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SA’s travel and tourism sector set to support more jobs than ever

New data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed South Africa’s travel and tourism sector is projected to reach a major milestone this year, set to support more jobs than ever before, but wider data points to a sector still in recovery mode. According to WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research (EIR), in 2025 Travel & Tourism is forecast to support 1.9 million jobs, surpassing 2019 levels and marking an all-time high, underlining its role as a key employer and major source of opportunity, with the sector accounting...

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Catalyzing Economic Growth Through Business Events: Niche Partners Concludes MICE Fellowship Program

On 29 May 2025, Niche Partners concluded its flagship MICE Research & Business Development Fellowship with a powerful virtual finale, marking the culmination of a three-month journey to equip emerging professionals across Africa with the research, strategy, and business development skills needed to grow the continent’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) sector. The program forms part of Niche Partners’ broader mission to unlock Africa’s potential through data-driven capacity building and ecosystem development.  The...

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EIC and JMIC collaborate to advance business events industry

The Events Industry Council (EIC) and the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) announced a new collaboration last week to align efforts in three critical areas: advocacy, research, and advancing sustainability and ESG efforts, ensuring maximum impact within the global events sector and its workforce. The two organisations will advocate collectively on behalf of the business events industry, including work on the next global Economic Significance of Business Events Study, which is developed in partnership with Oxford Economics. This...

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Global Connections in Just 60 Minutes: The Fine Collection’s Virtual Workshop Brings the Travel Trade Together

In an industry built on connection, The Fine Collection’s 60 Minute Virtual Workshop proves that one hour is all it takes to open doors to new business. theplannerguru had the opportunity to attend the May 2025 edition of this dynamic monthly session, which continues to position itself as a must-attend event for travel trade professionals and accommodation providers alike. Hosted online and open to a global audience, the 60 Minute Virtual Workshop is designed to create a direct link between accommodation providers—hotels, guest houses, and...
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Meetings

Meetings magazine represents the MICE and business tourism sectors, featuring the latest news, industry opinions, special reports, trends and how-to’s. It is published every second month.

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The Meetings and Event Planner

The Meetings & Event Planner annual publication is an essential resource for event planners, cataloguing the industry's leading venues and suppliers in a way that makes it easy to find the perfect solution for your next event.

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The Incentive Planner

This special focus annual publication provides original content specific to its niche market, including expert interviews, best practice tips and case studies, as well as the latest research findings, industry trends and trending destinations.

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Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

THE CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE (CTICC) is Africa’s leading MICE destination, providing world-class facilities for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions, while serving as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and solutions. Located in Cape Town’s Foreshore precinct, the CTICC is a landmark venue in a globally acclaimed city. Known for sustainability and excellence, it holds a five-star tourism rating and prestigious industry awards, making it a preferred choice for event organisers. With versatile facilities, it continues to host impactful events on a global scale.

Supplier of the Month

Elevate Your Event: Branded Hospitality That Works!

Whether exhibiting at a show, putting on a staff wellness day, or a thank-you event for your team, suppliers or distributors, think of the impression you leave on guests and visitors. A simple coffee bar will usually ‘do the job’, but you can achieve so much more with the right combination of service, branding and imagination.

Barmotion believes in turning simple interactions into memorable, branded, experiences. After all, a little visitor delight goes a long way towards creating a positive impact and associations with your brand.

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