The Planner

Event Entrepreneurship Course
2022-01-19 08:00 - 2022-02-23 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
The Event Entrepreneurship course is a 6-week masterclass that focuses on the fundamental business skills required to build an enduring brand in the meetings and events industry.
At the start-up phase of any business, strong business acumen is critical for success. This course will take you through the key foundational competencies that are necessary to enable you to get your business off the ground.
The meetings & events industry has evolved significantly over the past 2-3 years. The Event Entrepreneurship course will teach you how to identify focus niche areas in the emerging ‘new look’ of our industry. This module is aimed at enabling the learner to “build for the future” and not replicate a dying past.
The course is heavy on innovative design thinking. The curriculum then focuses on fundamentals such as:
• Pricing your services
• Marketing your business
• Pitching and closing deals
• Recruiting and Sub-contracting
• Developing partnerships to accelerate your growth
Upon completion of the course, you’ll have an understanding of the business tools and skillset needed to build a strong foundation for your business.
Dates: 19th Jan, 2022 – 23rd Feb, 2022
Cost: USD 350

Sustainable Events Masterclass
2022-02-02 08:00 - 2022-03-09 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
The sustainable event trend is continuing to grow. It is time to get more players in the events industry on board! Many businesses and event planners have already begun brainstorming how to implement ways they can make their events environmentally friendly.
So, what does it even mean to be “sustainable”? It means making changes to avoid the depletion of natural resources. The goal is to help maintain the environmental or at minimum ecological balance.
Creating sustainable events is key to being a responsible event planner. We have launched our Sustainable Events Masterclass to support sustainability-conscious organizations in our industry to incorporate and implement measures that enable them to comply with ISO 20121 and other standards.
We have a comprehensive toolkit that includes best practices, vendor surveys, templates, and contract clauses to equip companies in the meetings & events industry to plan sustainable events.
Dates : 2nd February, 2022 – 9th March, 2022
Cost : USD 585

Walk for Love
2022-02-12 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
Join Africa’s tourism industry as we come together in our respective territories to show the world what it means to be a passionate, resilient and determined industry! On 12 February 2022, the entire tourism industry will walk 2km in our respective territories to showcase our destinations.

Be part of this incredible initiative and get involved today! Read more here.

2022 George Old Car Show
2022-02-12 08:00 - 2022-02-13 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
Join SCRIBS BENZeum at the George Old Car Show to enjoy an event that has it all: amazing cars, good music, great entertainment, refreshing food and drinks and so much more!

Book your tickets on Computicket or visit your nearest Checkers or Shoprite to get them: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/25th_george_old_car_show_2022/7180367

Event Details:
Date: 12 and 13 February 2022
Time Slots: Sat: 8am – 11am; 11am – 2pm; 2pm – 5pm | Sun: 8am – 2pm
Entrance Fee: R50 per time slot; children under 12 receive free entry
Venue: Eden Technical High School (previously known as PW Botha College)
Theme: Southern Cape Old Car Club
New Parking: Carpe Diem School
All COVID protocols will be observed

#southerncapeoldcarclub #scocc #oldcars #classiccars #vintagecars #georgeoldcarshow #scribsbenzeum #georgeevents #visitgeorge #GeorgeMunicipality

Workers' Rights: Who else is in your employees life, and does it matter?
2022-05-19 10:30 - 11:30 (Europe/Helsinki)
Join webinar host, Queen Ramotsehoa, Executive Coach at the Tsheto Leadership and Coaching Academy, together with Mindset Coach, Llewellyn Devereaux, as we explore how Conscious Business is a Compelling Driver for Workers’ Rights.
Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/5469268127322200334
This invigorating and inspiring discussion takes place on GoToWebinar. For the most optimal interactive and viewing experience, download the desktop application here: https://support.goto.com/webinar (scroll down to the ‘Download’ button).

Infrastructure Africa
2022-08-17 08:00 - 2022-08-18 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Online
The 2022 edition of Infrastructure Africa will be hosted as a virtual conference to keep sharing information relating to the business opportunity around infrastructure development in Africa. Infrastructure Africa will connect industry stakeholders, foster dialogue, provide leading-edge information, promote investment and expansion, as well as facilitate business development around Africa’s growth and infrastructure needs.
Connect with infrastructure professionals at Infrastructure Africa, gain access to leading-edge innovation and knowledge, access infrastructure project opportunities and grow your business. Join the infrastructure industry meeting, from the comfort of your office or home.

TBCSA Leadership Conference 2022
2022-09-14 08:00 - 2022-09-16 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Sun City Resort, North West, South Africa
The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) welcomes all industry professionals to our inaugural conference where stakeholders across the tourism value chain will examine, discuss and come up with solutions to some of the challenges facing our sector. The conference is an ideal platform for you to make your voice heard as we get the tourism sector back on track and play our part in reviving the South African economy.
The face-to-face gathering will take place from 14th to 16th September at Sun City Resort in the warm province of the North West. The programme will be made up of plenaries, discussion panels and breakaway sessions among others. While the evenings will be dominated by social events to allow delegates to further network, socialise and enjoy our hospitality.

EuroShop 2023 Presentation Day - Johannesburg
2022-10-11 08:30 - 11:30 (Europe/Helsinki)
EuroShop is the world’s largest trade fair for the retail industry. It is the source of information and inspiration for professionals and decision-makers on every conceivable aspect of retailing. It is the platform to showcase trends and innovations in the following major themes of EuroShop 2023:

Expo Events and Marketing
Shop Fitting and Store Design
Retail Marketing
Visual Merchandising
Retail Technology
Food Service Equipment
Lighting
Refrigeration and Energy Management

If you want to learn more about the latest trends in retail, as well as find out why exhibiting at or visiting this trade fair is so important for your company, then don’t miss this presentation.
Johannesburg Event
Date: Tuesday, 11 October 2022
Time: 08h30 for 09h00 – 11h30
Venue: Workshop 17, The Bank, 24 Cradock Ave, Rosebank
Cape Town Event
Date: Wednesday, 12 October 2022
Time: 08h30 for 09h00 – 11h30
Venue: Workshop 17, Kloof Street, 32 Kloof Street, Gardens
REGISTER HERE
The speakers at the event will be as follows:

Mrs Elke Moebius, Global Head Retail and Technology for Messe Düsseldorf and Director of EuroShop
Mr Ulrich Spaan, EHI Retail Institute
Mr Justin Hawes, Managing Director at Scan Display and President of the International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES).

Join us at this event to learn how to take advantage of the EuroShop trade fair to broaden and deepen your contact with current and potential customers. Catering and Networking are free of charge.
For more information, please contact Thululela Pupuma on tpupuma@germanchamber.co.za.

EuroShop 2023 Presentation Day - Cape Town
2022-10-12 08:30 - 11:30 (Europe/Helsinki) | Workshop 17, Kloof Street, 32 Kloof Street, Gardens

Aviators Africa Conference and Awards 2022
2022-10-20 - 2022-10-22 | Protea Wanderers Hotel by Marriot, Corner Corlette Drive and Rudd Road, Illovo, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
The 2022 Aviators Africa Conference and Awards will bring together top stakeholders in African aviation to find ways to advance the development and sustainability of the continent’s aviation industry and allied industries. The theme is the Sustainability of African Aviation.
Aviators Africa has established itself as a premier aviation conference organiser that focuses on the Environment, Sustainability and Governance (ESG) in Africa. This is in tune with UN SDGs as concerns about aviation.
Over 200 delegates are expected to attend the full day conference, which will feature panel sessions and presentations of papers from airline operators, aircraft manufacturers, civil aviation authorities, tourism bodies and other stakeholders. There will also be ample networking opportunities.
Additionally, an Aviation Leadership CEOs forum will allow top management in private and public service to participate in a leadership and sustainability masterclass.
A glamorous gala award ceremony will be held for the Aviators Africa Awards. Also known as the Tower Awards, these home-grown awards were created to recognise and celebrate brands and changemakers who have contributed to the advancement of African aviation. Voting for the award nominees is now open.
The Aviators Africa Conference and Awards will be held from 20 to 22 October at Protea Wanderers hotel by Marriot in Johannesburg, South Africa. For more information, contact admin@theaviatorsafrica.com

sefa Engagement Session in Soweto
2022-10-20 09:30 - 14:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Diepkloof Community Hall, ben Cuyler Dr, Diepkloof Zone 1, Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa
sefa invites you to an engagement session where we will be unpacking our product offering:

Direct Lending Products
Wholesale Lending Products
Amavulandlela
Inyamazane
Business Viability Programme (BVP)
Small Enterprise Manufacturing Support Programme (SEMSP)
Township and Rural Entrepreneurship Programme (TREP)

sefa is the Small Enterprise Finance Agency. It provides financial products and services to qualifying SMMEs and cooperatives, as defined in the National Small Business Act of 1996 and amended in 2004, through a hybrid of wholesale and direct lending channels.
Seats are limited so please RSVP to businessboost@sefa.org.za.

Festive workshops at Spier - It’s time to get creative!
2022-12-03 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Spier Wine Estate
Sign up for Spier’s fun festive workshops hosted by local floral artist Janel Capraro, and try your hand at making a wreath for Christmas or building your own terrarium. Arrive alone or bring along a few friends or family members – and get creative. Whether it’s a gift to yourself or a loved one, these workshops are entertaining and bursting with festive fun.
Create your own Christmas Wreath
Forget the plastic baubles and tinsel this Christmas and make your very own wreath instead. Use nature’s raw materials to create something beautiful, personal and uniquely festive.

When: Saturday 3 December 2022, 10:00-13:00
Where: The Cow Shed, Spier Wine Farm
Cost: R600pp including a glass of Spier Cap Classique Brut
CLICK HERE for more info and to book

Build your own terrarium
Get your hands a little dirty this festive season by creating a thriving ecosystem inside a glass jar. Sounds pretty cool right? We like to think so.

When: Saturday 10 December 2022, 10:00-13:00
Where: The Riverhouse, Spier Wine Farm
Cost: R1200pp including a glass of Spier Cap Classique Brut
CLICK HERE for more info and to book

By choosing Spier, you are supporting Spier’s Growing for Good learning initiatives that empower communities to create positive social and environmental change.

Summer in the City unplugged
2022-12-03 10:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Waterfall City, Pretoria Main Road, Midrand, South Africa
What better way to welcome the end of the year and kick off the festive season than at Summer in the City Unplugged? Taking place on 3 December at Waterfall City, Summer in the City Unplugged is all about relaxing, unwinding and spending time with your family and friends. It’s a celebration of gourmet eats and vibey beats. Think picnic blankets, mouthwatering artisanal food, chilled music and unlimited fun!
Relax on the lawns to a mix of unplugged music by local musos and beat-filled sets from a host of South African DJ’s. And tuck into delicious food offerings such as high-end harvest tables, juicy Portuguese prawns and espetada, Belgian fries with a choice of toppings, spicy Mexican fare, open-flame chisa nyama, and more – all washed down with your favourite pairings.
Make a date with family and friends and head to Waterfall City to enjoy a day out to unplug, unwind and feast on scrumptious food, with relaxing music and pairing. It’s Summer in the City Unplugged taking place on Saturday, 3 December from 10am to 10pm. Tickets now on sale through www.ticketmaster.co.za
Ticket pricing:

Early Bird tickets available until 6 November: R200 per adult. Kids under 12 enter free.
General Access tickets from 1 Nov: R200 per adult. R50 for kids under 12.

The Galileo is back with a star-studded summer line-up in the Winelands
2022-12-03 17:00 - 23:30 (Europe/Helsinki) | Knorhoek Wine Farm, Knorhoek Rd, R44,, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7605
Nothing signals the start of summer quite like The Galileo Open Air Cinema. This season, The Galileo Open Air Cinema is proudly sponsored by Santam, and will showcase a brand new season of cinematic delights. The recipe remains perfected for sunset viewings all throughout Cape Town’s partner venues and into the magnificent Cape Winelands, where there’s bound to be a show popping up near you.
The next few months are jam-packed with over 110 movie screenings showcasing a series of blockbuster hits, from family favourites to heart-warming romcoms, upbeat comedies, adored musicals – promising something on offer for every movie lover!
Set in some of most picturesque and exclusive settings across the Western Cape, the magnificent wine estates chosen make for all the more reason to arrive early, cuddle up close and enjoy some estate wines while you tick one of the many must-visit vineyards off the seemingly-never ending list across Stellenbosch, Somerset West, Paarl and Franschhoek.
For those who have not yet experienced a Saturday sunset screening, arrive as the gates open at 5pm to take full advantage of the breathtaking mountain vistas, award-winning wines on offer and the delectable on-site artisanal food market. Get comfy as you find a spot on the manicured lawns – the perfect backdrop for an evening picnic of pre-movie al fresco dining with loved ones.
For the first time ever, The Galileo will also be hosting a festive family show in Stellenbosch for Christmas Eve celebrations! Apt that the season then concludes with a final screening, set up at the foot of the Helderberg mountains on Lourensford Estate on 29 April 2023.
More than just a movie experience, The Galileo offers an opportunity to soak up the balmy summer atmosphere and unrivaled surroundings with vibey music, beautiful views and more! Consider your date nights, family weekend activities, birthday bashes and year-end festivities sorted this summer season.

Season 11 Winelands screenings at The Galileo

Sat, 03 Dec: Music and Lyrics at Knorhoek Wine Farm
Sat, 10 Dec: Grease at Plaisir Wine Estate
Sat, 17 Dec: Last Christmas at Glenelly Estate
Sat, 24 Dec: Home Alone (Special Christmas Show) at Stellenbosch Vineyards
Sat, 07 Jan: The Notebook at Nederburg Wine Farm
Sat, 14 Jan: My Best Friend’s Wedding at Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards
Sat, 21 Jan: He’s Just Not That Into You at L’avenir Estate
Sat, 28 Jan: The Proposal at Stellenbosch Vineyards
Sat, 04 Feb: Love Actually at Blaauwklippen Wine Estate
Sat, 11 Feb: Bohemian Rhapsody at Backsberg Family Wines, Franschhoek
Tue, 14 Feb: Marry Me (Special Valentine’s Show) at Nooitgedacht Estate
Sat, 18 Feb: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again at Vredenheim, Hudson’s
Sat, 25 Feb: The Holiday at Lourensford Wine Estate
Sat, 04 Mar: Mamma Mia! at Nederburg Wine Farm
Sat, 11 Mar: Wedding Crashers at Neethlingshof Estate
Sat, 18 Mar: Pretty Woman at Plaisir Wine Estate
Sat, 25 Mar: A Good Year at Glenelly Estate
Sat, 01 Apr: Notting Hill at Laborie Estate
Sat, 08 Apr: About Time at Stellenbosch Vineyards
Sat, 15 Apr: Grease at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate
Sat, 22 Apr: The Vow at Waterford Estate
Sat, 29 Apr: Mamma Mia! at Lourensford Wine Estate

Tickets
Tickets start from R129pp, doors open at 6pm on weekdays, 5pm on Saturdays, and the movie starts after sunset.
This season all are encouraged to come for FREE during their birthday week (excluding special shows). Pensioners are also catered to, with special savings to ensure there’s no reason to stay home this summer.
Arrive early, find your spot on the luscious lawns and enjoy an evening of artisanal food, drinks, games, lively music and an overall great vibe. To view the full movie schedule and book your seat under the stars visit www.thegalileo.co.za/movies/.

Festive workshops at Spier - It’s time to get creative!
2022-12-10 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Spier Wine Estate
Sign up for Spier’s fun festive workshops hosted by local floral artist Janel Capraro, and try your hand at building your own terrarium. Arrive alone or bring along a few friends or family members – and get creative. Whether it’s a gift to yourself or a loved one, these workshops are entertaining and bursting with festive fun.

Build your own terrarium
Get your hands a little dirty this festive season by creating a thriving ecosystem inside a glass jar. Sounds pretty cool right? We like to think so.

When: Saturday 10 December 2022, 10:00-13:00
Where: The Riverhouse, Spier Wine Farm
Cost: R1200pp including a glass of Spier Cap Classique Brut
CLICK HERE for more info and to book

By choosing Spier, you are supporting Spier’s Growing for Good learning initiatives that empower communities to create positive social and environmental change.

The Valley Harvest Table
2023-04-16 13:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Boschendal Wine Estate, Pniel Road, Groot, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690, South Africa
Franschhoek Wine Valley together with Boschendal Wine Estate presents a unique and unforgettable culinary experience set for Sunday 16 April 2023, where guests will enjoy a magnificent five-course meal crafted by some of Franschhoek’s leading chefs.
The Valley Harvest Long Table event will take place on the picturesque lawns outside Boschendal’s Olive Press and brings together Franschhoek’s best chefs, including Eric Bulpitt, Nanda Cardoso, Nicolene Barrow, Kyle Norris and Ryan Shell, who will each craft a course to showcase and celebrate the bounty of the area.
The event promises a spectacular selection of gourmet gold prepared using sustainably-grown, farm-fresh produce from Boschendal and our surrounding abundant valley.
Guests will be greeted with a glass of Boschendal’s award-winning bubbly and a selection of paired estate wines sourced from top terroirs to complement the meal which follows this very warm welcome.
Ruth McCourt, CEO at Franschhoek Valley Wine Tourism, says: “The Valley Harvest Long Table is an opportunity to share some of the amazing produce, meals and people that make Franschhoek such a world-famous culinary and tourist destination. And with three amazing charities standing to benefit from the event, guests will also make a welcome contribution to improving the lives of less privileged communities in our beautiful valley.”
All profits from the event will be donated to three local charities – Isabelo, FRANCO, and The Kusasa Project, who will all equally benefit from this epicurean event which pays homage to the great and crucial work being done by these inspiring organizations.
Support a great cause whilst enjoying an unforgettable culinary experience true to Franschhoek’s usual gourmet gold.
Cost: R1500 per person (all profits to go toward three local charities). Purchase tickets here

Michelangelo Wine Tasting Event (Jo'burg)
2023-04-21 17:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Southern Sun Rosebank, Cnr Tyrwhitt & Sturdee Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Southern Sun, the hospitality partner of the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards since 2018, is proud to announce two renowned wine tasting events taking place in Johannesburg and Durban in a lead up to the 2023 Awards. The two events provide the opportunity for wine lovers to sample a selection of award-winning wines and spirits and to meet the winemakers and producers who produced them.
The first Michelangelo Wine Tasting Event will take place in Johannesburg on Friday and Saturday, 21 and 22 April at Southern Sun Rosebank, followed by a second event in Durban on Friday and Saturday, 26 and 27 May at Garden Court uMhlanga. At these two unmissable events, wine lovers can expect to taste wines and spirits from a comprehensive selection of South African premium wine brands, including:

Vondeling
The Johannesburg Distilling Company
Bon Courage
Thor Vintners
Le Pommier
Mountain Ridge
Premier Pure Fusion
Holden Manz
Nitida
Aslina Wines
De Bosch Farm
Durbanville Hills
Nederburg
Simonsig
Private Collection
Niel Joubert Wines
Hoopenburg Wines
Lourensford Wines
Babylonstoren Wines

These renowned cellars and distilleries will exhibit not only their award-winning produce, but also their extended ranges of delightful wines and spirits, offering guests over 100 wines, spirits, MCC and other sublime creations.
Mynard Slabbert, co-owner of the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards explains, “These Wine Tasting Events showcase a selection of the 2022 Michelangelo winners who were announced at a gala awards evening hosted at Southern Sun Cape Sun. The tasting events bring the wines, winemakers and producers to Johannesburg and Durban, giving local wine lovers, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and merchants an opportunity to engage with them, and sample their award-winning products first-hand. Now in its 27th year, the Michelangelo Awards remain unique in Africa, with more than 263 individual judges from 47 countries having served on the panels over the years.”
“The tasting events bring the wines, winemakers and producers to Johannesburg and Durban, giving local wine lovers, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and merchants an opportunity to engage with them, and sample their award-winning products first-hand.”
As the biggest wine and spirits competition in Africa, the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards receives more entries than any other awards programme in the sector. All entries are meticulously judged by panels of wine experts from five different continents in a blind tasting, utilising the 100-point OIV system. This impartial process guarantees that each participant is assessed on the same level, without being swayed by packaging or brand name.
Southern Sun’s chief executive, Marcel von Aulock commented on the hotel group’s ongoing association with the Michelangelo Awards, “Partnering with these prestigious awards provides us with the opportunity to showcase some of South Africa’s most renowned winemakers and to support an industry which is closely linked to our own. We are delighted to host the Michelangelo Wine Tasting Events, and look forward to welcoming wine lovers in Johannesburg and Durban to Southern Sun Rosebank and Garden Court uMhlanga in April and May respectively.”
Tickets for the Michelangelo Wine Tasting Events can be purchased online now at Computicket, and a limited number of tickets will be available at the door (R200).
Southern Sun Rosebank event tickets cost R175 online (21 & 22 April).
Garden Court uMhlanga event tickets cost R150 online (26 & 27 May).
Wine lovers are invited to make an evening of it with Southern Sun’s special accommodation rates for event ticketholders. To book an overnight stay at Southern Sun Rosebank click here, and to book an overnight stay at Garden Court uMhlanga, click here.
Visit www.southernsun.com to find out more about Southern Sun.
Visit www.maiwsa.co.za to learn more about the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards.

Michelangelo Wine Tasting Event (Jo'burg)
2023-04-22 17:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Southern Sun Rosebank, Cnr Tyrwhitt & Sturdee Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Southern Sun, the hospitality partner of the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards since 2018, is proud to announce two renowned wine tasting events taking place in Johannesburg and Durban in a lead up to the 2023 Awards. The two events provide the opportunity for wine lovers to sample a selection of award-winning wines and spirits and to meet the winemakers and producers who produced them.
The first Michelangelo Wine Tasting Event will take place in Johannesburg on Friday and Saturday, 21 and 22 April at Southern Sun Rosebank, followed by a second event in Durban on Friday and Saturday, 26 and 27 May at Garden Court uMhlanga. At these two unmissable events, wine lovers can expect to taste wines and spirits from a comprehensive selection of South African premium wine brands, including:

Vondeling
The Johannesburg Distilling Company
Bon Courage
Thor Vintners
Le Pommier
Mountain Ridge
Premier Pure Fusion
Holden Manz
Nitida
Aslina Wines
De Bosch Farm
Durbanville Hills
Nederburg
Simonsig
Private Collection
Niel Joubert Wines
Hoopenburg Wines
ourensford Wines
Babylonstoren Wines

These renowned cellars and distilleries will exhibit not only their award-winning produce, but also their extended ranges of delightful wines and spirits, offering guests over 100 wines, spirits, MCC and other sublime creations.
Mynard Slabbert, co-owner of the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards explains, “These Wine Tasting Events showcase a selection of the 2022 Michelangelo winners who were announced at a gala awards evening hosted at Southern Sun Cape Sun. The tasting events bring the wines, winemakers and producers to Johannesburg and Durban, giving local wine lovers, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and merchants an opportunity to engage with them, and sample their award-winning products first-hand. Now in its 27th year, the Michelangelo Awards remain unique in Africa, with more than 263 individual judges from 47 countries having served on the panels over the years.”
“The tasting events bring the wines, winemakers and producers to Johannesburg and Durban, giving local wine lovers, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and merchants an opportunity to engage with them, and sample their award-winning products first-hand.”
As the biggest wine and spirits competition in Africa, the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards receives more entries than any other awards programme in the sector. All entries are meticulously judged by panels of wine experts from five different continents in a blind tasting, utilising the 100-point OIV system. This impartial process guarantees that each participant is assessed on the same level, without being swayed by packaging or brand name.
Southern Sun’s chief executive, Marcel von Aulock commented on the hotel group’s ongoing association with the Michelangelo Awards, “Partnering with these prestigious awards provides us with the opportunity to showcase some of South Africa’s most renowned winemakers and to support an industry which is closely linked to our own. We are delighted to host the Michelangelo Wine Tasting Events, and look forward to welcoming wine lovers in Johannesburg and Durban to Southern Sun Rosebank and Garden Court uMhlanga in April and May respectively.”
Tickets for the Michelangelo Wine Tasting Events can be purchased online now at Computicket, and a limited number of tickets will be available at the door (R200).
Southern Sun Rosebank event tickets cost R175 online (21 & 22 April).
Garden Court uMhlanga event tickets cost R150 online (26 & 27 May).
Wine lovers are invited to make an evening of it with Southern Sun’s special accommodation rates for event ticketholders. To book an overnight stay at Southern Sun Rosebank click here, and to book an overnight stay at Garden Court uMhlanga, click here.
Visit www.southernsun.com to find out more about Southern Sun.
Visit www.maiwsa.co.za to learn more about the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards.

Hotel and Hospitality Show
2023-05-18 - 2023-05-20 | Sandton Convention Centre
The sixth Hotel and Hospitality Show will be hosted by dmg events at the Sandton Convention Centre 18-20 May 2023. The three day show is a unique platform embracing every facet of the hospitality industry – from decor, finishes and in-room technology to service, F&B and the design of staff uniforms. Thousands of decision makers in this vibrant industry will love the new and exciting products, trends and ideas brought to you by 12 countries.
• Enjoy the live events such as the 2023 Global Pizza Challenge and the Southern Africa Housekeepers League of Champions.
• This year’s seminars will be divided into two sections – a) the current state of the industry and b) how to re-establish your business in the industry.
• All front or back of house staff and owners, operators and managers of hotels, venues, restaurants, clubs, taverns, food outlets, B&Bs, resorts, caterers, hospitals etc will find the carefully curated range of services, products and trends valuable.
• A unique opportunity to network with industry leaders in the hotel and hospitality industry.
Register for free entry: https://www.thehotelshowafrica.com/

Michelangelo Wine Tasting Event (Durban)
2023-05-26 17:00 - 21:00, 2023-05-27 17:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Garden Court uMhlanga, Cnr Aurora Drive and Centenary Boulevard, Umhlanga Rocks,, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

5th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit & Challenge
2023-05-31 - 2023-06-02 | Safari Court, Corner Of Auas And, Aviation Road,, Windhoek, Namibia
Developing youth and innovative entrepreneurship solutions for inclusive tourism recovery in Africa.
The Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit (AYTIS) & Challenge is hosted by Africa Tourism Partners in collaboration with UNWTO and BDO. It is the “one and only” pan-African Youth and start-ups in Tourism Summit and innovation challenge in tourism on the continent.
This competition invites and welcomes innovative ideas and solutions that goes beyond technology but are travel, tourism and MICE industry related projects for review and adjudication by a preeminent panel of industry leaders. Through the summit and other media platforms, top 5 finalists of the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge are introduced to industry leaders, mentors and potential funders and/or partnerships.
CLICK HERE to enter the competition. Entries close on 28 February 2023.

The Tourism Investment Forum
2023-06-07 - 2023-06-09 | African Vineyard Guest House & Wellness Spa, Plot 79, Kanoneiland,, Upington, Northern Cape, 8800, South Africa
Forging global partnerships for inclusive local economic development through sustainable investment
The Tourism Investment Forum offers destinations an ideal platform to support and contribute to the Destination’s investment and trade promotion efforts while actively driving business, investment and trade opportunities within the tourism and related sectors.
The Key Objectives of the Tourism Investment Forum Africa are to:

Provide an opportunity to raise awareness, provide information about the investment climate of the destination and promote the destination’s priority programmes and investment projects;
Promote the destination as an investment destination and market its tourism and other investment projects;
Connect project owners with investors through packaging and presentation of pre-selected investment opportunities and projects;
Facilitate the establishment of business contacts between stakeholders and investors which can lead to the development of concrete projects;
Create opportunities for trade, business and investment facilitation for tourism and related products within local host communities;
Facilitate an exchange of knowledge and insights on key trends and developments in the investment, travel and tourism; and
Profile and promote the region as an attractive location for business events.

Supported by South African Tourism.

Unpacking net zero carbon events
2023-07-20 10:00 - 11:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Online
Alex Alles will be unpacking the global initiative, the Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE), to industry role-players in a free online talk on 20 July 2023.
Alex joined the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) in August 2022. There he is responsible for the overall operations of the association as well as the project office of the Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE). NZCE is an industry-wide initiative aiming to help stakeholders of the meetings and events sectors to decarbonise.
Net Zero Carbon Events is a global initiative by the meetings and events industry to address climate change as a collective ecosystem. The initiative was launched in 2021 and now counts over 550 supporters in over 50 countries. It is free of charge and open to all stakeholders from the events industry: all direct operators within the value chain of events (organisers, venues, service providers, logistics…) as well as partners such as destinations, associations, media etc.
There will be time to ask Alex questions after the talk. Please RSVP: https://www.eventgreening.co.za/events/save-the-date-an-introduction-to-net-zero-carbon-events/

AAXO's Inaugural Sunrise Session: Unleashing the Power of Women in the Township Economy (CPT)
2023-08-24 07:00 - 10:15 (Europe/Helsinki) | Spade Hotel, 8 Alfred Nzo Street, Mandela Park, Khayelitsha, Cape Town, South Africa
Roughly 17% of South Africa’s entire workforce is engaged in the informal economy, commonly referred to as the township economy and, for numerous families without access to formal employment, this informal sector serves as a crucial means of support.
With statistics showing that there are around 30-40 businesses per 1,000 people in townships across South Africa, investment into the sector is crucial to ensure that economic growth is stimulated, leading to increased job opportunities, reduced unemployment, and enhanced income distribution.
In support of women entrepreneurs in the township economy, The African Association of Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) will be hosting their inaugural Sunrise Sessions, titled Unleashing the Power of Women in the Township Economy, which aims to bring together dynamic women entrepreneurs, business leaders, and visionaries for a day of inspiration, networking, and insightful discussions.
The Sunrise Sessions will take place on 24 August 2023, at the Spade Hotel in Cape Town and on 25 August 2023, at the SUD Restaurant in Johannesburg. The sessions will begin with busses departing from designated locations and will feature an engaging agenda designed to uplift and empower women in the township economy.
Event Program: Cape Town Session – 24 August 2023
7:00 am: Busses depart from CTICC
8:00 am: Arrival at Spade Hotel
8:15 am: Welcome Address by Vusi Vokwana – Chairperson of Township Economy Commission of South Africa
8:15 am: Introduction by Devi Paulsen-Abbott – Chairperson of AAXO
8:30 am: Breakfast Served
8:45 am: Inspirational Talk by Sindiswa Mzamo – Global President of Circle of Global Business Women
9:30 am: Q&A Session
9:45 am: Discussion and Networking
10:15 am: Return to Drop-off Point
A similar event programme will take place in Johannesburg on 25 August 2023.
AAXO’s Sunrise Session is a unique opportunity for women in the township economy to connect, learn from industry leaders, and share their experiences. Attendees can look forward to gaining valuable insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, and business strategies, while also building meaningful connections with like-minded individuals.
“We are thrilled to host our inaugural Sunrise Sessions, focused on empowering women in the township economy,” said Devi Paulsen-Abbott, Chairperson of AAXO. “We believe that by bringing together talented women entrepreneurs and providing them with a platform to learn, network, and inspire one another, we can drive positive change and growth in our communities.”
For more information about AAXO’s Sunrise Session and to register for the event, please click here or visit the official event website at www.aaxo.co.za.

AAXO's Inaugural Sunrise Session: Unleashing the Power of Women in the Township Economy (JHB)
2023-08-25 07:00 - 10:15 (Europe/Helsinki) | Sud Restaurant, 6877 Vilikazi Street, Orlando West, Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa
Roughly 17% of South Africa’s entire workforce is engaged in the informal economy, commonly referred to as the township economy and, for numerous families without access to formal employment, this informal sector serves as a crucial means of support.
With statistics showing that there are around 30-40 businesses per 1,000 people in townships across South Africa, investment into the sector is crucial to ensure that economic growth is stimulated, leading to increased job opportunities, reduced unemployment, and enhanced income distribution.
In support of women entrepreneurs in the township economy, The African Association of Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) will be hosting their inaugural Sunrise Sessions, titled Unleashing the Power of Women in the Township Economy, which aims to bring together dynamic women entrepreneurs, business leaders, and visionaries for a day of inspiration, networking, and insightful discussions.
The Sunrise Sessions will take place on 24 August 2023 at the Spade Hotel in Cape Town and on 25 August 2023 at the SUD Restaurant in Johannesburg. The sessions will begin with busses departing from designated locations and will feature an engaging agenda designed to uplift and empower women in the township economy.
Event Program: Johannesburg Session – 25 August 2023
7:00 am: Busses depart from The Expo Guys (3 Walton Rd, Aeroton, Johannesburg)
8:00 am: Arrival at SUD Restaurant
8:15 am: Welcome Address by Bheki Twala – Township Economy Commission of South Africa
8:20 am: Introduction by Projeni Pather – AAXO Immediate Past-Chair and MD Exposure Marketing
8:45 am: Inspirational Talk by Tami Mase – Founder and CEO: Women in Power
9:30 am: Q&A Session
9:45 am: Discussion and Networking
10:15 am: Return to Drop-off Point
A similar event programme will take place in Cape Town on 24 August 2023.
AAXO’s Sunrise Session is a unique opportunity for women in the township economy to connect, learn from industry leaders, and share their experiences. Attendees can look forward to gaining valuable insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, and business strategies, while also building meaningful connections with like-minded individuals.
“We are thrilled to host our inaugural Sunrise Sessions, focused on empowering women in the township economy,” said Devi Paulsen-Abbott, Chairperson of AAXO. “We believe that by bringing together talented women entrepreneurs and providing them with a platform to learn, network, and inspire one another, we can drive positive change and growth in our communities.”
For more information about AAXO’s Sunrise Session and to register for the event, please click here or visit the official event website at www.aaxo.co.za.

TBCSA Annual Tourism Leadership Conference 2023
2023-09-06 - 2023-09-08 | Sun City, R556, North West, 0316, South Africa
The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) is organising the 2nd annual TBCSA Tourism Leadership Conference, which will take place from 6 to 8 September at the Sun City Resort in the North West, South Africa.
Coinciding with tourism month and the beginning of spring, the conference will be held under the theme “Tourism – The Engine of Growth”. The theme of the conference has been chosen to highlight the role of tourism for the South African economy.
The conference will be an open forum for discussion on the opportunities and challenges facing the tourism sector. The solutions required for South Africa’ tourism sector to continue being sustainable and competitive will also be discussed. For this to happen, the private sector, public sector, academia, and media, will come together to share knowledge and focus on how to help South Africa achieve its goal of 21 million arrivals by 2030.
Some of the topics that will be discussed at this year’s conference include but not limited to;
** Tourism safety
** The working relationship between the private and public sector for the good of tourism
** The sustainability of SMMEs in the tourism sector
** How to improve the marketing of destination South Africa

Mhondoro Safari Lodge Wellness Safari Retreat
2023-09-07 08:00 - 2023-09-12 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa, Welgevonden Game Reserve, Waterberg, Limpopo, South Africa
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa will team up with a renowned international yoga instructor and detox specialist to present a Wellness Safari Retreat at the 5-star lodge in the Welgevonden Game Reserve (Limpopo), from 7 to 12 September 2023.
The 5-night package is limited to 10 participants. It includes luxury accommodation and a complete wellness programme with healthy, organic meals and optional detox juice fasting days. Activities that are included comprise of personal coaching, yoga and meditation sessions, daily safaris, bushwalks, mindfulness walks and massages/spa treatments, as well as road transfers from OR Tambo Airport.
The Mhondoro Wellness Safari Retreat will be hosted and facilitated by professional personal coach, Monique Christiaans of Zenzo Yoga in the Netherlands. She says: ‘It is my dream to give people tools to live more consciously. I fulfill this mission by presenting retreats in nature, where it is possible to escape one’s busy life and relax completely in a beautiful, natural environment. During these six days you can recharge your batteries completely and at the same time become more aware of nutrition and the importance food, and what it does in your body.’
Myriam Vogel, the co-owner of Mhondoro Safari Lodge says that Mhondoro lends itself perfectly to hosting exclusive wellness events like this, with extensive decks and heated swimming pools overlooking the wilderness, a yoga room and two small gymnasiums, as well as a Spa suite with a bath outside on the deck. ‘We have put together a programme aimed at relaxation and intensive cleansing, inviting participants to re-charge, rejuvenate, rest and relax. In six days you will go on a transformative journey that will tell you more about yourself and your current lifestyle. So, whether you want to lose some weight, get more balance in your life or just get away and enjoy the breathtaking scenery and wildlife, this promises to be an unforgettable experience.’

More about Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa
Located in Welgevonden Game Reserve in the Waterberg (Limpopo), MHONDORO SAFARI LODGE & VILLA is a luxury safari destination of note. A mere 2h45-minute drive from Johannesburg, the landscape is breathtaking rich and diverse, stretching across 35 000 hectares. The reserve is home to the Big 5, including a large white rhino population that is protected within the malaria-free reserve. Guided walks are popular with guests, as is watching the ‘resident’ herd of elephants who visit the waterhole at the lodge on a daily basis and who love a drink from the natural, salt-water swimming pools. #poolellie
The superb wildlife experience is complemented by Mhondoro’s luxurious accommodation, indulgent spa treatments, fine cuisine and passionate service. Dutch-owned, Mhondoro is a gourmand’s delight and a fusion of African chic and edgy European influences. The exclusive 5-star lodge sleeps only 24 guests, with accommodation including two child-friendly Family suites, a romantic Honeymoon suite, and a 2-bedroom Executive Suite. Guest suites are spacious with full bathrooms, outdoor showers, private decks and most have private plunge pools. Mhondoro Villa is the ultimate in luxury and privacy for families or friends travelling together. It features a magnificent master suite and two additional bedrooms and comes with a private gym, yoga or massage room and a heated swimming pool, a game-viewing safari vehicle with personal guide, and the services of a chef, butler and housekeeping staff.
Unique features at Mhondoro include the ultimate photographer’s dream: a waterhole with underground hide that is connected with the main lodge by a tunnel, as well as a stardeck, heated swimming pools and an infrared sauna. The Spa offers facials, massages, manicures and pedicures, as well as a private, outdoor spa deck overlooking the reserve to offer the ultimate relaxation.

The Live Tech Edu Summit
2023-09-12 | Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park, Princess of Wales Terrace, Cnr Carse O Gowrie, Sunnyside Drive, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2041, South Africa
An International Perspective – Live Events, Production & Creative Industries Technology
The first in-Africa Live Tech Edu Summit comes to South Africa and take place on the 12 September 2023 at the Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park (Formerly Sunnyside Park Hotel).
Presenting at the summit is the UK’s Academy of Live Technology – specialists in live events and creative industries degrees, undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications, short courses, and bespoke training programmes.
The objectives of the Live Tech Edu Summit include:

The UK based Academy of Live Technology sharing their experiences and insights regarding developments in international Live Events and Creative Industries.
Plans in place on the upgrading and registration of Live Events qualifications in South Africa from Level 4 up to Level 8.
Interest and participation of the UK based Academy of Live Technology (formerly Backstage Academy) in the South African space.

Strategic and financial support of the National Department of Sports Arts Culture Department has made it possible for the development (set-up) of the SA Academy for Live Technology. To be trained are the youth and next generation in the Live Events, Technical and Production Services Industries (ETPSI) in South Africa and beyond.
Live events and production services is crucial to bringing ideas to life. Such ideas could be for live events, theatre, broadcasting, sports events, cruise ship entertainment, TV and film production, government communication, even gaming.
“Opportunities of how – and what – you’re bringing to life are rapidly changing. Our industry is growing and evolving. Things like automation and technology are reinventing production as we know it, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. But the future is only as bright as the talent.” Says Freddie Nyathela – president of the South African Roadies Association (SARA).
Nyathela adds, “As an industry, we are often used to being behind the scenes, but if we don’t put a spotlight on production, how can we show that these kinds of careers exist to young people? Most of the jobs that keep the industry going are not part of common knowledge at all, resulting in an increasing gap between awareness and opportunity. Nevertheless, we have a responsibility to put our industry in front of young people and shout about all the opportunities there are. We need to work harder to dispel the myths and misconceptions around the validity of careers in our industry and lift the lid on how we create those extraordinary moments so many of us live for.”
The Live Tech Edu Summit is about shaping the future through education, innovation, collaboration and contributing to education that transform lives and status quo.

BRICS Future Skills Challenge 2023
2023-09-12 08:00 - 2023-09-15 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Johannesburg Expo Centre, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads, Johannesburg, South Africa
The youth of the BRICS nations are coming together to show how Future Skills will solve our most critical challenges, at the BRICS Future Skills Challenge 2023.
From 12 to 15 September 2023, South Africa will host 100’s of young people from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa who will compete to show off their solutions to the most pressing challenges we face today.
With thousands of attendees ranging from industry experts from critical sectors, multinational company representatives, the global public and government representatives from around the BRICS nations, the Future Skills Challenge 2023 is a perfect place to exhibit how your company contributes to the future.
