Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Feb 5, 2026
SATSA, the voice of inbound tourism in Southern Africa, has formalised a partnership with the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), the world’s largest network of adventure tourism professionals. As the only African association...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Jan 22, 2026
The Africa’s Eden MICE Show 2026, in partnership with SAACI, returns to Livingstone from 18 to 20 February 2026, to showcase how integrating business events with destination marketing can drive meaningful connections, regional growth, and lasting...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Jan 22, 2026
The 2026 EXSA-llence Awards was nothing short of spectacular, and we had the absolute pleasure of joining the industry for an evening that truly lived up to its Mardi Gras–themed “Behind the Magic” concept. From the moment guests arrived, it was...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Jan 8, 2026
Tourism sector responds with coordinated measures to ensure visitor safety and support local economies amid ongoing water restrictions and seasonal fires. SATSA, the voice of inbound tourism, encourages clear, reliable, and factual communication as...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Dec 5, 2025
Overseas arrivals to South Africa are showing encouraging signs of recovery, but beneath the widely reported triple-digit growth figures lies a more complex reality that demands more rigorous examination. David Frost, CEO of SATSA, the voice...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Nov 28, 2025
The Exhibition and Events Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Association of Korean Exhibition Industry (AKEI), marking a significant milestone in fostering international collaboration...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Nov 28, 2025
The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Association of Korean Exhibition Industry (AKEI). This new partnership strengthens our shared...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Nov 24, 2025
The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa (FEDHASA) has described the launch of the Vaal Corporation Water Utility (VCWU) by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), Rand Water, and Emfuleni Local Municipality as a decisive...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Nov 20, 2025
EGF unpacks the full journey to achieving credible green certification. The Event Greening Forum (EGF) recently hosted a power-packed webinar titled “The Road to Certification: Getting Your Event Certified as Green”, offering event professionals a...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Nov 17, 2025
Be inspired. Be equipped. Be the best! The 2026 EXSA Conference promises to be a transformative experience for the exhibition and events industry of Southern Africa. Set to take place on 21 January 2026 at the ANEW Hotel O.R. Tambo, this dynamic...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Nov 12, 2025
FEDHASA applauds the move which ends month-to-month leases, unlocking South Coast tourism potential. In a major win for tourism and hospitality on KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast, the National Department of Public Works has taken control of 15 prime...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Nov 7, 2025
Ready to take your sustainability journey from talk to tangible action? Join the Event Greening Forum for a practical session that unpacks exactly what it takes to get your event certified as Green. What Will You Learn? This session will demystify...
