Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau

22/07/2024

🌱 Welcome to the delegates attending the 09th Congress on Conservation Agriculture in Cape Town, South Africa, from 22 - 25 July 2024!

Hosted by the Western Cape Department of Agriculture, Landbouweekblad, Conservation Agriculture Western Cape, the African Conservation Tillage Network, and the FAO, this event invites farmers, researchers, and conservation agriculture professionals from around the globe.

Explore international best practice and South Africa’s unique sustainable farming methods in the heartland of South African conservation agriculture. With Cape Town’s breathtaking scenery and the Western Cape’s high adoption rate of conservation agriculture, this congress promises to be a spectacular and insightful event.

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Wesgro Western Cape Government City of Cape Town Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

25/06/2024

The Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau recently attended The Meetings Show 2024 in London (UK), positioning the Western Cape as the ideal place to host meetings, incentives, conferences and trade exhibitions, showcasing the exceptional potential of the Western Cape as a premier destination for long-haul travel and events.

The UK business events market is experiencing significant growth, with a renewed interest in international destinations that offer unique experiences and world-class facilities. South Africa, and particularly the Western Cape, stands out as an ideal location for UK event planners seeking fresh and inspiring venues to host a business event. Some of the trends emerging from the show include a noticeable trend to incorporating wellness and wellbeing into events.

The Western Cape offers a unique blend of adventure, luxury, world-class meeting infrastructure and cultural richness that appeals to the UK market. Our participation in The Meetings Show allowed us to connect with key industry players and showcase how the Western Cape can meet and exceed their expectations for world-class events.

With the UK's increasing demand for distinctive long-haul destinations, the Western Cape is well-positioned to capture the interest of event planners and attendees alike, offering not only spectacular venues but also transformative leisure and business travel experiences and products.



Wesgro City of Cape Town Western Cape Government

13/05/2024

Explore the unparalleled offerings of Cape Town and the Western Cape as the premier destination for business events. From breathtaking landscapes to world-class venues and exceptional hospitality, Cape Town stands as the pinnacle choice for your next event.

Our Business Development Manager, Adriaan Fourie, is looking forward to meeting with you at IMEX Frankfurt, stand C500. Come and discover why the Cape is


Wesgro City of Cape Town Western Cape Government

02/05/2024

Cape Town and the Western Cape extends a warm welcome to all delegates attending the 35th PIANC World Congress at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 29 April - 03 May 2024, hosted by the South African Chapter of the World Association for Waterborne Transport Infrastructure (PIANC SA)
Under the theme "Future Ready Waterborne Transport – Unlocking Africa," the focus is on charting the path towards a sustainable maritime sector.

This congress promises an engaging lineup, including presentations of cutting-edge research and development in waterborne transportation. Delegates can look forward to technical tours, offering insights into ports and coastal sites, as well as social tours showcasing the captivating attractions of Cape Town and the Western Cape, where great minds meet.

Western Cape Government City of Cape Town Wesgro

18/03/2024

Cape Town and the Western Cape is thrilled to extend a warm welcome to all delegates attending the prestigious ISPPD meeting!

Hosted by the International Society of Pneumonia and Pneumococcal Diseases (ISPPD), this gathering stands as a beacon of excellence in the field, uniting professionals dedicated to advancing our understanding and combating of pneumococcal diseases worldwide.

As a non-profit, non-governmental association, ISPPD is committed to driving progress in pneumococcal research and treatment. Their biennial ISPPD international meeting serves as the cornerstone event, attracting over 1000 delegates in recent year Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) over the next few days.

The objective of the meeting is to foster scientific exchange, promote collaboration, and raise public awareness of pneumococcal disease and its prevention.

As you embark on this enriching journey at the ISPPD meeting, we encourage you to seize every opportunity for learning, networking, and collaboration in a place where great minds meet.



Wesgro City of Cape Town Western Cape Government

14/03/2024

Cape Town and the Western Cape welcomes leaders and entrepreneurs from over 43 African nations to the Global Entrepreneurship Network + Africa event. The Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC+Africa), initiated by the Global Entrepreneurship Network in 2017, is a gathering of entrepreneurs and leaders from more than 50 African nations committed to advancing entrepreneurial activity throughout their own countries in Africa.

Set to take place in Cape Town, South Africa, from 13 - 14 March, 2024. the congress aims to shape the future of entrepreneurship on the continent by empowering African entrepreneurs and exploring the economic landscape. It will be held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) and promises an immersive two-day experience focused on engagement, empowerment, and catalysing local and global entrepreneurial initiatives.
The event will serve as a platform for fostering entrepreneurial activity within the African economic context , driving Africa's business leaders towards a more dynamic entrepreneurial economy. For more information visit the official website at https://gecafrica.co/

We would like to welcome all delegates to the Western Cape and wish you a fruitful conference.



Wesgro City of Cape Town Western Cape Government

12/03/2024

📢 VACANCY ALERT | Business Development Coordinator

🗓️ Closing Date: 2️⃣6️⃣ March 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣4️⃣

Visit the Careers page on our website➡️: https://shorturl.at/glBW2 to view the full job specs and how to apply.

Western Cape Government City of Cape Town

08/03/2024

The Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau, a division of Wesgro, attended the 17th edition of Meetings Africa, a premier business events trade show organised by South African Tourism in Sandton from 26-28 February 2024. Meetings Africa 2024 served as a vital market access platform for African business events products, fostering valuable connections with both regional and international buyers.

This year's event featured educational sessions for industry professionals, covering diverse topics such as innovation, sustainable tourism, and artificial intelligence (AI). Delegates had the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how these advancements are reshaping the landscape of the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry.

At the event, the Convention Bureau hosted the Western Cape Pavilion, featuring 19 exhibitors. All participants reported a bustling meeting schedule with promising business prospects. The Convention Bureau conducted 59 one-on-one meetings over the span of two days, in order to attract new meetings to the Western Cape and fill the business events pipeline. The Pavilion won a silver award in the large stand category, acknowledging the achievement and contributions made by delegates to uphold and elevate the standards of the business events industry.

Cape Town and the Western Cape continues to be a highly sought-after destinations for future meetings. Beyond the allure of outstanding infrastructure, natural beauty, and attractions, the region's commitment to the development of the knowledge economy further solidifies its appeal. The Convention Bureau remains dedicated to fostering partnerships and creating opportunities for the region's continued growth in the business events sector.



City of Cape Town Western Cape Government

27/02/2024

Where Great Minds Meet

We are at Meetings Africa 2024 (Stand No E23). Come meet with us and embark on your journey towards success by teaming up with the Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau—where innovation meets inspiration.

With a dedication to sustainability and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences, our region stands out as the premier destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions across Africa.

Join the ranks of association and prestigious global brands who choose Cape Town & Western Cape for their high-profile gatherings.

Together, let's shape the future of industry collaboration and drive business events with legacies.



Wesgro Western Cape Government City of Cape Town

26/02/2024

Discover the Western Cape as your Ultimate Business Events Destination!

Join us at (Stand No E23). Meet with the team that is the driving force behind positioning our region as the premier destination for business events in Africa!

Why Choose Cape Town and the Western Cape for your next meeting, incentive, conference or exhibition?
✅ Unmatched allure for business gatherings
✅ Success and proven track in hosting international conferences
✅ A team with more the 20 years of event and destination experience

Let us help you plan your next event - where great minds meet and every event is a success

Wesgro City of Cape Town Western Cape Government

26/01/2024

FlashBack Friday | The Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau proudly participated in the BestCities Global Forum held in Melbourne from 18-21 January 2024. This event brought together the BestCities Global Alliance, comprising 13 premier cities around the world, united in their commitment to drawing business events to their respective destinations while delving into key issues such as social impact and legacy-building. The forum was a vibrant platform, convening 19 international association clients alongside members of the media. The event not only offered a prime opportunity for discussing prospective events in the Western Cape, but also facilitated insightful dialogues on cutting-edge topics like artificial intelligence, membership strategies, and social impact, among others. Subsequent to the forum, representatives from several partner cities extended their journey to Sydney, engaging in additional sales meetings and exploring prominent meeting infrastructures.



Wesgro Western Cape Government City of Cape Town

25/01/2024

Business Development Manager Vacancy Convention Bureau

📢 | Are you looking for your next career move? We have some exciting vacancies available. ⬇️

💼 Business Development Manager
🗓️ Closing Date | 02 February 2024

💼 Export Promotion Manager
🗓️ Closing Date | 05 February 2024

Visit the Careers page on our website➡️: https://www.wesgro.co.za/corporate/careers to view the full job specs and how to apply.

Western Cape Government City of Cape Town