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Registrations Officially Open: Women in MICE Breakfast 2026

The moment has arrived. Registrations for the Women in MICE Breakfast are officially open — and this year’s gathering carries even greater significance for our industry. Hosted at the CTICC in Cape Town at WTM Africa on the 15th of April 2026 from 8am to 10am.  Where the Awards Journey Begins The Women in MICE Breakfast marks the official start of the Women in MICE Awards 2026 journey. At this highly anticipated event, we will: ✨ Officially announce the 2026 Women in MICE Awards judges✨ Reveal the full award categories✨ Open nominations for...

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ADVENTURE TOURISM GENERATES BILLIONS FOR SOUTH AFRICAN ECONOMY AS INDUSTRY TARGETS GLOBAL MARKET SHARE

New SATSA white paper highlights adventure tourism’s untapped potential for sustainable economic growth and regional tourism development. SATSA, in partnership with Futureneer Advisors, has released a new white paper revealing South Africa’s adventure tourism industry generated R12 billion in direct revenue in 2024, while supporting 91,000 jobs.   The strategic document outlines the full economic impact of adventure tourism (which reaches R25 billion when multiplier effects are applied), gaps and opportunities, and how South...

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Valentine’s at 35,000 Feet: Work Trips with a Touch of Romance

A consultant flies to a regional hub for a late-week meeting. Their partner joins for the weekend; they use loyalty points to upgrade the room, book a set‑menu Valentine’s dinner on the Saturday evening, and add a day of local exploring before flying home. This is business travel done right.   It’s an open secret that multi-day business travel is less “exciting time away in a new city” and more “lonely and exhausted”. It’s a recipe for decreased productivity and, critically for your business, a negative impact on mental and physical...

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Gauteng – The Global Nexus Where Business Meets Unrivalled African Brilliance

In the heart of South Africa, Gauteng province is not just hosting events; it is orchestrating the future of global dialogue, commerce, investments and cultural fusion. Gauteng, long recognized as Africa’s economic powerhouse, has undergone a metamorphosis. Gauteng’s evolution from a strong continental player into a globally competitive business events destination has been deliberate, data-driven and purpose-led. The successful hosting of the 2025 G20 Leaders’ Summit and its accompanying G20 Social Summit marked a decisive moment in...
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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 & Event Planner annual publication is an essential resource for event planners, cataloguing the industry's leading venues and suppliers in a way that makes it easy to find the perfect solution for your next event.

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CareerSuccess is South Africa’s leading professional development magazine for administrative professionals, executive assistants, office managers, and those building careers in the fast-evolving world of business support.

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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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Cape Town International Convention Centre

THE CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE (CTICC) is Africa’s leading MICE destination, providing world-class facilities for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions, while serving as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and solutions. Located in Cape Town’s Foreshore precinct, the CTICC is a landmark venue in a globally acclaimed city. Known for sustainability and excellence, it holds a five-star tourism rating and prestigious industry awards, making it a preferred choice for event organisers. With versatile facilities, it continues to host impactful events on a global scale.

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Elegant Experience: Redefining Unforgettable Moments

At Elegant Experience, we create moments that stay with people long after the lights come up and the last guest has gone home. What began at Brooke’s kitchen table has evolved into a leading entertainment and event agency, one known for creativity, precision, and a proud flair for the extraordinary.
Today, we specialise in designing bespoke experiences for corporate events, private celebrations, and large-scale productions. Every detail world-class performers, live music, immersive staging, interactive entertainment, and cutting-edge tech is intentionally curated to transform an event into an experience people feel, remember, and talk about.
Our team brings together deep industry knowledge and sharp creative direction to deliver seamless execution with that signature “wow” factor.

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