Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Nov 24, 2025
The countdown to World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2026 has officially begun with the opening of trade visitor registration. Taking place in the host city of Cape Town at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 14–16 April...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Sep 10, 2025
World Travel Market (WTM) Africa has announced the launch of its first-ever China Ready® Workshop in partnership with China Business Intelligence Service Network (CBISN), a must-attend event for tourism stakeholders seeking to position themselves...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 19, 2024
4Mal Media Management has once again demonstrated its appetite for collaboration, with its latest announcement being its partnership with WTM Africa. WTM Africa takes place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CITCC) over three days,...
Shanna Jacobsen | Apr 24, 2024
World Travel Market Africa (WTM Africa) concluded its 2024 edition with unprecedented attendance, showcasing a significant spike in global interest for African travel and tourism. This year marked a 40% increase in buyers from last year,...
Shanna Jacobsen | Apr 19, 2024
During this year’s Africa Travel Week, part of WTM Africa, the untapped potential of inclusive tourism was a key topic. A diverse panel, including advocates and tourism suppliers, discussed the significant economic contributions that...
Shanna Jacobsen | Apr 16, 2024
The winners of the prestigious World Travel Market Africa (WTMA) Responsible Tourism Awards were announced at Africa Travel Week 2024 in Cape Town. Bangu Masisi of Transfrontier Parks Destinations unveiled the honourees, celebrating businesses and...
Shanna Jacobsen | Apr 11, 2024
Today marked the commencement of the Responsible Tourism Conference at WTM Africa 2024. A wide array of topics was discussed such as the essence of positive impact tourism and the effects of certification – subjects I plan to explore more...
Shanna Jacobsen | Apr 10, 2024
Today marked the commencement of the eagerly awaited 2024 WTM Africa at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), an event that, despite my relatively short tenure of over two months as the editor of The Planner Guru, I consider a...
Shanna Jacobsen | Feb 6, 2024
As a highlight of Africa Travel Week 2024, the programme for the 10th edition of the WTM Africa has just been announced. The programme for this year’s event features favourites such as the ever-popular speed networking event together with the...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 23, 2023
Registrations are now open for the 10th edition of Africa Travel Week (ATW), which will run from 07 to 12 April in the City of Cape Town. This year’s events will celebrate of a decade of bringing together the continent’s leading B2B travel...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 16, 2023
WTM Africa is urging responsible tourism businesses to enter their Responsible Tourism Awards 2024. The deadline for entries is 1 March 2024. These annual awards are a highlight at WTM Africa, where they serve to celebrate exceptional...
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...
