
Africa MICE Summit 2026 adopts Mombasa Declaration to drive industry growth across Africa
The Africa MICE ecosystem has adopted the Mombasa MICE Declaration 2026, an industry framework setting out six strategic pillars for advancing the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry across

Botswana Travel & Tourism Expo 2026 to bring global travel trade to Kasane
Botswana is set to host the 2026 edition of the Botswana Travel & Tourism Expo (BTTE) from November 23–27 in the tourism town of Kasane, bringing together local tourism businesses

Major Business Travel Destinations expand presence at IBTM World 2026
Multiple major business travel destinations are set to increase their presence at IBTM World this year, including VisitScotland, which is increasing its stand size by 162%. Demonstrating the strong value exhibitors place

Beyond the Beaches: How Eden Bleu is helping position Seychelles as Africa’s emerging MICE destination
For decades, Seychelles has occupied an enviable place on the global tourism map. Crystal-clear waters, powder-white beaches, granite boulders and secluded luxury resorts have made the Indian Ocean archipelago synonymous

Register Now: 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

Sunday Times Bestselling Author Dr Eliza Filby to open IBTM World with keynote
Historian of the present, Sunday Times best-selling author and internationally recognised speaker Dr Eliza Filby will take to the stage at IBTM World this November, bringing her distinctive perspective on the social,

ICCA and AMC Institute bring Association Management and Global Meetings Leaders together in Panama
ICCA and AMC Institute (AMCI) are strengthening their collaboration through AMCI leadership’s participation in the 65th ICCA Congress, taking place in Panama City, Panama, from 8-11 November 2026. Ahead of

IMEX America education program spotlights the skills event professionals need now
As event professionals navigate the impact of AI, rising participant expectations and changing workforce needs, the IMEX America education program is now live online, offering practical insights from global industry leaders at

From Aspirations to Action: Moving Africa’s MICE share beyond 2%
Imagine taking a flight to a destination, not for a vacation, but for a business event. Upon arrival, you meet people from different destinations, industries and cultures. In one room,