Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 12, 2023
Byline: Devi Paulsen-Abbott, CEO of ECP (Energy, Capital & Power) and chair of AAXO (Association of African Exhibition Organisers) A number of dedicated events and exhibitions took place in Africa this year to spark discussions and inspiration...
Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 7, 2023
The public opening of GrandWest’s Grand Hotel took place on 1 December, following its long-awaited expansion. Since opening the flagship GrandWest property in December 2000, this extension is the first new hotel investment in Cape Town for...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 28, 2023
The Tourism Sentiment Index (TSI) is an online sentiment-tracking tool provided by Destination Think, a group that combines strategy, data, and creative communications to lead the world in destination marketing innovation. Here SA Tourism unpacks...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 28, 2023
Leading global trade show, IBTM World, has opened its 2023 edition with the launch of its ‘World Trends Report 2024’. The annual report addresses some of the biggest macro-economic, political, ecological, and next-generation...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 23, 2023
The global meetings and events industry thrives on collaboration among organisations and stakeholders. In this spirit, the International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) and the Greek Meetings Alliance (GMA) have formalised a...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 16, 2023
The Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) emphasises support for entrepreneurs this Entrepreneur Month Small and medium-sized enterprises constitute 95% of all officially registered businesses and make a significant 50% contribution...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 15, 2023
Charlene Hefer, Portfolio Director of Specialised Exhibitions – a division of the Montgomery Group Byline: Charlene Hefer, Portfolio Director, Specialised Exhibitions – a division of Montgomery Group. The exhibition trends driving the exhibition...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 9, 2023
The 2023 Global Responsible Tourism Awards saw Africa securing an impressive five wins out of eight award categories. This achievement highlights the continent’s growing influence and commitment to sustainable travel practices. Harold...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 7, 2023
The Africa Free Continental Trade Area (AfCFTA) has endorsed the Africa Tourism Private Sector Alliance (ATPSA). This took place during the 6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum (ATLF) hosted by the Government of Botswana from 03 to 06 October 2023...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 6, 2023
Leading tourism associations of South Africa – ASATA, FEDHASA, SATSA, SAVRALA, and SAACI – are standing together in full support of Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille and the constructive approach she has taken to engage the private sector since...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 2, 2023
The 2023 Africa Tourism Leadership Forum (ATLF) and Awards was held at the Grand Palm International Convention Centre in Gaborone, Botswana, from 04 to 06 October. In its 6th year, the event was hosted by the Government of Botswana through the...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 1, 2023
A year into development, the luxurious high-end Lefika Villas development at Sun City is 85% complete and will be ready to host guests for the 2023 Nedbank Golf Challenge. Sun City resort general manager, Brett Hoppe, says, “The development...
