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Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba Trade Shows to return in 2022
18 November 2021
After the cancellation of two signature global trade shows due to the COVID-19 pandemic, South African Tourism is excited to once again host both Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba.
COVID-19 update: SA Tourism position on global tourism events, association meetings and conferences in South Africa and around the world
4 March 2020
South African Tourism (SAT) currently has no plans to postpone or cancel Africa’s Travel INDABA 2020, scheduled to take place from 12 – 14 May 2020.
Address by president Cyril Ramaphosa at the Africa Travel Indaba
4 May 2019
On behalf of the government and the people of South Africa, I thank you for coming to our beautiful country and to the city of Durban.
Presidential address at Africa's Travel Indaba - 4 May 2019
4 May 2019
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Saturday, 04 May 2019, address the annual Africa Travel Indaba at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban,KwaZulu-Natal.
Minister opens Indaba, optimistic about the future of Africa’s tourism
4 May 2019
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA – Thursday, 2nd April, 2019: When South Africa’s Minister of Tourism, Derek Hanekom, opened Africa’s Travel Indaba 2019, he asked the audience if the continent was ready to invite 21 million international tourists by 2030.
Africa's Travel Indaba Shows Heart
1 May 2019
In the wake of the massive storm which swept through KwaZulu-Natal and the cyclone that has devastated areas in neighboring countries, hosts of Africa’s Travel Indaba, South African Tourism, is calling on the industry to open their pockets for a good cause.
Florida Road goes above and beyond in partnership with Africa's Travel Indaba
29 April 2019
With the continent's largest travel trade show, Africa's Travel Indaba, kicking off from 2-4 May 2019 in Durban, it's no surprise that the city's trendiest lifestyle hotspot is joining the party.
South Africa proves to the world that responsible tourism does work
18 April 2019
There were over 1.4 billion tourist arrivals in the world in 2018, with that number expected to rise as travel accessibility continues to open up.
Investing in tech can ensure survival
18 April 2019
When Tourvest first exhibited at Africa's Travel Indaba in 1988, there were just 27 exhibitors and 40 buyers.
Africa's Travel Indaba teams up with local street art talent in Durban!
17 April 2019
From the hieroglyphics in Egypt to the cave paintings in Maropeng, art has always been a vehicle for documenting history and telling our stories.
Africans have the power to rehaul Africa’s story
4 April 2019
In a bid to boost tourism in Africa, it is time that we change our narrative from a continent that needs saving to one that is thriving.
Green stand awards come to Africa's Travel Indaba
15 February 2019
For the first time Africa's Travel Indaba will introduce the Green Stand Awards to recognise exhibitors who go that extra "green" mile to build and design stands that are environmentally and socially sustainable.
Africa's Travel Indaba Postponement FAQs
15 February 2019
On 7th February, President Cyril Ramaphosa, announced in his state of the nation address that the national election will take place on 08 May 2019. This would have coincided with Indaba.
The 2019 Africa's Travel Indaba will take place from 02-04 May 2019 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban
13 February 2019
This means that Indaba has been brought forward by four days.
South African Tourism will reschedule this year's Africa's Travel Indaba
7 February 2019
This follows this evening's State of the Nation address by President Cyril Ramaphosa, who confirmed that 08 May 2019 will be the date for the national elections.
It's time…exhibitor registration open for next year's Africa's Travel Indaba
27 July 2018
Exhibitor registrations for the African continent's largest tourism trade show, Africa's Travel Indaba, are open for 2019 and now is a good time to get ahead and secure your spot.
Responsible tourism enabling the new normal
14 May 2018
Responsible tourism is a growing trend. People enjoy traveling and want to leave the area they visit in a better position along with being respectful to the people and the environment.
Thumbs Up for Africa’s Travel Indaba
14 May 2018
The significance of tourism to Africa and its economy was once again cemented at this year’s Africa’s Travel Indaba with delegates from 80 countries in attendance.
Africa: open for business, offering a world of opportunity
9 May 2018
Tourism growth, and sharing the benefits of tourism, contribute to replacing poverty and despair with prosperity and hope.
Welcome address by Tourism Minister Derek Hanekom at Africa’s Travel Indaba
8 May 2018
“I am so honoured to welcome you to Africa’s Travel Indaba. Africa is indeed open for business, and offers a world of opportunity,” said the National Minister of Tourism, Derek Hanekom, at the opening of Africa’s Travel Indaba 2018.
“This is going to be the greatest Indaba!”
8 May 2018
“This is going to be the greatest Indaba of all time, and it is all because of you,” said the National Minister of Tourism, Derek Hanekom, at the opening of Africa’s Travel Indaba 2018.
South African Tourism stands out at Africa's Travel Indaba
8 May 2018
The South African Tourism stand is certainly catching the eye of delegates at Africa’s Travel Indaba with it’s unique and engaging design.
African ministers meet to discuss integrated regional tourism
7 May 2018
Tourism Ministers from several African Countries have called for greater regional cooperation to ensure growth in tourism across the continent.
Africa’s Travel Indaba gets a taste of Madiba Magic
7 May 2018
In celebration of African art, song and memory, renowned South African playwright and artistic director of the Market Theatre, James Ngcobo, has produced a stellar showcase of the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela in celebration of the former statesman’s 100
th
birthday.
Telling our own stories
7 May 2018
This year's Africa’s Travel Indaba BONDay sessions highlighted that while Africa needs to tell stories about itself, these must not be the stereotypical view of the continent.
South African Tourism North America celebrates Mandela Centenary Celebrations at Africa's Travel Indaba with 100
3 May 2018
One hundred travel agents, media and trade partners will travel from North America to be a part of Africa's Travel Indaba which kicks off in Durban, next week.
Africa's Travel Indaba 2018 to kick off with BONDay
30 April 2018
With just over a week to go before Africa's Travel Indaba 2018 gets underway, an exciting line-up of speakers and topics have been arranged for the Business Opportunity Networking Day, commonly known as BONDay.
Grow your business at Africa’s Travel Indaba
11 April 2018
With products from 21 countries and a bigger selection of small business products; plus we’ll be celebrating small travel businesses, you will find a plethora of stories to tell at this year's Africa Travel Indaba.
Find new stories at Africa's Travel Indaba
11 April 2018
Africa is a continent of stories and the Africa Travel Indaba is the perfect platform for you to hear and then share these stories to the world.
Countdown to Africa’s Travel Indaba: All you need to know
11 April 2018
Only 4 weeks till the world's biggest African travel trade show, Africa's Travel Indaba.
21 African countries showcasing
11 April 2018
21 African countries showcasing at Africa’s Tourism Indaba – still time to register
Be part of Africa’s rising tourism story at Africa’s Travel Indaba 2018
15 March 2018
Be part of Africa’s rising tourism story at Africa’s Travel Indaba 2018
Roll up, roll up to register for Africa’s Travel Indaba 2018
12 February 2018
This year, the continent’s premier travel trade show will highlight the stories that inspired Africa’s world-class tourism businesses
New Exhibition Company appointed to manage South African Tourism’s key strategic events - Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba
23 November 2017
Synergy Business Events (Pty) Ltd has, following an official tender process in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and National Treasury regulations, been appointed by South African Tourism to service both Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba for the next three years.
Africa's Travel INDABA 2017 hailed as a 'Resounding Success'
18 May 2017
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA – Thursday 18 May: Africa’s Travel Indaba 2017 has been deemed an outstanding success as the show saw high-quality buyers from across the world meeting high-quality exhibitors from across the African continent, showcasing a variety of tourism products and services.
Tourism Minister meets with Industry Leaders
17 May 2017
INDABA – Minister Tokozile Xasa today met and engaged with industry leaders at a breakfast event held at Southern Sun Elangeni in Durban.
South Africans reminded to “Do Tourism”
16 May 2017
South African Tourism has used INDABA as a platform to launch I Do Tourism (IDT) – an initiative that seeks to remind South Africans of the importance of the tourism industry and the role they can play as advocates for South Africa and for tourism.
President's speech at INDABA opening
16 May 2017
On behalf of the people of South Africa, and our country’s tourism sector, it is a great privilege to welcome you to Africa’s Travel Indaba 2017. It is a wonderful way to celebrate Africa Month, by hosting all of you as we showcase the beauty of our country and of the African continent.
Ministers meet on Advancing Small Business Development in Tourism
16 May 2017
AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA - “Tourism is overarching and cuts across many sectors. We need to work together with various government departments, as enablers and influencers of tourism destination competitiveness, to grow and transform our sector and economy,” said Minister Xasa.
Tourism KwaZulu-Natal wins bid to host Africa’s Travel INDABA until 2022
16 May 2017
South African Tourism board has selected Tourism KwaZulu-Natal as the successful bidder to host the newly rebranded Africa’s Travel INDABA for the next five years following a comprehensive bidding process which started with an expression of interest to all provinces.
Good Times in a Box set to boost Domestic Tourism
16 May 2017
South African Tourism is set to launch a revolutionary, world-first product – called Good Times in a Box – to stimulate domestic tourism. Good Times in a Box will soon be available online.
INDABA kicks off with Conversations, speed marketing and a galaxy of stellar exhibits
15 May 2017
INDABA 2017 is set to begin with a bang on Tuesday, 16 May, with thousands of exhibitors, travel buyers, visitors and media from all over the world expected to converge on the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban to experience the dynamic African travel industry in all its diverse glory.
President Jacob Zuma to open INDABA 2017
13 May 2017
South African Tourism, led by the President, His Excellency Mr. Jacob Zuma will officially open INDABA at the Chief Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban on 16 May 2017.
INDABA introduces Business Networking Day for Exhibitors
12 May 2017
In response to exhibitor feedback, INDABA this year will have a day dedicated exclusively to exhibitors. The Business Opportunity Networking Day (BONDay) will take place on Monday, 15 May, at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre in Durban, ahead of INDABA’s public show days from 16 to 18 May.
Ninety ‘Hidden Gems’ chosen to dazzle at INDABA
3 May 2017
A total of 90 small businesses or "Hidden Gems" from around South Africa have been selected to receive expert coaching ahead of their sponsored debut at INDABA in Durban in May, courtesy of the National SME Market Access project.
INDABA countdown kicks off: 40 days until Africa’s biggest travel show opens
5 April 2017
As the 40-day countdown to INDABA 2017 begins, South African Tourism is putting the final touches on an event that will foster closer collaboration and targeted business interactions than ever before. This will result in a more productive trade show for buyers, exhibitors and media alike.
African travel poised for take-off, says SA Tourism CEO at INDABA 2017 launch
3 April 2017
Johannesburg, 28 March 2017: INDABA 2017 will see more than 7 000 delegates from around the world meeting in Durban to grow the African tourism economy through constructive conversations, dynamic partnerships and a strong focus on doing business, South African Tourism chief executive Sisa Ntshona said at the Killarney Country Club today.
SA Tourism hits the road to brief current and would-be INDABA 2017 exhibitors
3 April 2017
To help new, confirmed and potential exhibitors prepare for this year’s INDABA, South African Tourism will host a series of briefing sessions around the country between 4 and 20 April 2017.
Media registrations open for INDABA 2017
26 January 2017
Members of the media can now apply online for accreditation to INDABA 2017, taking place from Tuesday 16th to Thursday 18 May 2017 at the ICC in Durban, South Africa.
Speech by the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Tokozile Xasa, at the Hidden Gems Networking Session INDABA 2016
9 May 2016
Ladies and gentlemen, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 37th edition of INDABA, Africa’s biggest travel show hosted by the beautiful City of Durban. As always, eThekwini is such a welcoming city- known not only for its breath taking sea views but its warm people as well.
Hidden gems - the future of tourism
9 May 2016
Another first at this year’s INDABA, the Hidden Gems Zone, is built to showcase products and services from South African Small, Medium and Micro-sized Enterprises (SMMEs).
A wave of African tourism
8 May 2016
South Africa is intrinsically linked to the continent and if tourism succeeds then the continent succeeds.
A Must See Tech Talk at INDABA!
7 May 2016
Sam Mensah, Founder and CEO of KISUA applies lessons from using digital technology to build a global African fashion business to small businesses in the tourism sector.
Tourism INDABA key to Africa’s growth
7 May 2016
Tourism INDABA is an important opportunity for stakeholders in the sector to meet and discuss opportunities and common challenges at a policy level and it all kicked off at the INDABA Trade Floor opening, which took place on 7 May, Saturday at 9h20 in the auditorium of the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC).
Opening address by Tourism Minister Derek Hanekom
7 May 2016
The Opening address by Tourism Minister Derek Hanekom for INDABA 2016 at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Center in Durban on 7 May 2016
Rise africa rise
7 May 2016
If tourism is a sector of progress for the people of Africa, then the tourism INDABA is its embodiment.
A warm welcome to all INDABA 2016 delegates - Africa’s Top Travel Trade show
6 May 2016
Over the next three days Tourism INDABA, owned and hosted in conjunction with Tourism KwaZulu-Natal and Durban Tourism, will once again cement its position as Africa’s top travel show.
A warm welcome to all INDABA 2016 delegates - Africa’s Top Travel Trade show
6 May 2016
Over the next three days Tourism INDABA, owned and hosted in conjunction with Tourism KwaZulu-Natal and Durban Tourism, will once again cement its position as Africa’s top travel show.
SMME focus at this year’s INDABA
4 May 2016
Tourism INDABA will put a firm focus on and have a special showcase of the sector’s Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) this year.
Tourism INDABA Speed marketing sessions give exhibitors an opportunity to showcase and shine!
26 April 2016
South African Tourism, the owner and host of Tourism INDABA, is serious about giving South African tourism products and services lucrative platforms and opportunities to grow their businesses.
Download the INDABA 2016 App today
22 April 2016
If you are gearing up for Africa’s biggest travel trade show from 7-9 May, get the most out of your INDABA 2016 experience by tapping into the official INDABA App.
INDABA 2016: Over 900 meetings scheduled for Africa’s Top Travel Show
6 April 2016
With just 30 days to INDABA 2016, over 9 000 meetings have already been scheduled and 3 000 meetings have been confirmed. This is up by 1 000 when compared to just over 2 000 last year, which equates to 5.3 meetings scheduled per participant; also up from last year’s 3.2.
INDABA to deliver a spirited and business focused programme for exhibitors
14 March 2016
Owners of tourism businesses looking to use this year's Tourism INDABA to grow their enterprises should prepare to be blown away , as this year's offering includes more quality networking opportunities, more industry experts behind the microphone, and a renewed focus and perspective on creating future growth through tourism.
Make your way to INDABA 2016 – Africa’s top travel trade show
26 February 2016
The annual travel and tourism INDABA that takes place in Durban each year is Africa’s premier business platform for tourism exhibitors from the continent, and top-rated tourism buyers from all over the world looking to do business.
INDABA 2016: pre and post tours a valuable marketing platform for provinces
26 February 2016
TOP global buyers are preparing to visit South Africa in a few months’ time to attend the annual INDABA taking place in Durban.
100 Days to go before Africa’s Top Travel Show
27 January 2016
In exactly one hundred days’ time, South Africa and the coastal city of Durban will play host to Africa’s biggest gathering of tourism exhibitors, buyers and industry stakeholders, for the annual INDABA travel and trade show.
INDABA 2016: Registrations for online diary and match making system will open on 27 January, 2016
22 January 2016
Get ready to secure your meeting with buyers.
INDABA 2016 represents Africa’s tourism premium shopping ground for buyers looking for superior tourism products
8 January 2016
A well-considered and stringent selection benchmark for buyer participation at INDABA ensures the renowned trade show attracts only the best global buyers.
Exhibitor Newsflash
7 January 2016
More than 140 exhibitors have registered for INDABA 2016.
Top Tips for exhibitors to take note of for exhibiting at INDABA
18 December 2015
Whether you’re a first time exhibitor or returning for the numerous times, exhibiting always triggers a thrill of sort. To help you keep to the business of making business, follow these eight tips:
INDABA Wins EXSA Platinum Award
18 December 2015
South African Tourism is excited to announce that this year’s INDABA has won the Exhibition and Event Association of Southern Africa’s (EXSA) Platinum Award in the Trade Show (10 000 square metre) category.
INDABA 2016: Africa’s Top Travel Show extends INDABA Early Bird Registration
4 November 2015
Early bird registration extended and various discount structures on offer to qualifying exhibitors.
South African Tourism openly welcomes recommended Immigration Regulations
27 October 2015
We welcome the recommendations of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Immigration Regulations which was led by the Deputy President, Mr Cyril Ramaphosa. We believe that the recommendations will go a long way in easing tourism into South Africa as well as ensuring that the security of our nation is not compromised.
INDABA 2016: Africa’s Top Travel Show is open for buyer registrations
29 September 2015
South African Tourism CEO, Mr. Thulani Nzima has announced that Buyer registrations for Tourism INDABA 2016 will open on October 1, 2015.
Africa’s Top Travel Show is open for registrations
13 July 2015
South African Tourism is pleased to announce that applications for registrations for INDABA 2016 will open today, July 13, 2015 at midnight.
Africa’s Top Travel Show, INDABA 2015 concluded on a high note
19 May 2015
INDABA 2015 concluded on May 11, 2015. Africa’s Top Travel Show enjoyed great participation from 20 countries from around the African continent.
South African Tourism is gearing up to welcome over 1000 exhibiting companies and more than 2 000 buyers at INDABA 2015
8 May 2015
On the eve of INDABA 2015, delegate numbers for the show are looking excellent.
South African Tourism, FTT and TEP empower small businesses for INDABA 2015
8 May 2015
A strategic partnership between South African Tourism, Fair Trade Tourism Enterprise (FTT) and Tourism Enterprise Partnership (TEP) empowers small businesses with skills needed to engage buyers at INDABA 2015
INDABA 2015 Bid Parties welcome the world to Tourism INDABA
7 May 2015
The Tourism INDABA hosts, South African Tourism, and the show’s Bid Parties (KwaZulu-Natal Province, Tourism Kwa Zulu- Natal, City of Durban and the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre) welcome media and trade delegates to Durban for what is set to be an exceptionally productive Tourism INDABA, in celebration of the thriving Pan - African travel and tourism industry.
Emirates and South African Tourism sign Agreement to Explore Joint Marketing Activities
4 May 2015
DUBAI, U.A.E., 4 MAY 2015 - Emirates, a global connector of people and places, and South African Tourism, the marketing agency for South Africa, today signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) that will open the way for the development of joint marketing initiatives aimed at growing the number of visitors from the Middle East to South Africa.
Speed Marketing Session at INDABA gives local buisinesses access to quality hosted buyers
30 April 2015
Two days of robust and engaging speed marketing sessions are on offer at this year’s INDABA trade show.
Get the great travel and tourism stories at INDABA 2015
29 April 2015
With less than a month to go to the 2015 travel and tourism INDABA, more than 517 journalists from around the world were confirmed to come to Africa’s biggest travel tradeshow
Less than twenty days to go to INDABA 2015
28 April 2015
The African travel and tourism sector is looking forward to INDABA 2015
INDABA 2015 has responded to the great demand for the Business Buyers Lounge
22 April 2015
A bespoke, optimised business environment for INDABA exhibitors to do business with eight quality hosted buyers a day.
Statement between South African Tourism and South African Airways on the recent xenophobic attacks in parts of South Africa
20 April 2015
South African Tourism and South African Airways condemn the appalling xenophobic attacks taking place in Durban and various locations in our country.
Statement by Chief Executive Officer of South African Tourism
20 April 2015
As Chief Executive Officer of South African Tourism, I want to state that I categorically condemn the appalling xenophobic attacks taking place in the various locations in our country.
INDABA 2015: The Online Diary and Matchmaking System fuels growth by 30%, and adds to INDABA 2015 success
16 April 2015
INDABA 2015 is less than 30 days away, and to date, over 5000 meetings have been scheduled via the Online Diary and Matchmaking System. This is 950 more meetings scheduled this year, compared to last year at this time. This user–friendly service is already giving buyers and exhibitors a platform to plan their INDABA meetings and extract optimal business value from the tradeshow.
South African Tourism announces Chester Williams as Welcome! Ambassador at INDABA 2015
14 April 2015
Chester Williams, the former Springbok rugby great, star winger of the 1995 Rugby World Cup winning squad, coach of the 2002 World Sevens Series runner up team AND all round great guy, has been secured by South African Tourism as their ambassador for the “Make someone’s day” campaign for INDABA 2015.
INDABA 2015: Africa's top travel show reaches the 90% mark
10 April 2015
INDABA exhibitor numbers are 30 percent up, hosted buyers 100 percent up
Start planning your INDABA 2015 today with the Online Diary and Matchmaking System
23 March 2015
More than 900 meetings already scheduled for INDABA 2015 using the INDABA Business Matchmaking Programme: start planning your INDABA 2015 today with the Online Diary and Matchmaking System.
INDABA provides the opportunity for exhibitors to get maximum exposure
5 March 2015
Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism, which has been exhibiting at INDABA for over 20 years, is gearing up to take advantage of Africa’s biggest travel trade platform again in 2015.
INDABA 2015 African Exhibitor Profile: Shearwater Victoria Falls
24 February 2015
INDABA exhibitor Shearwater looks forward to INDABA 2015
INDABA 2015: Here’s why you can’t miss it
18 February 2015
INDABA 2015, the biggest travel and tourism trade show on the African continent, is around the corner and tourism businesses are preparing to showcase their products and services to global buyers
INDABA 2015 promises better matchmaking – and a great time
17 February 2015
INDABA offers exhibitors a matchmaking system where they are able to set up meetings with hosted buyers.
INDABA exhibitors called to put the best of their product offerings forward for the Pre and Post Tours
13 February 2015
SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM invites all South African travel and tourism exhibitors who are registered for this year’s Tourism INDABA 2015 to design pre and post INDABA tours for media, trade and buyer delegates attending the show this year.
Be inspired by the TECHZone at INDABA2015
11 February 2015
The INDABA 2015 TECHZone promises to show you ways in which technology can enhance your business and work in the travel industry.
INDABA 2015 exhibitors already on board
09 February 2015
More than 400 exhibitors have applied for INDABA 2015
INDABA 2015, a platform to optimise African tourism business growth
23 January 2015
South African Tourism CEO, Mr Thulani Nzima: "Every single INDABA element must give exhibitors an unrivalled and effective platform to showcase their products and services, and to do business. INDABA belongs to them"
Tourism Minister announces INDABA 2015
27 Noveber 2014
Tourism Minister Derek Hanekom has announced that Africa’s Top Travel Tradeshow, INDABA 2015, will take place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban from 9 to 11 May next year.
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