We’re excited to announce that PCO Alliance Network is proud to partner with The Festival of Eventing, Africa’s only dedicated event focused on event execution — happening 8 & 9 August 2025 at Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town! This is a welcome new event in South Africa, and is sure to become a much sought after fixture on the MICE calendar each year.
Join us as we help spotlight the latest tech, trends, and transformative themes shaping the future of African eventing. Whether you’re looking to innovate, scale, or elevate your next experience — this is where the conversation starts.
Key themes include:
– Celebrating excellence and redefining innovation
– Inclusive design and immersive event experiences
– The economic and social impact of the MICE industry
– Diversity, wellness & women in leadership
– Sustainability and futureproofing strategies
– AI, event tech & phygital experiences
– Experiential marketing and commercial growth
💡 Don’t just plan events — transform them.
Explore next-gen tools, crisis readiness, and smarter, scalable execution with 75+ speakers, 999+ delegates, and a powerhouse programme of masterclasses, panels, and keynotes.
Keynote Highlights:
- Iain Morrison – Former Head of Events, Sydney Opera House, Australia
- Adam Parry – Co-founder & Editor, Event Industry News, UK
- Lorne Sulcas – The Big Cat Guy, international motivational speaker
- Nicky Verd – Digital Disruptor & Author of Disrupt Yourself or Be Disrupted
- Our Vice Chairperson, Ellen Oosthuizen of Bebes Events and Promotions will be joining a panel discussion – “Operations Circle: Enhancing Efficiency in Event Execution” on 8th August 2025. If you are attending, be sure to catch this.
Plus, you’ll learn from experts across Mann Made Media, City of Cape Town, Cvent, SACIA, IFEA Africa, Alkemi Collective, Gauteng Tourism Authority, Event Greening Forum, Brand Avatar, and so many more.
Join a Masterclass Circles:
Part A: Bold ideas meet practical tools – elevate how you lead, create, and collaborate.
Part B: Next-gen tools, crisis readiness, and smarter, scalable execution.
Part C: Women’s Month gets the spotlight with powerful conversations and brilliant minds.
👉 Download the latest Agenda
👉 Register Now
🎟 Get your ticket here: https://evolve.eventoptions.co.za/register/foe/details
Let’s shape the future of African events — together.
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