced a management buyout of the business. CEO Mike Waller and three other executives will acquire additional shares, meaning the people who have invested their time and expertise over the company’s 30-odd year existence will continue to maintain its success.

The Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention Bureau hosted a high-level German site inspection team of eight significant

incentive and corporate meeting buyers. According to a recent Tourism Business

Council of South Africa (TBCSA) Tourism Business Index Report, overall the industry achieved above normal business performance levels for the last quarter of 2015. The weak exchange rate was cited as the most prominent positive factor stimulating foreign tourism, although domestic tourism leisure demand proved to be the biggest performance driver over this period.

The Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) Southern Africa held the Business Events Conference 2016 at Century City Conference Centre in partnership with Wesgro, Gearhouse and the SITE Foundation in January.

For Excitement and Natural BeautySA has enough to tickle any personality’s fancy, from the adrenalin junkie to the

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Shamwari Game Reserve, situated in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, is an unforgettable destination.© SA Tourism

Association Bodies & Useful Contacts:

SATSAThe Southern Africa Tourism Services Association offers inbound tourism services companies the highest level of quality in the tourism industry, striving to maintain three key qualities: credibility, value and authority.

Contact SATSA:SATSA Head OfficeAddress: 3rd Floor Petrob House, 343 Surrey Avenue, Ferndale, Johannesburg, 2194Tel: +27 (0)11 886 9996Email: [email protected] Website: www.satsa.com

SITE Southern Africa The Society for Incentive Travel Excellence comprises 2 000 members in 90 countries with 29 chapters spanning the globe

and providing local connectivity. SITE Southern Africa’s current and future focus is to develop and mentor their younger members, as well as offer support to others.

Contact SITE Southern Africa:SITE Southern Africa Head OfficeAddress: Cape Town, South Africa, 8001Tel: +27 (0)84 682 7676Email: [email protected]: www.sitesouthernafrica.com

TBCSA The Tourism Business Council of South Africa was established in 1996 to ensure the industry is unified and engages relevant stakeholders on macro-economic issues affecting the sector.

Contact the TBCSA:TBCSA Head OfficeAddress: 3 Amethyst Street, Lyttleton Manor, Centurion, Pretoria

Tel: +27 (0)12 664 0120Email: [email protected] Website: www.tbcsa.travel

SA TourismSouth African Tourism is the nation’s information gateway for tourism and incentive travel, with useful facts and ideas on what to expect when visiting South Africa. The organisation is linked with the SANCB, the Department of Tourism, SA National Parks, the Tourism Grading Council and others in promoting the country as a destination.

Contact SA Tourism:SAT Head OfficeAddress: Bonjanala House, 90 Protea Road, Chislehurston, Johannesburg, 2196Tel: +27 (0)11 895 3000Email: [email protected]: www.southafrica.net, www.businessevents.southafrica.net

beauty is your employees’ cup of tea, a trip along the Panorama Route is ideal. From geological wonders, waterfalls and sweeping Lowveld vistas to the unbelievably gorgeous Blyde River Canyon and Bourke’s Luck Potholes, this region is filled with visual magnificence. Elephant Coast: Track the coastline in northern KwaZulu-Natal to the World Heritage Site of iSimangalisgo. This natural Eden brings fresh, natural wonders every season, from whales in November to turtles in December and Big 5 reserves with spectacular landscapes.

more artistic types. Here’s a taste of the diverse incentive travel options you can choose from when you plan. Cape Peninsula and Winelands: One of the most beautiful regions on the planet, the Cape Peninsula is a splendid place to take an evening drive. View the stunning mountains, beaches, and protected fauna and flora from up close as you traverse this panoramic route. The Cape Winelands are just as picturesque, and is a treasure trove of fine cuisine and wine tasting for connoisseurs. The Panorama Route: If breath-taking

Hartbeesport Dam: Located about 35km west of Pretoria in the North West, Hartbeespoort offers a range of exciting activities from cable rides, water sports and horse trails, to canopy tours, balloon safaris, quad-biking and golfing. Garden Route: Named one of the 10 best walking routes in the world by te UK’s Telegraph, the Garden Route offers up a lush experience of wildlife conservation, pristine coastline exploration, and forests and gorges that stretches at Table Mountain and includes the Alexandria Trail and the Addo Elephant National Park.

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South Africa and its neighbours have been growing their meetings footprint over the last few years to include not only local corporate

meetings, but rotating regional meetings as well. There is still much opportunity for growth, especially with South Africa attracting 69 955 international association professionals in 2015 – positioning it as the top convention destination in Africa and the Middle East.

In the true spirit of the continent, trade shows like Meetings Africa, World Travel Market Africa, and INDABA have focused heavily on collaboration and partnerships. Associations, too, have taken up this mantle of working together to present robust, cohesive business events that are capable of meeting the needs of locals and internationals with world-class standards.

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Century City Conference Centre Meeting Space (Artist Impression) ©Century City Conference Centre

NH The Lord Charles have revamped their meeting space offerings.

for international associations to grow their membership by hosting congresses in Africa…Africa is generally an easy our travelling time from most destinations and with the network that our partners Emirates have, a stopover in Dubai is always an attractive addition.” She adds that in the South African context, not only are there a huge number of South African professionals and academics gaining recognition on an international level, but “the country itself is world-renowned for its beauty, diversity and hospitality.”

The meetings sector of the business-events industry has seen rapid growth recently despite the less than favourable economic climate, particularly in the form of property upgrades, renovations and new facilities. One of the most prominent of these is the Century City Conference Centre (CCCC), which opened its doors in early 2016 to fi ll a gap in the small to medium-sized conference sector. Others like Aquila Private Game Reserve, Lanzerac Hotel and Spa and NH The Lord Charles have all revamped their offerings and offer meeting space for between 90 and 600 pax.

Hotel growth has spiked tremendously across the continent, a sign of how business travellers are increasingly visiting Africa for both long and short-term trips. Hilton plans on new hotels in Africa, with

7 250 rooms in its pipeline, while Carlson Rezidor has 6 953 rooms spread across 32 hotels. Marriott has 6 412 rooms in its development plans – up 22% since 2014.

South Africa’s meetings industry is looking good for 2016, with a number of conference organisers and local companies sharing a bright outlook for the future of the industry. As Sylvia Andre of MCI Group so perfectly puts it, “The future of the business events in Africa is undoubtedly bright. On an educational level, there is enormous potential

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Business Movements Impacting the Meetings Sector• 65% of African CEOs felt that new

geographic markets were key to their business growth in 2015. (PwC, 17th Global CEO Survey 2014)

• 85% rated international assignments as either ‘very important’, ‘important’ or having ‘some importance’ in developing high-potential talent. The shift is because it more cost eff ective to send lower-level employees, the developmental opportunities for the individual are high, and this age group is more willing to relocate overseas. (PwC, 17th Global CEO Survey 2014)

• Africa’s most important cities of opportunity are as follows: Cairo, Tunis, Johannesburg, Casablanca,

Algiers, Accra, Nairobi, Lagos, Addis Ababa and Kampala, with new cities for business opportunities burgeoning in Dar es Salaam, Lusaka, Abidjan and Kigali. (PwC, Into Africa, March 2015)

• Sustainability will become entrenched in building design and occupier requirements, with Africa’s most ambitious countries changing city design and building practices. (PwC, Real Estate 2020: Building the Future) This is already evident in the new and more fl exible conferencing venues and hotel accommodation going up across the continent.

• Although South Africa’s economy weakened in 2014, the hotel market saw an 8% increase in foreign visitors. This was its third

consecutive year of strong growth with a 9.1% advance following two years of double digit gains. (PwC, Hospitality Outlook 2015)

• A total investment of R3.5-billion is planned for new hotels in Cape Town over the next four years, resulting in an added

2 100 rooms to the overall market. (PwC, Hospitality Outlook 2015)

• Most international companies already have some presence in at least one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s Top 3 populous cities: Lagos, Kinshasa and Johannesburg. (PwC Global Economy Watch 2014)

• Africa has the fastest-growing middle class population and the highest mobile broadband growth rate in the world. (PwC, Africa Megatrends)

Trade shows like Meeti ngs Africa, World Travel Market Africa, and INDABA have focused heavily on collaborati on and partnerships.

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SAACI CEO Adriaan Liebetrau addressing delegates at the SAACI Congress 2015.

Africa has a vibrant association sector, with South Africa leading the continent in its membership opportunities. Local associations

have been championing interaction and collaboration with regional bodies over the last few years. In 2014, South Africa hosted 124 international association conferences, of which 81% were international rotating events. 178 South African associations are registered on the ICCA database.

International AssociationsCape Town International Convention Centre’s CEO Julie-May Ellingson became the first African representative to be voted onto the AIPC Board of Directors in August 2015. “It is the first time that we have representation from Africa and we look forward to increased collaboration with the African continent in our quest to share knowledge and best practice,” Geoff Donaghy, AIPC President said in a statement.

“I strongly advocate for partnerships and knowledge exchange and believe my experience gained within the public and private sectors, leading two significant international convention centres in Africa, as well as my understanding of the African market will contribute to the continued growth in the value proposition of the AIPC in both Africa and internationally,” Ellingson said.

Johannesburg Expo Centre CEO Craig Newman, who also serves as Vice Chair for UFI Middle East/Africa Chapter, has been vocal about African association movement. “We believe that Africa represents the next frontier for growth and development for this association, and global membership can only benefit by giving Africa its support. As such, I spend a great deal of my time and energy on creating even greater awareness around UFI, promoting what it has to offer the industry, and most importantly - growing its footprint in the African region,” he said recently. UFI

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A speaker sharing at the EXSA Conference in 2015.

Useful Contacts:

AAXO – Association of African Exhibition Organisers www.aaxo.co.za [email protected]

ABTA – African Business Travel Associationwww.abta.co.za [email protected]

AIPC – International Association of Convention Centreswww.aipc.org [email protected]

EGF – Event Greening Forumwww.eventgreening.co.za [email protected] EXSA – Exhibition and Event Association of Southern Africawww.exsa.co.za [email protected]

ICCA – International Congress and Conventions Association www.iccaworld.com

[email protected]

IFEA – International Festivals & Events Association www.ifea.com

SAACI – Southern African Association for the Conference Industry www.saaci.org [email protected]

SATSA – Southern Africa Tourism Services Association www.satsa.com [email protected]

SITE Southern Africa – Society for Incentive Travel Excellence www.sitesouthernafrica.com [email protected]

TBCSA – Tourism Business Council of South Africa www.tbcsa.travel

UFI – The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry www.ufi.org [email protected]

exciting year ahead. Says Cindy Wandrag: “The vision of AAXO is to be a powerful voice representing the interests of exhibition organisers and promoting the growth of the industry. In 2016, AAXO will host a number of training and networking events for organisers and member-associated exhibitors, boosting collaboration with venues and suppliers. AAXO will also be pursuing ongoing research efforts into the South African and African markets, in order to provide valuable insights and resources to members.”

Congress 2017 takes place in South Africa.ICCA announced their new five-year

strategic plan at the General Assembly before last year’s Congress in Buenos Aires. It includes a new vision to shape the future and value of international association meetings by positioning the association closer to the aspirations of its members’ clients. “Why a new Strategic Plan? Quite simply, the world around us is changing,” ICCA President Nina Freysen-Pretorius said in her address at the congress. “ICCA itself faces increased competition – for our time, our attention and our marketing money; ICCA members face even worse competition – locally, nationally, internationally and in cyber-space; and less obviously perhaps, so do the international associations we work with.”

The local chapter of SITE, the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence, recently rebranded to SITE Southern Africa. “The great advantage is that we can now officially network and grow together. There is an ocean of opportunities out there and the more industry partners we reach out to, the better we can share experiences and get better at our game,” SITE Southern Africa President Tes Proos said. The body’s priority for the next two years is to develop their younger members in the business travel industry.

Local AssociationsEXSA held their annual conference at Spier in the Western Cape. The organisation continually strives to increase the significance of exhibitions and events through face-to-face marketing, says Sue Gannon, EXSA General Manager. “EXSA will roll out its very own Academy in 2016 to actively grow and develop skills specific to the industry. The Academy will meet the growing demand for skills development and job creation and cover all compliance, legislative and training needs for its members and the larger events industry.”

SAACI, the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry, has a clear focus for the coming year. Says Adriaan Liebetrau, CEO of SAACI: “SAACI’s focus for 2016 is captured in our theme for the year, ‘With Knowledge, It’s Possible’. As we launched the SAACI Academy at the end of 2015, our key member benefit drive will be online learning and expanding on our face-to-face short courses already taking place at our head office to the

regional branches in South Africa.” They aim to launch branches in

Northern Cape, North West, Mpumalanga and Limpopo by Mid-May, with an SADC expansion as well. “As many new initiates were introduced to our members in 2015, head office will look at efficiency through refinement, finding ways to streamline our operations even further, and making it easier for our members to find information and have access to the list of benefits we offer,” he concluded.

The newly formed AAXO looks to an

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We believe that Africa represents the next frontier for growth and development for this association, and global membership can only benefit by giving Africa its support.

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and Ubers abound for those who wish to avoid rentals and public transport.

SustainabilitySouth Africa is fast-becoming an urbanised nation. Out of almost 60 million people, 59% of the population live in urban communities, this according to Statistics SA 2014 and UNESCO 2006. As such, the country is wholly invested in finding sustainable solutions to all areas of its society.

This is never more evident than in the business-events sector. Not only is South Africa home to Hotel Verde, the world’s greenest hotel, but many exhibitions and trade shows have green awards or initiatives associated with them. The Event Greening Forum (EGF) is very involved in creating a more standardised and sustainable, green events industry, offering training, workshops, guidelines and support to PCOs, venues, exhibitors and suppliers.

Safety and Security The rainbow nation is sufficiently equipped to respond to and guard against high-risk situations during conferences, events and special functions. The country’s health and safety codes are upheld by most professionals working within the industry, while many also offer the ability to beef up security details if needed or requested. A number of convention centres such as Sandton Convention Centre and CSIR ICC are well versed in dealing with high-profile international and governmental guests and as such have strong protocols in place to support these kinds of events.

Entertainment and Down TimeSouth Africa is a wealth of natural, historical, cultural and adventure attractions. When you’re not heading off to your next corporate meeting, or if you’re planning an incentive getaway for your employees; this country is ideally situated

South Africa is not only equipped with a mountain of specialist services to cater to your every whim and fancy, but the country

also services the wider African continent, as well as many international clients. With ever-developing infrastructure and a growing economy, the country is well-positioned to facilitate any meeting, event, conference, or incentive engagement.

Food and HospitalityAlthough South Africa has delectable traditional treats to tantalise any foodie, the country also offers a variety of western and eastern dishes to cater to the less adventurous. Countless wine-tasting routes and five-star restaurants cater to your every whim and fancy, while metropolitan areas are a paradise to the discerning palate.

Added to the diversity of food choices are the country’s business-event catering capabilities. Durban ICC’s chefs, for instance, have received accolades and awards for their gastronomic creations.

Most venues and suppliers offer flexible hospitality and food arrangements for visitors, including catering to those with vegetarian, religious or medical needs.

Food and Hospitality Africa takes place at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg. It is an ideal place for meeting those servicing this sector, and is the only pan-African food, drink and hospitality trade show.

Transportation and AccessibilityTransportation in South Africa is convenient and easily accessible. Three major international airports are located in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg, while smaller regional airline hubs offer connecting flights – often daily.

A range of rental agencies offer visitors wheels at the airport, while many others are available in all major cities and towns. Johannesburg, Tshwane, Cape Town and Durban also have advanced public transport networks including the Gautrain, so named for the province in which it is situated.

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) recently acquired the first train of their R172-billion, ten-year investment in modern, state-of-the-art passenger trains, to replace the current Metrorail system. Cape Town continues to invest in MyCiti bus infrastructure across the city bowl and beyond. Metered taxis

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Your travel options in a nutshell:• Airline, international or connecting• Rental vehicle, available

in most cities• Railway, available in major cities• Buses, both intercity

and long-distance • Metered taxis or Ubers can

be called or flagged down

Don’t miss...• Don’t miss out on Mzoli’s Place

in Gugulethu, near Cape Town. The establishment’s braaied (barbequed) meat is to die for – attracting tourists and locals alike.

• Each year Eat Out holds the Mercedes-Benz Restaurant Awards. The Test Kitchen in Woodstock, Cape Town, was announced the top eatery for 2015. As its name implies, it offers up innovative and creative, flavourful dishes.

• SA’s food delicacies include Boerewors, Cape Malay Curry, Malva Puddling, Braai or Shisanyama, Bunny Chow, Milk Tart and Bobotie.

game drives and more, each province has something for the intrepid traveller.

Technological Services Most conference, corporate meeting and convention venues offer all the basics an event needs to successfully run. This includes Wi-Fi, business centres, technological needs and production requirements. In addition, companies like Gearhouse offer additional tech

to not only accommodate their five-star needs, but also to entertain them with true African hospitality.

South Africa is a beautiful country, this goes without saying, and there are fabulous panoramas to explore, beaches to relax on, and forests to get lost in. Added to this are its many cultural and historical gems – township and museum tours, eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and indigenous villages that invite visitors to discover their traditions. Adventure is never far off – from water sports and bungee jumping, to zip lining,

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The Gearhouse GroupThe Gearhouse Group of Companies is the

country’s premier equipment supplier to

the Live Events industry. Services currently

available include Lighting, Audio, Structures,

Power, Rigging, Audio Visual, Sets, Daylight

Screens, ICT solutions, Venue Technical

Management, Grandstand Seating, Portable

Venues, Theatre Lighting and Permanent

Installations for stadia, malls and cinemas.

Branches in the three major centres provide

“one stop shopping” countrywide.

t: +27 11 216 3000 (JHB), +27 21 929 7200 (CT)

+27 31 792 6200 (DBN)

e: [email protected], [email protected]

[email protected]

www.gearhouse.co.za

Popular SA attractions include:• Table Mountain – For cable car

rides, scenic views, and hikes• Apartheid Museum – A solemn

concrete apartheid exhibit space• Cradle of Humankind – UNESCO

World Heritage Site and listed archaeological area

• Gold Reef City – A theme park with thrill rides, 4D shows, and mining history

• Blyde River Canyon – A place of natural beauty, safaris, hiking, and camping

• Tsitsikamma National Park – For forests, bungee jumping, hiking, and zip lining

assistance and a range of equipment along with support, while companies like Lumi offer conference-specific tech such as event apps, voting systems, and more.

Tshwane recently began rolling out free Wi-Fi across the city, while many malls and other urban places offer free Wi-Fi along with their primary services.

Top Ten Road Trips to Make in SA1. Cape Peninsula at Dusk A treasury of mountains,

beaches, scenic beauty and protected fauna and flora

2. Garden Route Lush, evergreen forests,

with beaches, rivers, lakes, friendly little towns and dramatic mountain scenery

3. Cape Winelands Dazzling views coupled with

tasty, well-priced wines and 16 diverse wine routes

4. Panorama Route Breath-taking from beginning to

end, from canyons and waterfalls to sweeping Lowveld vistas

5. Johannesburg to Durban A golden grassland of

flower fields and farmlands, with majestic Drakensburg Mountains at the horizon

6. Johannesburg to Cape Town Magnificent scenery and

historic towns, nature reserves, spectacular mountain passes and lush farmlands

7. KwaZulu-Natal Midlands An exploration of colonial heritage,

micro-breweries, art galleries, craft studios and country pubs

8. Cape West Coast An unspoiled coastline with acres

of wildflowers, birdlife, lakes, fresh seafood and warm hospitality

9. Elephant Coast A natural Eden with fresh wonders

each season is the coastline to the World Heritage Site of iSimangaliso

10. Route 62 The world’s longest wine route

includes tasting, dining, country shopping and homely hospitality

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South Africa has gone from strength to strength in its business-events industry. The nation already has an excellent track record in hosting

international events, from COP17 and the 5th BRICS Summit to the recent World Economic Forum. Few other destinations have such a variety of options in the field. With such growth, South Africa is poised to become the premier long-haul destination of the future.

Conferences, Meetings and ExhibitionsEvent planners will truly enjoy the professionalism and capabilities South Africa has to offer. The country is Africa’s top meetings and events destination, and added to this is their year-on-year rise in the global ICCA rankings. It rose two places, from 34th to 32nd position in 2014, having hosted 124 international and regional business events. Its cities are also reflections of this success, with Cape Town remaining the most successful city in SA for business events at 41st on the ICCA list. Johannesburg made the most improvement as a city, moving from 136 in 2013 to a remarkable

101st in the ranks in 2014. The sunny city of Durban tied with the cities of Auckland, Basel, Bordeaux and Montpellier at 125th.

The country offers some stunning venues for conferences, events and expos. These include stadiums hosting anywhere between 43 500 and 94 000, large convention and exhibition centres such the Durban ICC, Johannesburg Expo Centre, Sandton Convention Centre and the CTICC, and small to mid-sized venues like Gallagher Convention Centre, Emperors Palace, Sun City Resort, and Century City Conference Centre. South African suppliers are also well-positioned with the expertise and experience to handle almost any job. Many have flexible and sustainable options for event planners to choose from.

Incentive Travel and Pre- and Post-Event ToursIf your delegates are visiting South Africa for the first time, the country offers an incredible selection of pre- and post-event tours. These include tours of the city they are in, as well as bespoke tours – from a visit to the diamond mines and bicycling through Soweto, to

art galleries, game drives and more. Incentive travel is also a robust

sector of South Africa’s business-events economy. No matter what your requirements or needs, South Africa can cater to it with its sheer diversity in attractions, activities and adventures.

SA’s Track RecordIn 2016, South Africa is set to host the International AIDS Conference from 17-20 July 2016 with over 20 000 delegates set to attend. In September, the 35th International Geological Congress will be held, attracting the world’s thought leaders and academics. And in 2017, UFI will hold its Congress in South Africa. The nation has already secured 177 international association conferences for the next five years, which is meant to generate an estimated R3.5-billion in economic impact. Below are just a few of the high-level events that took place in from 2013-2015:

EVENT DATE & HOST CITY

World Economic Forum on Africa

3-5 June 2015Cape Town

25th African Union Summit June 2015Johannesburg

International Union of Architects 15th World Congress

3-7 August 2014Durban

World Congress of Basic and Clinical Pharmacology

13-18 July 2014Cape Town

39th World Small AnimalVeterinary Association Congress

16-19 September 2014Cape Town

World Design Capital 2014Cape Town

The BRICS Summit 2013 Durban

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COP17 in Durban © UNclimatechange

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Useful Contacts:

SANCB – South Africa National Convention Bureau The SANCB is a great resource for those wishing to bring their business events to the country. A one-stop avenue for information, advice and assistance, they offer support for bidding and meeting planning, from venue choices to incentive destinations. Their website is also a wealth of information, complete with toolkits and useful facts on South Africa.

Contact SANCBSANCB Head OfficePO Box: Private Bag X10012, Sandton, 2146, South AfricaTel: +27 (0)11 895 3000Email: [email protected]: www.businessevents.southafrica.net

GCEB – Gauteng Convention and Events BureauThe GCEB provides information and assistance to meeting and incentive planners, as well as media,

corporate, and association buyers. As a province with an extensive track record in hosting events, the GCEB is well-positioned to offer support and services such as bid material, venue and accommodation sourcing, networking, lobbying and promotional support.

Contact GCEBGCEB Head OfficeAddress: 124 Main Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, South AfricaTel: +27 (0)11 085 2500Email: [email protected]: www.gauteng.net/business

Durban KZN Convention BureauThe Durban KZN Convention Bureau is a partnership initiative of the KZN Department of Economic Development, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs, and the eThekwini Municipality. The body promotes business-tourism services in the province and city, and provides support services to those hosting their conferences and meetings in the region.

Contact Durban KZN CBDurban KZN CB Head OfficeAddress: Ithala Trade Centre, 29 Canal Quay Road, Durban, 4001, South AfricaTel: +27 (0)31 366 7500Email: [email protected]: www.durbankzncb.co.za

Wesgro – Cape Town and Western Cape Convention Bureau The Cape Town and Western Cape Convention Bureau is a business unit of Wesgro, the province’s official destination marketing, investment and trade promotion agency. The bureau and Cape Town Tourism have partnerships with over 2 500 industry service providers which operate in the city and its five surrounding regions. Wesgro offers support for business events in these areas.

Contact WesgroWesgro Head OfficeTel: +27 (0)21 487 8600Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.wesgro.co.za, www.discoverctwc.co.za/conventions

Soweto © Steven dosRemedios

The Western Cape is a gem at the southern end of Africa. Cape Town – the oldest city in South Africa – is steeped in history,

refl ected in architecture, culture and cuisine. It is internationally renowned and regularly acknowledged as one of the best cities in the world for leisure and business travel. Table Mountain, one of the world’s seven natural wonders, is universally recognised and Nelson Mandela’s legacy at the adjacent Robben Island only serves to heighten attention paid to this scenic locale.

With natural beauty galore, visitors to the region have ample locations to explore and enjoy. Relish moments that include time spent on blue-fl ag status beaches accompanied by glorious sunsets, and the observation of the wildlife at game reserves. Other activities in the city include fun bus tours around the city, thriving nightlife, theatres and dining at the fantastic restaurants.

Cape Town’s accolades include being named Africa’s leading destination by the World Tourism Awards in 2014. In 2015, it was also nominated as a leading meetings and conference destination. It was also the 2014 World Design Capital. Cape Town International Airport regularly features as one of the best airports in Africa. The region’s versatility makes it a very attractive hub for fi lming as well.

Cape Town is representative of the region, not only is it spectacularly beautiful, culturally diverse but also bustling with innovation, progress and economic activity. The Western Cape is known for its production and export of wine and cheeses and there are hundreds of wine farms to indulge the

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The elegant CTICC is ideally positioned to showcase local and international events.

Robben Island © SA Tourism

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CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

VENUE THEATRE CLASSROOM BANQUET COCKTAIL

Auditorium 1 500 - - -

Full Ballroom 1 980 1 296 1 300 1 500

Exhibition Hall (2) 2 000 1 500 1 600 1 600

Exhibition Hall (3) 2 200 1 690 1 800 1 700

Full Exhibition Centre 9 500 7 720 6 100 7 300

palate. Its economy is one of the best in South Africa, and the country itself is the second-biggest economy in Africa. The largest contributor to GDP is the fi nancial services and business sector followed by manufacturing, tourism and energy.

Cape Town International Convention CentreWith a view of Table Mountain and a stone’s throw from the luxe Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the elegant convention centre is ideally positioned to showcase local and international events. Highly-appealing, the world-class and modern multi-purpose conference and exhibition centre boasts award-winning architectural designed facades and interiors. It has up to 10 000m2 of pristine exhibition space, multi-storey escalators and glass design, serving to enhance versatility and fl exibility. It is currently expanding, with plans to unveil in 2017, providing an additional 10 000m2 of multi-purpose conference and exhibition space and 3 000m2 of formal and informal meeting space.

Century City Conference Centre Situated in the heart of the Century City precinct, this bold new conference centre opened its doors in early 2016. It is suitable for hosting launches, expos and other events typically ranging from 400 to 1 900 people. Its bold architectural exterior is a herald for world-class connectivity, electric creativity and innovation. Venues include four large halls, a spacious open plan foyer, as well as eleven meeting rooms. It caters mainly to the South African market, although it receives signifi cant international interest thanks to its management’s consistent presence at global trade shows.

Situated in the heart of the Century City precinct, Century City Conference Centre is suitable for hosti ng launches, expos and other events typically ranging from 400 to 1 900 people.

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Johannesburg, one of the biggest cities in Africa is situated in Gauteng and affectionately referred to as ‘Egoli’, or simply ‘Jozi’. Established in 1886,

it is relatively young for a major city, but is distinguished nonetheless. Though not an official capital of the country, it is the undisputed economic hub and most powerful commercial centre on the continent. Additionally, about 70% of South African companies are headquartered there. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is one of the top twenty worldwide in terms of market capitalisation. O R Tambo International Airport is one of the busiest in Africa and its Gautrain, the state-of-the-art rapid transit railway linking Pretoria and Johannesburg also links the airport and Sandton.

Sandton City is the must-visit shopping

touch with their origins, and where they can explore the famous Maropeng Centre.

Johannesburg Expo CentreIt is the ideal venue for trade shows, concerts and large events as it has the largest, dedicated exhibition facilities in Africa. It has at least 100 000m² of outdoor exhibition space and a multi-purpose arena able to accommodate up to 20 000 delegates. Centrally located, it is also suitable for conferences based on size and flexibility and proffers personalised and excellent service provided by a team ready to assist.

Sandton Convention Centre It is reputed to be one of South Africa’s leading event locales. It is spread over four

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mecca catering for discerning taste. Montecasino, a faux-Tuscan entertainment complex is a spectacle worth exploring, to try one’s hand at the casino, or visit the cinemas, theatre and restaurants. Must-see attractions include Nelson Mandela landmarks; the Apartheid Museum, Hector Pietersen Memorial - visit while doing a Soweto Tour – and Liliesleaf Farm reflect South Africa’s turbulent history. Other attractions include Gold Reef City, the historical theme park, as well as the traditionally edgy Market Theatre, now the centre for modern South African playwriting. For the requisite African adventure visit The Lion Park, a sanctuary not only for the lion, but also for the cheetah, wild dog, hyena, zebra, giraffe and antelope. Furthermore, The Cradle of Humankind, just outside the city, will put visitors in

Sandton Convention CentreGautrain, the state-of-the-art rapid transit railway linking Pretoria and Johannesburg. ©Kevin Wright

levels, with multi-use event spaces and venues within easy reach of the Gautrain and OR Tambo International Airport. It has décor defined as contemporary Afro-chic, is technologically advanced and incorporates an experienced team to ensure a successful event. Markedly, the Ballroom is characterised by hand-woven wall coverings and is adaptable to numerous seating and size configurations.

Did you know? Johannesburg, customarily associated with gold is also green. With more than six million trees; though not quite the largest man-made forest globally, it is certainly one of the most wooded cities in the world.

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JOHANNESBURG EXPO CENTRE

VENUE BANQUET COCKTAIL CINEMA SCHOOLROOM

Hall 5 2 400 5 600 5 600 3 600

Hall 6 4 000 9 400 9 400 6 100

Hall 7 1 500 3 700 3 700 2 400

Hall 8 1 500 3 700 3 700 2 400

Hall 9 2 000 5 000 5 000 3 200

SANDTON CONVENTION CENTRE

VENUE BANQUET COCKTAIL / FOYER SCHOOLROOM

The Ballroom 1 900 770 1 100

The Bill Gallagher Room 300 500 240

The Pavillion 2 900 4 500 2 800

Johannesburg Expo Centre ©Jessica Notelo

Sandton Convention Centre is spread over four levels, with multi-use event spaces and venues within easy reach of the Gautrain and OR Tambo International Airport.

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Gauteng’s Tshwane is the administrative capital of South Africa – it is the location of the executive branch of government

– and has a population of about 2.9 million. In close proximity to Johannesburg, the Jacaranda City – named after its purple-hued trees – is very distinct from its neighbour. Its cityscape is characterised by some prominent monuments, like the Voortrekker Monument and the iconic Union Buildings, built by Sir Herbert Baker and known for its impressive gardens. Its most distinguished moment occurred when Nelson Mandela was inaugurated as South Africa’s first democratically elected

President; and his impressive nine-metre statue, with arms outstretched to the nation, towers here in remembrance.

It is the diplomatic hub of South Africa, having the most foreign representative bodies in the world, bar Washington. As the seat of government, all related departments are within the city precinct. It is also an academic hub, having four universities and seven national science councils.

The Dinokeng Game Reserve is the first free-roaming Big-5 residential game reserve in the province. A historical tour can be undertaken at Cullinan Gold Mine where most people consider the largest rough diamond in history was discovered.

The struggle for liberation is documented at Freedom Park as a symbol of hope, yet acknowledging a fraught past. If you have a love for all things aviation, a visit to the South African Airforce Museum will escort you to a storied aviation era with wartime artefacts and military equipment. The longest mono-cableway in Africa affords scenic views of the Magaliesburg and Hartbeespoort Dam, where locals converge for adventure activities.

Tshwane is very accessible due to the five major highways linking it to Gauteng’s other regions and neighbouring provinces and the renowned Gautrain connecting it with Johannesburg. It is a safe domestic destination and the region boasts outdoor

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CSIR International Convention Centre

attractions like a wetland and nature reserves. The volcanic crater - Tswaing Crater – is known as being one of only four meteorite crater museums in the world. In addition, visit street markets, shop, as well as dine at vibrant restaurants.

CSIR International Convention CentreWithin the confines of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research precinct, surrounded by indigenous bush, is the renowned International Convention Centre. Its impressive façade leads to immaculate facilities coupled with quality service. It has 13 meeting venues, including the new outer deck which can accommodate 500 guests. There are two international standard raked-floor auditoriums, seating 500 and 150 delegates respectively, as well as six banquet rooms.

Tshwane Events CentreThe Conference Centre situated in the heart of the Tshwane Events Centre has eleven conference exhibition halls, with different capacities. Halls A, C, H and J have seating capacity for 1 928, 3 780, 2 325 and 5 800 people respectively. The largest conference venue is the Boabab, seating a maximum of 500 people cinema style.

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Diamond Auditorium - 450 -

Emerald Auditorium 100 42 18

Amethyst Room 140 42 30

Exhibition Hall 700 402 69

“ Tshwane is a safe domestic destination and the region boasts outdoor attractions like a wetland and nature reserves. The volcanic crater - Tswaing Crater – is known as being one of only four meteorite crater museums in the world.

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CSIR International Convention CentreThe Statue of Nelson Mandela at the Union Buildings.

Southern Sun Pretoria hotel

If variety is the spice of life, KwaZulu-Natal epitomises red-hot spicy, gauging from their multicultural populace and fiery cuisine! Situated on the

East Coast, hugging the Indian Ocean; its warm sea temperatures tempt the adventure and leisure-seeker alike. It is the second-most densely populated of the nine provinces in South Africa, roughly the size of Portugal and proffers oodles of majestic experiences befitting the royal Zulu kingdom. Thrill-seekers can indulge in activities like swimming with sharks, watching whales, fishing, diving and

snorkelling. To boot, safari expeditions are also available at game reserves.

Its western part is marked by the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Drakensberg mountain range, while the jewel in the crown is the alluring beach hotspot, Durban. Its famed Golden Mile offers many swim, surf and tan opportunities. Whilst there, drop in at the uShaka Marine World, savour a drink at Moyo’s cocktail bar on the pier and take a ride on the bright two-wheel carts or rickshaws. Other exquisite beach towns are Margate, the more chic Umhlanga

Rocks and Balitto, which have established themselves as premier destinations.

To learn more about the Zulu culture, a visit to the scenic Valley of a Thousand Hills is mandatory. Shakaland is a village adapted from the sets of local television series’ Shaka Zulu and John Ross; and to satisfy history buffs, the Battlefields Route will elucidate historical battles between the Zulu, Boers and the British.

The province has successfully hosted numerous local and international events and has a track-record of success. Durban recently won the bid to host the 2022

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Durban International Convention Centre Addington Beach, Durban © SA Tourism

Commonwealth Games. Traditionally it is a strong performer in the manufacturing and agribusiness industries, with tourism as a major economic driver; however, the region has now expressed its intention to become an attractive investment hub.

Durban International Convention CentreThis, the first convention centre in South Africa, was inaugurated by Nelson Mandela in 1997. Supremely versatile and undoubtedly world-class, its intelligent design and operable walls facilitate different configurations for meeting settings, which allow it to be opened up to form one large venue or sub-divided into 22 separate convention halls of various sizes.

Known for high standards of service excellence, it has been rated as one of the World Top 15 convention centres by AIPC. It epitomises seamless integration of international best practise with an African flavour. Its capacity is as follows: • Hall 1 offers a magnificent auditorium

seating 1 680 delegates. • The combination of Hall 1 and 2 is large

enough to accommodate a plenary audience of over 8 000 delegates or a banquet for over 4 000 guests.

• The full venue can accommodate 12 000 delegates for a plenary session

or a banquet of up to 5 000 guests.

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Moses Mabhida Stadium This world-famous stadium has played host to one of the biggest sporting spectacles, the FIFA World Cup in 2010, but is also a premier meetings venue. Incorporating unconventional activities like the SkyCar or the 550 step walk to the top of its arch, it represents a remarkable meeting space. The People’s Park is a landscaped area, the Ocean Atrium is high-ceilinged with art-lined walls, and The Presidential Atrium offers exclusivity and luxury.

Moses Mabhida Stadium © 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee South Africa

Durban International Convention Centre Durban epitomises seamless integration of international best practise with an African flavour.

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DURBAN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

VENUE BANQUET COCKTAIL SCHOOLROOM THEATRE

Hall 1 &2 1 840 3 400 2 400 3 300

Hall 1,2 & 3 2 800 5 500 4 000 5 800

Hall 2CDEFH & 3 1 750 1 500 3 100 3 500

Hall 3B,C,4 & 5 1 600 2 600 3 200 4 500

Ethiopia is the revelation of Africa! Shirking off its past, it was awarded the highest honours in the tourism sector last year when

it was named the World’s Best Tourism Destination by the European Council on Tourism and Trade. Situated in the Horn of Africa with other countries associated with the easternmost extension of East Africa - Djibouti, Eritrea and Somalia, it is the second-most populous country in Africa and slightly larger than Egypt.

Ethiopia woke us all up to the wonder of coffee as it was discovered there in the ninth century. It will simply wow visitors with its resplendent culture and history. In the thirteenth century, during the regime of King Lalibela, Lalibela or what is the known as the second Jerusalem, was built. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and consists of eleven monolithic churches hewn out of rock, superb in construction. Intriguingly, the ancient town of Axum is rumoured to have the original Ark of the Covenant.

Addis Ababa is the capital and even touted as capital of Africa, due to it hosting the headquarters of the African Union. The Ethiopian National Museum is located in the city, with the famed exhibit ‘Lucy’ (a replica), a hominid skeleton thought to be at least 3.5 million years old. Rather peculiar to Ethiopia is the fact that it follows the Coptic calendar, which has thirteen months and it also has its own time convention, unlike any other nation.

It is generally safe for travellers and most airlines like South African Airways, Emirates and Lufthansa operate services into the country. Major events held in 2015 include the Ethiopia Summit, which

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African Union Conference Centre in Addis Ababa © Andrew Moore

Key Contact DetailsEthiopian Tourism OrganizationAddress: Bole Road 23218, 1000 Addis Ababa, Ethopia Tel: (+251) 115545678Email: [email protected]: www.ethiopia.travel

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VENUE CAPACITY

Conference Room 1 800

Conference Room 2 500

Africa Hall 690

engaged business leaders interested in expanding Ethiopia, the Fifth African Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF), as well as “Ethiopia Rising” chaired by Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desaleg.

It is one of Africa’s top performing economies after displaying tremendous growth in 2013/2014 and the trend is expected to continue. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) ranks Ethiopia as among the five fastest-growing economies in the world. Its national airline, Ethiopian Airlines, now the largest in Africa, has also won the World Travel Awards for Africa’s leading Airline – Economy class in 2015.

ECA Conference CentreSituated in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, it immaculately merges architectural elegance and the latest technology. It has facilities that include large meeting rooms, exhibition space and a well-equipped business centre. It is located next to the Africa Hall and the offices of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA). Africa Hall was inaugurated in 1961 by H.I.M. Emperor Haile Selassie.

AU Medallion - Nelson Mandela Plenary Hall at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa © Andrew Moore

A Dorze village in the mountains near Arbaminch, Ethiopia © Niall Crotty

De Brazza’s Monkey, native to Central Africa from Cameroon to Ethiopia © Steve Wilson

FactsCapital: Addis Ababa Population: 99,465,819 World FactbookOfficial Languages: Oromo, Amharic Major Airports: Bole Airport, Asmara international Airport Flying time form Johannesburg: 5 hours 35 minutes

Kenya is synonymous with the concept of safari - the very word originated in Kenya, meaning ‘journey’ in Kiswahili – and is a bustling East African

metropolis and its tourism powerhouse. In fact, Kenya was voted the world’s leading safari destination by World Travel Awards (WTA) in 2015. Unforgettable memories are created as visitors take hot air balloon trips to observe the migration of the wildebeest to the famous Tanzanian Serengeti plains or visit its excellent safari game reserves and national parks. At the same awards,

the Maasai Mara National Reserve won for being Africa’s leading National Park while Finch Hattons was awarded for being Africa’s leading Safari Lodge.

Due to its year-round sunny, Equatorial location it is idyllic for beach fun. Visitors along Kenya’s coral coast can indulge in scuba-diving, snorkelling, sailing, waterskiing, swimming or surfing. Diani Beach scooped Africa’s beach destination at the WTA. Superlatives include having the second-highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kenya, and the world’s largest

tropical lake and second-largest fresh water lake by surface-area, Lake Victoria.

The greatest bird spectacle on earth can be seen at Lake Nakuru inhabited by up to a million lesser flamingos. Amboseli National Park is located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro and famed as being the best place in Africa to get close to free-ranging elephants. Its six properties inscribed on the World Heritage List include three cultural and three natural sites; The Kenya Lake System and Mount Kenya Natural Forest amongst these.

Tourism and technology have always been

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Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) Nairobi, Kenya © Jorge Láscar

the jewels in the Kenyan economic crown, but the economy was deflated somewhat by Ebola in West Africa and terrorism fears. The end of 2015 has seen Kenya’s tourism downturn turning a corner; seemingly rebounding after a three-year slump. Visits by Pope Francis and US President Barack Obama last year elevated its profile. It also attracted and hosted a number of prominent international conferences including the Global Entrepreneurship Summit held in July, generating more exposure and revitalising the economy. The country has also invested in national and regional infrastructure which should be a boon to the industry. To boot, the WTA voted Kenya Airways as Africa’s leading airline in the business-class category.

KICC Kenyatta International Convention CentreThe Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi is an internationally renowned venue and services the East African community. The building’s terracotta exterior deems to reflect traditional African architecture and is within walking distance of several five-star hotels. There are several well-equipped conference and meeting rooms with the largest having a capacity over 4 000 delegates.

Its 43-year history has seen it host several international conferences, seminars, exhibitions and summits. Additionally, it has simultaneous interpretation equipment. The Lenana and Aberdare Halls situated on the lower ground floor, are suitable for medium-sized conferences and events. It has ISO 9001:2000 certification.

Facts Capital: NairobiPopulation: 45,925,301 World FactbookOfficial Languages: English, KiswahiliMajor Airports: Jomo Kenyatta International AirportFlying time from Johannesburg: 4 hours 15 minutes

Key Contact DetailsKenya Tourism BoardAddress: Kenya-Re Towers, Ragati RoadPO Box 30630 – 00100 Nairobi, KenyaTel: +254 20 2711 262Email: [email protected]: www.ktb.go.ke

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VENUE AREA M² BANQUET MAX CAPACITY

THEATRE CLASSROOM

Amphitheater - - - 771

Tsavo Ballroom - 2 500 - 3 500 3 200

Batian - - 30 -

Court Yard 7 056 - - -

Comesa Grounds 7 497 - - -

Impala Hall - - 70 -

Lenana and Aberdares Halls - 100 500 300 200

Shimba Hills Hall - - 100 -

Taifa Hall - - - 200 150

Mother elephant with twins in Amboseli National Park, Kenya, East Africa ©Diana Robinson

A Cheetah in Kenya © Mark Karstad

Morocco evokes enchantment; colourful, aromatic cuisine, exquisite architecture, desert dunes and camel rides,

beaches, mountains and culture. It is in the Maghreb region of North Africa bordering Western Sahara, Algeria and Spain. The Strait of Gibraltar separates mainland Africa and Europe and at its narrowest point the difference is only 14km and thus it is manifest of

Arab, African and European fusion. It is one of only three countries to have Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines, is roughly the size of Sweden, while its largest city is Casablanca, with the capital, Rabat. Other amazing cities include Marrakech, Fez and Meknes.

The celebrated Moroccan souk is the place to spice it up! Fragrant bins of spices are ubiquitous and the much-admired cuisine is liberally

flavoured with cumin, saffron and argan. Traditional couscous preparation is complex and therefore, mostly served on Fridays. Another favoured activity is drinking sweet mint tea at cafés, mostly among the men though.

Morocco is distinguished by magnificent architecture and mosques; the impressive Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca is a must-see as it is one of the few mosques in Morocco also

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Aït Benhaddou, an old kasbah or city in the Sahara desert of Morocco © Alexander Cahlenstein

open to non-Muslims. Medinas are the old-walled parts of a North Africa town and UNESCO World Heritage Centre has inscribed the Fez medina, described as “the world’s largest living medieval Islamic city”, as well as the Djemaa el-Fna in Marrakesh. Morocco was also named the best golf destination in Africa in 2015, by the World Golf Awards Organization.

Events like Meetings Morocco, the Global Marketer Conference and the Fifth Annual Global Entrepreneurship Summit were all hosted in Morocco. It is generally safe and very easily accessible from Europe and the United Kingdom in particular, as major airlines operate in the country.

Largely unscathed by the Arab Spring of 2011 onwards, the Moroccan economy picked up in 2015 due to an exceptional 2014/2015 agricultural season with it projected to continue on the growth trajectory. There are two caveats though: Firstly, women are advised to dress modestly in this largely Muslim country, and secondly, the ubiquitous snake charmers and touts are to be avoided.

The Palmeraie International Conference CentreLocated twenty minutes from Marrakech city centre, connected to The Palmeraie Golf Palace, is the impressive Palmeraie International Conference Centre. Definitive of Marrakesh architecture, the facility has a meeting space of 4 000m2 and is able to accommodate up to 1 500 people in its 30 meeting and conference rooms.

Facts Capital: RabatPopulation: 33,322,699 World Factbook Official Languages: Arabic, Berber languages, French Major Airports: Marrakech-Menara International Airport , Mohammed V International Airport.Flying time form Johannesburg: 9 hours 47 minutes

Key Contact DetailsMorocco Ministry of TourismAddress: Lot 1 C17 Avenue Annakhil, Rabat 10100, Morocco Tel: +212 634-555735Email: [email protected]: www.visitmorocco.com

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Mendicant musician playing the guimbri © Ahron de Leeuw

A spice merchant in the labyrinth of Marrakech Medina, Morocco © Valdiney Pimenta

One of Rabat’s public transport options - a tram © Andrew Nash

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Many travellers may have a preconceived notion of Rwanda, but despite the country’s turbulent past,

it has shaken free of its shackles and emerged as a force to be reckoned with. Rwanda is safe, stable and boasts remarkable infrastructure.

This land-locked country is nicknamed ‘the Land of Thousand Hills’ due to its mountainous landscapes and fertile valleys. Its world-famous Volcanoes National Park is inhabited by mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. Bordered by Uganda and Congo, the park boasts the 4 507 metre-tall Mt. Karisimbi and four other forested volcanoes. Kigali, the nation’s vibrant and intoxicating capital, has a lively leisure and party scene.

For incentive travellers, Rwanda is a verdant paradise famous for its lush forests and the opportunity to see gorillas in the wild. The popularity of gorilla trekking has exploded in recent years, and now consistently appears on travellers’ ‘bucket lists’.

Kigali Convention Centre The Kigali Convention Centre is a convention centre under construction in Kigali. It will open in mid-2016. The convention centre will have 11 meeting spaces as well as a number of restaurants and bars: a lobby bar, Mountain gorilla in Kinigi, Northern province Rwanda © Peter Lindgren

Hotel Rwanda (Hotel Des Mille Collines) © Göran Höglund (Kartläsarn)

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KIGALI SERENA HOTEL

VENUE AUDITORIUM BALLROOM

Capacity 500 800

lounge, all-day dining restaurant, plaza bar, buffet restaurant and a Filini bar.

According to The East African, the conference centre will comprise a five-star hotel with 292 rooms, an information technology office park and a conference hall with the capacity to host 2 600 people, among other facilities.

Kigali Serena Hotel Situated only 10km from Kigali Airport, the Kigali Serena Hotel is a 5-star lesson in elegance and luxury. Perfect for business or leisure travellers, this hotel is unsurpassed its offerings. It boasts state-of-the-art conferencing and meeting facilities, featuring:• Spacious event spaces with

Wi-Fi connectivity• A wide range of ergonomic layouts• Private boardrooms and

break-away rooms• Team-building options• Dedicated signage• Branded or themed presentations• Exclusive delegate lunches,

cocktail receptions and dinners• Special themed dinners - in the

bush, on the beach or by the pool• Exclusive delegate game drives

with dedicated wildlife experts

FactsCapital: KigaliPopulation: About 11 millionOfficial languages: Kinyarwanda, French, EnglishMajor airports: Kigali International Airport, Butare Airport, Kamembe International Airport, Gisenyi Airport Flying time from Johannesburg: 3 hours 50 minutes

Key Contact DetailsRwanda Tourism BoardEmail: [email protected]: +250 252 57 65 14Rwanda Development BoardAddress: P.O. Box 6239 Kigali, RwandaTel (Local): 1415Tel (International): +250 727 775 170Email: [email protected]

Mountain gorilla in Musanze, Northern province Rwanda © Giles Breton

The Memorial Centre in Kigali, Rwanda © Göran Höglund (Kartläsarn)

Tanzania is familiar with the unparalleled; it has the tallest mountain in Africa and the tallest free standing mountain in the

world. The awe-inspiring Mount Kilimanjaro is an African climbing paradise and was recently bestowed the prestigious World Tourism Award for being Africa’s leading tourist attraction in 2015. It also has the deepest freshwater lake in Africa, Lake Tanganyika and world’s largest inactive caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater. Recognised as safari destination, Tanzania also has the Selous Game Reserve, the largest game reserve in the Africa and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Twice the size of California; it is astoundingly surrounded by nine other countries and long coastline along the Indian Ocean. Incorporated into Tanzania

is the Archipelago of Zanzibar islands made up of Pemba, Unguja (known as Zanzibar) and Mafia. It affords one the opportunity to book an underwater hotel room (Pemba), enjoy the fresh seafood, swim, and explore the second of its three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Stone Town, marvelling at its world-renowned doors.

Dar es Salaam is Tanzania’s largest and most influential city, with Dodoma the capital. Arusha, the gateway to the Northern Safari Circuit is a major contributor to tourism and premier producer of Tanzania’s famed flower industry. The traditional nomads, the Maasai people, also have tremendous presence in the area.

The country literally has a hidden gem; tanzanite is mined exclusively in Tanzania at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro and with diminishing supply and an exclusive

location is much rarer than a diamond. Its economy was in an upward trajectory during 2013 and 2014; economists forecast more growth for the future and the World Bank designated it one of the 20 fastest-growing economies in the world. In 2014, one million tourists visited the country and expansion plans are underway to accommodate more. The same year saw tourism overtake gold as its leading foreign exchange earner.

Julius Nyerere International Convention CentreTanzania’s first president, the late Julius Kambarage Nyerere had the convention centre posthumously named in his honour. Situated in the business centre of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam, it is ideally located to service the tourist circuit in the south of

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Dar es Salaam sunset, Tanzania © chasingphil (via flickr.com)

the country. It is equipped with twelve conference rooms. These are able to seat between 5 and 300 delegates in varying arrangements; the plenary is 1 003 delegates.

Arusha International Conference Centre, ArushaThe conference centre is situated in Arusha in close proximity to Mount Kilimanjaro. Arusha is also the gateway to the Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti, Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks. The centre has ten meeting rooms with the theatre able to host 1 313 people. The plenary for all the meeting rooms is 2 500 delegates.

Facts Capital: DodomaPopulation: 51,045,882 World FactbookOfficial Languages: Kiswahili or Swahili, English, Arabic Major Airports: Julius Nyerere International Airport, Mwanza Airport, Kilimanjaro International AirportFlying time from Johannesburg: Approximately 3 hrs

Key Contact DetailsTanzania Tourist BoardAddress: P.O.Box 2485, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania.Tel: (+255) 022 2111244/5Email: [email protected]: www.tanzaniatouristboard.com

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ARUSHA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE

VENUE AREA M² THEATRE CLASSROOM U-SHAPE

Simba Plenary Hall

Mbayuwayu

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Mbuni

Kagera

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403

230

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160

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Kipepeo Beach in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania © beintro (via flickr.com)

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ZAMBIASOPHISTICATED TECHNOLOGY MEETS NATURAL BEAUTY

The energetic pace of business in Zambia belies the verdant natural beauty of this landlocked country. Zambia is hardly new

to the business-events world, as business travellers have been flocking to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls for decades. But the emerging business hub of Lusaka is steadily growing its market share in this vibrant

and bustling country. Lusaka plays host to the Zambia International Tourism Expo (ZITE), which showcases the country’s impressive products and services for the business events and tourism sectors.

Lusaka is home to the headquarters of The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and serves as a positive consequence of the

country economic liberalisation, and continues to be among the most fast-developing cities in Southern Africa.

Zambia’s altitude allows the country to experience more pleasant climates than other tropical countries. The high, landlocked country experiences three seasons: cold and dry (May to August), warm and wet (December to April), and

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Kafue National Park, Zambia © Steven dosRemedios

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hot and dry (September to November). Temperatures vary depending on the height of the plateau. Average maximum temperatures include highs between 15°C - 27°C in cool seasons, and 27°C to 35°C in warm season. Average minimum temperatures range between 6°C to 10°C.

Mulungushi Conference Centre Situated in the business hub of Lusaka, Mulungushi has a total of seven conference rooms for use at its complex. The main hall is the largest space in the centre and has capacity for 3 000 attendees, ideal for large exhibitions and events.

All rooms come standard with a number of meeting essentials. An overhead projector and flipchart will be provided for meetings, plus pads of paper and pens for notes. Rates also include beverages for two tea breaks and a full lunch of delicious local and international cuisine.

Victoria Falls Conference CentreThe Victoria Falls Conference Centre at the David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa is a spectacular location for a meeting or conference. It overlooks the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park and can accommodate 280 guests in cinema-style seating, 138 guests in convention seating and 192 guests for a banquet. Wildlife such as elephants and impala regularly make appearances at the nearby watering hole, which provides memorable moments for delagates.

FactsCapital: LusakaPopulation: 14.5 millionLanguages: Mainly English, Bemba and NyanjaMajor airports: Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport and Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International AirportFlying time from Johannesburg: 2 hours

Key Contact DetailsZambia Tourism Board1st Floor Petroda HouseGreat East Road, LusakaBox 30017, ZambiaTel: (260 211) 229087/ 90Fax: (260 211) 225174Email: [email protected]

Lusaka plays host to the Zambia International Tourism Expo (ZITE), which showcases the country’s impressive products and services for the business events and tourism sectors.

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Home of the Victorial Falls Conference Centre, the David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa © Trip Advisor

A traditional welcome to 2015 ZITE © Travel Zambia

1. VIEW WILDLIFE The Kruger National Park, located in Limpopo Province, is the country’s top game reserve and one of the main tourist attractions in South Africa. The park boasts the Big Five, cheetahs, giraff es and more. Kruger is a self-drive destination, but also has some guided tours.

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6. VOLUNTEER AT SHAMWARI The Shamwari Conservation Experience is an opportunity to get behind-the-scenes and involved with the conservation eff orts of a team recognised globally for their conservation at the renowned Shamwari Game Reserve. Guests will experience many facets of caring for animals; although contact with the animals is limited and work can be challenging.

5. HAVE A DRINK AT THE BAOBAB BARThe Sunland ‘Big Baobab’ is situated on a mango farm in Modjadjiskloof in Limpopo Province. It is an internationally renowned baobab tree that even featured in the Wall Street Journal. The Sunlands Baobab has had its hollows fi lled with a gem of a little bar, indeed an unusual and quite remote place to stop for a drink.

4. CHILL IN CLARENSClarens, sometimes described as the “Jewel of the Free State”, is a village nestling at the foot of the Maluti Mountains. If you like craft beers then Clarens Brewery is an interesting stop. Its village square is the hive of activity with various galleries, eateries and gift shops.

3. OBSERVE THE STARS SALT was opened in 2005 near Sutherland in the Northern Cape. The Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) is the largest single optical telescope in the southern hemisphere. The 82-ton telescope, eleven metres in diameter, operates at 1 800 metres above sea level. Sutherland is ideal as it a small village situated in the relatively remote, semi-desert region.

2. VISIT THE CAVES The Cango Caves are about 30km outside of Oudtshoorn - the underground spectacle of the Klein Karoo. The caves comprise dripstone caverns and formations and off er the tourist a choice of standard or adventure tours. The caves are spread over 4km but the standard tour is only 1.2km long.

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14. ENGAGE WITH A FOSSIL WORLD The Cradle of Humankind is the site where it is believed our earliest ancestors evolved. Vested with much pride, it is also a World Heritage Site, an hour’s drive from Johannesburg. The complex permits visitors to view exhibits of the various stages of Earth’s formation on an underground boat.

13. INDULGE AT THE LOST CITY The Palace of the Lost City is a premier hotel, built in a crater of an extinct volcano in the action-packed Sun City luxury resort complex. It comprises casinos, restaurants and other entertainment options. Two hours from Johannesburg, this sophisticated playground can be accessed by car or the new aerial route via Pilansberg Airport.

11. AQUA TIME IN DURBAN Durban Beachfront on the warm Indian Ocean is also known as the Golden Mile. The balmy weather is a colossal attraction for tourists who flock to swim, surf and tan on the beach. The traditional rickshaw ride is requisite and visitors can shop or enjoy the renowned fiery Durban curry.

12. BRAAI AT MZOLI’S Mzoli’s Place, situated just outside Cape Town in Gugulethu was established in 2003. At Mzoli’s the meat is the star of the show. Locals and tourists alike pack this rustic, township venue to savour the amazing meat braaied over the fire with their special marinade. It is endorsed by celebrities and has been frequented by famous entertainers and is renowned as a live music jaunt.

10. TAKE A TOWNSHIP TOURThe Vilakazi Street precinct is about a kilometre long is historically important because of the former residents and anti-apartheid icons Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. It is also the site of the student uprisings of 1976; where student Hector Pietersen was killed. Visitors can also sample some local food and interact with the residents.

8. ZIPLINE IN THE FORESTZiplining is when one is pulled along by gravity on a cable with a harness and other equipment. One is able to do this across the Kuils River, 8km from the Storms River Bridge. The Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour® takes place in the indigenous rainforest and many of its platforms are built around giant Outeniqua Yellowwood trees. Of the eight slides, the longest is 211m in length and the courageous can zip over the gorge 50m above the water.

9. AERIAL VIEWING OF HARTIES The longest mono-cableway in Africa extends to the top of the Magaliesberg mountain range at the Hartbeespoort Dam. The ‘Harties Cableway’ proffers views of both and offers a variety of fun for the whole family – both at the base and at the top.

7. EXPERIENCE BEAVERLAC For those relishing an outdoor adventure at a camp site with a fire, then Beaverlac near Porterville is the place. It is a place to unwind surrounded by fynbos, waterfalls and pools. An idyllic family spot to hike, swim and relax; even pets are welcome. Cottages are available if camping is not quite your thing.

16. GOING BACK IN TIMEAmazingly, the world’s largest hand-dug excavation site, the Big Hole, is situated in the centre of Kimberley in the Northern Cape. It was closed in 1914 having yielded 2.7 tons of diamonds. It is now a water-filled crater, viewed from a viewing deck that is part of the Open Mine Museum. The museum has many artefacts and a wide selection of original houses, offices, and shops from the heyday of the mine relocated from earlier sites.

15. TAKE A CULTURAL TOUR In Sotho, Lesedi means “light”. Lesedi African Lodge is 45 minutes from Johannesburg. This multi-cultural village showcases tribal villages, their tradition, culture and history. There are currently five cultural villages, including the Zulus, Xhosas, Pedi, Basotho and the Ndebele. Families live traditionally in their homesteads with visitors able to interact whilst living in additional huts. The visitors’ huts, however, are comfortably equipped with the requisite amenities.

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SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM HEAD OFFICETel: +27 11 895 3000Email: [email protected]: www.southafrica.netguided tours.

KENYA TOURISM BOARDTel: +254 20 2711 262Email: [email protected]: www.ktb.go.ke

EGYPT TOURIST AUTHORITYTel: +20 207 408 2095Email: [email protected]: www.gotoegypt.org

GHANA TOURIST AUTHORITY Tel: +233 302 222153 / 244794Email: [email protected]: www.touringghana.com

ALGERIA MINISTRYOF TOURISMTel: +213 (0) 559 154 859Email: [email protected]: www.algeriantourism.com

ETHIOPIAN TOURISM ORGANIZATIONTel: +25 111 515 9274Email: www.nto.com.etWebsite: www.ethiopia.travel

IVORY COAST MINISTRY OF TOURISMTel: +225 202 0651Email: [email protected]: n/a

BENIN MINISTRY OF CULTURETel: (+229) 307014/5Email: [email protected]: www.benintourisme.com

BURKINA FASO MINISTRY OF CULTURE & TOURISMTel: +226 50 330 963Email: noneWebsite: www.culture.gov.bf

CAMEROON MINISTRY OF TOURISMTel: +237 22 22 29 36Email: n/aWebsite: www.mintour.gov.cm

BOTSWANA TOURISM ORGANISATIONTel: +267 391 3111Email: [email protected]: www.botswanatourism.co.bw

CAPE VERDE MINISTRY OF TOURISM, INVESTMENT AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTTel: +238 261 89 84/75 11Email: [email protected]: www.mtide.gov.cv

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The Manta Resort, Tanzania ©Genberg Art UW Ltd, Photography credits: Jesper Anhede

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SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM HEAD OFFICETel: +27 11 895 3000Email: [email protected]: www.southafrica.net

MOROCCO MINISTRY OF TOURISMTel: +212 37 67 40 13Email: [email protected]: www.visitmorocco.com

TANZANIA TOURIST BOARDTel: +255 022 2111244/5Email: [email protected]: www.tanzaniatouristboard.com

NATIONAL OFFICE OF THE TUNISIAN TOURISM Tel: +216 71341077Email: [email protected] Website: www.tourisme.gov.tn

UGANDA TOURISM BOARDTel: +256 414 342 196/7Email: [email protected]: www.visituganda.com

NIGERIA TOURISM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Tel: +234 9 2915664Email: [email protected]: www.tourism.gov.ng

MAURITIUS TOURISM PROMOTION AUTHORITYTel: +230 203 1000Email: [email protected]: www.mauritius.net/

ZAMBIA TOURISM BOARD Tel: +260 211 229 087Email: [email protected]: www.zambiatourism.com

NAMIBIA TOURISM BOARD Tel: +264 61 2906000Email: [email protected]: www.namibiatourism.com.na

SENEGAL TOURIST BUREAUTel: +404 995 6628Email: [email protected]: www.senegal-tourism.com

MOZAMBIQUE MINISTRY OF TOURISMTel: +258 21 30 73 20 /1Email: noneWebsite: www.visitmozambique.net

RWANDA TOURISMTel: +250 252 57 65 14Email: [email protected]: www.rwandatourism.com

The Manta Resort Beach, Tanzania ©Genberg Art UW Ltd, Photography credits: Jesper Anhede

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DIRECTORY2 Xzibit (Pty ltd +27 83 444 4436 [email protected]

2 Way Exhibitions & Events +27 11 100 0287 [email protected]

Ivory Tree Game Lodge +27 14 556 8100 [email protected]

Kopanong Hotel & Conference Centre +27 11 749 0000 [email protected]

360 Degrees Production House Pty Ltd +27 11 782 1663 [email protected]

369 Designs (Pty) Ltd +27 21 556 6368 [email protected]

3D Cape (Division of 3D Group) +27 21 702 1089 [email protected]

3D Design (Division of 3D Group) +27 11 608 1588 [email protected]

Above and Beyond Productions +27 72 223 2210 [email protected]

Access Facilities & Leisure Management +27 41 408 8931 [email protected]

Accommodation Options Events +27 12 991 6280 [email protected]

Active Capture +27 82 902 4606 [email protected]

AdP Travel Management +27 82 857 2806 [email protected]

Adventure Works +27 21 790 9015 [email protected]

Affordable Adventures Pty Ltd +27 11 465 9168 [email protected]

Africa Congress Co-Ordinators +27 11 894 2706 [email protected]

African Agenda +27 21 683 2934 [email protected]

African Diversity Trading and Projects (Pty) Ltd +27 11 039 7979 [email protected]

African Hotels and Adventures +27 31 536 6511 [email protected]

African Hotels and Adventures AHA +27 21 525 2554 [email protected]

African Travel Canvas +27 21 713 4749 [email protected]

Agri Expo +27 21 975 4440 [email protected]

aHa! Conference and Training Centre +27 12 940 8184 [email protected]

Alpha Conference Centre Pty Ltd +27 12 205 1310 [email protected]

AMADI Institute of Management and Technology +27 11 312 3774 [email protected]

AMD Solutions +27 83 410 2729 [email protected]

American Express Travel Services South Africa +27 11 676 3451 [email protected]

Andimahle Trading +27 31 765 1443 [email protected]

Angelic Wonders cc +27 41 379 5331 [email protected]

Annette Ashley & Associates +27 21 685 6461 [email protected]

App Your Event +27 76 534 2822 [email protected]

Aqua Tours and Transfers +27 86 100 2782 [email protected]

Aquila Private Game Reserve +27 21 430 7260 [email protected]

Arcadia Hotel Pretoria +27 12 326 9311 [email protected]

Arleti (PTY) LTD +27 82 366 7199 [email protected]

Arniston Hotel +27 28 445 9000 [email protected]

ATC African Travel Concept Pty Ltd +27 21 426 0032 [email protected]

ATKV-Resorts +27 11 919 9084 [email protected]

Atlantic Beach Management Pty Ltd +27 21 553 2223 [email protected]

Atlantis Corporate Travel +27 11 656 0809 [email protected]

Automotive Supplier Park Conference Centre +27 12 564 5148 [email protected]

AV Alliance (Pty) Ltd +27 21 469 1429 [email protected]

AV and Beyond CC +27 11 025 9400 [email protected]

AV Designers +27 41 586 2414 [email protected]

AV Direct cc +27 21 706 6730 [email protected]

Avatar Marketing ta Shift +27 11 465 4764 [email protected]

Avis +27 32 436 8400 [email protected]

Baagisane +27 12 347 8957 [email protected]

Bantry Bay Hotel Suite +27 21 434 8448 [email protected]

BARMOTION +27 86 193 7625 [email protected]

Basfour 2944 Pty Ltd TA Hamba Nathi Travel +27 51 447 4552 [email protected]

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Bohle Conference and Language Services cc +27 21 461 8479 [email protected]

Bojangles Restaurant CC +27 41 586 3700 [email protected]

BON Hotels +27 21 912 1300 [email protected]

Bongmusa Holdings Pty Ltd +27 31 462 3060 [email protected]

Book24 South Africa +27 82 357 0729 [email protected]

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Brookes Hill Suites +27 41 584 0444 [email protected]

Brooklyn Guesthouses +27 12 362 1728 [email protected]

Budmarsh Private Lodge +27 11 728 1800 [email protected]

BVB 190604 Projects +27 11 205 0334 [email protected]

Calders Hotel & Conference Centre +27 21 784 2400 [email protected]

Cape AgriTours +27 21 887 4257 [email protected]

Cape Conferences & Travel +27 21 946 1062 [email protected]

Cape Peninsula University of Technology +27 21 460 3518 [email protected]

Cape St Francis Resort and Lifestyle Estate +27 42 298 0054 [email protected]

Cape Theme Parks Pty Ltd ta Ratanga Junction +27 21 250 0900 [email protected]

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Carlson Wagonlit Travel +27 31 582 2700 [email protected]

Casa Do Sol Hotel & Resort +27 13 737 8111 [email protected]

Casa Toscana Lodge +27 12 348 8820 [email protected]

CDM Training Solutions +27 11 673 9726 [email protected]

Cebisa Conferences +27 21 671 7670 [email protected]

Centeq Events cc +27 21 948 9549 [email protected]

Champagne Sports Resort & Pumula Beach Hotel +27 11 262 2625 [email protected]

Chat'r Xperience PTY LTD +27 11 026 3518 [email protected]

Chilli engine +27 71 604 9078 [email protected]

Chocolate Orange CC +27 86 128 8865 [email protected]

City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality -Tourism +27 12 358 1491 [email protected]

City Sightseeing Cape Town +27 21 511 6000 [email protected]

Club Mykonos Langebaan Rental Services +27 22 707 7891 [email protected]

Coastlands Hotels and Resorts Coastlands on the Ridge Hotel +27 31 514 6500 [email protected]

Coega Development Corporation +27 41 405 7730 [email protected]

Collisheen Estate +27 32 947 0198 [email protected]

Colourworks (Pty) Ltd +27 21 44 71045 [email protected]

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Compex (Pty) Ltd +27 11 234 0604 [email protected]

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Concept G Cape +27 86 122 2678 [email protected]

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Diakonia Centre +27 31 310 3523 [email protected]

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FNB Conference & Learning Centre +27 87 032 8010 [email protected]

Folio Translation Consultants CC +27 21 426 2727 [email protected]

Fordoun Leisure Pty Ltd +27 33 266 6217 [email protected]

Functions for Africa +27 31 202 4330 [email protected]

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Gooderson Leisure Corporation +27 11 465 3551 [email protected]

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ICO Conferences & Events +27 21 794 2369 [email protected]

Idea Lab Events +27 11 880 0058 [email protected]

IEBE +27 11 463 1767 [email protected]

IFA Fair-Zim Hotel and Resort +27 83 787 2255 [email protected]

iKapa Tours & Travel Pty Ltd +27 21 506 2585 [email protected]

Ikhono Communications cc +27 87 490 1098 [email protected]

ILIOS Conference +27 21 836 8315 [email protected]

Imagine Events +27 21 856 0163 [email protected]

Imfunzelelo Tourism & Events +27 84 657 5476 [email protected]

Immaculate Events & Conferences Pty Ltd +27 21 824 2886 [email protected]

Impact Incentives & Events +27 11 886 9688 [email protected]

Impro-Vision cc +27 31 564 4217 [email protected]

Indaba Hotel +27 11 840 6600 [email protected]

Inhouse Conference Solutions +27 21 913 2888 [email protected]

INHOUSE Venue Technical Management Pty Ltd +27 86 123 7890 [email protected]

Inkanyezi Event Organisers +27 41 363 0310 [email protected]

Innovation Factory +27 11 792 1831 [email protected]

Inspire Furniture Rentals +27 76 644 0271 [email protected]

Inspire Trade Exhibitions Pty Ltd +27 11 622 0257 / 69 [email protected]

Intelligent Africa Marketing and Training +27 12 997 5424 [email protected]

Intengu Communications +27 43 722 0771 [email protected]

Into Africa +27 21 430 2060 [email protected]

Intundla Game Lodge & Bush Spa CC +27 12 808 0714 [email protected]

Isiphiwo Boutique Hotel +27 12 808 2328 [email protected]

Isisango Convention Centre Pty Ltd +27 86 100 0667 [email protected]

Jacaranda Events (Pty) Ltd +27 12 327 1487 [email protected]

Jellyfish Catering +27 31 564 8132 [email protected]

Jeremy Kusner Productions +27 86 111 2876 [email protected]

JHGroup- Hotel Savoy and Conference Centre +27 41 368 8343 [email protected]

JLP Consultants CC +27 72 256 6954 [email protected]

Johannesburg Convention Bureau +27 11 703 5327 [email protected]

Johannesburg Expo Centre +27 11 494 1920 [email protected]



Joburg Tourism +27 11 214 0700 [email protected]

Juan Q Pty Ltd +27 72 352 3598 [email protected]

Jukwaa Group +27 12 667 2074 [email protected]

Julia Crown Productions - [email protected]

Just Fab Conference & Events +27 11 807 9876 [email protected]

Keyside Conferencing & Events +27 21 434 3422 [email protected]

KGA Tours +27 14 576 2248 [email protected]

KGOMOMONARENG Travel Pty Ltd ta KMM Travel +27 11 483 1090 [email protected]

Kharafi Hospitality (Pty) Ltd t/a Sheraton Pretoria Hotel +27 44 851 1234 [email protected]

Kikuyu Africa Conferencing +27 12 660 3179 [email protected]

Kuoni Private Safaris +27 21 528 2200 [email protected]

Kzn Master Builders & Allied Industries Ass +27 31 266 7070 [email protected]

La Vita Events and Conference Centre +27 31 335 1800 [email protected]

Lagoon Beach Hotel +27 21 528 2022 [email protected]

Legacy Hotel Management Services +27 11 806 6856 [email protected]

Legacy of Sound +27 21 551 3296 [email protected]

Legend Lodges Hotel & Resorts +27 14 743 6000 [email protected]

Leriba Lodge +27 12 660 3300 [email protected]

Lets Settle Our Dues Corporation (Pty) Ltd +27 12 661 3100 [email protected]

LexisNexis Pty Ltd +27 31 268 3283 [email protected]

Limpopo Event Co-ordinators +27 15 291 3428 [email protected]

Lion Roars Safaris and Lodges +27 41 502 9400 [email protected]

Litha Communications Pty Ltd +27 11 484 7663 [email protected]

LogiKal Event Management +27 31 312 6121 [email protected]

Louis The Lawyer +27 11 463 4556 [email protected]

LTE cc +27 21 790 5849 [email protected]

Lumi Technologies (IML) +27 82 452 9187 [email protected]

Lutluxe Lifestyle Brands +27 31 303 4090 [email protected]

Luxury Hotels International South Africa (Pty) Ltd +27 21 430 5235 [email protected]

Lynnwood Conference Centre +27 12 361 1067 [email protected]

Magic Bus & Mega Coach +27 11 249 8700 [email protected]

Magic Travel +27 12 341 4207 [email protected]

Magnetic Storm +27 41 393 4800 [email protected]

Mahuma Group (Pty) Ltd +27 12 663 1674 [email protected]

Makulu Events & Marketing CC +27 31 261 1136 [email protected]

Malagas Hotel +27 28 542 1049 [email protected]

Mandela Rhodes Place +27 21 481 4000 [email protected]

Manhattan Hotel Pty Ltd +27 12 392 0000 [email protected]

Mann Made Media & Events Pty Ltd +27 11 259 7120 [email protected]

Marcel Oudejans +27 83 229 9550 [email protected]

Marketing Merchants +27 21 511 6316 [email protected]

Maropeng aAfrika Leisure Pty Ltd +27 14 577 9000 [email protected]

Martiq 584 cc ta Brilliant Branding +27 87 802 6140 [email protected]

Mavi Travel & Conference +27 15 291 4777 [email protected]

MCI South Africa +27 21 250 0610 [email protected]

Melrose Arch Hotel +27 11 214 6666 [email protected]

Milla SA +27 21 556 9253 [email protected]

Mirchee +27 21 705 7338 [email protected]

Monakaladi Guest Lodge T/A Monakaladi Travels +27 18 381 37 89 [email protected]

Monte De Dios +27 71 100 3305 [email protected]

Moses Mabhida Stadium +27 31 582 8222 [email protected]

Mossel Bay Tourism +27 44 691 2202 [email protected]

Mount Edgecombe Conference Centre cc +27 31 502 1971 [email protected]

Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency +27 13 759 5301 [email protected]

Mthatha Health Resource Centre +27 47 502 2132 [email protected]

Namanje Events Solutions (Pty) Ltd +27 11 614 5690 [email protected]

Ndalo Media +27 11 300 6742 [email protected]

Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism +27 41 582 2575 [email protected]

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University +27 41 504 9698 [email protected]

New Dimension Group Pty Ltd +27 11 803 6200 [email protected]

NH The Lord Charles Hotel +27 21 855 1040 [email protected]

North West Parks and Tourism Board +27 18 381 7341 [email protected]

Northern Cape Tourism Authority +27 53 833 1434 [email protected]



NT Events Management +27 11 066 8526 [email protected]

Octanorm South Africa (Pty) Ltd +27 11 433 2010 [email protected]

Off The Wall Events +27 11 784 1116 [email protected]

Old Mutual +27 21 509 5716 [email protected]

Olive Convention Centre +27 31 337 1110 [email protected]

Omni Africa +27 11 209 1700 [email protected]

On Show Solutions +27 11 431 4126 [email protected]

One World Media +27 71 383 9749 [email protected]

Onscreen Presentations TA Onscreen Conferences & Events +27 21 448 3501 [email protected]

Optima Holidays +27 31 701 9999 [email protected]

Orion Hotels & Resorts +27 11 718 6452 [email protected]

PAN African Training +27 12 323 6009 [email protected]

Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Foreshore +27 21 427 4800 [email protected]

Participlan Group Facilitation +27 21 790 4181 [email protected]

Party Animal Production cc ta NUNGU +27 82 390 6963 [email protected]

Party Creations +27 11 334 4810 [email protected]

Peermont Global Pty Ltd +27 31 262 6611 [email protected]

Pepper Club Hotel Management Pty Ltd +27 21 812 8888 [email protected]

PeriExpo +27 41 581 3733 [email protected]

Pestana Hotel & Resorts +27 11 462 1714 [email protected]

Petals +27 21 448 7528 [email protected]

PIE Management +27 21 530 6060 [email protected]

Plan Ahead Conferences +27 31 572 2181 [email protected]

Plan-IT Design +27 83 235 2732 [email protected]

PMG Events and Promotions +27 31 207 3062 [email protected]

Polka Dots t/a Forever Friday +27 41 373 0427 [email protected]

Portfolio of Resorts +27 11 478 2991 [email protected]

Potters Hand Activations Pty Ltd +27 11 794 6910 [email protected]

PowerOptimal +27 82 788 1615 [email protected]

Price Forbes +27 10 003 7376 [email protected]

Proactive Public Relations +27 31 303 7505 [email protected]

Proea Hotel Centurion +27 12 663 8700 [email protected]

Pro Events +27 21 425 2170 [email protected]

Promotional Plastics +27 11 787 3243 [email protected]

ProsperIS Technology Collaboration +27 86 178 2266 [email protected]

ProsperIS Technology Collaboration +27 86 178 2266 [email protected]

Protea Hotel Crytal Towers +27 21 252 3888 [email protected]

Protea Hotel OR Tambo +27 11 977 2600 [email protected]

Protea Hotel Roodepoort +27 11 246 1103 [email protected]

Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge +27 31 582 6000 [email protected]

Protea Hotels +27 11 275 1000 [email protected]

Pumula Beach Hotel +27 31 765 7100 [email protected]

Pure Grit Project and Exhibitions Management (Pty) Ltd +27 86 107 7784 [email protected]

Pure Joy Lodge & Conference Centre +27 12 808 9915 [email protected]

Quick I.T. Rentals +27 11 609 2556 [email protected]

RCA Pty Ltd +27 11 483 1861 [email protected]

Recreation Africa Leisure Industries +27 11 950 6008 [email protected]

Red Cherry Computer Rentals +27 11 440 1303 [email protected]

Red Hot Events & Hiring +27 21 510 0547 [email protected]

Redlight Entertainment +27 11 334 8777 [email protected]

Rennies Travel Incentives and Special Event Management Trading as LimeX +27 11 407 2520 [email protected]

Resource Design +27 21 510 7776 [email protected]

Reynolds Travel Centre +27 11 812 6800 [email protected]

RieGo Consulting +27 83 457 3280 [email protected]

Ripcord Promotions +27 11 482 2835 [email protected]

Rodlin Design CC +27 11 444 2061 [email protected]

Rovos Rail +27 82 550 3412 [email protected]

RPB Conference & Event Management cc +27 12 991 6637 [email protected]

RPM Events & Decor Company +27 12 323 9107 [email protected]

SA Resort Services +27 11 888 7786 [email protected]

SA Shows Messe Frankfurt +27 11 494 4142 [email protected]

SAACI Academy +27 12 682 9222 [email protected]

SAACI Eastern Cape +27 73 201 8699 [email protected]


SAACI Gauteng +27 11 787 4672 [email protected]

SAACI Head Office +27 11 880 5883 [email protected]

SAACI KwaZulu-Natal +27 31 564 8660 [email protected]

SAACI Western Cape +27 82 223 4684 [email protected]

Sadmon Projects and Consulting +27 11 339 1000 [email protected]

Saint George Hotel cc +27 11 316 1254 [email protected]

Sandton Convention Centre +27 11 779 0000 [email protected]

Sanlam Regional Marketing KZN +27 21 947 4486 [email protected]

SAVETCON +27 12 346 1150 [email protected]

SCAN Display Solutions PTY Ltd +27 11 447 4777 [email protected]

Scatterlings Conferences & Events +27 11 463 5085 [email protected]

Seating Plan Furniture Hire +27 31 301 1297 [email protected]

Seat Works +27 82 802 9261 [email protected]

Sebaka Events +27 72 301 5822 [email protected]

Sebastians Conferencing +27 82 969 2520 [email protected]

Selby's Productions cc +27 31 700 6697 [email protected]

Serengeti Golf Club +27 11 552 7207 [email protected]

Servier Laboratories SA Pty Ltd +27 11 525 3400 [email protected]

Shades of Green Events +27 31 764 3653 [email protected]

Shaka Tours & Safaris +27 31 368 6588 [email protected]

Showdesign +27 82 411 4104 [email protected]

ShuttleDirect Shuttle Services +27 12 997 5628 [email protected]

Sibylle Rutherford Promotions & Tourism +27 21 686 3208 [email protected]

Sicas Guest House +27 31 261 2768 [email protected]

SilvaSale Events and Catering +27 11 788 5010 [email protected]

Simplified IT Services +27 21 447 4902 [email protected]

Simply Audiovisual +27 21 761 8883 [email protected]

sk nineteen76 travel and conferences +27 12 656 7986 [email protected]

Snazzi Solutions +27 31 765 6880 [email protected]

Solid Rock Event Technical +27 86 177 7738 [email protected]

Songhai Tourism & Events Pty Ltd +27 21 911 2264 [email protected]

Sound Systems Function Design +27 13 745 7161 [email protected]

South Africa National Convention Bureau +27 11 895 3000 [email protected]

South African Airways Proprietary Limited +27 11 978 6458 [email protected]

South African National Parks +27 21 422 2816 [email protected]

Southern Cross Conferences +27 21 683 5106 [email protected]

Specialized Tours & Events +27 21 418 2302 [email protected]

Spier Resort Management Pty Ltd +27 21 809 1118 [email protected]

Spintelligent +27 21 700 3500 [email protected]

Springbok Atlas +27 11 396 1053 [email protected]

SSQ Exhibitions +27 11 792 1241 [email protected]

Sterling Afrika Training & Consultancy +27 12 362 4445 [email protected]

Stonehaven on Vaal Pty Ltd +27 16 982 2951 [email protected]

Stonehenge Conference Centre +27 21 590 7900 [email protected]

Strategic Business Services (Pty) Ltd t/a SBS Conferences +27 21 914 2888 [email protected]

Summit Software +27 82 887 7557 [email protected]

Sun International +27 21 406 5933 [email protected]

Sunny Tours and Travel Service +27 21 557 7996 [email protected]

SunWa River Lodge +27 11 431 2040 [email protected]

Supreme Expo Services +27 11 326 1844 [email protected]

Surge Brand Studio Pty Ltd +27 11 026 3518 [email protected]

Syner-G Marketing and Events +27 82 337 3734 [email protected]

Synergy Business Events (Pty) Ltd +27 11 476 5104 [email protected]

Synergy Business Events (Pty) Ltd +27 11 476 5104 [email protected]

Taj Cape Town +27 21 819 2000 [email protected]

TechnoScene Pty Ltd +27 12 807 0869 [email protected]

Ten Bompas Pty (Ltd) +27 11 325 2442 [email protected]

Terra Nova Tours +27 21 448 9965 [email protected]

Thaba Ya Batswana +27 11 959 0777 [email protected]

The Conference Company +27 31 303 9852 [email protected]

The Conference Company Cape Town +27 21 914 2751 [email protected]

The Elegant Lodge +27 12 346 6460 [email protected]

The Exhibitionist +27 11 794 4478 [email protected]

The Forum Company +27 11 575 0547 [email protected]





The Gateway Hotel +27 31 536 9200 [email protected]

The Green Room Designs CC +27 41 581 8903 [email protected]

The Kelway Hotel +27 41 584 0638 [email protected]

The Media House Production cc +27 11 326 1977 [email protected]

The Paragon Group +27 21 409 7878 [email protected]

The Riverbed Marketing and Communications Agency +27 11 783 7903 [email protected]

The Source PR & Event Management +27 87 940 2538 [email protected]

The Success Company +27 31 903 6136 [email protected]

The Summerstrand Hotel +27 41 583 3131 [email protected]

Thebe Reed Exhibitions +27 11 549 8300 [email protected]

Thoughtfire +27 31 569 5988 [email protected]

Thundermark Pty Ltd +27 11 679 3344 [email protected]

Timity Travel cc +27 12 378 1116 [email protected]

Tintswalo Lodges t/a Equestrian Boutique +27 11 234 2456 [email protected]

TKO Promotions (PTY) Ltd +27 12 549 0375 [email protected]

Toucan Communications +27 11 886 9895 [email protected]

Township Patterns cc +27 21 534 8558 [email protected]

Travel Update +27 11 675 3969 [email protected]

Travel with Flair Conferencing & Events +27 12 424 3300 [email protected]

TravelPeople +27 21 975 5377 [email protected]

Travkor Africa Pty Limited +27 11 883 7803 [email protected]

Tri Active Events Management +27 21 844 0975 [email protected]

Tribal Meetings Pty Limited +27 21 697 0436 [email protected]

Tsalena Media +27 11 888 8357 [email protected]

Tshwane University of Technology - Pta Campus +27 12 382 4337 [email protected]

Tsogo Sun +27 21 488 5753 [email protected]

Turbo Conferences cc +27 11 880 6030 [email protected]

Turners Conferences and Conventions Pty Ltd +27 31 368 8000 [email protected]

Turners Conferences and Conventions +27 31 368 8000 [email protected]

Two Oceans Aquarium +27 21 418 3823 [email protected]

Tzaneen Country Lodge & Conference Centre +27 15 304 3290 [email protected]

UCT Conference Management Centre +27 21 406 6733 [email protected]

Ukweza Holdings Pty Ltd +27 11 051 4296 [email protected]

Umfana Conferences & Events Management +27 21 911 0598 [email protected]

University of South Africa +27 12 433 4678 [email protected]

Urban Avantgarde Luxury Events Agency cc +27 21 430 0794 [email protected]

Urban Park & Hotel Spa +27 87 350 4662 [email protected]

Urbantonic +27 21 713 4439 [email protected]

V&A Waterfront +27 21 408 7890 [email protected]

Vaalnest Boutique Hotel +27 16 372 1075 [email protected]

Vawdas Promotions cc +27 32 943 1124 [email protected]

Venue Finders +27 11 442 1020 [email protected]

Venues for Conferences in Africa +27 31 764 0059 [email protected]

Vertical Limit Productions +27 11 447 1520 [email protected]

Vexicure Pty Ltd t/a The Westin Cape Town +27 11 954 1654 [email protected]

Village Exhibitions & Events Pty Limited +27 11 463 7889 [email protected]

Vineyard Hotel +27 21 465 7050 [email protected]

Wappoint (Pty) Ltd +27 21 300 0121 [email protected]

Water Research Commission +27 12 330 9053 [email protected]

Where Next? +27 11 463 7307 [email protected]

Wings Travel Management +27 11 292 5226 [email protected]

Wintertide Trading 139 CC TA Colour Of Africa +27 12 663 6565 [email protected]

Witch & Wizard Productions +27 11 465 6066 [email protected]

Wits Sports Admin Conference Venues +27 11 717 9406 [email protected]

Woodhill Country Club +27 12 998 0011 [email protected]

Workshops Anonymous CC +27 12 661 9229 [email protected]

XL Millennium Travel +27 21 590 7900 [email protected]

XL NEXUS Travel +27 11 486 9000 [email protected]

XO Africa Travel Pty Ltd +27 21 486 2700 [email protected]

Ya Batho Travel and Events Management +27 12 252 5884 [email protected]

ZenOne Productions (Pty) Limited +27 11 658 1356 [email protected]

Zulwini Tours & Safaris +27 31 267 1619 [email protected]

Z-Zone Event Solutions +27 11 466 6336 [email protected]

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