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Gigster relaunches as a technology-driven marketplace for South Africa’s event industry

Gigster, the South African event marketplace founded by keynote speaker and founder Carina Bruwer, has relaunched after being rebuilt from the ground up. The new platform connects event organisers with professionally vetted suppliers across the country, replacing the fragmented mix of WhatsApp threads, email chains and PDFs that still defines most of the industry’s booking process. Originally launched as a live entertainment booking site, Gigster now spans a far broader supplier base — including entertainment, audiovisual production, video...

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Club Med South Africa Signals New Era for Tourism, Investment and Global Travel Demand

South Africa’s tourism sector received a major vote of confidence this week as government leaders, tourism stakeholders and Club Med executives gathered at the upcoming Club Med South Africa Beach & Safari Resort on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast ahead of Africa’s Travel Indaba. The event highlighted the landmark development’s anticipated contribution to tourism growth, job creation, skills development and regional economic upliftment, while positioning the resort as one of the country’s most significant tourism investments in recent years....

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Africa’s Travel Indaba and the future of business travel across the continent

As Africa’s Travel Indaba returns to Durban from 11 to 14 May, the focus turns to how the continent is positioning itself within the next phase of global tourism growth. Hosted at the Durban International Convention Centre, the event brings together tourism operators, policymakers and investors to explore partnerships that drive the growth of travel across Africa. Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille said the tourism sector is shifting from recovery to growth, with forecasts from the World Travel and Tourism Council suggesting tourism could...

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A family lodge is redefining sustainable tourism through long-term thinking

The tourism industry is increasingly called upon to account for its environmental and social impact. Within the Northern Drakensberg, one family offers a practical example of how that responsibility can be translated into long-term practice.   Founded in the early 2000s by Anthony and Jean Carte, who had previously been involved with The Cavern Resort & Spa, Montusi Mountain Lodge is now under the leadership of the next generation, with Lindsay Du Plessis as Director. Although the business has evolved in recent years, its direction...
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Meetings magazine represents the MICE and business tourism sectors, featuring the latest news, industry opinions, special reports, trends and how-to’s. It is published every second month.

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The Meetings and Event Planner

The 2026 edition of The Meetings & Event Planner is here — your essential guide to smarter, more strategic event planning. This year’s edition goes beyond a traditional directory, offering a powerful blend of industry insights, best practice guidance, and a curated showcase of venues, destinations, service providers, and associations across South Africa and beyond. Designed to support planners, organisers, and decision-makers, it is a practical tool to help you create impactful, experience-driven events in an ever-evolving MICE landscape.

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CareerSuccess

In this issue, we explore the evolving workplace through smarter office technology, automation, digital confidence, and modern office design. Our inspiring Cover Story features Harriet Millson, founder of MadagasCaT, sharing her remarkable journey from farm life to becoming one of Madagascar’s leading travel specialists. We also spotlight PAFSA and South Africa’s PA of the Year nomination process, recognising the strategic role administrative professionals play in shaping today’s business landscape.

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The Incentive Planner

This special focus annual publication provides original content specific to its niche market, including expert interviews, best practice tips and case studies, as well as the latest research findings, industry trends and trending destinations.

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Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

COUNTRY ELEGANCE MEETS MODERN LUXURY
Discover serenity at Mount Grace Hotel & Spa, with its signature blend of luxury and relaxed countryside charm. Perfectly located amidst the majestic Magaliesberg Mountains on a sprawling country estate only an hour’s drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria, the hotel offers classic style and elegant comfort with spectacular views and rich natural heritage.

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EPH Group

EPH Group is a leading South African event technical production company, delivering high-impact experiences across corporate events, exhibitions, and live shows. With over 30 years of expertise, they provide full turnkey solutions—from concept and design to installation and execution. Their services include audio, lighting, LED screens, staging, and audio-visual production.

Known for their hands-on approach, EPH works closely with clients to ensure precision, reliability, and seamless delivery. More than just a supplier, they take full ownership of technical production, ensuring every detail performs flawlessly. Based in Pretoria, EPH Group is recognised for innovation, professionalism, and consistently delivering visually impressive events.

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