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PCO Alliance Network ‘You Rock’ Awards in partnership with Meetings magazine

Shanna Jacobsen | Feb 20, 2025 | Event News

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Meetings Africa After Party on February 26, as the PCO Alliance Network – in partnership with Meetings magazine and 4Mal Media Management – proudly presents its inaugural ‘You Rock’ Awards at the iconic Hard Rock Cafe! This event will celebrate the very best in our industry across six prestigious categories, honouring the visionary leaders and innovators who are shaping the future of meetings and events. Awards ceremonies play a crucial role in the MICE industry by recognising excellence, fostering...

CSIR ICC strengthens team with additional key appointments

Shanna Jacobsen | Feb 19, 2025 | Venues

The CSIR International Convention Centre (ICC) has announced the appointment of key role players within the facilities team. These recent appointments reflect the CSIR ICC’s dedication to constantly enhancing its safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) procedures to ensure consistent, exceptional experiences for its clients and visitors. The new Safety and Setup Coordinator, Jobe Mkhatywa, brings extensive experience in managing SHEQ across various industries. In addition to his qualifications, which include expertise in internal...

The future of air travel in SA – what business travellers can expect

Shanna Jacobsen | Feb 19, 2025 | Travel & Tourism

Good news in South Africa’s airline industry has been hard to come by in recent years – but that’s finally changing. After a turbulent period, the skies are opening up again. Passenger numbers are climbing, flights are fuller, and confidence in air travel is returning. Cape Town International Airport set a new record in 2024, welcoming three million two-way international passengers – 10% more than in 2023, according to Wesgro. Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International remains the country’s busiest hub, handling around 21 million passengers...

Cvent group sourcing volume hit record $16.5 billion in 2024

Shanna Jacobsen | Feb 18, 2025 | Services & Supplier News

Cvent revealed today via a Businesswire release that group sourcing volume through the Cvent Supplier Network (CSN) set a new record high in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic numbers for the first time. Approximately US$16.5 billion of group business volume was sourced through the CSN last year, driven in part by a 16% increase in room nights in 2024 compared to 2019. As one of the world’s largest group hotel and venue sourcing marketplaces, the significant milestone underscores the value that organisations place on meetings and events in...

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Sun International – Sun City

Nestled in the rolling hills of the Pilanesberg, one of South Africa’s most scenic locations, the Sun City resort is a world unto itself and has earned its reputation as Africa’s Kingdom of Pleasure.

Located on the border of the Pilanesberg National Game Park, and just a two-hour drive from Johannesburg, or a short 40-minute flight, Sun City is the perfect getaway destination.

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Barmotion – Mobile Hospitality Solutions

Barmotion provides a complete mobile hospitality solution for all corporate events, expos and exhibition stands with imagination, creativity and a dedication to total customer satisfaction.

Founded in 2010, we are celebrating 15 years of delivering a full turnkey hospitality service to the events and exhibitions industry. With offices in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban, our footprint extends to the whole of South Africa. We also have a small but growing presence in the UK.

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