
Ghana launches e-visa platform, scraps visa fees for African travellers
Ghana has officially launched its first electronic visa (e-Visa) system, marking a major shift in the country’s travel and immigration regime as the government moves to position the West African

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

“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

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.

IMEX Frankfurt opens at record scale
IMEX Frankfurt 2026 opens its doors today with the biggest show yet in terms of exhibitor floor space, marking an impressive display of confidence, growth and investment across the global

Marriott Bonvoy partners with Ethiopian Airlines to elevate Member benefits
Marriott Bonvoy®, Marriott International’s award-winning travel programme and Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline and a Star Alliance member, today announced a partnership that gives travellers more opportunities to earn and