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bureaux, creating national strategies, and building new meeting hotels and congress centres. South Africa’s business-events pedigree speaks for itself, boasting a litany of international and local events such as COP 17, the World Economic Forum, and the 5th BRICS Summit, but it is the upcoming events that really have the world buzzing. With almost 6 000 stargraded accommodation establishments, and in excess of 1 000 star-graded meeting rooms; delegates are spoilt for choice. The country’s legendary hospitality and unmatched natural beauty ensures the enjoyment continues long after the business of the day is done. Across Africa,
the enhancement of public infrastructure is making travel even easier; numerous African associations are being created and are hosting international meetings; visas and bureaucratic barriers are being cut back; skills are being transferred and human capacity increased in every service field; and IT and telecoms solutions are increasingly available wherever needed. By 2030, this continent will be home to 25% of all the world’s population, and the business opportunities will be truly vast. I urge you to bring your meetings to Africa and to experience all that we have to offer. Nina Freysen-Pretorius, ICCA President
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alk through any major city in Africa and you’ll be forgiven for thinking that you’re in New York, Melbourne or London; such is the level of infrastructure and skills. South Africa has long been the frontrunner in hosting large-scale business events on the continent, but countries such as Tanzania, Egypt and Kenya have upped their game in recent years and emerged as the darlings of the conferencing scene, and numerous other countries across this vast continent are taking the first steps to position themselves as serious international meetings and incentive destinations: setting up convention
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Welcome to Africa
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Venue Guide
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Africa Events Calendar
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Africa: At the Pinnacle of Global Innovation
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SA’s Events Industry in Top Form
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Venues in Africa
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Associations: Plenty of Potential in Africa
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Conferencing in Africa: On the Frontier of New Business Events Destinations
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Exhibitions: More Growth in Store as Africa Bulks Up
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Incentive Travel: No End to the Possibilities
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Did You Know?
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Western Cape: Breath-Taking Beauty and Artistic Innovation
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Gauteng: A Business Events Hub for Africa
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KwaZulu-Natal: Stunning Locations Meet Vivacious Events
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Egypt: A Transcontinental Trade Bloc
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Kenya: Forging Ahead in the Conferencing Sphere
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Nigeria: The Giant of Africa
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Tanzania: An African Paradise
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15 Things to in South Africa
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Government Contacts
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Directory A-Z
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Advertisers A-Z
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VENUE GUIDE
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VENUE GUIDE CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE (CTICC)
UNITED NATIONS ECONOMIC COMMISSION FOR AFRICA - (UNECA)
The CTICC, located in the heart of the city, provides a state-of-the-art flexible meeting facility with 11399m2 of dedicated exhibition space, two raked auditoria seating 1500 and 620 delegates, a 2000m2 ballroom, 33 break-out rooms, and an integrated 483-room five star hotel, The Westin Cape Town. LOCATION: Cape Town, South Africa CAPACITY: 1,500 (seated in auditorium) 9,500 (seated in Exhibition Centre) CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +27 21 410 5000 Fax: +27 21 410 5001 www.cticc.co.za
UNCC-AA is a fully integrated and secure complex with state-of-the-art facilities for all kinds of meetings - whether for 10 people or 1000 leaders. With its large meeting rooms, exhibition space, advanced audiovisual equipment, video editing suites, radio broadcasting studio, printing facilities, high-speed wireless internet connections and catering services, UNCC-AA is the right choice for conference organisers. LOCATION: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia CAPACITY: 800 (Seated in conference room 1) CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +251 11 544 3252 Fax: +251 11 544 5739 www.uneca.org/uncc
SANDTON CONVENTION CENTRE Located in the heart of Sandton’s business district, with over 22,000m2 of convention, exhibition and special event space, 10,600 secure parking bays, conveniently located entertainment centres and over 30 hotels nearby, Sandton Convention Centre is Southern Africa’s most technologically advanced convention centre, offering purpose-built facilities to cater to your every need. LOCATION: Johannesburg, South Africa CAPACITY: 10,000 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +27 11 779 0000 Fax: +27 11 779 0001 www.saconvention.co.za
DURBAN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE As a state-of-the-art, technology driven centre, the Durban ICC is one the most advanced facilities in the world. The centre offers the largest column free, flat floor, multi-purpose space in Africa. Its flexible and versatile design offers six interlinked convention halls that are separated with movable walls that allow for a number of venue configurations. The five-star graded facility was voted Africa’s leading Meetings and Conference Centre for the 13th year by the World Travel Awards. LOCATION: Durban, South Africa CAPACITY: 12,300 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +27 31 360 1000 Fax: +27 31 360 1005 www.icc.co.za
INTERCONTINENTAL NAIROBI The 380 room InterContinental Nairobi with a dedicated conference centre and additional breakout rooms and boardrooms, features unrivalled facilities in the city, and has a well established reputation for the highest standards of excellence. LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya CAPACITY: 800 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +254 20 320 0000 Fax: +254 20 320 0030 www.intercontinental.com/nairobi
CSIR INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE The CSIR Int’l Convention Centre (CSIR ICC) is a state-of-the-art Convention Centre with an experienced, dedicated team of professional staff that are totally committed to innovation benefitting clients and providing a seamless holistic conference venue product and service of the highest standard. LOCATION: Pretoria, South Africa CAPACITY: 450 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +27 12 841 3884 Fax: +27 12 841 2051 www.csiricc.co.za
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WINDSOR GOLF HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB
Safari Park Hotel blends luxurious accommodation of 205 rooms with ensuite marble bathrooms & private balconies overlooking beautifully manicured gardens & a tropical swimming pool. It offers a world class conference centre, with over 20 meeting rooms all having Wi-Fi, prefunction & break-out areas LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya CAPACITY: 1,000 (seated in Jambo conference Centre), 10,000 (Cocktail style in Paradise Gardens) CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +254 20 363 3000 Fax: +254 20 363 3919 www.safaripark-hotel.co.ke
We are a 5-star hotel resort with impressive Victorian style buildings with 130 deluxe rooms comprising twins, doubles, studio suites and cottages all overlooking our spectacular 18-hole championship golf course. LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya CAPACITY: 250 theatre style CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +254 20 864 7000 Fax: +254 20 233 8093 www.windsorgolfresort.com
THE KENYATTA INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE Our location in the heart of Nairobi, within walking distance to several 5-star hotels makes us the perfect venue for conferences, meetings, exhibitions and special events. We have well equipped conferences and meeting rooms, the largest having a capacity for 4,000 delegates. LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya CAPACITY: 4,000 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +254 20 326 1000 Fax: +254 20 310 223 www.kicc.co.ke
SUN CITY Sun City has the capacity to cater for 20 to 6,000 delegates. The Sun City Superbowl, which is located in the convention centre, is the largest venue, with a capacity for 6,000 seated delegates. LOCATION: North West, South Africa CAPACITY: 6,000 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +27 11 780 7504 Fax: +27 11 780 7994 www.sun-city-south-africa.com
ARUSHA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE (AICC) Piazza 2065m2 Reception/cocktails for 2,365 persons. Restaurant seating for 546 persons. Secretarial bureau, bank/postal services, tours & travel agency within the complex. LOCATION: Arusha, Tanzania CAPACITY: 1,350 (seated in main auditorium) CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +255 27 2050 181-4 Fax: +255 27 205 0201 www.aicc.co.tz
MULUNGUSHI INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE Mulungushi International Conference Centre has 4478m2 of meeting space. With 20 conference halls, the Centre offers parallel sessions and break away rooms. LOCATION: Lusaka, Zambia CAPACITY: 2,500 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +260 1 290 506 Fax: +260 1 291 991 www.micc.co.zm
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTER JOAQUIM CHISSANO Our vision: Become the first and ideal option for your event. Our mission: Offer efficient solutions for hosting and organising all types of events. LOCATION: Maputo, Mozambique CAPACITY: 1,000 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +258 21 485 438 Fax: +258 21 487 027 www.cicjc.gov.mz
EMPERORS PALACE Casino, shopping, fast food & restaurants emporium, child care facilities, entertainment centre, theatre and movie houses. 4 hotels: 80 rooms all-suites 3-Star, 248 rooms 3-Star, 150 rooms 4-Star and 196 rooms 5-Star. LOCATION: Johannesburg, South Africa CAPACITY: 2,500 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +27 11 928 1315 Fax: +27 11 928 1702 www.emperorspalace.com
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The CICC offers the market an almost unlimited scale capability to host a wide range of events – from intimate business meetings and workshops to large audience product launches, press conferences, congresses, exhibitions and conventions. LOCATION: Lagos, Nigeria CAPACITY: 6,000 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +234 1 277 2700 25 Fax: +234 1 2704071 www.ekohotels.com
JULIUS NYERERE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE JNICC is a state-of-the-art convention centre that lies in the heart of Dar es Salaam city, a major gateway to the world renowned “southern tourist circuit”, the “coastal tourist circuit”, and Zanzibar in Tanzania. JNICC has 12 conference rooms that can seat 5 - 300 flexible styles LOCATION: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania CAPACITY: 1,000+ CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +255 22 292 2101 Fax: +255 22 292 2100 www.aipc.org
GRAND NILE TOWER
IMPERIAL ROYALE HOTEL
The luxurious landmark Grand Nile Tower is poised directly on the magnificent Nile on the tip of Roda Island with a prime location in central Cairo, close to many cultural and tourists attractions. Our 5 star hotel hosts a wide array of restaurants , including the Revolving Restaurant with French speciality cuisine overlooking the magnificent Nile. LOCATION: Cairo, Egypt CAPACITY: 800 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +20 2 2365 1234 Fax: +20 2 2362 1927 www.grandniletower.com
The Imperial Royale Hotel is renowned in Uganda for its modern conference facilities with a total of 21 conference rooms and banqueting halls suitable for business conventions, weddings and banquets and designated as most suitable conference centre in the country. They range in size from the 2000 seater Primrose Hall which is on 2 tiers, down to the 20 seater Iris hall. LOCATION: Kampala, Uganda CAPACITY: 2, 000 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +256 (0)417 111000 F: +256 (0)414 250146 www.imperialhotels.co.ug
CAIRO INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE
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The Cairo International Conference Centre ( CICC ) is the only comprehensive conference centre in the country, over 30 hectares of it. Of these , 58,000m2 have been given over to conference facilities that are nothing less than state-of-the-art. LOCATION: Cairo, Egypt CAPACITY: 3,000 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +20 2 22633222 www.cvent.com
BIBLIOTHECA ALEXANDRINA CONFERENCE CENTRE BACC is a state-of-the-art meeting and exhibition facility and is an integral part of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina complex. The Conference Center and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, with their joint capacity, will be a center of culture and a beacon of knowledge to serve Egypt, the Mediterranean Region, Africa and the world. LOCATION: Alexandria, Egypt CAPACITY: 1,600 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +203 4839999 www.bibalex.org
A golden icon on the city skyline, the luxury 304 room Rainbow Towers Hotel & Conference Centre is on par with the world’s best, and is geared to meet the needs of the most discerning business and leisure traveller. LOCATION: Harare, Zimbabwe CAPACITY: 4,500 CONTACT DETAILS: Tel: +263 4 772 6339 Fax: +263 4 772 593 www.therainbowtowershotel.com
ELEPHANT HILLS RESORT Over the years The Elephant Hills Hotel has become a Victoria Falls icon. The resort lies at the top of a hill outside of Victoria Falls affording many of the rooms sweeping views of the Zambezi River across to Zambia. LOCATION: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe CAPACITY: 500 CONTACT DETAILS: USA Reservation Toll Free: 1 888 790 5264 UK Reservation Toll Free: 00 800 7297 2900 www.elephanthillshotel.com
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WELCOME TO AFRICA
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FLIGHT DURATIONS The flight time from London to Cape Town is 11 hours, 40 minutes. The flight time from London to Lagos, Nigeria is 6 hours, 43 minutes. The flight time from New York to Cairo is 11 hours, 44 minutes. The flight time from New York to Nairobi, Kenya is 15 hours,14 minutes. The flight time from Hong Kong to Johannesburg is 12 hours,15 minutes. The flight time from Hong Kong to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is 11 hours, 53 minutes.
TO VISIT MOST AFRICAN COUNTRIES, YOU WILL NEED: • A valid passport or travel document that will be valid for the length of your intended stay • A valid visa, if required • Sufficient funds • A return or onward ticket • Yellow fever certificates – if your journey starts or passes through the yellow fever belt of Africa or South America
EXCHANGE RATE: (As of 29.01.2015) £1 = R17.54 €1 = R13.05 $1 = R11.59
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EVENTS IN 2015 JANUARY ITT EGYPT 10 - 13 January Cairo International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cairo KENYA MICE EXPO 2015 23 – 25 January Kenyatta International Convention Centre February
FEBRUARY ABTA BUYERS ONLY BREAKFAST February Johannesburg, South Africa ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM February Accra, Ghana NOG - NIGERIA OIL & GAS 2 - 5 February Abuja International Conference Centre, Abuja ECOMMERCE AFRICA CONFEX 3 - 4 Feb Cape Town International Convention Centre INVESTING IN MINING AFRICAN INDABA 2015 9 -12 February Cape Town International Convention Centre MEETINGS AFRICA 24 - 25 February Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
THE ECOMMERCE SHOW AFRICA 2015 10 – 11 March Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
WORLD TRAVEL MARKET AFRICA™ 15 - 17 April Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town
CONMACH NIGERIA 11 - 13 March The Landmark Events Centre, Lagos
GLASS WORLD EXHIBITION - EGYPT 21 - 23 April Cairo International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cairo
DECOREX DURBAN 19 – 22 March Durban ICC CONNECTED AFRICA 2015 25 – 26 March Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg SATCOM AFRICA 2015 26 – 27 March Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
A’SAMBENI AFRICA BUSINESS TOURISM EXPO 21 – 25 April Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre, Bulawayo
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DECOREX CAPE TOWN 24 - 27 April Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town
ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM April Nairobi, Kenya
POWER & ENERGY AFRICA 27 - 29 April Kenyatta International Conference Centre, Nairobi
FÉDÉRATION INTERNATIONALE DES CONSEILS EN PROPRIÉTÉ INTELLECTUELLE INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS (FICPI2015) 11 - 19 April Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town
18TH AUTOEXPO AFRICA 2015 27 – 29 April Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi
INTERNATIONAL LUXURY TRAVEL MARKET L AFRICA ™ 13 - 15 April Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town
DESIGN INDABA EXPO 27 Feb – 1 March Cape Town International Convention Centre
INCENTIVES, BUSINESS TRAVEL & MEETINGS EXPO AFRICA™ 13 - 15 April Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town
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FOODBEXT WEST AFRICA 14 - 16 April Eko Convention Centre
RETAIL WORLD AFRICA 2015 10 – 11 March Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
19TH WORLD CONGRESS ON DISASTER AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE 21 – 24 April Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town
MAY ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM May Luanda, Angola ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM May Lagos, Nigeria OFFICE TECH May Cairo International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cairo MINING COPPERBELT TRADE EXPO & CONFERENCE 5 – 6 May Mist Gardens, Kwite
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18TH KENYA INTERNATIONAL TRADE EXHIBITION 7 – 9 May Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi INDABA 9 - 11 May Durban ICC, Durban HOSTEX EAST AFRICA 12 - 14 May Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi
JUNE ABTA BUYERS ONLY BREAKFAST June Johannesburg, RSA MARKEX 9 – 11 June Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg KWAZULU-NATAL INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION 9 – 12 June Durban Exhibition Centre SOURCE AFRICA 10 – 11 June Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town TOGSC - TANZANIA OIL & GAS SUPPLIERS CONFERENCE 11 - 12 June Saba Trade Fair Grounds, Tanzania BEAUTY & WELLNESS KENYA 27-29 June The Sarit Centre, Nairobi
JULY ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM July Accra, Ghana ABTA TRAVEL BUYERS COCKTAIL FUNCTION July Johannesburg AVIATION OUTLOOK AFRICA 2015 30 June – 1 July Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
MEDIATECH AFRICA 2015 15 - 17 July Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg MINE ENTRA 22 - 24 July Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre TANZANIA INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR July Saba Trade Fair Grounds, Dar es Salaam
AUGUST ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM August Johannesburg, South Africa ABTA SME/UNIVERSITY TRAVEL 101 WORKSHOP August Johannesburg, South Africa
CARDS & PAYMENTS EAST AFRICA 15 - 16 September Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi POWER, STEEL & HOUSING 22 - 24 September Abuja International Conference Centre
OCTOBER ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM October Lagos, Nigeria ABTA BUYERS ONLY BREAKFAST October Johannesburg, South Africa ATA’S 40TH ANNUAL WORLD CONGRESS October Nairobi, Kenya
100% DESIGN SOUTH AFRICA™ 6 - 10 August Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg
DIGI SIGN AFRICA 8 – 11 October Cairo International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cairo
DECOREX JOBURG 6 - 10 August Coco-Cola Dome, Johannesburg
SKÅL WORLD CONGRESS 2015 18 - 23 October Mombasa, Kenya
AFRICA WOMEN INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP FORUM 2015 13 - 14 August Calabar International Convention Centre
HOMEX NIGERIA 20 - 22 October Eko Hotel and Convention Centre, Lagos
SEPTEMBER ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM September Luanda, Angola ABTA HALF DAY TRAVEL MANAGEMENT FORUM September Nairobi, Kenya PHAROS EXPO 1 - 3 September Cairo International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cairo AFRICA OIL & GAS EXPO 2015 8 – 9 September Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES & FRANCHISE EXPO 10 - 13 September Coco-Cola Dome, Johannesburg
NOVEMBER ABTA ANNUAL AFRICAN BUSINESS TRAVEL CONFERENCE November South Africa BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES & FRANCHISE EXPO 5 - 7 November Ghana International Trade Fair Centre GRAND DESIGNS LIVE – CAPE TOWN 27 – 29 November Cape Town International Convention Centre
DECEMBER SOLAR-TEC MENA December Cairo International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cairo KENYA TRADEX 4 - 6 December Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi
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BIG 3 AFRICA 7 - 9 May Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi
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AFRICA
At the Pinnacle of Global Innovation
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frica is an exciting continent to be on in the 21st century. It is a centre for innovation, for development, and the final frontier for our current ‘civilisation’. But it is so much more than that. Africa is becoming synonymous with new business, unique inventions that completely bypass the current norm, and a creative pioneer in the future of information technology and communication. Granted, it can be daunting for internationals wanting to grow their businesses into Africa, but for local and regional markets, we are now coming into our own. There are still many challenges ahead, but we are already proving our worth to the rest of the world. This exceptionally bright future ahead of us is never more present than in the business events industry. Already South
Africa has made a name for itself in the MICE realm, with a number of worldclass, award-winning convention centres, thousands of top tier hotel rooms across each major city, and easy accessibility coupled with constant growth in investment and infrastructure. Although the country is seen as a gateway into the wider continent, other African regions are beginning to make a name for themselves in meetings and events, too. Egypt and Morocco have become convention hubs for both local and European meetings, with Morocco most recently announcing the construction of Africa’s tallest tower, almost double the height of Johannesburg’s 223m Carlton Centre. The Al Noor Tower (Tower of Light) will include a 200 suite luxury hotel, a trading platform, a conference hall and a large art gallery, as well as a stunning, 100m
atrium that hollows at the tower’s base. The East African Community is also constantly improving its conference offerings. Most recently, Ethiopia has seen a steady rise in association meetings and infrastructure, while Uganda is also beginning to surface as a unique conference destination complete with unforgettable wildlife incentives. Rwanda and Tanzania have consistently been investing in convention centres, and Kenya’s capital Nairobi still holds its own as the business, events and tourism hub on the eastern front. 2014 saw the city added to PwC’s Cities of Opportunities list – the first African city to be added since Johannesburg became part of the report in 2008. “Kenya’s capital represents the dynamic growth and future prospects, both of its country and the continent as a whole,” the company said. West Africa, too, has revealed that it
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Africa is becoming synonymous with new business, unique inventions that completely bypass the current norm, and a creative pioneer in the future of information technology and communication.
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is a force to be reckoned with. Nigeria in particular has made waves in the last year. Not only are they poised to surpass South Africa as the largest economy on the continent in 2015, but their unique way of using the ‘glocal’ concept in business (a global idea that is localised in order for people to accept or grasp it) certainly has them problem-solving in some rather innovative ways. Most recently Nigeria
announced the completion of its first world-class convention centre – the Calabar International Convention Centre. Although the CICC will only open its doors officially in February 2015, it has already secured bookings for a number of exhibitions and international meetings. Ivory Coast and the greater Francophone population have also been innovators in the way of digital content in West Africa, along with their counterparts in Nollywood, which has now been counted as part of the country’s economic generators. As such the industry has seen a rise in investment from both the government and private sectors. Senegal’s capital, Dakar, has also slowly been improving on a conferencing level. With so much happening, it’s easy to forget that there is still much that needs to be done in order to create a self-sustained conferencing industry in Africa. One of the main challenges that associations on the
continent will face is that of competition and collaboration. In order to find a healthy balance where we all work together towards a singular, ‘big picture’ goal, lines will have to be drawn in the sand and the business events industry and all it entails will have to band together to create symbiotic relationships that challenge the current norms with something better. Some of the ways in which the continent will be able to reach these goals is by continuously encouraging innovation and by incorporating more youth in the business events industry. Creating our own events that rotate between countries would also be mutually beneficial for all – and it is something we’re already beginning to see as more international conferences create multiple African chapters of their global events. So in conclusion, come to Africa. Come one, come all. There are many wondrous surprises in store!
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SA’S EVENTS INDUSTRY IN TOP FORM
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In the Last 20 Years… • The number of accommodation establishments has tripled from just 7,721 to almost 20,000. • Conference venues have doubled from 1,250 to 2,598. • The number of airlines flying to South Africa has grown from 21 to 76 • Tourism’s direct contribution to GDP has had an average real growth rate of 7.3%
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outh Africa has long been known as a premier tourism destination, as diverse in its many unique offerings as it is in demographics and languages. But it was really only in the last couple of years that South Africa truly shone as a premier business events destination, both in Africa and across the world. In 2013, the nation gained three places in the International Congress and Convention Associations (ICCA) global rankings thanks to 118 meetings hosted – making it the number one convention destination in Africa and the Middle East. Durban and Cape Town also placed in the Top 100 cities in the world for business events. South Africa also added some impressive credentials to their conferencing badge including the 2013 World Congress on Intensive and Critical Care Medicine, the 123rd International Olympic Committee Session, the International Franchise Expo, the 30th International Congress of Psychology and a host of other business, tourism
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Gauteng, the economic pulse of South Africa, excelled in consistently attracting regional and international tourism, business and mega events. Not only did the Sandton Convention Centre bag the Best Large Convention Centre award, but a slew of South Africa’s luxury hotels and airlines won at the World Travel Awards, too. and luxury travel trade shows including Meetings Africa. Added to this was the bonus of having Cape Town named the World Design Capital for 2014, giving the wider region a plethora of coverage in international media. Cape Town was number 4 in Conde Nast Traveler’s Top 25 Cities in the World: Readers’ Choice Awards, and was number one in the New York Times’ 52 Places to Go in 2014. Lonely Planet placed Cape Town third in their Top 10 Cities. The city of Durban also received wide recognition. It was named an Official New 7 Wonder City of the World in December 2014, culminating a successful year with accolades such as the Friendliest City in South Africa, voted by IOL Travel, and one of the World’s most Under-rated Cities by CNN. Durban was also featured in National Geographic’s Smart Cities campaign; one of 18 cities from around the world to be featured. Gauteng, the economic pulse of South Africa, excelled in consistently attracting regional and international tourism,
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events industry – both in business, travel and lifestyle sectors. The world class venues in each major city are testament to the fact that although a number of African countries are developing their own convention centres, this nation will always retain its reputation for delivering on quality, flexibility and creativity. Infrastructure is just the tip of the proverbial iceberg, however. Many other things are happening on the ground, trends are beginning to shift society and so has technology – which means we are at a very exciting time in South Africa, and entering new territory in business events as well. Perhaps most pertinent to mention would be the way that technology has permeated our industry in recent years. Not only do delegates expect to constantly be connected to the internet for obvious reasons, but a large portion of the marketing pie these days
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business and mega events. Not only did the Sandton Convention Centre bag the Best Large Convention Centre award, but a slew of South Africa’s luxury hotels and airlines won at the World Travel Awards, too. South Africa also featured in both the international categories and African categories in the World Travels Awards last year, proving its worth and quality of service in the industry once again. Associations and destination management companies have been pushing South Africa’s name into global circles more and more thanks to their regional meetings and fantastic client rapport, with companies like Dragonfly Africa raking up multiple wins over the last few years at the Site Crystal Awards. Finally who can forget the sheer number of venues, great and small that South Africa has to offer the world? Infrastructure is the backbone of the
is focused on web hype and coverage. Events themselves are beginning to consider the return on investment in related apps, as well as change their formats to include more advanced audio visuals. Meanwhile, event greening has taken off in a big way, and organic and wholesome food trends are giving SA’s hospitality industry a chance to get back to basics. But perhaps one of the greatest triumphs for South Africa and the wider continent was the nomination of local industry leader Nina Freyson-Pretorius as the new ICCA President. As the first African ever to lead the international organisation, it is now abundantly clear that South Africa is on the threshold of a tremendous time for the MICE industry. With this in mind, let us band together, foster collaboration and innovation and as the country’s slogan goes, ‘inspire new ways.’
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Fast Facts • South Africa has nine provinces: Gauteng, North West, KwaZuluNatal, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Northern Cape, Free State, Limpopo and Mpumalanga. • South Africa has 11 official languages and many more unofficial ones. • Most South Africans in urban areas speak English fluently. • Tourism has contributed around 9% to SA’s annual GDP since 2011. • In January 2014 243,176 travellers arrived in South Africa, an 8.1% increase on January 2013. • Domestic Tourism contributed R24.3billion to the economy in 2013.
• 7.8 million domestic trips were made. • International Tourist Arrivals to SA grew to almost 10 million in 2013. • OR Tambo Airport is the busiest airport in Africa, with 18 million passengers in 2014. • SA is ranked 10th out of 183 countries for good practice in protecting investors in business. • SA is ranked among the top 3 countries in the world (countries with more than 9 million tourists) in respect of tourism growth. • Cape Town International is the best airport in Africa, according to the World Airport Awards 2012.
• 41 South African beaches were awarded Blue Flags, an international indicator of high environmental standards for recreational beaches in 2013. • South Africa’s wine tourism has been rated the best-developed in the world by International Wine Review in 2012. • South Africa is the only country to house an entire floral kingdom (Fynbos). • All paper in SA is produced from plantation grown trees, recycled paper or bagasse. • According to the 2011 Census, the total population of South Africa stands at 51,490,106
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Located in the centre of the city’s beautiful northern foreshore, the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is a cosmopolitan showcase where ideas and cultures from around the globe are able to meet and mingle against the stunning backdrop of Table Mountain. World-class facilities and our knowledgeable professional team means that the CTICC is designed to meet any unique or varied conference or event needs to ensure an unforgettable experience. The CTICC offers 11 399m2 of dedicated exhibition space, two-raked auditoriums seating 1 500 and 620 delegates, and a 1876m2 grand ballroom, providing dining space for up to 1 300. It also has a Roof Terrace Room with spectacular views of Table Mountain, and 33 breakaway rooms varying in capacity from 25 to 330 each.
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Contact Details Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town 8001, South Africa gps: 33° 54’ 56” S by 18° 25’ 36” E t: +27 21 410 5000 f: +27 21 410 5001 e: info@cticc.co.za www.cticc.co.za twitter: twitter.com/CTICC_Official facebook: facebook.com/CTICC
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CONFIGURATION
COCKTAIL
EXHIBITION BOOTHS (3M x 3M)
-
-
-
1020
1500
-
-
40
-
220
180
300
-
-
-
-
-
FLOOR AREA M2
HEIGHT (M)
Auditorium 1
1170
16
1500
1500
-
-
-
Full Ballroom
1876
8
1980
1296
-
-
1300
73
3.3
-
-
-
20
-
375
4
330
220
69
-
35
3.3
24
18
15
18
VENUE
Boardroom 1.30 Meeting Room 1.40 Meeting Suite - Room 1.51 - 1.55 Meeting Room 1.60 Meeting Suites - Room 1.71 - 1.74 Auditorium 2 Meeting Suites - Room 1.91 - 1.93 Meeting Room 2.40
THEATRE
CLASSROOM
U-SHAPE
BOARDROOM
BANQUET
BANQUET BUFFET
375
4
330
220
69
-
220
180
300
-
25/35
3.3
24
18
15
18
-
-
-
-
490
8
620
620
-
-
-
-
-
-
25/35
3.3
24
18
15
18
-
-
-
-
375
4
330
220
69
-
220
180
300
-
Meeting Room 2.60
375
4
330
220
69
-
220
180
300
-
Roof Terrace Room
370
4.2
380
220
69
60
190
190
250
-
11399
9.0 -18.0
9500
7720
-
-
6100
5120
7300
746
315
4
300
200
100
120
120
150
220
-
Full Exhibition Centre (Hall 1-4) Registration Foyer
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Winner of the World Travel Awards prestigious title ‘Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Centre’ no less than 13 times since 2001, the Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) is one of the most advanced conference facilities in the world With a broad range of flexible exhibition and conference spaces on offer, Durban ICC offers the largest flat floor, column-free multi-purpose event space in Africa. The stateof-the-art complex incorporates the Durban ICC Arena and adjacent Exhibition Centre, offering clients 33,000m² of flexible exhibition and meeting space. With raked seating for 5,532 delegates, plenary seating for 12,000 and up to 32 meeting rooms ranging in size from 43m² to 402m², the Durban ICC can accommodate large scale events of every type. The Durban ICC also provides banqueting for up to 5,000 guests and can accommodate up to 10,000 for concerts with full technical capacity for live broadcasts. The Centre is five-star graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa and is ISO 9001, 14001, 22000 and HACCP certified, ensuring the highest international quality standards focused on service delivery, environmental management and food safety. The Durban ICC has the capacity and experience to provide you with a complete package to suit your unique conference or event requirements.
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Contact Details Durban International Convention Centre Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC Complex 45 Bram Fischer Road, Durban, 4001 gps: S 29°51”166 ”/ E31°01”791” (decimal degrees: -29.8527608 / 31.0298468) t: +27 (0)31 360 1000 f: +27 (0)31 360 1005 e: sales@icc.co.za www.icc.co.za facebook: www.facebook.com/DurbanICC twitter: @DurbanICC
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CONFIGURATION ROOM NAME Hall 1
LEVEL
FLOOR AREA M²
THEATRE
BANQUET
COCKTAIL / RECEPTION
CLASSROOM
FIXED SEATING
Ground
1448
1680
500
1000
750
√
HEADSETS & MICROPHONE
IN-HOUSE CATERING
VEHICULAR ACCESS
√
√
√
√
√
√
Hall 2
Ground
2760
2500
1120
2200
1350
Hall 3
Ground
2346
1800
1000
2000
1320
√
√
√
Hall 4
Ground
1628
1400
640
1500
960
√
√
√
Hall 5
Ground
1656
1400
600
1500
950
√
√
√
√
Hall 6
Ground
612
300
160
400
230
√
√
√
√
Hall 1, 2 & 3 Combined
Ground
6554
5800
2800
5500
4000
√
√
√
Halls 4, 5 & 6 Combined
Ground
3896
3400
1400
3200
2200
√
√
√
√
√
Meeting Room 11 / 12
Ground
370
280
200
300
150
√
Meeting Room 21 / 22
1st Floor
362
300
200
300
170
√
√
Ground
6000
5500
3390
4500
3430
√
√
√
√
√
√
DEC Hall 1 DEC Hall 2
Ground
3270
2950
1390
2800
2050
√
DEC Coast of Dreams
Ground
440
320
220
350
240
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All rooms have the following facilities: INTERPRETATION, A LECTERN, RECORDING FACILITIES, VIDEO PROJECTION, AN OVERHEAD PROJECTOR, SLIDE PROJECTION, CLOSED CIRCUIT TV, A LARGE SCREEN, VOTING, INFRA RED, TELECONFERENCING and WI-FI.
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With its unique geographical position, the ELICC is a central convergence point between all the major centres of South Africa. This flexible, multifunctional centre is positioned on the Esplanade, offering a unique alternative to the Business Tourism Sector. The East London International Convention Centre, equipped with state-of-the-art technology, hosts events with meticulous attention to detail from national and international conventions to virtually every imaginable event in between … cocktail parties, banquets, exhibitions, sporting events and weddings. The ELICC complex features an auditorium, restaurants, an exhibition hall, press room, 2 board rooms and multifunctional conference rooms. Open and undercover parking is available. Conference equipment includes state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, drop down screens, Crestron touch panel interfaces, IT services and digital signage. A technology control room is located at the event manager’s office. This superbly positioned beachfront Convention Complex incorporates two hotels, namely the luxurious Premier Hotel EL ICC and the Premier Hotel Regent. Combined the two hotels offer over 400 rooms, ranging from standard rooms to penthouse suites. Should you require additional accommodation our events division will gladly assist you. There are a myriad
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of recreational activities to choose from, such as enjoying unspoilt beaches, whale watching, water sports, skydiving, golf and game drives. Positioned on the Esplanade, the ELICC has magical views of the Indian Ocean and is a mere 15 minute drive from the East London Airport, the Industrial Development Zone and all major industries.
Contact Details Marine Park Complex, 22 Esplanade, Beachfront, East London, Eastern Cape gps: S 33°01’06.13” / E 27°55’07.36” t: +27(0)43 709 5200/5202 e: info@elicc.co.za www.elicc.co.za
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CONFIGURATION VENUE Auditorium
U-SHAPE
SCHOOL
THEATRE
BANQUET
LENGTH (M)
WIDTH (M)
HEIGHT (M)
AREA M2
-
-
580
-
28.5
28.5
6.8
812
Conference 1
70
300
600
360
28.5
19
6.8
542
Conference 2
40
80
60
60
14.25
9.4
6.8
134
Conference 3
40
80
60
60
14.25
9.4
6.8
134
Conference 1 - 2
48
72
140
120
18.5
9.4
6.8
174
Conference 1 - 3
-
480
750
460
28.5
28.4
6.8
809
Auditorium & 1 - 3
-
1100
1480
640
28.5
56.9
6.8
1622
Conference 4
20
25
40
20
6.8
6.1
2.7
41
Conference 5
25
35
50
40
11.6
6.7
2.7
78
Conference 6
20
25
40
20
6.8
6.1
2.7
41
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Johannesburg Expo Centre The Johannesburg Expo Centre (JEC) is South Africa’s largest purpose-built exhibition, convention and events venue. For over three decades the JEC has kept pace with the remarkable growth of the local exhibition and conference industries, evolving into a world-class facility that offers exhibitors, visitors, and delegates a first rate experience. It has become the permanent home to some of Africa’s most popular consumer shows, including the Rand Show, as well as world-class trade events such as Automechanika, Joburg International Motor Show and Electra Mining. In addition to positioning itself as the exhibition, conference and event organisers’ venue of choice, JEC is committed to strategically aligning itself with carefully selected partners that provide an experience that prioritises convenience and aptitude. The Centre is owned by the UK-based Montgomery Group, black economic empowerment consortium, Imphandze Advisory Service (led by Andrew Mthembu), entrepreneur Raymond Burke, and local entrepreneur Craig Newman. Services Conveniently located with ease of access to all of Johannesburg’s major arterial highways and within 30 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport and 30 minutes from Lanseria Airport, the JEC is so much more than just an exhibition venue. The variety of venue rooms and facilities on site, make the JEC ideal for hosting any event, and always to absolute world-class standards. Today the JEC hosts: Exhibitions, Conferences, Cocktail and Themed Events, Product and Media Launches as well as private and intimate functions such as Weddings and Year-End Parties.
Contact Details Cnr Rand Show & Nasrec Roads, JHB t: +27(11) 494 1920 f: +27(11) 494 1005 e: info@expocentre.co.za www.expocentre.co.za
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EXPO CENTRE FACILITIES INCLUDE: •
50 000 square meters of covered space, and an additional 100 000 square meters of outdoor, multipurpose space.
•
Multiple entrances with all infrastructural requirements provided.
•
A multi-purpose arena that can accommodate up to 20 000 people.
•
More than 15 000 parking bays.
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Five star catering facilities.
•
24-hour security.
•
Within 15 Minutes to a variety of choice hotels ranging from 3 star to 5 star.
•
World class facilities, validated by the receipt of the coveted PMR Africa Diamond Award in 2007 and 2011, 2013 and 2014.
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The 5-star Kurland Hotel is located near the beautiful beach resorts of Plettenberg Bay and Nature’s Valley on the Garden Route. Kurland is ideal for boutique or large corporate events or film shoots due to its vast 700 hectare Estate boasting incredible natural beauty. There are endless possibilities for truly unique functions – weddings, meetings and conferences in the Polo Pavilion, a marquee on the lawn or multiple locations throughout the Estate for a shoot. Perfect for families – Kurland offers 12 ultra luxurious Suites with unique kid’s lofts, each individually designed plus a tranquil Spa. The award-winning Kurland Restaurant presents an ever-changing menu and is perfect for decadent lunches, romantic dinners or the renowned long, languid Sunday brunches at Katarina’s restaurant, which opens seasonally and offers an extensive bistro-style menu.
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Contact Details Kurland Hotel, The Crags, N2, Plettenberg Bay, 6602, South Africa t: +27 44 534 8082 f: +27 44 534 8699 e: reservations@kurland.co.za www.kurland.co.za
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CONFIGURATION LEVEL
FLOOR AREA M²
BANQUET
COCKTAIL
SCHOOL ROOM
U-SHAPE
Katarina’s
Ground
165
50
60
50
50
60
The Library
Ground
60
12
20
12
12
20
ROOM NAME
Franci Room (The Pavilion) Nicolas Room (Villa)
CINEMA
1st
63
18
28
18
18
28
Ground
93.5
16
24
16
16
24
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The Sandton Convention Centre is a dedicated venue for hosting world-class events of any size and stature, with over 22 000m² of state-of-the-art meeting, exhibition, and special event space and a successful track record of hosting a wide range of local and international events since 2000. The convention centre is able to host meetings, conferences, exhibitions and special events of virtually any size and stature, offering exceptionally advanced technology. Multiple events can be staged simultaneously on four main levels and 10 000 visitors can be accommodated at any one time, and boasts a highly-skilled team that is equipped to manage the most demanding specifications in any event. Located in the heart of Johannesburg in Sandton’s, business and entertainment district, the centre offers easy access to the OR Tambo International Airport and the Gautrain rapid rail system, 16 hotels with more than 5 000 hotel rooms ranging from economy to deluxe all within walking distance. While Tsogo Sun’s Sandton Sun, Intercontinental Johannesburg Sandton Towers and the Garden Court Sandton City hotels collectively provide 1 000 guest rooms on the convention centre’s doorstep or the convenience of the skywalk. One may alternatively make use of the skywalk linking the Sandton Convention Centre to frequent two of Africa’s most exclusive and premium shopping and entertainment complexes; Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square. Sandton Convention Centre is part of Tsogo Sun, South Africa’s leading hotels, gaming and entertainment company, with a portfolio of over 90 hotels and 14 entertainment destinations, with the flagship destination, Montecasino, just 13km to the north.
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Contact Details Maude Street, Sandton, 2196 PO Box 782553, Sandton, 2146 e: scc.info@tsogosun.com www.sandtonconventioncentre.com
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CONFIGURATION FLOOR AREA M²
COCKTAIL INCL BAR / BUFFET STATION
Exhibition 1
5430
4000
Exhibition 2
5058
3500
The Ballroom
2945
2300
ROOM NAME
CINEMA
SCHOOLROOM 3 PAX
3900
-
3500 2300
U-SHAPE
BANQUET SERVED 10 PAX (NO EQUIPMENT)
BANQUET BUFFET 10 PAX (NO EQUIPMENT)
-
-
-
BOARDROOM
HOLLOW SQUARE
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1500
-
-
-
1500
1200
Boardroom 1
76
50
48
30
15
15
10
40
-
Boardroom 3
86
60
48
30
15
15
10
40
-
Boardroom 4
89
50
48
30
15
15
10
40
-
85
50
48
30
15
15
10
40
-
The Bill Gallagher Room
Boardroom 5
568
350
450
280
-
-
-
250
200
Skywalk Gallery
400
270
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Committee Room 2
156
120
120
65
25
25
20
80
64
Committee Room 3
87
30
30
30
18
18
15
40
-
Committee Room 4
238
160
200
100
35
35
30
120
72
Committee Room 5
231
160
200
100
35
35
30
120
72
4708
3750
4500
2500
-
-
-
2000
1600
The Pavilion
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Tshwane Events Centre is your very own blank canvas, ready to let you fill your event up with life, energy and innovation. From business meetings and conferences to themed events and exhibitions, the team at the Tshwane Events Centre is looking forward to assisting our existing and new client’s events to new levels of innovation, colour and excitement. The Tshwane Events Centre is well known as a hub of activity throughout the year, and is synonymous with the Pretoria Show, has been host to a variety of colourful events ranging from the Independent Electoral Commission’s operation centre for the last four national and provincial elections, to consumer shows, trade shows, film sets, conventions and exhibitions. It not only offers space, variety and flexibility to clients, but also allows for truly memorable and successful events to take place; a blank canvas awaiting the artist to fill it with imagination and creativity! The Centre is 82,000m2 in size and brimming with possibilities for any event organiser. The sheer versatility of the venue’s numerous facilities allows for extraordinary events that very few other venues can match. The Centre has nine exhibition halls and a conference facility, with over 40,000m2 undercover space with a further 42,000m2 available for outside functions, marquees or parking. The Tshwane Events Centre offers more than just rental space. We offer a full turnkey offering which encompasses everything from logistics to health and safety planning and accreditation – and any other services you may require.
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Our services include catering and bar services, event and exhibition planning, marketing and management, project management, corporate function décor, audiovisual and stage set-ups, airport transfers and accommodation bookings. The Centre has become a one-stop shop which eases our clients’ workloads considerably. We ensure that the Centre only uses accredited, tried and trusted suppliers – and we also negotiate the best prices for you on your behalf. Versatility and creative freedom are key traits of The Tshwane Events Centre. No job is too big, small or unusual for us to handle.
Contact Details t: +27(12) 327 1487 f: +27(12) 327 1501 e: kathy@tshwabac.co.za www.tshwane-events.co.za
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CONFIGURATION ROOM NAME Baobab
U-SHAPE
CINEMA
CLASSROOM
ACCESSIBLE FOR THE DISABLED
SECURE PARKING
ROOM SUITABLE FOR
-
500
180
Yes
Yes
Functions, Meetings, Conferences, Examinations; Competitions, Shows
Karee
65
-
-
No
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Marula
30
40
36
No
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Jackal Berry
30
50
30
Yes
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Mopane
18
25
20
No
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Acacia-Karroo
35
60
50
No
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Acacia-Swazica
35
60
50
No
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Acacia-Senegal
35
60
50
No
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Kuieappel
30
50
30
Yes
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Tamboti
11
20
20
No
Yes
Meetings, Conferences, Examinations
Equipment: All rooms are fitted with white boards and projector screens. Catering is provided by the Clubhouse Restaurant from a selection of menus.
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CONFIGURATION Ground
1018
1350
-
-
-
-
-
PROJECTION SCREENS, VIDEO RECORDING, LCD PROJECTORS, MICROPHONE Yes
Mbayuwayu (Ngorongoro BLC)
7
402.5
270
-
-
-
-
-
Yes
Tausi (Serengeti BLC)
1
230
160
-
-
-
-
-
Yes
Exhibition Area (Lobby B) Ngorongoro BLC
7
160
-
-
-
130
-
-
-
Restaurant Serengeti BLC
1
482
-
-
-
546
-
-
-
Piazza Open Area
1
2065
-
-
-
2500
-
-
-
ROOM NAME Simba (Plenary Hall)
LEVEL
FLOOR AREA M² THEATRE
CLASSROOM CONFERENCE RECEPTION HOLLOW SQUARE
Welcome to AICC, located at the heart of Africa, midway between Cairo and Cape Town. AICC is the perfect venue for meetings coupled with abundant natural attractions. It is based in Arusha City, world-renowned as the “Northern Tourist Circuit”, which includes Mt Kilimanjaro, Mt Meru, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Arusha National Park. AICC can accommodate up to 1,350 delegates in its Simba Hall, while other meeting rooms accommodate 10 – 300 delegates in various settings. Many are equipped with the latest audio visual equipment and international telecommunications, while a Simultaneous Interpretation System (SIS) of up to four languages is provided along with exhibition areas, document reproduction and catering services. AICC is also in close proximity to around 2,200 international-standard hotel rooms within a 25km radius. As a premier tourism and event destination, national and international access to city is easy. The Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) is 45 minutes’ drive to Arusha, with a number of international and regional airlines
HORSESHOE
operating both weekly and daily flights to the city. Local Airlines operate daily flights to and from Kilimanjaro and Arusha Airport, connecting with Dar es Salaam and enabling passengers reach international destinations.
Contact Details P. O. Box 3081, Arusha - Tanzania t: +255 27 2050 181 5 / +255 27 2050 201 f: +255 27 205 0201 e: md@aicc.co.tz www.aicc.co.tz
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CONFIGURATION LEVEL
FLOOR AREA M²
THEATRE
CLASSROOM
CONFERENCE
RECEPTION
HOLLOW SQUARE
Selous
Ground
1138.50
1003
-
-
-
-
-
Ruaha
Ground
380.20
300
200
150
250
80
50
ROOM NAME
Mikumi Mafia Bagamoyo
HORSE SHOE
1
224.60
150
120
100
120
60
40
Ground
90.23
50
30
20
-
16
10
1
75.44
50
30
20
-
16
10
The venues have the following facilities: Simultaneous Interpretation, Recording Facility, Head Set, Microphone, Lcd Projectors, Video/Recording, Projection Screen, Fixed Seating, Writing Table
Welcome to JNICC. JNICC is a purpose built state-of-the-art Convention Centre with sophisticated audio-video, communication and information technology. Located in the heart of business capital of Tanzania Dar es Salaam, it is a branch of the veteran Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC). The Centre has 12 conference rooms that can seat 5 - 300 flexible styles that include theatre, classroom, conference, half-moons, hollow-squares, horse shoe, etc. The largest hall can accommodate 1003 delegates’ theatre style. If you come to JNICC for a meeting you can combine business with pleasure by having a pre or post conference tour to exotic tourist places such as Zanzibar, Bagamoyo, Mikumi National Park, Ruaha National Park, Selous Game Reserve, Saadani National Park, Mafia Marine Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Mount Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru. Dar es Salaam, the largest city and business Centre in Tanzania has a wide range of luxury and budget hotels. It also has a number of traditional and international restaurants offering rich diversity of cuisine.
JNICC is walking distance to several luxury and budget hotels and it is only half an hour from Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Contact Details 10 Shaaban Robert Street P. O. Box 6951, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, East Africa t: +255 22 292 2101 3 f: +255 22 292 2100 e: md@aicc.co.tz www.aicc.co.tz
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CONFIGURATION ROOM NAME
LEVEL
FLOOR AREA M²
U-SHAPE
DOUBLE U-SHAPE
HERRINGBONE
SCHOOLROOM
CINEMA
BANQUET 950
Buttress
Ground
1209
200
-
-
1200
1400
Sentinel
Ground
900
160
-
-
720
1000
660
Monks Cowl
Ground
456
90
140
-
350
500
300
Summit
Ground
423
84
140
-
300
435
260
Ondini
Ground
177
48
65
100
130
200
-
Champagne Sports Resort strives to make this award-winning resort the perfect place for work and play. We have created a unique destination catering for all guest requirements in a spectacular setting. Champagne Sports Resort can accommodate up to 750 delegates at the foot of the majestic Drakensberg mountain range. The 40 new hotel rooms and 4 new luxurious executive suites enable us to offer a total of 152 hotel rooms and 91 time-share chalets. Champagne Sports Resort offers a total of 16 conference venues, including the new state-of-the-art Buttress Centre with a floor space of 1200m2 (usable area) which seats up to 1400 delegates and banquets 950 guests at round tables. Other venues include the Sentinel Room which seats up to 1000 delegates, the Monks Cowl center (550 delegates), the Summit Room (400 delegates) and the more intimate venues ranging between 150 delegates down to the private boardrooms seating up to a maximum of 20 people. Conference equipment includes the most up-to-date equipment with Crestron hand held controls through the bigger venues and all standard equipment through the smaller meeting areas.
Delegates have internet access throughout. So whether you are wearing your golf cap or your thinking cap, there’s no better place to find inspiration!
Contact Details Central Drakensberg, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa t: +27 36 468 8000 f: +27 36 468 1072 e: conferences@champagnesportsresort.com www.champagnesportsresort.com
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* Capacity may vary
CONFIGURATION ROOM NAME Diamond Auditorium
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MINIMUM
CINEMA
COCKTAIL
BANQUET
HERRINGBONE DINNER / DANCE*
150
Ruby Auditorium
50
Emerald Auditorium
40
Deck
50
Exhibition Hall
10
SCHOOL ROOM (FACING ONE SCREEN) 450
HOLLOW SQUARE/ BOARDROOM
U-SHAPE
DOUBLE U-SHAPE
42
24
18
27
402
92
69
117
EXHIBITION STANDS (3X3M)
136 100
700
42 500
440
1000*
550
400 402
500
Located in Tshwane, the academic and research hub of South Africa, the CSIR International Convention Centre (CSIR ICC) offers superb facilities with conference, function and exhibition venues accommodating between 10 and 500 guests – with groups as large as 1,000 hosted at times. Additional facilities include interpreting booths and equipment in auditoriums, VIP holding suite, first aid and emergency medical services, authors restroom linked to the Diamond Auditorium podium, free Wi-Fi access and ample complimentary parking. There is also a business centre and administrative assistance, hotel accommodation booking and a transport arrangement service. It is easily accessible from airports and major cities and is on the Gautrain bus route. Bespoke menu creation is a feature, with cuisine for special diets and a deck offering alfresco dining – including a traditional ‘braai’ under African skies. The CSIR ICC has a 1,000sqm exhibition hall with floor loading capacity, and floor dips with electricity and
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Contact Details Meiring Naude Road, Brummeria, Box 395, Pretoria, 0001 gps: S 33°54”28.42” / E18°25”03.56” t: +27 12 841 3884 f: +27 12 841 2051 e: icc@csir.co.za
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Perfect setting to balance business and leisure Just 7km from George Airport with daily flights from major cities; with breath-taking countryside and an Outeniqua Mountain backdrop, Fancourt is the perfect setting for any event. Its conference centre offers stunning views of the estate, while facilities are equipped with the latest audio-visual and computer equipment, full business services including video conferencing facilities, a 400-seater ballroom and numerous boardrooms and meeting rooms to cater to specific needs. Delegates can choose from 117 Fancourt Hotel rooms and 19 Manor House Suites, with an array of leisure activities – giving business travellers more than simply conferencing and banqueting. The venue allows for team building and functions like dinner under the stars. Other activities include a spa and gymnasium, swimming pools, tennis courts, walking trails, as well as pro shops, fishing dams, and three superb
restaurants, guaranteeing variety. Located in the beautiful Garden Route, Fancourt is ideal for exploring local attractions including skydiving, whale watching, ostrich farms, surfing, mountain biking, bungee jumping, sea kayaking, and the Cango Caves National Heritage Site.
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NH The Lord Charles Hotel is situated amid the breathtaking surroundings of the famous Cape winelands, 20 minutes from the airport and 30 minutes from Cape Town. Five pristine golf courses in 10 km radius and within easy reach of the historic towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl. Guests can relax in the comfort of our 198 air conditioned hotel rooms and 10 luxurious suites. 24 hour room service, a valet and ample secure parking are available. NH The Lord Charles Hotel, is the 2nd largest conference venue in the Western Cape and is internationally renowned for its conferencing capabilities. The 9 hectares of manicured lawn allows NH The Lord Charles Hotel to accommodate conferences of up to 1 500 delegates. Our Grand Ballroom is the ideal venue for tailor-made dinners, weddings and other festivities. Our restaurants La Vigna and The Garden Terrace offer the freshest Cape produce, complemented by award winning Cape wines.
Contact Details Cnr Faure and Stellenbosch Roads, Somerset West 7130, Cape Town t: + 27 21 855 1040 f: + 27 21 855 1107 e: info@nh-hotels.co.za www.nh-hotels.co.za
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SEATED (WITH DANCE FLOOR)
SEATED (NO DANCE FLOOR)
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BOARDROOM
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Ideally situated in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, the Two Oceans Aquarium is renowned for its magnificent displays as well as its unique functions and conferencing venues. From formal dinners and cocktail parties to conferences presided over by Table Mountain, the Two Oceans Aquarium offers a spectacular setting to host an unforgettable event. This world-class facility is the ideal place to thrill guests or to capture the imagination of conference delegates. For large groups, the entire Aquarium provides a living backdrop for a memorable cocktail party. As sustainability and event greening gains popularity and importance, make a conscious choice and host your next event at the Two Oceans Aqarium. The Aquarium is committed to reducing its environmental impact and, in recognition of its efforts, was awarded Platinum Status by the Heritage Environmental Management Company in 2011. The Aquarium offers a wide range of menus and beverage options to suit your needs. Contact the functions team to discuss your unique and individual requirements.
Contact Details Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002 gps: 33°54”28.42”S / 18°25”03.56”E t: +27 21 418 38 23 f: +21 21 418 39 52 e: functions@aquarium.co.za www.aquarium.co.za
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IT’S TIME GOOD BUSINESS MEANT GOOD LIVING A stay at Sun International’s Sandton business hotel, The Maslow, not only provides you with what you should expect from accommodation for professionals, it promises a look into the future of the corporate world. Creating an environment in which ideas can be both conceptualised and realised, while enjoying: 281 beautifully appointed rooms, an alluring bar, an urban bistro, relaxing lounges, a soothing spa, an auditorium, conference centre, and 12 unparalleled meeting rooms. Complimentary shuttle every 15 minutes to Sandton City and Sandton Gautrain, free Wi-Fi and complimentary business lounge. It’s just one more way you can experience getting all you need, as well as what you want when visiting this state-of-the-art business destination. Discover The Maslow Hotel. Because the mind’s preoccupation relies on the body’s location.
Corner Grayston Drive & Rivonia Road, Sandton, 2146, South Africa Central Reservations: +27 11 780 7770 Telephone: +27 10 226 4600 maslow@suninternational.com www.suninternational.com/maslow TheMaslowHotel
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Welcome to Bridgeways For a conference, event or function in Cape Town, Bridgeways @ Ratanga Junction offers the ideal blend of business and excitement, ensuring your guests enjoy the red-carpet treatment they deserve! The perfect venue for 10 - 5000 people; a secure, central location; ample parking; exquisite catering; outstanding hospitality; extensive equipment hire; close to hotel accommodation and fun rides at Ratanga Junction Theme Park. Bridgeways is the ideal location for: Conferences | Events | Private Functions | Product Launches | Weddings | Team Building | Year End Parties | Business Meetings | Live Shows | Film Shoots t: +27 21 250 0900 e: functions@ratanga.co.za www.bridgeways.co.za
Congress Rental Congress Rental is the number one supplier of conferencing equipment and interpretation services in Africa. With over 20 years’ experience in simultaneous interpretation, audiovisuals, transcriptions and more – in sales and rentals – we certainly are unique. Having worked with the likes of FIFA, SA government and corporate clients, we guarantee service excellence and high quality equipment. Congress Rental, your ONE STOP conference equipment solution in Africa! 118 Merino Avenue, City Deep, 2197 t: 0861 CONGRESS (266 473) f: 011 613 5277 e: info@congressrental.co.za / congressrentalsouthafrica@gmail.com www.congressrental.co.za
Connecta-Floor Connecta-Floor is a multi-purpose portable flooring solution for events. Ideal for use at exhibitions, a wedding, showrooms, marquees and shopping malls, the floor is easy to set up and transport. Its tough, stain-resistant surface withstands heavy traffic, with floor panels are available in a variety of finishes, custom-painted panels and branded, eco-friendly floors. The possibilities are endless with Connecta-floor. t: 0860 HIRE IT (447348) e: infojhb@connecta-floor.co.za (JHB) christi.holden@connecta-floor-durban.co.za (DBN) james@connecta-floor.co.za (CT) twitter: twitter.com/Connectafloor facebook: www.facebook.com/connectafloor www.connecta-floor.co.za
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E’Yako Green Unique congress bags and accessories. Made in South Africa. We are passionate about supporting sustainability in South Africa through the creation of local jobs and the up cycling and recycling of waste into products. Our products are made from waste PVC billboards, polyester marketing waste and other materials such as hessian and shweshwe. We use small local producers and community based / job creation initiatives to make the products. t: +27 83 262 4068 (Antoinette) +27 72 180 5401 (Carey) f: 086 669 2672 e: info@eyako.co.za www.ekoearth.co.za
Speed Structures Speed Structures (part of the Downing Group), are market leaders in clear span structure technology and focus on quality, innovation, customer satisfaction and safety. Structures are approved by an accredited structural engineer. We tailor make marquees to the customers’ requirements and provide expert knowledge from drawing to reality. Level decking for marquees are perfect for upmarket functions on uneven surfaces. A customised maintenance plan is available after installation to ensure the structural integrity of the tent will remain at its optimum. e: sales@speedstructures.com richard@downings.co.za www.speedstructures.com www.downings.co.za
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ASSOCIATIONS Plenty of Potential in Africa
014 was a big year for associations in Africa. Not only did South Africa rise in the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) rankings with 118 ICCA recognised meetings hosted in 2013, but Cape Town and Durban were also rated as Africa’s top two cities for meetings and events. It goes without saying that this has secured the country’s position as the top business events destination on the continent – with Kenya and Morocco in tow. Associations are known for having the potential to drive business events forward and in South Africa, the sector has been growing consistently. In 2010, Meetings Africa saw its first Association Day as part of the annual conference and expo and since then, it’s become a firm
part of BOND Day (Business Opportunity Networking Day); attended by association representatives from across the African continent. “The objective of the event is to build the national and pan-African association communities, to promote engagement with international associations and to create major macro-economic benefits and lead development for the country,” says Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo, Chief Convention Bureau Officer at the South Africa National Convention Bureau. One of the major associations on the continent is the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI). SAACI has played a huge role in the conferencing sustainability movement, and is a founding member of the Event Greening Forum along with
a number of other associations – the Exhibition & Event Association of Southern Africa (EXSA), the Technical Production Services Association (TPSA), the Southern African Tourism Services Association (SATSA), the MICE Academy, the Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa (FEDHASA), SA Roadies Association (SARA) and the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA). According to their mandate, the “aim of the Event Greening Forum (EGF) is to promote and embrace sustainable and ethical business practices within the events industry in South Africa, with an initial focus on meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions and events.” The EGF has been instrumental in promoting and encouraging wise waste control, green eventing apps and a host of other
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initiatives to facilitate these goals. More than that, however, is the way in which these associations and others help standardise the industry in Africa. No longer is the continent the ‘Wild West’ of business events. Dirk Elzinga is Managing Director of Convention Industry Consultants and an all-round association and convention guru who’s served in countless industry roles. He recently shared a unique anecdote that sums up where associations are in Africa now: “All of us were stunned into speechlessness three years ago at an ICCA Africa workshop in Nairobi, when an almost retired Ugandan professor, a bit timidly, took the microphone and asked, ‘But what do you mean, what is a PCO?’ We, the experienced players in the international congress business…had no clue that
there were people out there who had no clue about the existence of something like a PCO,” he explains. “There are many Professional Conference Organisers in South Africa now. But things were different 15 or 20 years ago, before the first congress centres opened in our country. Most PCOs do reasonably well. In the slipstream of new and modernized congress infrastructure, PCOs successfully created a market for their services. “The South Africa story can be repeated. New convention centres will soon open for business in Calabar (Nigeria) and Kigali (Rwanda). Other projects in Namibia, Tanzania, Kenya and Ethiopia will follow. SAACI plans to open up branches further afield on our continent. Excellent! Plenty of opportunities for partnerships are on the horizon. Who will be the first?”
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n 2014, the South Africa National Convention Bureau launched their Rise with Us campaign through renowned regional conference and expo, Meetings Africa. The campaign was designed to stimulate and encourage business between states on the continent, as well as showcasing the country’s potential as a global and continental business-events destination. This goal is well on its way to being achieved, with a high volume
of international meetings confirmed for the next few years. And because of South Africa’s investment in Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) infrastructure, there are now over 1,700 meeting venues across the country. International convention centres are located in every major city, including Johannesburg, Tshwane, Durban, Cape Town, East London and Port Elizabeth and the largest venues accommodate over 20,000 delegates –
complete with the latest technology and communications infrastructure. Added to an already stellar portfolio is the fact that South Africa is fast becoming a conferencing hub for medical professionals, with Durban securing the 2016 International AIDS Conference for a second time, and with events like the World Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress, the 17th World Congress of Basic and Clinical Pharmacology and the
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19th International Symposium on Dental Hygiene all taking place in SA in 2014. Other business sectors it easily attracts are mining expos, business and tourism trade shows, and sport-related conferences and mega events. “South Africa has some of the most unique and interesting conferencing destinations in the world,” says Zelda Coetzee, National Chairperson of the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI). “Add to this the creativity, innovation and professionalism of the people who work in the conference industry, as well as a variety of world-class venues, and your expectations will be exceeded.” Morocco is also growing into a strong business events market in the Northern Hemisphere, with established
ties to Europe and the Middle East. Most recently, it announced that the Middle East and North African Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) would be hosting its first dedicated event for North Africa in September 2015. “Morocco represents an attractive investment market, with growing wealth, strong macroeconomic policies, and lower cost bases for business aviation players,” Ali Al Naqbi, Founding Chairman of MEBAA, said of their decision. Kenya has long been an established base for business events on the Eastern part of the continent – especially with its capital, Nairobi, making a name for itself as a tech hub in Africa. In recent years it has hosted numerous expos and conferences in the renowned Kenyatta International Convention Centre. Its tourism offerings are also phenomenal, making the nation a
popular incentive and pre- and post-event tour destination. But although it seems like Southern, East and North Africa will continue to snatch up most of the market share and MICE honours for now, South Africa in particular is passionate about creating a unified African sector. “We need to collaborate and unite with our counterparts on the continent if we want to be a destination to be reckoned with on the business events front,” SA Tourism CEO Thulani Nzima said in May 2014, “The business events market is vast and varied. There is enough for everyone – but it will take collaboration, partnership and understanding that we are working to unleash the potential of business events for the benefit of the continent, not just our country.”
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rade shows have long been a lucrative part of the business events industry of South Africa. Not only is it one of the most diverse nations on the continent in terms of venue offerings, but its expertise and strength in successfully hosting large expos has been proven time and again. A quick visit to BizTradeShows.com shows almost 200 shows taking place in 2015 alone, with a number of large, annual exhibitions already confirmed for the following few years. Gary Corin is the Managing Director of Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery, the
organisers of Hostex, Markex and other shows. “Exhibitions are the ideal platform for interaction, enabling in-depth discussions in generally informal settings. Research shows that the majority of visitors to an exhibition arrive with an agenda, making personal contact that much more valuable,” he recently told BizCommunity. CEIR’s global research shows that 58% of visitors attend exhibitions for hands-on interaction with products, and 51% of exhibitors attend because of the personal interaction with potential clients. The study also revealed that exhibition leads cost 56% less to close than
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sales calls, with 87% of delegates sharing information obtained at exhibitions with their superiors. This gives one a rather good idea of how important exhibitions are for stimulating both the local and global economy. And if anyone was ever in doubt, UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry says that studies have shown “exhibitions are among the top three most powerful and cost effective forms of marketing.” But it’s not only South Africa that has hosted some impressive exhibitions – although it goes without saying that they
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outstanding exhibitions as our peers in more developed countries, but it’s also an ideal time for regional chapters of events to grow and expand. Gary Corin sums it up nicely: “We’ve seen a high number of our international exhibitors returning due to their successes achieved in sales, sales leads and search for local agents. I believe there is excellent opportunity for further growth in the conference and exhibition industry in South Africa and, as exhibition organisers, we will be extending our reach to the rest of the world to attract exhibitors and visitors.”
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frica has one of the most diverse, exotic and popular tourism portfolios in the world. Not only can one experience Johannesburg’s exciting township life then hop on a regional flight to the famed Victoria Falls just beyond South Africa’s border, but there are a host of unique wonders that can be found within the country’s boundaries. This, coupled with a growing market in destination management, has secured South Africa’s place as a leader in incentive travel, with a number of southern African companies offering travel packages to places like Zambia, Tanzania, Burundi, Uganda and many other central states. North Africa, too, has secured its place as an affordable and convenient holiday destination for Fully Inclusive Tour travellers from Europe. Its unique cultural heritage and natural beauty are coupled with frequent flights to create the ideal option for tourists looking for something more exotic than their usual beach holiday. East Africa – Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda in particular – still sees millions
of tourists annually thanks to its natural attractions such as Mt Kilimanjaro, safaris and world-renowned beaches, spas and resorts. Ethiopia and a few other regions are also beginning to see a rise in luxury hotel portfolios, which signifies that these countries will soon also be reaping the benefits of incentive travel, if they aren’t already doing so in certain areas. That said, South Africa still remains a preferred choice when it comes to destination management companies, and their ability to create unforgettable incentive trips for businesses – both regionally and internationally. Companies like Dragonfly Africa have paved the way with their highquality, world-class offerings, with the company raking up a ninth SITE Crystal Award in 2014. Dragonfly’s own clients are testament to their quality service. As Dave of BCD M&I, a company based in the US told the DMC, “It certainly takes all of us collectively as partners to make experiences come to life. None of us can do it alone, and to have a partner like you [Dragonfly] that we can rely
on to deliver excellence from start to finish is really special and significant. I can’t begin to tell you the challenges we do encounter operating programmes around the world. And everything, as you know, isn’t equal. We are not fortunate to have all of partners bring the level of service that Dragonfly Africa does. There are DMCs that are challenging, ok, good, very good, and those who sit at the top of the DMC food chain. Dragonfly Africa is one at the pinnacle – which we have seen from both the US and EMEA [Europe, Middle East & Asia] teams who have engaged with your company. You make us and our clients look good, and you give the participants experiences of a lifetime.” This driven attitude of wanting nothing but the best for clients permeates the incentive industry in South Africa, with many companies realising how important the business events industry is, not only in facilitating their livelihood, but also in driving tourism to the country. As such, their standards are constantly being improved, creating a healthy and strong incentive industry with boundless variety.
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Incentive Travel Options in Africa 1. Luxor, Aswan and Cairo are popular historic and cultural holiday destinations. Egypt hopes to attract upwards of 100,000 SA tourists during the 2014/2015 fiscal year. 2. Rovos Rail, one of SA’s finest luxury trains, offers rail routes from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, Dar es Salaam and Cairo. 3. Rwanda, Burundi, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo specialise in Mountain Gorilla Safaris
and Birding Safaris. 4. Zanzibar’s sultry beaches are easily accessible through Air Excel’s unique chartered flights to Tanzania. 5. Madagascar and the Seychelles offer incomparable island adventures, from canoe and catamaran to sailing and helicopter rides in pristine parts of the islands. 6. Opt for a Zambezi River experience or a team building trip to the Batoka Gorge in southern Africa. Zip-lining, canopy tours and elephant interaction are all on the cards!
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The Best of South Africa 1. The Blue Train offers luxury rail travel across the country with five-star interiors and world-class cuisine. 2. Explore the beauty of SA from an unforgettable vantage point on a hot air balloon! Routes are available in Limpopo, the North West and other places in SA. 3. Raft the thrilling rapids of the Orange River near Hopetown. The adrenalin rush is just as great as shark cage diving, abseiling and bungee jumping at Bloukrans Bridge, the highest bungee in the world. 4. Beach holidays are ideal, with a number of stunning Blue Flag beaches to choose from – sun bathers and water-sports fanatics alike. 5. Get down and dirty with SA’s vibrant culture on an authentic township tour in Soweto. Citysightseeing Buses or Canal Boat Rides are also great for exploring the cultural riches of Cape Town. 6. South Africa is renowned for some of its casinos and resorts. Sun City, the most famous, is situated in the crater of an ancient volcano, while places like Gold Reef City in Joburg offer some of the most thrilling theme park rides in the southern hemisphere. 7. Visiting an ostrich farm in the Little Karoo will give you a chance to do just that – as well as pick up some fabulous ostrich leather goods. 8. Opt for a bit of beauty and take a scenic road trip along the Wild Coast or the Garden Route. 9. South Africa’s biggest tourism driver is its National Parks. Book into a luxury lodge and see the Big Five.
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• South Africa has thousands of upmarket conference and meeting venues that cater to international and local tastes.
• South Africa has stadiums that seat up to 94 000 people.
• South Africa is one of only a small number of countries that supplies safe, drinkable tap water. • The flight time between Gauteng and Cape Town is less than two hours. • O.R. Tambo International Airport is the busiest airport in Africa, and offers flights to every major international airport.
• The high speed Gautrain gets passengers from OR Tambo International Airport to Sandton in 15 minutes. It also connects passengers to Pretoria, South Africa’s administration capital. • Table Mountain National Park, part of the Cape Floral Region has more plant species in its 22 000 hectares than all of Britain or New Zealand. • South Africa has the longest wine route in the world.
• Flying time between Durban and Johannesburg is about one hour.
• There are 3 500 hotel rooms within walking distance of the awardwinning Cape Town International Convention Centre.
• The province of Mpumalanga has the largest number of private game reserves in South Africa.
• The Western Cape has 2 186 stargraded establishments and 28 539 graded rooms. • South Africans are huge golf enthusiasts. There are more than 600 golf courses in South Africa. Courtesy of South Africa National Convention Bureau
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Where Breath-Taking Beauty Meets Artistic Innovation
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ituated on the southernmost tip of Africa, the Western Cape is one of the most beautiful and diverse provinces of South Africa. Not only is it a melting pot of ethnicities, but it is also home to some incredible biodiversity. The Cape Floral Kingdom is one of the world’s six plant kingdoms and is unrivalled in its richness of plant species – over 9,000 species, half of which are found nowhere else on earth. The Western Cape is divided into roughly six regions including Cape Town, called the ‘Mother City’ for its historical significance, the Cape Winelands with its rolling vineyard fields and panoramic views and the Garden Route, complete
with wildlife safaris and adventure sports. Other main regions are the Cape Overberg with whale watching and shark diving opportunities for the brave, the Karoo, a semi-arid land with fascinating caverns and caves, and the West Coast, known for its seafood and stunning annual wildflower blooms. The province and Cape Town in particular has been successful in both the business events and the tourism arenas. Most recently, the Cape Town International Convention Centre has hosted the 39th World Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress, the 17th World Congress of Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, Power & Electricity World Africa and various other renowned
business trade shows like IBTM Africa, WTM Africa and AfricaCom among others. The city’s tourism hotspots, like the V&A Waterfront, are some of the best performing attractions in the country.
Centre for Creativity In 2014, Cape Town was given the prestigious title of World Design Capital. This gave the city the unique opportunity to showcase and develop its cultural and creative sectors through hundreds of artistic initiatives. Cape Town has also for many years played host to the Loerie Awards, as well as the much anticipated International Jazz Festival which takes place annually in March or April.
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configured into separate venues for smaller shows. Its two auditoriums can seat up to 1,500 and 620 guests respectively, although construction is currently underway for a massive expansion.
Getting to the Western Cape by Air The Western Cape is well-connected with flights in and out of Cape Town International Airport on a daily basis. The award-winning airport is Africa’s third-largest airport and its premier tourist and VIP destination. A number of local carriers provide affordable travel to regional destinations such as Durban and Johannesburg, while international flights are regular and frequent. For those wishing to visit the Garden Route, George Airport services the area, with connecting flights from Cape Town and Johannesburg hourly.
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12,000
11,399m2
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Cape Town International Convention Centre The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is located on Cape Town’s northern foreshore – just a hop and a skip away from the city’s renowned V&A Waterfront. It is one of the world’s leading sustainable convention centres and has received global recognition for its greening initiatives, many of which are integrated into every facet of its operations. The multi-purpose conference and exhibition centre offers delegates a world-class experience with state-of-the-art technology and audiovisual equipment, six translation booths and ergonomicallydesigned seats with writing tablets. It also has 11,399m2 of column-free exhibition and trade-show space, with exhibition halls that can be sub-divided and
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Convention Centre, the Tshwane Events Centre, the CSIR and a number of other conference and exhibition spaces in the vicinity. Joburg is also home to Expo Centre and the FNB Stadium, and has once again in 2014, cemented its status as the most popular destination city in Africa.
Key Venues Sandton Convention Centre A world-class, multi-purpose centre situated in the heart of the Sandton business district, the SCC is one of the most popular business event hosts in Gauteng. Home to Meetings Africa and a number of other African trade shows, the 12-storey building provides 22,000 square metres of convention, exhibition and special event space over five main levels. Its ballroom seats 2,000 banquet guests, while its pavilion can seat up to 4,500 delegates.
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Banquet Maximum/ Total Space
Exhibition Maximum/ Total Space
Website
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Banquet Maximum/ Total Space
Exhibition Maximum/ Total Space
Website
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Plenary Maximum
Exhibition Maximum/ Total Space
Website
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Expo Centre Located south of Johannesburg, Expo Centre is the largest exhibition, convention and mega events venue in South Africa. It provides over 50,000 square metres of indoor exhibition space, and over 100,000 square metres of outdoor expo space. The venue’s arena can hold up to 20,000 people, with 15,000 parking bays. Expo Centre also offers five-star catering services for large events and intimate celebrations. Tshwane Event Centre Located in the administrative capital of South Africa, Tshwane Events Centre offers conference organisers 40,000 square metres of indoor exhibition facilities and 45,000 square metres of outdoor space. The centre sees over 1.4 million visitors through its doors each year and is a popular venue for conventions, exhibitions, trade shows and even national and provincial elections.
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KWAZULUNATAL Where Stunning Locations meet Vivacious Events
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Durban, Bringing the World to South Africa This welcoming city is one of the province’s major economic generators and is also the busiest port in South Africa. Home to the likes of Unilever, SABMiller and Beiersdorf, Durban also offers over 3,600 hotel rooms
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Durban was voted an Official New7Wonder City of the World, together with the likes of Doha, Havana and Kuala Lumpur.
within walking distance of the famed Durban ICC and about 7,000 rooms in star-graded establishments. It is easily accessible to almost any major city across the globe and is also home to the Moses Mabhida Stadium in which some of the 2010 World Cup matches took place. In December 2014, Durban was voted an Official New7Wonder City of the World, together with the likes of Doha, Havana and Kuala Lumpur. The mayor, Councillor James Nxumalo expressed his excitement for the honour saying, “To be positioned amongst other leading global cities of the world like Kuala Lumpur and Havana, proudly shows the commitment and competitive edge of our city as a leading tourism, events and business destination.” other accolades that Durban picked up in 2014 include the World Travel Awards title for ‘Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Destination’ and ‘South Africa’s coolest city’ by CNN writer Griffin Shea.
Key Venues Durban International Convention Centre The Durban ICC is a state-of-the-art centre situated in the heart of the city, just a short distance from its iconic beachfront. The ICC was named Africa’s Leading Conference Centre for the thirteenth time in 2014 by the World Travel Awards, giving it the ultimate hallmark of quality. It has the largest area of column free, flat floor, multipurpose space on the continent and can hold up to 12,300 delegates in plenary seating. It also has 25 meeting rooms with flexible space for meetings and breakout sessions, as well as over 33,000m2 of exhibition space. The ICC has a proven track record in successfully hosting business events, including the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17), the 123rd International Olympic Committee Session, the 8th International AIDS Conference and the annual South African tourism trade expo, INDABA, which has been held at the ICC since 1985.
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lso known as the Zulu Kingdom, KwaZulu-Natal is a scenic province with rolling hills, unrivalled wildlife reserves and some impressive local history. It has two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, excellent safari experiences and some beautiful, tropical beaches along the warm Indian Ocean. The bustling port of Durban is a melting pot of international and indigenous flavour, attracting a vast number of visitors from regional tourism markets and further afield. The iSimangaliso Wetland Park is one of the UNESCO sites and boasts an incredible amount of fauna and flora, while the other site, the uKhahlamba (Drakensberg) Park holds an estimated 40,000 San paintings. The region’s Blue Flag beaches are among the best in the world and often attract extreme sport junkies such as surfers and shark cage divers. Its cultural experiences in real Zulu villages are unforgettable, while its business events industry continues to thrive on the back of the multi-award winning Durban International Convention Centre (ICCD) and the sheer variety of incentive and business travel packages available within the region.
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Website
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A Transcontinental Trade Bloc
and her downstream neighbour strive to compromise over this colossal backbone. Egypt is one of three African economic trade blocs merging to form a triple alliance in a 27 nation free-trade zone. The markets of Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), the South African Development Community (SADC), and the East African Community (EAC) comprise a combined 58% of the continent’s economic activity. This alliance’s aim is to more easily allow foreign investors in Egypt to reach 260 million consumers from South Africa to Ethiopia, allowing for large economic and infrastructural potential in the country.
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xperiencing a mere inch of rain each year, this magnificent arid country offers a unique combination of culture and religion, nature and wildlife, and history and modernity. The world’s longest river at 6,670km (4,135 miles) veins the jewel that is Egypt, and serves as the transcontinental country’s life source. This life source is the root of two of Egypt’s most recent and significant economic decisions, having recently signed bilateral agreements on health and education, and trade deals with Ethiopia to ease a three-year long dispute over the use of the Nile River’s waters. Egypt
Key Venues: Grand Nile Tower Poised on the tip of Roda Island along the majestic Nile River is the epitome of fivestar luxury: the Grand Nile Tower. Offering 3 000m² of banqueting space, and the latest technological and conference facilities; this magnificent tower is one of Egypt’s many modern gems. The Grand Nile Tower, designed by British-Iraqi architect, Zaha Hadid, presents exquisite triple-level conference facilities varying in size. The versatile area can accommodate up to 800 people in U-shape, theatre, and banqueting style events. Breathtaking views of the Nile, spectacular vistas, and
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Egypt is one of three African economic trade blocs merging to form a triple alliance in a 27 nation free-trade zone. The markets of COMESA, SADC, and EAC comprise a combined 58% of the continent’s economic activity.
luxurious ballrooms are but some of the features of this Egyptian landmark.
BIBLIOTHECA ALEXANDRINA CONFERENCE CENTRE Room The Great Hall
Cairo International Convention and Exhibition Centre The Cairo International Convention and Exhibition Centre (CICC) is nothing short of 58 000m² of state-of-the-art conferencing heaven. The CICC boasts four conference and event halls varying in size. The largest of these is the Cheop Hall, seating 2 500 delegates in plush comfort in a technologically advanced amphitheatrelike setting. In addition, the Cheop Hall offers 30 fully operational rooms equipped with high-tech multimedia facilities. The remaining three halls – Chefren, Mycerinos, and Nefertiti halls – accommodate between 600 and 1 250 guests respectively. Draped with priceless artwork, and just 10 minutes from the Cairo International Airport, the CICC is Egypt’s most popular conference centre.
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For ancient Egyptians, bread was the most important food and beer was their favourite drink. Models of breweries were even left in tombs to ensure that the deceased had plenty of beer in the next world.
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U-shape
Boardroom
Banquet
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106
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Banquet
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500
140
120
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200
120
70
60
170
Farhaty Ballroom 3
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170
90
70
60
150
Akhnaton Ballroom
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150
90
55
50
100
Laylaty Ballroom
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260
140
80
60
220
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800
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Classroom
U-shape
Boardroom
Banquet
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368
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774
240
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592
296
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100
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Nefertiti Hall
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1250
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Bibliotheca Alexandrina Conference Centre Bibliotheca Alexandrina Conference Centre is one of Egypt’s revived legacies. The ancient library of Alexandrina has long enticed the imagination of intellectuals and scientists all over the world. Now combined with a magnificent conference centre, the joint capacity serves as a centre for culture as well as a beacon of knowledge. Housing four conference halls, meeting rooms and two exhibition halls, all with state-of-the-art multimedia facilities, this monument is geared for conferencing extravagance. The Grand Hall seats 1 638 guests in a four-level auditorium. Smaller halls invite 100 – 300 delegate groups for exclusive conferencing comfort.
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ow considered a Meetings, Incentives, Conference and Exhibition/Expo (MICE) hub, Kenya is host to a number of international conferences in the year ahead. This stretch of beautiful land, seated on the equator while footed at the Indian Ocean, boasts countless natural attractions serving as a perfect backdrop to the kinetic corporate industry. Its three major cities:
bustling Nairobi, diverse Mombasa Island, and serene Kisumu, constitute to Kenya’s economy being largest by GDP in South East and Central Africa.
2015 MICE Segment Focus Recent winners of the bid to host Association of Travel Associations (ATA) Congress, Kenya looks forward to hosting
the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) as well as the SKÅL International Congress. The Association of Travel Associations World Congress will draw approximately 500 delegates from over 20 countries to Nairobi in 2015, where a diverse group of industry stakeholders will gather on the platform set for networking, discussing industry matters such as its growth and challenges.
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An event essential to the professional development of communicators will see experts in the industry attend the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) to address corporate communication and PR issues, as well as discuss its future. SKÅL International Congress has 23 000 members from 87 nations all over the world. The port island, Mombasa, will host 1 500 travel and tourism professionals from around the globe at this meeting that promotes global tourism.
Key Venues: Enashipai Resort and Spa Enashipai is Kenya’s leading spa resort, situated in the capital city of Nairobi. Accommodating over 500 people in any of its six conference rooms, this spectacular resort offers a lavish conference experience in U-shape, theatre, ballroom or banqueting style. The resort is positioned in close proximity to must-sees such as Hell’s Gate, Mount Longonot, Lake Naivasha and Elementaita. Equipped with leading-edge technology together with dedicated conference staff, Enashipai Resort and Spa constitutes a quintessential conference venue. Kenyatta International Conference Centre Located in the heart of the business and shopping district of Kenya, the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) is where heritage meets modernity. Designed to represent a traditional African hut, the venue is armed with advanced audio-visual technologies. Its three tier auditorium comfortably seats 770 delegates. Location, history, and functionality are but a few qualities of this Nairobi landmark’s appeal.
Did You Know? Kenya’s greatest biggest income generator is coffee. It is considered an export product and is not consumed locally, as Kenyans prefer tea and beer. Second to coffee is tourism as an income generator.
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U-shape
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Nabo
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Hare
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Uni
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80
80
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100
Onguan
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80
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100
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ynamic business culture and an aggressive development agenda form Africa’s economic powerhouse that is Nigeria. Nestled between Benin and Cameroon, and bordered by the Gulf of Guinea, the federal constitutional republic comprises 36 states and a federal capital territory, Abuja. Abuja is among Africa’s wealthiest and most expensive capital cities. Lagos, the country’s former capital, remains Nigeria’s business and financial centre, it’s most populous city, and is the second-fastest growing city on the continent. The WestAfrican treasure has the largest economy in Africa, and the 21st largest in the world. Oil reserves play a large part in Nigeria’s growing wealth and influence. Nigeria also boasts lush grounds, exotic islands, and lively beaches. Situated north
of the equator and stretching north, Nigeria experiences varied climates. South Nigeria is subjected to an equatorial climate, while northern Nigeria endures an arid climate, and Central Nigeria experiences a tropical climate. Cradled by the emerald Atlantic Ocean, and rich in culture and nature, the Giant of Africa encapsulates the continent’s beauty, vibrancy, and potential.
Key Venues: Eko Hotel and Convention Centre Located in the heart of the beautiful Victoria Island, the Eko Hotel and Convention Centre offers a blend of relaxation, activities, and conferencing experiences that meet the highest international standards. The modern edifice, infused with African tradition, is 45 minutes’ drive from the airport, and just 10 minutes away from the City Centre and the
hustle and bustle of the Lagos metropolis. The hotel in equipped with a health and fitness centre comprising a state-of the-art gym, tennis court, volley-ball court, sauna, massage room, and a world-class swimming pool. The Eko Convention Centre is the largest convention centre in Nigeria, with the capacity to accommodate 270 exhibition stands, up to 3000 delegates in a conferencing fashion, and concerts with audiences of up to 6,000 people. The hotel also offers meeting rooms with state of the art audio visual equipment, and a seating capacity of up to 2000 delegates. Calabar International Convention Centre This multifunctional edifice is the latest addition to convention centres in Nigeria. Situated in the beautiful Cross River State,
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Facts: Nigeria falls into the UTC + 1 Time Zone Flying times to Lagos, Nigeria From Cape Town: 6 hours, 23 minutes From Beijing: 14 hours, 45 minutes From Sydney: 19 hours, 48 minutes
the scale and flexibility of the Calabar International Convention Centre offers the freedom to design an event of stature. The CICC is located in a free trade zone (FTZ), therefore, exhibitors and conference organisers are exempt from paying VAT, WHT and other national and state-levied taxes on transactions within the FTZ. The venue comprises 215 conference halls seating between 220-2,000 delegates, 12 meeting rooms accommodating 55-90 delegates, 3 meeting suites for smaller groups of delegates, as well as 1 VIP room.
Did you know? Nigeria is one of the Next 11 countries whose economies are set to become among the biggest in the world, according to Goldman Sachs investment bank and economist Jim O’Neill.
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Banquet
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Abora Suite
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300
80
80
150
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Apa Suite
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100
150
40
40
100
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Ebony Suite
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50
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30
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50
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Expo Centre
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2 000
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Eko Convention Centre
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6 000
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Hall A1
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Max Capacity (Schoolroom)
Max Capacity (Banquet)
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260
270
Hall A
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900
630
650
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2 000
850
900
800
650
460
500
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25
25
360
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TANZANIA An African Paradise Manyara, Tanzania © Feans
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eeming with game reserves and national parks while skirted by the warm Indian Ocean, Tanzania parades a classic African setting. Situated in the Great Lakes region of East Africa, the charming country is home to Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro towering at 5,895 metres above sea level in northern Tanzania. Commonly known as the “Land of Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar and The Serengeti”, Tanzania offers a trio of capital cities. Dodoma, the official capital of the country, is the home of parliament and other government officers. The City of Arusha, is one of Tanzania’s most developing and fast-growing cities. Popular for its lush and green surrounds, Arusha City is also the seat of the East African Community (EAC), and considered the safari capital of Tanzania. The commercial and business capital is also Tanzania’s richest city, Dar es Salaam. The largest city in East Africa and business events hub of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam, boasts the second-busiest port in East Africa and some of the most important sea routes in the world. Another feature of the African paradise, Tanzania, is Zanzibar; a semi-autonomous archipelago consists of a number of exotic islands, emerald beaches, white shores and spice plantations. The country, laced with turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and powder white beaches, offers a tropical climate with regional variation of seasonal temperatures between 10-20 degrees Celsius in the highlands, while the rest of the region rarely sees temperatures below 20 degrees Celsius. Adding to the Tanzania’s appeal is its wealth in natural resources such as iron ore, diamonds, gold deposits, natural gas, and hydropower. Tanzania comprises beauty and substance. This combination, among other attractions, results in East African Tanzania being the destination of choice for global conferences across the spectrum including,
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the Swahilli International Tourism Expo, the first ever Green Economy Expo, and the Climate Change Conference that took place in Tanzania last year.
Key Venues: Arusha International Conference Centre At the foot of Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak, the state-of-the-art edifice Arusha International Conference (AICC) is nestled. The AICC operates as a fully-fledged commercial entity in the Arusha region’s capital city, north of Tanzania. Rich in Tanzanian culture, the AICC boasts a combination of business and leisure, with the capacity to accommodate between 10 and 1350 delegates in various conferencing styles. Saba Trade Fair Grounds Covering 36 100m² with multiple exhibition halls and outdoor space, Saba Trade Fair Grounds offers a versatile, contemporary conference venue with skilled staff that are available to support event planners in the county’s principal port and commercial city of Dar es Salaam.
Did you know? Tanzania has the largest concentration of wildlife animals per square kilometre, with more than 4 million wild animals and representatives of 430 species and subspecies.
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Theatre
Classroom
U-shape
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1,000
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Mbayuwayu
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Tausi
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160
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Dikdik
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30
Mbuni
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Kagera
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20
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at Dunes restaurant and bar, or drive along the west coast to Big Bay and absorb the view of the crystal ocean below the majestic Table Mountain at Blue Peter restaurant.
9. Jump the Big Rush
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Gather your nerves and hurtle across the Moses Mabibhida Stadium on the largest swing in the world. Reaching speeds up to 200km per hour, this is the ultimate urban adrenaline rush.
10. Wander the Garden Route Journey through the picturesque Garden Route and indulge in a wide range of activities, leisure spots, marine reserves, ancient forests, preserved fynbos, and lakes and lagoons wedged between majestic mountains and riotous coast lines.
11. Go Zorbing For guaranteed laughs and thrills, roll down tumbling hills of the Zulu kingdom, Durban, or slip and slide down a water park, all in a gigantic transparent ball.
12. Bonfire on the beach 1. First Thursdays First Explore art galleries and cultural events as beautiful streets of Cape Town come alive and stay open late into the night on the first Thursday of every month.
2. Have Dinner in the Sky Transform a quintessential dinner in South Africa into a sky dining occasion. Enjoy cuisine, cocktails or a classic BLT 60 metres above ground in a German engineered gourmet crane. Spectacular views, city lights, and live entertainment are all inclusive in this unique culinary experience.
3. Visit South, Eat Eastern Tantalize your taste buds with the best Eastern food selection in the heart of the city of Cape Town at an enchanted food market, the Eastern Food Bazaar. From Bombay bites to tandoori curries; china town noodles to Istanbul shwarmas, Eastern Food Bazaar is the taste of culture in this cosmopolitan hub.
4. Drive the Cape in a side car Sit back, relax, and enjoy the awe of Capetonians as you cruise along the city
streets or scenic routes in a vintage World War II sidecar.
5. Sand board in Betty’s Bay Dust yourself off and try again after the adrenaline rush of soaring 200m down the soft sands of Blesberg dunes in Betty’s Bay.
6. Cinema under the stars Enjoy the Short&Sweet cinematic conveniences from ushers to popcorn at a modern classic Full Moon drive-in.
7. Go Market Milling Do yourself a favour and feast your senses at a market in the affordable cosmopolitan country. Be it the Mother City’s Market on Wharf at the tourist hub V&A Waterfornt, The Biscuit Mill in down-town Woodstock, or Neighbourgoods Market in the economic capital, Johannesburg, be treated by arts and crafts, local and global cuisine, in a festive setting.
8. Do a Beachfront Brunch Brunch is something of a necessity in the laidback city of Cape Town. Take a scenic drive to Hout Bay and lounge on the terrace
Hang out with the local beach bums on the postcard-perfect beaches of Durban. Enjoy acoustic music, cold beers, and roaring flames under the star studded sky with a people indigenous to the beachside life.
13. Fall with no strings attached Close your eyes, take a deep breath and free fall 50m backward off the Orlando Towers in one of South Africa’s most well-known townships, Soweto. An engineered net will break your fall. This is SCAD diving, something for the brave.
14. Voluntourism Volunteer and leave a legacy of your travels to this beautiful country. Lend a hand to Lion cubs at the Lion Park or suit up and safari in search of injured animals at Wildlife Act.
15. Take a Township Tour Experience real African culture. South Africa is dotted with townships, rich in history, culture, colour, and crafts. Be sure to arrange a tour through Gugulethu and visit the famous Mzoli’s Place for music, meat, and vibrant Xhosa culture vibe. Or feast your eyes and get involved in the animated Zulu culture in Soweto at the historic Vilakazi Street.
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GOVERNMENT CONTACTS SOUTH AFRICA: NATIONAL DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM Tel: +27 86 012 1929 Email: callcentre@tourism.gov.za Web: www.tourism.gov.za
ETHIOPIA: MINISTRY OF CULTURE AND TOURISM Tel: +230 210 1545 Email: moct-PR@ethionet.et Web: www.tourismethiopia.gov.etc
KENYA: TOURIST BOARD Tel: +254 20 2749 000 Web: www.ktb.go.ke
NIGERIA: TOURISM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Tel: +234 9 234 2764 Email: touristhelp@tourism.gov.ng Web: www.tourism.gov.ng
MOROCCO: MINISTRY OF TOURISM Tel: +212 08 200 0004 EGYPT: TOURISM AUTHORITY Web: www.egypt.travel/ TANZANIA: TOURIST BOARD Tel: +255 022 2111244/5 Email: info@tanzaniatourism.go.tz Web: www.tanzaniatouristboard.com TUNISIA: NATIONAL OFFICE OF THE TUNISIAN TOURISM (ONTT) Tel: +20 7224 5561 Email: info@cometotunisia.co.uk UGANDA: MINISTRY OF TOURISM, WILDLIFE & ANTIQUITIES Tel: +256 414 314 268 Email: info@tourism.go.ug GHANA: MINISTRY OF TOURISM & DIASPORAN RELATIONS Tel: +233 302 666314 Web: www.touringghana.com
MAURITIUS: MAURITIUS TOURISM PROMOTION AUTHORITY Tel: +230 210 1545 Email: mtpa@intnet.mu Web: www.mtpa.mu / www.tourism mauritius.mu ZAMBIA: TOURISM BOARD Tel: +260 211 229 087 Email: ztb@zambiatourism.org.zm Web: www.zambiatourism.com BENIN: MINISTRY OF CULTURE Tel: +229 307014/5 Web: www.benintourisme.com/ NAMIBIA: MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT AND TOURISM Tel: +264 61 284 2333 Email: snegumbo@met.na Web: www.met.gov.na
BURKINA FASO: MINISTRY OF CULTURE, ARTS & TOURISM Tel: +22 63 30963 Email: webmestre-culture@liptinfor.bf Web: www.culture.gov.bf CAMEROON: MINISTRY OF TOURISM AND LEISURE info@mintour.gov.cm Web: www.mintour.gov.cm MOZAMBIQUE: MINISTRY OF TOURISM Tel: +258 21 30 73 20 /1 Web: www.visitmozambique.net ANGOLA: MINISTRY OF HOTELS AND TOURISM Tel: +244 22 231 1469 Web: www.embangola.at/ contacttourism.htm BOTSWANA: MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, WILDLIFE AND TOURISM (MEWT) Tel: +267 3953024 Web: www.mewt.gov.bw CAPE VERDE: MINISTRY OF TOURISM, INDUSTRY AND ENERGY (MTIE) Tel: +238 260 48 00 Email: mtie@mtie.gov.cv Web: www.mtie.gov.cv
© SA Tourism
ALGERIA: MINISTRY OF TOURISM Tel: +213 21 71 45 45 Email: contact@mta.gov.dz Web: www.mta.gov.dz
IVORY COAST: TOURISM BOARD Tel: +255 202 516 00 Web: tourismeci.org/
SENEGAL: TOURIST BUREAU Tel: +404 995 6628 Email: sentouroffice@aol.com Web: www.senegal-tourism.com
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DIRECTORY A-Z COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
20 West Executive Apartments & Hotel
+27 11 290 9600
www.20west.co.za
African Hotels And Adventures
+27 21 465 3530
www.ahagroup.co.za
Alpine Heath Resort
+27 36 438 8500
www.alpineheath.co.za
Arcadia Hotel Pretoria
+27 12 326 9311
www.arcadiahotel.co.za
ATKV - Klein - Kariba Holiday Resort
+27 14 736 9800
www.atkvresorts.co.za
Bannister Hotel
+27 11 403 6888 / 7888
www.bannisterhotel.co.za
Bon Hotels
+27 21 912 1300
www.bonhotels.com
Budmarsh Private Lodge
+27 11 728 1800
www.budmarsh.co.za
Calders Hotel & Conference Centre
+27 21 784 2400
www.calders.co.za
Cape St Francis Resort And Lifestyle Estate
+27 42 298 0054
www.capestfrancis.co.za
Coega Development Corporation
+27 41 405 7700
www.coega.co.za
Gooderson Leisure Corporation
+27 31 368 5353
www.goodersonleisure.co.za
Hilton Hotel & Resorts
+27 11 322 1888
www.hilton.com
Hotel Verde
+27 21 380 5500
www.hotelverde.com
Indaba Hotel
+27 11 840 6600
www.indabahotel.co.za
Mogwase Bed & Breakfast
+27 82 770 6163
www.mogwasegh.co.za
Pepper Club Hotel Management Pty Ltd
+27 21 812 8888
www.pepperclub.co.za
Protea Hotel Durbanville
+27 21 913 9256
www.proteahotels.com/durbanville
Sheraton Pretoria Hotel
+27 12 429 9999
www.sheratonpretoria.com
The Conference Company - Cape Town
+27 21 914 2751
www.confco.co.za
The Summerstrand Hotel
+27 41 583 3131
www.hotsummer.co.za
Tsogo Sun
+27 21 488 5753
www.tsogosun.com
Turners Conferences & Conventions
+27 31 368 8000
www.turnersconferences.com
Vaalnest Boutique Hotel
+27 16 372 1075
www.vaalnest.co.za
Vineyard Hotel
+27 21 657 4591
www.vineyard.co.za
ACCOMMODATION
DIRECTORY A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
Congress Rental SA
+27 11 434 4722
www.congressrental.co.za
Fancourt
+ 27 44 804 0000
www.fancourt.co.za
Hilton Worldwide / Hilton Sandton
+27 11 322 1888
www3.hilton.com
NH The Lord Charles Hotel
+27 21 855 1040
www.nh-hotels.co.za
Premier Hotels & Resorts
+27 21 430 3400
www.premierhotels.co.za
Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton
+27 11 245 8000
www.radissonblu.com
The Maslow Hotel Sandton
+27 10 226 4600
www.suninternational.com
+27 14 736 9800
www.atkvresorts.co.za
ACCOMMODATION & VENUE
ADVENTURE SPORTS ATKV - Klein - Kariba Holiday Resort ADVENTURE SPORTS AND TEAMBUILDING Adventure Works
+27 21 790 9015
Affordable Adventures Pty Ltd
+27 11 465 9168
www.affordableadventures.co.za
Havas Sports & Entertainment Pty Ltd
+27 11 549 3639
www.havas-se.co.za
Sail Rights Commercialisation Pty Ltd
+27 11 347 1300
www.sail.co.za
Right Stuff
+27 0861 DARTAD
rightstuff.tv
The Lime Envelope
+27 11 467 9233
www.thelimeenvelope.co.za
+27 11 978 6458
www.flysaa.com
+27 11 805 7272
www.exsa.co.za
ADVERTISING AGENCY
AIRLINES South African Airways Proprietary Limited ASSOCIATIONS Exsa
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TEL
WEBSITE
AV Alliance (Pty) Ltd
+27 21 469 1429
www.theavalliance.co.za
BLP Technologies
+27 12 643 1888
Gearhouse Ics
+27 21 929 7930
www.gearhouse-ics.co.za
Gearhouse South Africa - JHB
+27 11 216 3000
www.gearhouse.co.za
Gearhouse South Africa (Pty) Ltd - Cape Town
+27 21 929 7200
www.gearhouse.co.za
Gearhouse South Africa (Pty) Ltd - Durban
+27 31 792 6200
www.gearhouse.co.za
Impro-Vision Cc
+27 31 564 4217
www.impro-vision.co.za
LEDVision (Pty) Ltd (Member of Gearhouse Group)
+27 11 216 3111
www.ledvision.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Magnetic Storm - Cape Town
+27 86 011 1625
www.magnetic-ct.co.za
Sight And Sound Rental Pty Ltd
+27 11 262 3560
www.sightandsound.co.za
Sound Stylists Pty Ltd
+27 11 466 1726
AUDIO-VISUAL SERVICE
BUSINESS & LEISURE SAB World Of Beer
+27 11 836 4900
www.worldofbeer.co.za
Two Oceans Aquarium
+27 21 418 3823
www.aquarium.co.za
Ukweza Holdings Pty Ltd
+27 21 408 7890
www.waterfront.co.za
Avis
+27 11 923 3441
www.avis.co.za
Bidair Services Pty Ltd
+27 11 390 1145
www.bidair.co.za
Budget Car and Van Rental
+27 41 581 4242
www.budget.co.za
+086 069 7837
www.oysterking.co.za
+27 21 683 2934
www.africanagenda.com
African Diversity Trading and Projects (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 039 7979
www.africandiversity.co.za
Alpha Conference Centre Pty Ltd
+27 12 205 1310
www.alphaconference.com
Atlantic Beach Management Pty Ltd
+27 21 553 2223
www.atlanticbeach.co.za
Atlantic Imbizo Conference
+27 21 419 4565
www.atlanticimbizo.co.za
Bannister Hotel
+27 11 403 6888 / 7888
www.bannisterhotel.co.za
Belmont Square Conference Centre
+27 21 685 2625
www.belmontsquare.co.za
CAR RENTAL
CATERERS Oyster King CONFERENCE DESIGN & MANAGEMENT African Agenda CONFERENCE SERVICE
DIRECTORY A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
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TEL
WEBSITE
Bohle Conference & Language Services
+27 21 461 8479
www.bohleonline.com
Centeq Events
+27 21 948 9549
www.centeqevents.co.za
Gearhouse SA (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 216 3000
www.gearhouse.co.za
Hotel Verde
+27 21 380 5500
www.hotelverde.com
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Mogwase Bed & Breakfast
+27 82 770 6163
www.mogwasegh.co.za
Sheraton Pretoria Hotel
+27 12 429 9999
www.sheratonpretoria.com
Thebe Reed Exhibitions
+27 11 549 8300
www.thebereed.co.za
Thoughtfire
+27 31 569 5988
www.thoughtfire.co.za
UCT Conference Management Centre
+27 21 406 6167
www.cmc.uct.ac.za
+27 21 419 4565
www.atlanticimbizo.co.za
Exhibition Freighting G.S.M.
+27 21 552 7248
www.ef-gsm.co.za
The Conference Company - Cape Town
+27 21 914 2751
www.confco.co.za
+27 11 971 8620
www.dbschenker.com/za
Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau
+27 21 487 8600
www.tourismcapetown.co.za
Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention Bureau
+27 31 366 7576
www.durbankzncb.co.za
Joburg Tourism
+27 11 214 0700
www.joburg.org.za
South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB)
+27 11 895 3000
www.businessevents.southafrica.net
Wesgro
+27 21 487 8600
www.wesgro.co.za
+27 11 274 4056
www.bcdtravel.co.za
Cape Craft and Design Institute
+27 21 461 1488
www.ccdi.org.za
Corporate Conference Gifting
+27 11 892 5966
www.corpcongifts.co.za
E’yako Green
+27 83 262 4068
www.eyakogreen.co.za
Township Patterns Cc
+27 21 534 8558
www.township.co.za
+27 12 808 2328
www.isiphiwo.co.za
CONFERENCE VENUES Atlantic Imbizo Conference CONFERENCING SERVICES
CONSULTING Schenker South Africa (Pty) Ltd CONVENTION BUREAU
CORPORATE MANAGEMENT SERVICES BCD Travel CORPORATE RETAIL, GIFTS, TOURISM & PROMOTION
DAY SPA, ACCOMMODATION & CONFERENCING Isiphiwo Boutique Hotel
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COMPANY
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TEL
WEBSITE
2 Way Exhibitions & Events Cape Town
+27 021 000 0065 / 66
www.twowaysa.co.za
369 Designs (Pty) Ltd
+27 21 556 6368
www.369designs.co.za
3D Cape Town (Division Of 3D Group)
+27 21 702 1089
www.3ddesign.co.za
Design & Display
+27 11 482 4034/35/36
www.designanddisplay.co.za
Finely Wrought Pty Ltd
+27 11 477 5062
www.finelywroght.co.za
Joburg Set Company (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 882 9718
www.joburgsetco.com
Plan-IT Design
+27 83 235 2732
www.planitdesign.co.za
RPM Events & Decor Company
+27 12 323 9107
www.rpmevents.co.za
African Graphix
+27 11 023 2864
www.africangraphix.co.za
Compex (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 262 3444
www.compex.co.za
Green Exhibition Services Cc
+27 11 312 0642
www.greenexhibitions.co.za
Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
www.resourcedesign.co.za
Sheer Volume Exhibitions (Pty) Ltd
+27 86 107 4337
www.sheervolume.co.za
SSQ Exhibitions
+27 11 792 1241
www.ssqexhibitions.co.za
Sugo Projects
+27 11 781 2467
www.sugoprojects.com
DMC South Africa
+27 82 893 405
www.dmcsouthafrica.co.za
Dragonfly Africa and Green Route Africa
+27 11 219 5600
www.dragonfly.co.za
Tourism KZN
+27 31 366 7500
www.tourism-kzn.org
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Oyster King
+086 069 7837
www.oysterking.co.za
Speakers Inc.
+27 86 166 8488
www.speakersinc.co.za
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
+27 11 608 1588
www.3ddesign.co.za
+27 41 408 8931
www.nmbstadius.com
DÉCOR & DESIGN
DÉCOR & DESIGN, SIGNAGE, SET DESIGN
DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY
ENTERTAINMENT
EVENT COORDINATORS Magnetic Storm EVENT ENGINEERING Switched-0n-Electrical (Division Of 3D Group) EVENT MANAGEMENT Access Facilities & Leisure Management
DIRECTORY A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
Blackmagic Communications
+27 11 780 0600
www.blackmagic.co.za
Blue Platinum Events
+27 11 807 2341
www.blueplatinumevents.co.za
C Major Productions
+27 11 794 8453
www.cmajorproductions.com
Call of The Wild Safaris
+26 37 7243 1041
www.callofthewildsafaris.com
Calypso Group
+27 32 814 0340
www.calypsoevent.com
Compex (Pty) Ltd (Complete Exhibitions)
+27 12 667 2074
www.compex.co.za
Conference Link
+26 46 125 1014
www.conferencelink.com.na
Consultus Pty Limited
+27 21 938 9238
www.consultus.co.za
Eastern Sun Events
+27 41 374 5654
www.easternsun.co.za
Event Dynamics
+27 11 676 3000
www.eventdynamics.com
Events Social Marketing & Productions Afrika (Pty) Ltd (Espafrika)
+27 21 671 0506
www.espafrika.com
Idea Lab Events
+27 11 880 0058
www.idealabevents.co.za
Inhouse Exhibitions & Logistics
+27 11 508 1571
www.inhouselogistics.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Makwalo Solutions Pty Ltd
+27 31 561 6588
www.makwalosolutions.co.za
Mann Made Media & Events Pty Ltd
+27 11 259 7120
www.mannmademedia.com
Motivation Africa
+27 83 702 1180
www.motivationafrica.com
Nakati Communication Pty Ltd
+27 604794554
www.nakati.co.za
Off The Wall Events
+27 11 784 1116
www.offthewallevents.co.za
On Show Solutions
+27 11 431 4126
www.onshowsolutions.co.za
Osiba Management
+27 11 326 4082
www.osiba.co.za
Out The Box Productions
+27 11 482 8335
www.otbproductions.co.za
Outsmart Marketing Business Matchmaking
+27 11 083 9292
www.outsmartmarketing.co.za
Potters Hand Activations Pty Ltd
+27 11 794 6910
www.pottershand.co.za
RCA Pty Ltd
+27 11 483 1861
www.rca.co.za
Reach Out Specialised Events (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 646 7970
www.rosevents.co.za
Red Hot Events & Hiring
+27 21 510 0547
www.redhotevents.co.za
SA Resort Services
+27 118887786
www.saresortservices.co.za
Scm Tourism and Events (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 318 2401
www.scmgroup.co.za
Seating Plan Furniture Hire
+27 31 301 1297
www.seatingplan.co.za
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TEL
WEBSITE
Strategic Business Services (Pty) Ltd T/A Sbs Conferences
+27 21 914 2888
www.sbs.co.za
Tkopromotions
+27 12 549 0375
www.tkopromotions.co.za
Velti Events & Hospitality
+27 87 151 4101
www.veltievents.com
Venue Finders
+27 11 442 1020
www.venuefinders.co.za
Woods Ink Entertainment
+27 11 074 4904
www.woodsink.co.za
Xl Events Cc
+27 83 447 8007
www.xlevents.co.za
Z-Zone Event Solutions
+27 11 466 6336
www.zzone.co.za
Jubalu Investments Cc The Function Warehouse
+27 41 581 0454
www.thefunctionwarehouse.co.za
The New Dimension Group (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 803 6200
www.ndg.co.za
Confinitive Pty Ltd Ta Embassy Events and Conferences
+27 21 424 6644
www.embassyconferences.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Tshwane Business & Agricultural Corporation Tshwabac
+27 12 327 1487
www.tshwabac.co.za
Xo Africa Travel Pty Ltd
+27 21 486 2700
www.xoafrica.co.za
360 Degrees Production House Pty Ltd
+27 11 782 1663
www.360degrees.co.za
Grindrod Travel
+27 31 301 1225
www.grindrodtravel.co.za
+27 11 792 1241
www.ssqexhibitions.co.za
Magnetic Storm - Cape Town
+27 86 011 1625
www.magnetic-ct.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
www.resourcedesign.co.za
Amazing Spaces
+27 21 761 3445
www.amazingspaces.co.za
Randlords
+27 11 403 1833
sales@randlords.co.za
EVENT MANAGEMENT
EVENT MANAGEMENT & CO-ORDINATION
EVENT ORGANISERS
EVENT PLANNERS
EVENT STAGING EQUIPMENT SSQ Exhibitions EVENT STAGING EQUIPMENT / STAND BUILDING
EVENT VENUES
DIRECTORY A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
83
TEL
WEBSITE
Creative Incentives Pty Ltd
+27 11 463 0759
www.creativeincentives.co.za
Forefront Events & Security Solutions
+27 21 361 5796
www.forefrontsecurity.co.za
Khululekani Security Services Cc
+27 11 838 5543
www.khululekani.co.za
Lodge Events Security
+27 11 706 6715
www.lodgeevents.co.za
Scan Display Solutions
+27 11 447 4777
www.scandisplay.co.za
Showgroupworld Pty Ltd T/A Showgroup
+27 11 888 5000
www.showgroupworld.com
The Event Production Company
+27 11 883 0470
www.theeventcompany.com
True North Events
+27 10 500 1583
www.truenorthevents.co.za
2 Way Exhibitions & Events CAPE TOWN
+27 21 000 0065 / 66
www.twowaysa.co.za
Exhibitions SA
+27 11 782 4660
www.exhibitionssa.co.za
Ilios Conference
+27 21 836 8315
www.iliosconf.co.za
Litha Communications Pty Ltd
+27 11 484 7663
www.lithacommunications.co.za
Party Animal Production Cc Ta Nungu
+27 82 390 6963
www.nunguonline.co.za
Pure Grit Project And Exhibitions Management (Pty) Ltd
+27 86 107 7784
www.puregrit.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
www.resourcedesign.co.za
2Xzibit Cape Town South Africa
+27 21 551 8783
www.xzibit.co.za
Exhibition & Event Services
+27 11 789 5577
www.exhibitionandeventservices.com
Exhibition Freighting Gsm
+27 21 552 7248
www.ef-gsm.co.za
Expo Solutions Pty Ltd
+27 31 304 2309
www.exposolutions.co.za
Progroup Manufacturing
+27 11 493 1545
www.progroup.co.za
Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
www.resourcedesign.co.za
Savetcon
+27 12 346 1150
www.savetcon.co.za
Scan Display Solutions Pty Ltd
+27 11 447 4777
www.scandisplay.co.za
The Exhibitionist
+27 11 794 4478
www.theexhibitionist.co.za
EVENTS
EXHIBITION & PROJECT MANAGEMENT
EXHIBITION COORDINATORS
EXHIBITION MANAGEMENT
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DIRECTORY A-Z
COMPANY
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TEL
WEBSITE
EXHIBITION ORGANISERS ExpoExpertise
+27 11 467 6771
www.expoexpertise.com
Conference Link
+26 46 125 1014
www.conferencelink.com.na
+27 11 608 1588
www.3ddesign.co.za
Connecta-Floor
+27 860 (HIRE IT) 44 73 48
www.connecta-floor.co.za
Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
www.resourcedesign.co.za
Old Mutual
+27 21 509 5716
www.oldmutual.co.za
Satib Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd
+27 86 172 84248
www.satib.co.za
+ 27 76 644 0271
www.inspirefurniture.co.za
+27 86 011 1625
www.magnetic-ct.co.za
Expo Solutions - Cape Town
+27 21 510 5871
www.exposolutions.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Octanorm South Africa (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 433 2010
www.octanorm.co.za
The Plant Inn - Hire Plants & Flowers
+27 82 442 9775
EXHIBITION STAND DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 3D Group Of Companies EXHIBITION VENDORS
FINANCIAL INSTITUTION
FURNITURE & EVENT DECOR RENTALS Inspire Furniture GEAR SUPPLIERS Magnetic Storm - Cape Town HIRING / SUPPLIERS
INCENTIVE TRAVEL Africadabra Cc
+27 41 379 5424
www.africadabra.com
By Design Africa
+27 11 462 8546
www.bydesigngroup.co.za
Creative Incentives Pty Ltd
+27 11 463 0759
www.creativeincentives.co.za
Thundermark Pty Ltd
+27 11 679 3344
www.thundermark.co.za
Travel Incentives Meetings Events Time
+27 21 762 6688
www.timeint.co.za
+27 11 219 5600
www.dragonfly.co.za
INCENTIVE TRAVEL AGENCIES Dragonfly Africa and Green Route Africa
DIRECTORY A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
Crystal Events & Incentives
+27 21 555 3617
www.crystalevents.co.za
Eish Events & Incentives
+27 82 893 4051
www.eishevents.co.za
Pride of Africa
+267 680 0890
www.prideofafrica-safaris.com
Folio Translation Consultants Cc
+27 21 426 2727
www.folio-online.co.za
Quick I.t. Rentals
+27 11 609 2556
www.quickitrentals.co.za
Folio Translation Consultants
+27 21 426 2727
www.folio-online.co.za
The New Dimension Group (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 803 6200
www.ndg.co.za
Above And Beyond Productions
+27 41 368 8855
www.above.co.za
Avl Africa
+27 71 605 3133
www.avlafrica.co.za
Gearhouse South Africa (Pty) Ltd - Cape Town
+27 21 929 7200
www.gearhouse.co.za
In2Structures (Pty) Ltd (Member of Gearhouse Group)
+27 11 346 0641
www.in2structures.co.za
LEDVision (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 216 3111
www.ledvision.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4800
www.magnetic.co.za
Magnetic Storm - Cape Town
+27 86 011 1625
www.magnetic-ct.co.za
Marketing Merchants
+27 21 511 6316
www.mmexpo.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Baagisane
+27 12 362 6327
www.baagisane.co.za
Marketing Merchants
+27 21 511 6316
www.mmexpo.co.za
Meridian Capacity Building Corporation (Pty) Ltd
+27 12 320 1031
www.mericapa.com
Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency
+27 13 759 5301
www.mpumalanga.com
Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
+27 41 582 2575
www.nmbt.co.za
Northern Cape Tourism Authority
+27 53 833 1434
www.experiencenortherncape.com
The Riverbed Marketing And Communications Agency
+27 11 783 7903
www.theriverbed.co.za
Three Cities Hotel Group
+27 21 525 7800
www.threecities.co.za
INCENTIVE TRAVEL OPERATORS
LANGUAGE SERVICE PROVIDERS
LIGHTING, SOUND & STAGING
MARKETING
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DIRECTORY A-Z
COMPANY
www.theevent.co.za
TEL
WEBSITE
+27 31 368 8000
www.turnersconferences.com
+27 11 805 2245
www.exclusivems.co.za
+27 21 851 8844
www.downings.co.za
Spintelligent
+27 21 700 3500
www.spintelligent.com
The Media House Production Cc
+27 11 326 1977
www.mediahouseproductions.co.za
Travel & Trade Publishing/ Now Media
+27 11 214 7369
www.nowmedia.co.za
Tsalena Media
+27 11 888 8357
www.tsalena.co.za
+27 86 193 7625
www.barmotion.co.za
+27 86 121 0121
www.wappoint.co.za
Speakers Inc.
+086 166 8488
www.speakersinc.co.za
Unique Speakers Bureau
+27 11 465 4410
www.uniquespeakerbureau.com
+27 11 786 8980
www.thepersonaltouch.co.za
African Graphix
+27 11 023 2864
www.africangraphix.co.za
Thiela Image Laboratory (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 315 7618
www.thiela.com
African Agenda
+27 21 683 2934
www.africanagenda.com
Conference Link
+26 46 125 1014
www.conferencelink.com.na
Dragonfly Africa and Green Route Africa
+27 11 219 5600
www.dragonfly.co.za
Event Solutions
+27 31 564 0664
www.eventsol.co.za
Ikhono Communications Cc
+27 31 266 9937
www.ikhonokzn.co.za
MARKETING Turners Conferences & Conventions MANAGEMENT SERVICES Exclusive Management Services MARQUEE MANUFACTURING & RENTAL Ingwe Marquee Manufacturing & Rentals MEDIA
MOBILE BAR COMPANY Barmotion MOBILE CREDIT CARD FACILITIES Wappoint (Pty) Ltd MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKING
ONBOARD CATERING The Personal Touch OUTDOOR DISPLAY/LARGE FORMAT SCREEN
PCOS
DIRECTORY A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
Ripcord Promotions
+27 11 482 2835
www.ripcord.za.com
The Conference Company
+27 31 303 9852
www.confco.co.za
The Source Pr & Event Management
+27 87 940 2538
www.thesourcepr.co.za
Turbo Conferences Cc
+27 11 880 6030
RIGGING Gearhouse South Africa - JHB
+27 11 216 3000
www.gearhouse.co.za
Gearhouse South Africa (Pty) Ltd - Cape Town
+27 21 929 7200
www.gearhouse.co.za
Gearhouse South Africa (Pty) Ltd - Durban
+27 31 792 6200
www.gearhouse.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
+27 11 219 5600
www.dragonfly.co.za
+27 12 429 9999
www.sheratonpretoria.com
+27 11 447 4777
www.scandisplay.co.za
+27 14 736 9800
www.atkvresorts.co.za
Gearhouse SA Pty Ltd
+27 11 216 3100
www.gearhouse.co.za
Gl Events Oasys
+27 11 210 2500
www.oasysinnovations.co.za
Inhouse Venue Technical Management Pty Ltd
+27 86 123 7890
www.inhousevtm.com
Solid Rock Event Technical
+27 86 177 7738
www.solidrock.co.za
Atc African Travel Concept Pty Ltd
+27 21 426 0032
www.atc-mice.com
Bck Corporate
+27 11 274 4056
www.bcdtravel.co.za
Aqua Tours and Transfers
+27 86 100 2782
www.aquatours.co.za
Basfour 2944 Pty Ltd T/A Hamba Nathi Travel
+27 51 447 4552
www.hambanathitravel.co.za
Bongmusa Holdings Pty Ltd
+27 31 462 3060
www.bongmusa.com
SAFARIS & TOURS Dragonfly Africa and green Route Africa SERVICES / VENUES Sheraton Pretoria Hotel STAND BUILDERS Scan Display TEAMBUILDING / CONFERENCE SERVICES ATKV - Klein - Kariba Holiday Resort TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS
TOUR OPERATOR
TOURING, TRANSPORT & TRAVEL AGENCY
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COMPANY
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TEL
WEBSITE
Duma Travel Pty Ltd
+27 86 011 1667
www.dumatravel.co.za
Exhibition Freighting G.S.M.
+27 21 552 7248
www.ef-gsm.co.za
Hatfield Travel Pty Ltd
+27 12 991 2845
www.hatfieldtravel.co.za
Ikapa Tours & Travel Pty Ltd
+27 21 506 2585
www.ikapa.co.za
Kgomomonareng Travel Pty Ltd Ta Kmm Travel
+27 11 483 1114
www.kmmtravel.co.za
Mary Reynolds Agency Services Pty Ltd
+27 11 812 6800
www.reynoldstravel.co.za
Pride of Africa
+267 680 0890
www.prideofafrica-safaris.com
Rennies Travel Incentives And Special Event Management Trading As Limex
+27 11 407 2520
www.renniestravel.com
Seekers Travel Management
+27 11 676 3451
www.seekers.co.za
Shuttledirect Shuttle Services
+27 12 997 5628
www.shuttledirect.co.za
SK Nineteen76 Travel and Conferences
+27 12 656 7986
www.1976travel.co.za
Springbok Atlas
+27 11 396 1053
www.springbokatlas.com
The Personal Touch
+27 11 786 8980
www.thepersonaltouch.co.za
+27 83 278 5770
www.cansaf.com
Travel with Flair Conferencing & Events
+27 12 424 3300
www.travelwithflair.co.za
Travkor Africa Pty Limited
+27 11 883 7803
www.travkortravel.com
Wings Travel Management
+27 12 423 7572
www.wings.travel
Xl Nexus Travel
+27 11 486 9000
www.nexustravel.co.za
Arusha International Conference Centre
+255 27 205 0181 / 5
www.thearushahotel.com
Cape Theme Park Pty LTD / Ratanga
+27 21 550 8539
www.ratanga.co.za
Cape Town International Convention Centre
+27 21 410 5000
www.cticc.co.za
Cape Town Theme Parks Pty LTD (Bridgeways @ Ratanga)
+27 21 250 0900
www.bridgeways.co.za
Champagne Sports Resort
+27 31 765 7100
www.champagnesportsresort.com
TOURING, TRANSPORT & TRAVEL AGENCY
TRAVEL AGENCIES Cansaf TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY
VENUES
DIRECTORY A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
Club Mykonos Langebaan Rental Services
+27 22 707 7891
www.clubmykonos.co.za
Coastlands Hotels and Resorts Coastlands on the Ridge Hotel
+27 31 335 5000
www.coastlands.co.za
CSIR
+27 12 841 3884
www.csiricc.co.za
Durban International Convention Centre
+27 31 360 1000
www.icc.co.za
Emfuleni Resorts Pty Ltd Ta Fish River Sun Hotel and Country
+27 40 676 1101
www.suninternational.com
Expo Centre Johannesburg
+27 11 494 1920
www.expocentre.co.za
Gallagher Convention Centre Ltd
+27 11 266 3316
www.gallagher.co.za
Hotel 224
+27 12 440 5281
www.hotel224.com
Inhouse Venue Technical Management
+27 86 123 7890
www.inhousevtm.co.za
J.N.I.C.C
+255 27 205 0181 / 5
www.thearushahotel.com
Kurland Hotel
+27 44 534 8082
www.kurland.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
www.magnetic.co.za
Manhattan Hotel Pty Ltd
+27 12 392 0000
www.manhattanhotel.co.za
MW Business Centre
+27 11 784 8880
www.businesscentre.co.za
Olive Convention Centre
+27 31 267 2414
www.oliveconventioncentre.co.za
Orion Hotels & Resorts
+27 11 718 6452
www.oriongroup.co.za
Peermont Global Pty Ltd
+27 31 262 6611
www.peermont.com
ProsperIS Technology Collaboration
+27 86 178 22 66
www.prosperis.com
Radisson Blu Hotel P.E
+27 41 509 5000
www.port.elizabeth.radisson.com
Sandton Convention Centre
+27 11 779 0000
www.saconvention.co.za
Sheraton Pretoria Hotel
+27 12 429 9999
www.sheratonpretoria.com
Stonehaven On Vaal Pty Ltd
+27 16 982 2951
www.stonehaven.co.za
The Forum Company
+27 21 794 2413
www.theforum.co.za
The Windmills Resort
+27 33 266 6965
www.thewindmills.co.za
Tshwane Events Centre
+27 12 327 1487
www.tshwane-events.co.za
Two Oceans Aquarium
+27 21 418 3823
www.aquarium.co.za
Wits Sports Admin Conference Venues
+27 11 717 9406
www.wits.ac.zasport
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ADVERTISERS A-Z COMPANY
TEL TELEPHONE EMAILEMAIL
WEBSITE WEBSITE
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ACCOMMODATION ATKV - Klein - Kariba Holiday Resort
+27 14 736 9800
kariba@atkv.org.za
www.atkvresorts.co.za
Bannister Hotel
+27 11 403 6888 / 7888
stay@bannisterhotel.co.za
www.bannisterhotel.co.za
Hotel Verde
+27 21 380 5500
maresa@hotelverde.com
www.hotelverde.com
Mogwase Bed & Breakfast
+27 82 770 6163
jlmolefe@icloud.com
www.mogwasegh.co.za
Sheraton Pretoria Hotel
+27 12 429 9999
glenda.retief@sheraton.com
www.sheratonpretoria.com
Congress Rental SA
+27 11 434 4722
info@congressrental.co.za
www.congressrental.co.za
42
Fancourt
+27 44 804 0000
reservations@fancourt.co.za
www.fancourt.co.za
38
Hilton Worldwide / Hilton Sandton
+27 11 322 1888
reservations.sandton@hilton.com
www3.hilton.com
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NH The Lord Charles Hotel
+27 21 855 1040
info@nh-hotels.co.za
www.nh-hotels.co.za
39
Premier Hotels & Resorts
+27 21 430 3400
capemanor@premierhotels.co.za
www.premierhotels.co.za
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Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton
+27 11 245 8000
info.johannesburg@radissonblu.com
www.radissonblu.com
77
The Maslow Hotel Sandton
+27 10 226 4600
maslow@suninternational.com
www.suninternational.com
41
+27 14 736 9800
kariba@atkv.org.za
www.atkvresorts.co.za
+27 11 805 7272
exsa@exsa.co.za
www.exsa.co.za
+27 11 216 3111
info@ledvision.co.za
www.ledvision.co.za
ACCOMMODATION & VENUE
ADVENTURE SPORTS ATKV - Klein - Kariba Holiday Resort ASSOCIATIONS EXSA AUDIOVISUAL SERVICES LEDVision (Pty) Ltd (Member of Gearhouse Group)
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www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
BLP Technologies
+27 12 643 1888
av@blptech.co.za
www.blptechnologies.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Magnetic Storm - Cape Town
+27 86 011 1625
andrew@magnetic-ct.co.za
www.magnetic-ct.co.za
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+0860 697 837
patrick@oysterking.co.za
www.oysterking.co.za
Atlantic Imbizo Conference
+27 21 419 4565
drew@atlanticimbizo.co.za
www.atlanticimbizo.co.za
Bannister Hotel
+27 11 403 6888 / 7888
stay@bannisterhotel.co.za
www.bannisterhotel.co.za
Bohle Conference & Language Services
+27 21 461 8479
info@bohleonline.com
www.bohleonline.com
Centeq Events
+27 21 948 9549
crystal@centeqevents.co.za
www.centeqevents.co.za
Gearhouse SA (Pty) Ltd
+27 11 216 3000
joburgo@gearhouse.co.za
www.gearhouse.co.za
Hotel Verde
+27 21 380 5500
maresa@hotelverde.com
www.hotelverde.com
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Mogwase Bed & Breakfast
+27 82 770 6163
jlmolefe@icloud.com
www.mogwasegh.co.za
Sheraton Pretoria Hotel
+27 12 429 9999
glenda.retief@sheraton.com
www.sheratonpretoria.com
+27 21 419 4565
drew@atlanticimbizo.co.za
www.atlanticimbizo.co.za
Joburg Tourism
+27 11 214 0700
info@joburgtourism.com
www.joburg.org.za
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SANCB
+27 11 895 3000
travel@southafrica.net
www.southafrica.net
IFC
Wesgro / Cape Town Convention Bureau
+27 21 487 8600
info@wesgro.co.za
www.wesgro.co.za
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CATERERS Oyster King CONFERENCE SERVICES
CONFERENCE VENUES Atlantic Imbizo Conference CONVENTION BUREAU
CORPORATE RETAIL, TOURISM, GIFTS & PROMOTIONS E'yako Green
+27 83 262 4068
info@eyako.co.za
www.eyakogreen.co.za
Corporate Conference Gifting
+27 11 892 5966
sales@corpcongifts.co.za
www.corpcongifts.co.za
karen@resourcedesign.co.za
www.resourcedesign.co.za
DECOR, DESIGN & SIGNAGE, SET DESIGN Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
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COMPANY
TEL
www.theevent.co.za
WEBSITE
DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY DMC South Africa
+27 82 893 4051
paul@eishevents.co.za
www.dmcsouthafrica.co.za
Dragonfly Africa and Green Route Africa
+27 11 219 5600
robin@dragonfly.co.za
www.dragonfly.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Oyster King
+086 069 7837
patrick@oysterking.co.za
www.oysterking.co.za
Speakers Inc.
+086 166 8488
bronwyn@speakersinc.co.za
www.speakersinc.co.za
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Call of The Wild Safaris
+26 3772 43 1041
siteinzim@gmail.com
www.callofthewildsafaris.com
Conference Link
+26 46 125 1014
info@conferencelink.com.na
www.conferencelink.com.na
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Motivation Africa
+27 83 702 1180
nick@motivation.com
www.motivationafrica.com
Velti Events & Hospitality
+27 87 151 4101
info@veltievents.com
www.veltievents.com
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
+27 11 792 1241
laurette@ssqexhibitions.co.za
www.ssqexhibitions.co.za
ENTERTAINMENT
EVENT COORDINATORS Magnetic Storm EVENT MANAGEMENT
EVENT ORGANIZERS Magnetic Storm EVENT STAGING EQUIPMENT SSQ Exhibitions
EVENT STAGING EQUIPMENT / STAND BUILDING Magnetic Storm - Cape Town
+27 86 011 1625
andrew@magnetic-ct.co.za
www.magnetic-ct.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
karen@resourcedesign.co.za
www.resourcedesign.co.za
+27 11 403 1833
sales@randlords.co.za
www.randlords.co.za
EVENT VENUE Randlords
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ADVERTISERS A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
Amazing Spaces
+27 21 761 3445
info@amazingspaces.co.za
www.amazingspaces.co.za
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
karen@resourcedesign.co.za
www.resourcedesign.co.za
+26 46 125 1014
info@conferencelink.com.na
www.conferencelink.com.na
Connecta-Floor
+27 860 (HIRE IT) 44 73 48
infojhb@connecta-floor.co.za
www.connecta-floor.co.za
Resource Design
+27 21 510 7776
karen@resourcedesign.co.za
www.resourcedesign.co.za
+ 27 76 644 0271
info@inspirefurniture.co.za
www.inspirefurniture.co.za
+27 86 011 1625
andrew@magnetic-ct.co.za
www.magnetic-ct.co.za
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Crystal Events & Incentives
+27 21 555 3617
tes@crystalevents.co.za
www.crystalevents.co.za
Dragonfly Africa and Green Route Africa
+27 11 219 5600
robin@dragonfly.co.za
www.dragonfly.co.za
Eish Events & Incentives
+27 82 893 4051
paul@eishevents.co.za
www.eishevents.co.za
Pride of Africa
+267 680 0890
christel@prideofafrica-safaris.com
www.prideofafrica-safaris.com
+27 21 426 2727
info@foliotranslations.com
www.folio-online.co.za
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EXHIBITION ORGANIZERS Conference Link EXHIBITION VENDORS 42
FURNITURE & EVENT DECOR RENTALS Inspire Furniture
OBC
GEAR SUPPLIERS Magnetic Storm - Cape Town HIRING / SUPPLIERS Magnetic Storm INCENTIVE TRAVEL OPERATORS
LANGUAGE SERVICE PROVIDERS Folio Translation Consultants
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COMPANY
www.theevent.co.za
TEL
WEBSITE
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In2Structures (Pty) Ltd (Member of Gearhouse Group)
+27 11 346 0641
linda@in2structures.co.za
www.in2structures.co.za
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
Magnetic Storm - Cape Town
+27 86 011 1625
andrew@magnetic-ct.co.za
www.magnetic-ct.co.za
+27 21 851 8844
marquees@downings.co.za
www.downings.co.za
43
Unique Speakers Bureau
+27 11 465 4410
paul@uniquespeakerbureau.com
uniquespeakerbureau.com
16
Speakers Inc.
+086 166 8488
bronwyn@speakersinc.co.za
www.speakersinc.co.za
+27 11 786 8980
anthony@thepersonaltouch.co.za
www.thepersonaltouch.co.za
African Agenda
+27 21 683 2934
admin@africanagenda.co.za
www.africanagenda.com
Conference Link
+26 46 125 1014
info@conferencelink.com.na
www.conferencelink.com.na
Dragonfly Africa and Green Route Africa
+27 11 219 5600
robin@dragonfly.co.za
www.dragonfly.co.za
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
+27 11 219 5600
robin@dragonfly.co.za
www.dragonfly.co.za
+27 12 429 9999
glenda.retief@sheraton.com
www.sheratonpretoria.com
+27 11 447 4777
justin@scandisplay.co.za
www.scandisplay.co.za
kariba@atkv.org.za
www.atkvresorts.co.za
LIGHTING, SOUND & STAGING
MARQUEE MANUFACTURING & RENTAL Ingwe Marquee Manufacturing & Rentals MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKING
ONBOARD CATERING The Personal Touch PCOS
RIGGING Magnetic Storm SAFARIS & TOURS Dragonfly Africa and green Route Africa SERVICES / VENUES Sheraton Pretoria Hotel STAND BUILDERS Scan Display
TEAMBUILDING / CONFERENCE SERVICES ATKV - Klein - Kariba Holiday Resort
+27 14 736 9800
IBC
ADVERTISERS A-Z
www.theevent.co.za
COMPANY
TEL
WEBSITE
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TOURING, TRANSPORT OR TRAVEL AGENCIES Pride of Africa
+267 680 0890
christel@prideofafrica-safaris.com
www.prideofafrica-safaris.com
The Personal Touch
+27 11 786 8980
anthony@thepersonaltouch.co.za
www.thepersonaltouch.co.za
+27 83 278 5770
jo@cansaf.com
www.cansaf.com
Arusha International Conference Centre
+255 27 205 0181 / 5
info@thearushahotel.com
www.thearushahotel.com
Cape Theme Park Pty LTD / Ratanga
+27 21 550 8539
info@ratanga.co.za
www.ratanga.co.za
Cape Town International Convention Centre
+21 410 5000
info@cticc.co.za
www.cticc.co.za
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Cape Town Theme Parks Pty LTD (Bridgeways @ Ratanga)
+27 21 250 0900
celeste@bridgeways.co.za
www.bridgeways.co.za
42
Champagne Sports Resort
+27 31 765 7100
conferences@champagnesportsresort.com
www.champagnesportsresort.com
36
CSIR
+27 12 841 3884
icc@csir.co.za
www.csiricc.co.za
37
Durban International Convention Centre
+27 31 360 1000
sales@icc.co.za
www.icc.co.za
22
Expo Centre Johannesburg
+27 11 494 1920
info@expocentre.co.za
www.expocentre.co.za
26
J.N.I.C.C
+255 27 205 0181 / 5
info@thearushahotel.com
www.thearushahotel.com
35
Kurland Hotel
+27 44 534 8082
info@kurland.co.za
www.kurland.co.za
28
Magnetic Storm
+27 41 393 4899
rose@magnetic.co.za
www.magnetic.co.za
MW Business Centre
+27 11 784 8880
chris@mwgroup.co.za
www.businesscentre.co.za
Sandton Convention Centre
+27 11 779 0000
scc.info@tsogosun.com
www.saconvention.co.za
Sheraton Pretoria Hotel
+27 12 429 9999
glenda.retief@sheraton.com
www.sheratonpretoria.com
Tshwane Events Centre
+27 12 327 1487
kathy@tshwabac.co.za
www.tshwane-events.co.za
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Two Oceans Aquarium
+27 21 418 3823
functions@aquarium.co.za
www.aquarium.co.za
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