lizette.jonker@3smedia.co.za | May 24, 2023
Gary Koetser is the CEO of Century City Conference Centre and Hotels, owned by Rabie Property Group. It’s a position he has held jointly with Glyn Taylor until recently, when the two have separated their vast portfolio to allow each to better focus...
lizette.jonker@3smedia.co.za | May 19, 2023
Recently, at the World Travel Market Africa, the latest consumer trends were introduced to delegates. Travel industry panellists discussed how the industry can adapt to meet the needs of travellers. “Consumers are increasingly seeking travel...
lizette.jonker@3smedia.co.za | May 11, 2023
FEDHASA (Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa) has launched a non-profit programme to stimulate job creation in the hospitality sector at the Africa Travel Indaba. This exciting initiative is a collaboration between FEDHASA, enterprise...
Shanna Jacobsen | Jan 20, 2025
Pullman Cape Town announced on Thursday last week that it has been awarded the Green Key certification for its efforts in sustainability – a testament to the hotel’s commitment to environmental responsibility. “This achievement demonstrates the...
Mike Lysko | Jan 17, 2025
In the fast-paced world of event planning, success hinges on one thing: flawless execution. The real magic happens when industry leaders join forces, blending their strengths to create something extraordinary. Our partnership with SparkSmiths for...
Shanna Jacobsen | Jan 16, 2025
Johannesburg’s newest premier luxury events venue, The Forum Hyde Park, has announced its official opening. Blending elegance with versatility, the stylish venue accommodates up to 400 guests. With breathtaking views of the city’s skyline,...
Londi Khumalo | Jan 15, 2025
The MICE industry in Africa reflects the continent’s broader economic patterns, with uneven growth projected for 2025. While Africa’s overall GDP is expected to remain at 4%, high inflation across many nations continues to challenge purchasing...
Shanna Jacobsen | Jan 14, 2025
The Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) has today announced that entries for the highly anticipated AAXO ROAR Awards are now open. These awards recognise innovation, resilience, and excellence in the exhibition industry. Whether it...
Shanna Jacobsen | Jan 14, 2025
Culinary tourism remains one of the hottest trends across the globe, with travellers – both young and old – actively seeking authentic foodie experiences, hands-on workshops and cooking classes, gastronomic tours, and new dining destinations. So...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Dec 17, 2024
The Incentive Planner explores why South Africa is the ultimate choice for incentive travel, highlighting the pivotal role of the South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB) in elevating and supporting incentive travel programmes. Incentive...
Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 13, 2024
Global sustainability leaders gathered online during COP29 to reflect on the progress of the Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) initiative so far and shared some emerging tools and AI that are helping organisations on their journey. Almost a decade ago,...
Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 11, 2024
By Andrew Solomon, Client Strategy Director and Lianne Booth, Strategic Project Director at Achievement Awards Group Motivation is a driving force behind employee behaviour, productivity and satisfaction. When designing an employee rewards...
Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 11, 2024
Personalisation has long led the conversation when it comes to trends in the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) space. But for Carol Weaving, Managing Director RX Africa, advances in technology, sustainability and wellness are...
