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Meet the Powerhouses Behind the Judging Panel: Women in MICE Awards 2026

There are moments in an industry when the spotlight doesn’t just shine on achievements — it shines on the people entrusted to recognise them. The Women in MICE Awards 2026 is one of those moments. This year, we are proud — and truly honoured — to introduce a panel of judges who embody excellence, leadership, innovation, and unwavering passion for the MICE industry. These are the individuals who will carefully review every nomination, celebrate every story, and ultimately help us recognise the women shaping the future of our industry. This is...

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RX Africa dominates 7th annual AAXO ROAR Awards with 11 wins

RX Africa secured an impressive 11 accolades, including Exhibition of the Year, at the 7th Annual Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) ROAR Awards on 26 March, dominating the industry’s flagship celebration of excellence. Held under this year’s theme of ‘The Ubuntu Legacy: Building Community, Celebrating Excellence’, the ROAR Awards honour organisations whose exhibitions continue to elevate the standard of the African events industry. Despite a reduction in the number of award categories this year, RX Africa emerged as the...

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Good intentions are not enough: the Franschhoek hotel putting sustainability to work

Three kilometers outside Franschhoek village, on a property where a craft brewery shares space with a boutique hotel, something quietly practical is happening. While much of the travel industry talks about sustainability in broad strokes, the team at @Franschhoek Hotel has spent the past few years building it into the daily mechanics of how the place runs.   The result is not a carbon-neutral certificate on the wall. It is a 110kW solar installation on the roof, a borehole system that has reduced the property’s reliance on municipal...

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WTM Africa 2026 Opens to Record Numbers

World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2026 has opened its doors at the CTICC in Cape Town this week to its largest and most internationally diverse edition to date, welcoming 8,000 trade professionals from 63 countries and confirming Africa’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing tourism markets.   Exhibitor numbers have grown to 780 – a double-digit increase on 2025 – drawn from 40 countries and supported by 43 tourism boards and 65 event partners. A total of 13,500 appointments have been confirmed, a 35%...
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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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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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