The annual Africa’s Travel Indaba, a prominent tourism marketing event in Africa, is happening on May 10 and 11, 2023, in Durban, KwaZuluNatal. The event brings together international buyers and media to showcase the best tourism products in Southern Africa.
The Africa’s Travel Indaba, held on May 10th, 2023, in Durban, provided an exceptional platform for stakeholders in the tourism industry to collaborate and establish meaningful connections. The Deputy Minister of Tourism, Mr. Fish Mahlalela, addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of networking and addressing skills shortages in the hospitality and tourism services sector.
The Human Settlements Department, led by Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi and Deputy Minister Pam Tshwete, will present their key priorities and performance highlights for the 2023/2024 Budget Vote on May 10th, 2023. This event is crucial following recent policy changes, such as the Emergency Housing Programme, which aims to improve the department’s ability to respond effectively and promptly to disasters, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for South African citizens.
On May 14th, 2023, the Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10K will be held in celebration of Mother’s Day and the eighth edition of the event. The race is set to showcase the beauty of Cape Town and its people, with local elite athletes competing against some of the world’s best on home turf. Not only is the race a thrilling competition, but it also offers an opportunity to unite the local and international running community and support the city’s economic growth.
The recently concluded #AnimateCT Challenge has gained immense popularity among South Africa’s creative community and animation enthusiasts. The festival marked the firstever street animation competition in South Africa, centered around the theme of “Unexpected”. Thirtythree animators from across the nation submitted videos set in ten chosen hotspots around Cape Town, such as Radisson RED, Sea Point Pavilion, and Camps Bay Tidal Pool.
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with Veld & Sea’s foraging workshops. These workshops offer a transformative experience that connects participants with nature, community, and their inner wildling spirit. Embark on an extraordinary adventure with Veld & Sea’s foraging workshops. These workshops offer a transformative experience that connects participants with nature, community, and their inner wildling spirit.
Ayanda Majozi, a Table Mountain National Park ranger, is embarking on a nineday journey to participate in the Cableway Charity Challenge. The event is a unique fundraising initiative aimed at supporting vulnerable women and children in Cape Town. It will conclude on May 14, 2023, and has attracted the attention of casual and seasoned athletes eager to make a difference.
Pop music enthusiasts, get ready for a treat! Westlife, an iconic boyband that has captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide and left an indelible mark on pop history, is heading to South Africa in 2023 for their Wild Dreams Tour. This comprehensive preview will give an overview of what to expect from this highly anticipated event.
The Africa’s Travel Indaba 2023 conference was recently held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre in Durban, South Africa. The event brought together tourism industry leaders, government officials, and business owners from across the continent to discuss the future of African tourism. One of the key speakers, Patricia de Lille, the Minister of Tourism for South Africa, emphasized the importance of collaboration and innovation in driving the growth and success of the tourism sector.
The PlantPowered Show 2023 is an upcoming event that offers a unique experience for all food enthusiasts, healthconscious individuals, environmental advocates, and anyone interested in exploring a more conscious lifestyle. The event will take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 26 May to 28 May.
The Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (BPYO) is an internationally renowned orchestra of young musicians between the ages of 12 and 21. Praised for their emotional expressiveness and technical skill, the BPYO has been making waves in the classical music world. Their debut recording of Mahler’s “Symphony No. 6” was listed as one of the top 10 classical releases of 2017 by the Chicago Tribune.
The 13th edition of the Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA) is currently captivating theatregoers at the Star Theatre in Cape Town’s historical District Six Homecoming Centre from 8 May to 27 May. This year’s festival, with the theme “Unplugged and Illuminated in 2023!” features 38 groups of young South African performers showcasing their talent by performing Bard’s works over 17 days.
The 5th Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance is set to take place on May 9th, 2023, in Cape Town, South Africa. The event is a joint effort between the South African Government and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and will mark the 10th anniversary of the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (Biofin). The conference aims to bring together representatives from member countries, government officials, private sector stakeholders, experts, and academics to explore opportunities for biodiversity finance solutions and investments in Biofin countries and regions.
South African middleweight fighter Dricus Du Plessis has high hopes of becoming the future African champion of UFC. With a professional record of 192 and having won all five of his UFC fights, he is currently ranked #6 in the UFC middleweight rankings. Although some fans and experts have questioned whether he deserves a title shot after beating two pastprimed fighters in Derek Brunson and Darren Till, Du Plessis believes he is ready.
The 5th Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance, organized by the South African government and the United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN), is scheduled to take place on May 9, 2023, in Cape Town, South Africa. The event will provide an opportunity for government representatives, private sector members, experts, and academics to share experiences and engage in technical discussions on biodiversity finance solutions and investments in BIOFIN countries and regions.
The City of Cape Town and the Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP) are set to host the 2023 Bellville Business Expo on Thursday, 8 June 2023, at the Bellville Park Campus at the University of Stellenbosch Business School. The expo is aimed at promoting economic growth in the Bellville business community.
