With just two weeks to go before the start of the event, WTM Africa 2026 is calling on travel and tourism professionals across the continent and beyond to secure their place at this year’s show. Three days...
St Helena Government is pleased to learn that Jonathan, the world’s oldest known land animal and a much-loved resident of the island, has been officially recognised as a Guinness World Records (GWR) ICON. The...
As trade show season gets underway in South Africa, traditional shows have come under fire for being antiquated, expensive and out of touch with the realities of a digital-first world. Critics argue that in an...
When discussions turn to Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the conversation almost always lands on the same subject: funding. Access to finance is a persistent problem but treating it as the...
ILTM Africa 2026 makes its anticipated return to the Norval Foundation in the Host City of Cape Town from 10–12 April, delivering its largest post-Covid edition to date. Uniting influential luxury suppliers...
The China Ready® Workshop will return to WTM Africa 2027, offering African tourism stakeholders the opportunity to gain the practical knowledge and market intelligence needed to tap into one of the world’s largest...
RX Africa’s Megan De Jager has been named Mentor of the Year at the 2026 Women in MICE Awards. Her win comes at a critical time for South Africa’s business events sector. With upcoming international conferences expected...
When discussions turn to Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the conversation almost always lands on the same subject: funding. Access to finance is a persistent problem but treating it as the defining...
6,000 bottles donated to fund GPS collars protecting Kruger Carnivores Lion Collaring Program in partnership with the SANParks Honorary Rangers and the Endangered Wildlife Trust As Kruger National Park marks 100 years...
St Helena Government is pleased to learn that Jonathan, the world’s oldest known land animal and a much-loved resident of the island, has been officially recognised as a Guinness World Records (GWR) ICON. The...
The morning after the China Ready Index® (Africa Rankings) session drew an impressive crowd at WTM Africa 2026, the momentum continued. On 15 April, the China Ready Workshop by CBISN made its South African debut – a...
African tourism destinations have been ranked on their readiness to attract Chinese visitors. The China Ready Index® – a global benchmarking system by CBISN that scores destinations across six key pillars – released its...
The WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards 2026 were presented today at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, recognising 22 organisations across 13 countries who are delivering measurable impact for people...
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