African Exhibition News
WTM Africa 2027 Buyer Applications Are Open
Buyer registration for WTM Africa 2027 is officially open. Taking place from 7–9 April 2027 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), Africa’s premier B2B travel and tourism exhibition is calling on outbound travel buyers, travel technology professionals and decision-makers to claim their spot. The 2027 edition is shaping up to be the most […]
FAME Shorts Film Festival Announces 2026 Award Nominees
Cape Town, South Africa – September 2026 – The FAME Shorts Film Festival has announced the nominees for its 2026 Awards, celebrating outstanding achievement across 17 categories and recognising the filmmakers, performers and creative teams behind this year’s festival programme. The FAME Shorts Film Festival Awards will take place on 30 October 2026, ahead of […]
CEM Africa 2026 closes on a high with a strong community response.
970 attendees across three days, 260 + companies representing 20 countries, came together in Cape Town for practical insight, technology, networking and conversations shaping the future of customer experience in Africa. Cape Town, South Africa, August 2026: CEM Africa 2026 concluded at the Century City Conference Centre following three days of strong engagement across Africa’s […]
France Takes Centre Stage at FAME Week Africa 2026
From French buyers, distributors and producers to co-production opportunities, creative entrepreneurship and cinema, France’s Destination Focus comes to life in Cape Town this October This October, France takes centre stage at FAME Week Africa as the 2026 Destination Focus, bringing French and African creatives, producers, buyers, distributors, entrepreneurs and cultural organisations together to create new […]
RX Africa and Messe Muenchen India join forces to strengthen business platforms in Africa
Strategic collaboration combines international trade-fair expertise with deep regional market knowledge, bringing analytica Lab Africa, IFAT Africa and Africa Automation Technology Fair together in 2027 Messe Muenchen India has announced a strategic partnership with RX Africa to strengthen the scale, reach and market impact of its premier co-located trade fairs, analytica Lab Africa and IFAT […]
MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ company, and FAME Week Africa Launch Exclusive Unscripted Call for Projects for African Producers
MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ company, in partnership with FAME Week Africa, has announced an exclusive Unscripted Call for Projects for MIP Africa 2026, giving producers the opportunity to pitch bold, premium unscripted formats directly to MultiChoice Group. The call is looking for original Entertainment and Reality concepts for premium channels, with an immediate hook, […]
FAME Week Africa & Pressure Cooker Studios Launch Songwriting Camp
FAME Week Africa and Pressure Cooker Studios Launch Songwriting Camp Connecting African Music Makers with the Content Industry FAME Week Africa and Pressure Cooker Studios are joining forces to launch the FAME Week Africa × Pressure Cooker Studios Songwriting Camp 2026, a three-day creative initiative designed to connect African music makers directly with filmmakers, […]
Meet the Member: RX Africa
Building businesses, connecting communities and creating platforms where people, ideas and opportunities meet. For almost three decades, RX Africa has been creating platforms that bring businesses, industries and communities together across South Africa and beyond. The South African legal entity behind RX Africa was established in 1997, with the business becoming part of Reed Exhibitions […]
Meet the Member: Montgomery Group Africa
Five generations. More than five decades in Africa. And a belief that exhibitions create meaningful connections between people and business. Montgomery Group Africa has a long and distinctive history in the exhibition industry. Established in 1968, the business staged its first exhibition, Interbou, a building and construction trade show, building on the heritage of the […]
Expo Guys – Still pushing the boundaries
EXPOGUYS – STILL PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES It’s been another big year at ExpoGuys. Sixteen years in, we’re still growing, still learning and, probably most importantly, still finding new ways to keep ourselves busy! What started as an exhibition stand company has developed into something much broader. We’re now involved in everything from major exhibitions and […]
Comic Con Africa with Capitec Brings International Talent to Johannesburg. Meet Your Heroes!
Comic Con Africa with Capitec brings both local and international celebrities to the Johannesburg Highveld. The con takes place from Thursday 24 to Sunday 27 September (the Heritage Day long weekend) from 9am to 6pm daily. Here is a recap of all the epic actors and voice actors from the best games, films, and series shows […]
Delivering the Infrastructure Behind Southern Africa’s Biggest Conversations
The successful delivery of the 46th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit in Durban marked the culmination of an extensive programme of regional engagements that brought together leaders, policymakers, business representatives and development partners from across Southern Africa. Working in partnership with the Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC), GL events South Africa served […]
FESTIVAL OF EVENTING CONFIRMS 2027 DATES AND WELCOMES LYNDON BARENDS TO ITS LEADERSHIP TEAM
Africa’s event execution community has a new date in the diary: 17–18 March 2027 at The Canvas Riversands The Festival of Eventing is officially gearing up for its next chapter. Following the success of its inaugural edition, the Festival of Eventing will return on 17 and 18 March 2027, taking place at The Canvas […]
Propak Cape showcases the sustainability benefits of plastics packaging
The South African plastics recycling industry continues to make strides in creating a circular economy for plastics. Recent statistics from Plastics SA revealed that plastics recycling increased by 3% in 2025 to 485-thousand tons, across the packaging, building, construction, agriculture, mining, automotive and consumer goods sectors. While the use of virgin polymer decreased by […]
Propak West Africa Returns with Global Innovation, Practical Solutions and Industry Expertise
As manufacturers across West Africa respond to growing demand for greater productivity, efficiency and sustainability, access to the latest technologies, expert knowledge and trusted industry partners has never been more important. Opening soon at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, from 8-10 September, Propak West Africa will once again bring together local and international […]
MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ Company, Announced as Super Sponsor of FAME Week Africa 2026
Partnership creates new commissioning opportunities for African producers and strengthens pathways for African stories to reach wider audiences Cape Town, South Africa, 17 August 2026 – FAME Week Africa has announced MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ company, as the Super Sponsor of FAME Week Africa 2026, strengthening a shared commitment to African storytelling, creative talent […]
WTM Africa 2027 to Focus on Skills Advancement for Women in Tourism Programme
In honour of Women’s Month, WTM Africa is announcing early updates to its Women in Tourism (WiT) programme, running alongside WTM Africa 2027, from 7–9 April 2027 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). The initiative will centre on strategic skills development, supporting women across the tourism sector to build the confidence, knowledge […]
Comic Con Africa A Brief Lowdown
Comic Con Africa with Capitec is the continent’s ultimate pop culture and gaming festival, returning in 2026 from 24 to 27 September for its 7th edition at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec. Over four fun-packed days, 70,000 con-goers converge at the festival to celebrate and enjoy all their favourite pop culture fandoms, including cosplay, […]
Burger King® Is Bringing Something Epic to Comic Con Africa 2026
Burger King® is gearing up for its biggest presence yet at Comic Con Africa, and the energy is already building. As one of the official sponsors of this year’s event, taking place from 24 to 27 September 2026 in Johannesburg, Burger King® is preparing an experience built to give fans plenty to look forward […]
Eastern Cape Opens Film Pitching Call
Eastern Cape Development Corporation and FAME Week Africa Launch Film and Television Pitching Opportunity for Producers Are you a film or television producer with a compelling story that could showcase the Eastern Cape on screen? FAME Week Africa, the continent’s leading B2B market for film, television and digital content, has partnered with the Eastern […]
Beyond Geekdom At Comic Con Africa
Comic Con Africa with Capitec returns to the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, in September 2026. The show runs from Thursday 24 September through Sunday 27 September from 9am to 6pm daily. It turns out you don’t have to be a geek to love Comic Con Africa’s content. You could be an art collector or […]
Scan Display turns 30!
Last month, South African exhibition and events specialist, Scan Display, celebrated its 30th anniversary with events at its Johannesburg and Cape Town branches. Team members gathered to commemorate the milestone, reflect on the company’s journey and recognise the people who have contributed to its success over the past three decades. Celebration of team members […]
FAME Week Africa Announces Finalists for the 2026 Inclusive Lens Awards
African stories of disability, LGBTQIA+ identity and diversity in children’s programming take centre stage as the Inclusive Lens Awards return to Cape Town FAME Week Africa has announced the finalists for the 2026 Inclusive Lens Awards, celebrating film and television productions that are helping reshape representation on African screens. Taking place on 29 October […]
Smarter Technologies Drive the Next Phase of Industrial Growth
South African mining, manufacturing and industrial businesses are under increasing pressure to improve productivity, strengthen safety, reduce operating costs and remain globally competitive. At the same time, rapid advances in digital technologies are reshaping the way organisations design, manage and optimise their operations, with the focus increasingly shifting from exploring new technologies to implementing […]
CEM Africa 2026 Welcomes Three Influential Global Speakers
CEM Africa, Africa’s leading customer experience conference, has announced three internationally respected speakers who will take to the stage at CEM Africa 2026, taking place from 18 – 20 August 2026 in Cape Town. Bringing together senior leaders from customer experience, marketing, digital transformation, retail, customer service and business strategy, CEM Africa continues to attract […]
Propak West Africa conference to deliver practical insights for West Africa’s production and packaging professionals
The packaging industry across West Africa continues to evolve, driven by expanding consumer markets, rising demand for more efficient and sustainable packaging solutions, and advances in automation and digital technologies. As manufacturers respond to these changing market dynamics, improving productivity, efficiency and competitiveness has become an increasing priority. In this rapidly changing environment, informed decision-making […]
Converge Africa 2026 brings Africa’s digital commerce ecosystem together in Cape Town
Converge Africa 2026 returned to the CTICC in Cape Town and delivered three packed days of practical, outcomes led conversations about how Africa buys, sells and transacts in a world that is moving fast. The event brought the full digital commerce ecosystem into one place, from payments and fintech to retail and eCommerce, logistics and […]
New Automation Innovations on Show at Electra Mining Africa 2026
New emerging innovations are transforming the South African mining, manufacturing, industrial and automation sectors and driving the deployment of advanced technological solutions across operations. Innovations such as mechanisation, automation and digitisation are improving safety and productivity on mines, production facilities, industrial plants and warehouses. However, to deliver real value, these technologies must be cost-effective and […]
Top 15 ‘China Ready’ destinations revealed as continent eyes the world’s biggest outbound market during WTM Africa 2026
Cape Town, 28 April 2026 – 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 2026 African rankings at World Travel Market Africa in […]
Propak Cape 2026 supports strong packaging industry growth
The South African packaging industry continues to outperform the country’s GDP growth rate, driven by a number of sustained market forces. Population growth, urbanisation and rising income levels are fuelling demand for consumer goods and, in turn, packaging solutions. The rapid expansion of e-commerce, alongside growth in the beauty, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage sectors, […]
Women In MICE
IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE ✨ Recognising the remarkable women shaping the future of meetings, events and business travel. THEME 2026: TIMELESS INFLUENCE NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! Link Below: Women in MICE
Intent HQ confirmed as Diamond Sponsor; Absa Bank as Platinum Sponsor & BEES joins as Gold Sponsor for Converge Africa 2026
Cape Town, South Africa, 2 February 2026 Africa’s digital commerce economy is growing fast, but not without friction. Fragmented retail, inconsistent data, complex payments, rising fraud risk and disconnected customer journeys continue to slow down scale for retailers, brands and marketplaces across the continent. Converge Africa 2026 will place these challenges at the centre of […]
Registrations Now Open for WTM Africa 2026 – Enjoy Free Access Until 13 March
The countdown to World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2026 has officially begun with the opening of trade visitor registration. Taking place in the host city of Cape Town at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 14–16 April 2026, WTM Africa remains the premier B2B exhibition for inbound and outbound African travel and tourism […]
South African Tourism (SA Tourism) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Corne Koch as its new Chief Convention Bureau Officer
As South Africa takes on IBTM World 2025 to showcase its business events capability at Fira Barcelona Gran Via in Spain, South African Tourism (SA Tourism) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Corne Koch as its new Chief Convention Bureau Officer, who will head the South African National Convention Bureau (SANCB) business […]
South Africa Now Prepares for Meetings Africa 2026 Trade Show, Highlighting Its Growing Role in Business Tourism
14 November 2025 – SA Tourism initially permitted exhibitor bookings for the 2026 version of the Meetings Africa trade shows, underlining the evolution of the country’s growing business events industry. From February 23 – 25, 2026, Africa’s largest trade Exhibition at the Sandton Convention Centre will host industry leaders, event organizers, and exhibitors of varying […]
NextGen is the Next Big Thing
South Africa’s events industry is firmly focused on the next generation – and the country’s untapped potential. Johannesburg, 6 October 2025 – South Africa’s tourism and hospitality skills gap has become impossible to ignore, with the crisis now dominating industry conversations from Cape Town conference halls to Johannesburg boardrooms. With youth unemployment at 45.5% (despite […]
Tourism Educators South Africa
Dear Tourism & Hospitality Colleagues and Friends, 🎉As part of our World Tourism Day celebrations, it is our pleasure to remind you about Tourism Educators South Africa (TESA), a registered non-profit organisation (Enterprise Number: 2025/293319/08). TESA’s vision is to be recognised as the voice of quality higher education in tourism and to contribute meaningfully to […]
AEW 2025 Pre-Conference to Set the Stage for Africa’s Biggest Energy Event
The African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference will kick-off with a dynamic pre-conference day, designed to set the tone for a week of dealmaking, dialogue and collaboration. Taking place on September 29 ahead of the main conference program – which is scheduled for September 30 to October 3 – the pre-conference program […]
Host Cities Confirmed for Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba
Following a rigorous and competitive procurement process led by South African Tourism, Johannesburg and Durban have officially been confirmed as the host cities for Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba respectively for the next five years commencing 2026. The process saw several cities and provinces across the country submit compelling bids to host the flagship […]
Specialised Exhibitions Transitions to New Name: Montgomery Group Africa
As part of a strategic move to streamline operations, strengthen regional alignment, and support long-term growth, Specialised Exhibitions has transitioned to a new name: Montgomery Group Africa. This name change reflects the consolidation of Montgomery Group’s regional divisions across Africa under one unified management structure — creating a more agile, efficient, and future-focused organisation. While […]