Vesna Rakić named CEO of Seychelles Tourism Board

The Office of the President of Seychelles has announced the appointment of Vesna Rakić as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Tourism Board, effective 15 May 2026. Ms. […]
Sierra Leone’s One Nation Reggae Festival and the Making of a Cultural Bridge to the Caribbean

There are moments when music moves beyond entertainment and begins to carry history, memory, and identity in the same breath. In Sierra Leone, that shift is now being tested through […]
Botswana Appoints Abigail Lillian Khumoyame as Permanent Secretary for Environment and Tourism

The Government of Botswana has appointed Ms. Abigail Lillian Khumoyame as the new Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, marking a significant leadership transition for one of […]
Mozambique makes IMEX Frankfurt debut as national MICE strategy nears approval

Discovered on the Indian Ocean, Mozambique is an emerging and accessible destination for business events, offering modern hotels, quality conference venues and a growing professional support services industry. From the vibrant capital […]
Africa in Motion panel reframes continent’s MICE ambition at IMEX Frankfurt 2026

Africa’s place in the global meetings and events economy was forcefully reasserted on the opening days of IMEX Frankfurt 2026, as senior destination leaders and industry strategists used the “Africa […]
IMEX Frankfurt 2026: Eden Bleu Hotel reinforces Seychelles’ appeal for Meetings and Incentive Travel

As IMEX Frankfurt opened its doors on day one, Seychelles was among destinations using the global platform to reinforce a broader business events narrative beyond leisure. Speaking on the show […]
Ghana Tourism enters digital shift as GTIS goes live in Accra

Ghana has launched a new digital system designed to manage tourism registration, licensing, inspection, levy payments, and public verification of tourism facilities under one platform, the Ghana Tourism Information System […]
IMEX Frankfurt 2026: South Africa Strengthens Africa’s Business Events Leadership

South Africa arrives at IMEX Frankfurt 2026, taking place from 19–21 May, with continued momentum as the continent’s leading business events destination following its number one ranking in Africa in […]
ICCA Releases GlobeWatch: Business Analytics – Country & City Rankings 2025

ICCA has released ICCA GlobeWatch: Business Analytics – Country & City Rankings 2025, the latest edition of its flagship research publication and the definitive global reference for international association meetings. […]