South Africa’s business events sector poised for strategic growth, says SANCB’s Corné Koch
South Africa’s business events industry is entering a phase of strategic expansion, with a renewed focus on regional inclusion, sustainability, targeted international bidding and stronger partnerships across the tourism value
ICCA Showcases Data, Technologyand Strategic Intelligence at IMEX Frankfurt
ICCA has concluded its presence at IMEX Frankfurt, highlighting ongoing work in research, technology and collaboration to support the global business events community. Throughout the week, ICCA engaged with members
Design Matters in action at IMEX Frankfurt
Design Matters, IMEX’s Talking Point for 2026/27, is shining through at IMEX Frankfurt this week. The show’s booths, activations and expansive education program all highlight the many ways in which
Angola Convention Bureau makes International debut
The newly established Angola Convention Bureau positions the country on the global stage as “The Meeting Room in Africa”—an emerging meetings and events destination with strong growth potential and dynamic
“This is the moment to act.” Business events reframed as strategic engine for destination economies
The IMEX Place Leaders Forum, which took place at the Marriott Frankfurt Hotel ahead of the official opening of IMEX on May 19, called on convention bureaus, city leaders and
Cvent Announces Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels in the Middle East & Africa for 2026
The annual rankings highlight hotels that have gone above and beyond in securing MICE business, and the destinations that are driving economic growth through a strategic focus on meetings and
IMEX Frankfurt 2026: Final day confirms industry growth and global demand
Against a backdrop of an industry now valued at $1.8 trillion in GDP*, the 2026 edition of IMEX Frankfurt closed today confirming its biggest show floor to date combined with
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