WTM Africa

May 6, 2021May 6, 2021

Pent-up demand will help propel Africa’s travel recovery once restrictions are lifted – exclusive Oxford Economics report for Africa Travel Week

Domestic tourism will support travel industry survival in the short-term, while international travel returns slowly Vaccine rollout will be critical in allowing African countries to fully reopen and restore confidence ... Read more

April 16, 2021April 16, 2021

ATW: Virtual ends on the right notes

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Africa Travel Week 2021 has wrapped up its first virtual trade show and content programme with over 5,000 successful 1-on-1 meetings, 4,000 views of content sessions and over 4,300 minutes ... Read more

January 29, 2021January 29, 2021

Africa Travel Week unveils 2021 roadmap to reignite travel and tourism in Africa

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa and suite of sister shows to run as a virtual event from 07-09 April 2021 with a live element from 01-03 September during Tourism Month. The virtual and ... Read more

November 26, 2020November 26, 2020

Green light for WTM Africa 2021 live/hybrid event in April

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa will go ahead from 07-09 April 2021 in the format of a hybrid event, delivering a significant ROI for exhibitors and providing a much-needed platform for live and ... Read more

November 5, 2020November 5, 2020

Experience Cape Town from township to terroir

Press Releases, WTM Africa

eKasi to Constantia illustrates the story of two vastly different worlds merged together through the flavours of food and wine. This is the story of how a small restaurant from ... Read more

November 5, 2020November 5, 2020

World-renowned Zeitz MOCAA celebrates Cape Town’s creative talent

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Zeitz MOCAA, the world’s largest Museum of Contemporary African Art, is celebrating the work of local Capetonians on its hallowed walls. The museum reopened on 22 October, after seven months, ... Read more

September 24, 2020September 24, 2020

What can we do right now to help Africa’s travel industry recover?

WTM Africa

By WTM Africa Team As travel restrictions slowly begin to lift throughout Africa, and confidence rebuilds, there’s one question that needs to be answered: what can we do right now ... Read more

June 19, 2020July 20, 2020

WTM Global Hub and WTM Africa present a series of webinars dedicated to LGBTQ+ travel

Press Releases, WTM Africa

“Understanding and successfully reaching the LGBTQ+ traveller” is the first webinar taking place on Monday 22 June at 2pm, British Summer Time (BST) This Pride Month, EQUAL Africa in partnership ... Read more

May 21, 2020

Africa Travel Week Charts the Future of the African Travel Trade

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Over the past few weeks, the team at Reed Exhibitions Africa has had their ear to the ground, catching up with all the key players and listening to the travel ... Read more

May 11, 2020

African Travel Week Travel & Tourism Awards Winners Announced

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The winners of the inaugural African Travel Week Travel & Tourism Awards have been announced, shining a spotlight on exceptional individuals and businesses which have written the most compelling stories ... Read more

April 6, 2020April 7, 2020

African Travel and Tourism Awards finalists announced

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Africa is as unique as it is beautiful. It is underneath our starry skies that generations of storytellers have held court while telling their folktales. The African Travel and Tourism ... Read more

March 13, 2020March 13, 2020

AFRICA TRAVEL WEEK 2020 POSTPONED

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Reed Exhibitions Africa has confirmed that Africa Travel Week, which comprises of World Travel Market Africa and International Luxury Travel Market Africa, due to take place in April this year, ... Read more

March 5, 2020

THE INDUSTRY NEEDS TO RALLY TOGETHER AMIDST COVID-19

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Amidst global concerns about COVID-19 World Travel Market Africa (WTM Africa) urges the travel and tourism industry to rally together to ensure that tourism continues to thrive on the African ... Read more

March 3, 2020March 4, 2020

ILTM and WTM Africa 2020 to go ahead with COVID-19 precautions in place

Press Releases, WTM Africa

While several major international events have confirmed cancellation amidst fears of the global spread of the COVID-19 virus, Reed Exhibitions South Africa would like to advise that there are no ... Read more

March 3, 2020

WTM AFRICA VISITOR AND MEDIA REGISTRATION OPEN

Press Releases, WTM Africa

World Travel Market Africa 2020 is set to be the biggest edition of the African continent’s leading B2B Travel Trade show yet, thanks to a host of exciting innovations, hyper-focused ... Read more

February 28, 2020

WTM Africa Conscious about Sustainability in Travel

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa 2020 is tackling travel sustainability at macro and micro levels this year, by lining up a number of eco-conscious initiatives alongside recognising game-changing sustainability practices in the African ... Read more

February 28, 2020

Travel & Tourism Media Insight Forum – A journey into navigating media partnerships

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Hosted on Day 1 of World Travel Market Africa, the Travel and Tourism Media Insight Forum, sponsored by National Geographic, will bring together key decision-makers from destinations -both global and regional – media ... Read more

February 5, 2020

WTM Africa named BEST OVERALL EXHIBITION in 2019

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Reed Exhibitions Travel, Tourism and Sports team were recognised with eight awards across the portfolio at the 4th annual Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) ROAR Awards on Friday 31 ... Read more

February 5, 2020

INNOVATIVE AFRICA: Investing in the Tourism Value Chain at WTM Africa’s ATIS

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The African Tourism Value Chain – and finding innovative ways to participate in and stimulate the continental tourism economy – are the focus of the African Tourism Investment Summit (ATIS) ... Read more

January 9, 2020

10 Reasons to Attend Word Travel Market Africa 2020

WTM Africa

World Travel Market Africa 2020 is set to be the biggest edition of the African continent’s leading B2B Travel Trade Show yet, thanks to a host of exciting innovations, hyper-focussed ... Read more

December 11, 2019

Deadline Extended for Entries to WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards 2020

Press Releases, WTM Africa

With all the amazing entries pouring in for the inaugural WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards, WTM Africa 2020 has prompted organisers, Reed Exhibitions, to extend the nomination deadline to ... Read more

November 20, 2019

WTM Africa & IGLTA Partner on LGBTQ+ Initiative EQUAL Africa for 2020

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa 2020 will see the introduction of an LGBTQ+ travel event named EQUAL Africa in partnership with IGLTA. EQUAL Africa stands for EQUAL Love, Rights, Experiences & Opportunities and ... Read more

October 30, 2019

Celebrate the Power of African Storytelling with the WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards 2020

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa has partnered with idea architects, idna to unleash the power of storytelling at the inaugural WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards that will be held in April next ... Read more

October 21, 2019

WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards Winners will compete at the International Travel & Tourism Awards in London

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Adding excitement to the news of the inaugural WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards at #WTMA20 is an announcement that the category winners will automatically be nominated for entry into ... Read more

October 10, 2019

Innovation Continues to Boom at #WTMA20

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Growing from strength to strength, World Travel Market Africa continues to go the extra mile in delivering innovation and the latest trends to the travel and tourism industry. With its ... Read more

October 8, 2019October 8, 2019

WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards Celebrate the Power of Storytelling

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The inaugural WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards at #WTMA20 are set to shine a spotlight on exceptional individuals and businesses which have written the most compelling stories in the ... Read more

September 19, 2019

WTM Africa Partners with Seeza to Boost Southern African Travel SME’s

Press Releases, WTM Africa

World Travel Market Africa and Seeza Destination Network have partnered for #WTMA20 to establish the ‘Seeza Pavilion’ at the 7th edition of the African continent’s biggest B2B travel trade event ... Read more

September 17, 2019

SOUTH AFRICA CRIME STATISTICS 2019 TOURISM PRIVATE SECTOR EXPRESSES CONTINUED COMMITMENT TO TOURISM SAFETY

Press Releases, WTM Africa

JOHANNESBURG, 16 SEPTEMBER 2019 – SATSA acknowledges the release of South Africa’s 2018/2019 crime statistics on 12 September 2019, at a time when perceptions around the safety and security of travellers ... Read more

September 4, 2019September 4, 2019

WTM AFRICA & ASATA PARTNER ON TRAVEL AGENTS’ ACADEMY

Press Releases, WTM Africa

JOHANNESBURG, 30 AUGUST 2019 – WTM Africa, in partnership with the Association of Southern African Travel Agents (ASATA), have launched the ASATA Travel Agents’ Academy, which will be hosted at #WTMA20 ... Read more

September 2, 2019

WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards Inspired by Africa’s Stories

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Entries for the inaugural WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards are open across 12 innovative categories which reward individuals, small and large organisations for powerful and compelling work in promoting ... Read more

September 2, 2019September 2, 2019

2019 AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM – A GATHERING OF THOUGHT LEADERS

Press Releases, Uncategorised, WTM Africa

Johannesburg, Wednesday 10 July 2019 – As the foremost annual gathering of African travel and tourism leaders, the Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards 2019, will provide an ideal platform for private ... Read more

September 2, 2019September 2, 2019

Innovation is the Name of the Game at #WTMA20

Press Releases, Uncategorised, WTM Africa

World Travel Market Africa just keeps getting bigger and better – and a host of exciting innovations promises to make WTM Africa 2020 even more exciting. The 7th edition on WTM ... Read more

June 26, 2019April 22, 2020

WTM AFRICA AWARDS

Awards, Video, WTM Africa

March 20, 2019March 20, 2019

Wesgro and Martelize Brink to tag team at 2019 African Responsible Tourism Awards

Press Releases, WTM Africa

With less than one month to go until the ceremony for the 2019 African Responsible Tourism Awards (#ARTA19), the award has two exciting announcements. Wesgro – Cape Town and the ... Read more

March 6, 2019March 6, 2019

Building a Business Case for Responsible Tourism in Africa

Press Releases, Uncategorised, WTM Africa

Responsible Tourism is on the global industry agenda – and at WTM Africa 2019, we have a series of dedicated events, including a two-day Business Case for Responsible Tourism conference, ... Read more

March 6, 2019March 6, 2019

From the Cradle of Humankind to the Cradle of Human Culture

Blog, Press Releases, WTM Africa

Wesgro’s Destination Marketing Unit in partnership with the Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT), the provincial Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS) and the Cradle of Humankind World ... Read more

March 1, 2019March 4, 2019

#WTMA19 African Tourism Investment Summit is open for business!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Africa is alive with possibilities – and Tourism is a major potential revenue stream that could help significantly grow the continental economy. The African Tourism Investment Summit in partnership with ... Read more

March 1, 2019March 4, 2019

Meet key decision-makers with real purchasing power at WTM Africa 2019

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Endless opportunities await the approximately 6 000 global, regional and local travel professionals, stakeholders and media who are expected to attend WTM Africa 2019. For those Travel Buyers with serious ... Read more

January 14, 2019January 14, 2019

WTM Africa 2019 is Open for Business!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Registration for the continent’s leading B2B Travel Trade Show, WTM Africa 2019, is officially open. WTM Africa 2019, hosted in partnership with the City of Cape Town from 10-12 April ... Read more

January 14, 2019January 14, 2019

3… 2… 1… WTM Africa Programme Now LIVE!

WTM Africa

The speaker line-up and programme for WTM Africa 2019 are taking shape, with Conference, Inspire, Destination and Travel Forward Theatres set to host presentations and interactive sessions with global travel ... Read more

April 20, 2018

WTM Daily News | Wednesday 20 April 2018

Blog, Blogging, Press Releases, WTM Africa

Catch up on the latest news at WTM 2018! Download Issue NO3 here

April 19, 2018April 20, 2018

Day two of WTM Africa celebrates another successful day!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Focused on showcasing the incredible beauty and tourism potential of the African continent, WTM Africa has closed on another busy and vibrant day, with both exhibitors and buyers expressing how ... Read more

April 19, 2018April 20, 2018

WTM Daily News | Wednesday 19 April 2018

Blog, Blogging, Press Releases, WTM Africa

Catch up on the latest news at WTM 2018! Download Issue NO2 here

April 18, 2018

The Tourism Authority of Thailand Exhibiting at WTM Africa 2018

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The Tourism Authority of Thailand will be exhibiting at WTM Africa, the leading B2B exhibition in Africa, for the fifth year since its launch date. Aimed at bringing the tourism ... Read more

April 18, 2018April 18, 2018

WTM Daily News | Wednesday 18 April 2018

Blog, Blogging, Press Releases, WTM Africa

Catch up on the latest news at WTM 2018! Download Issue NO1 here

April 17, 2018April 20, 2018

WTM Africa 2018 celebrates an exciting first day, facilitating meetings, networking and more!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The African continent’s most highly-anticipated travel trade show opened its doors today to a throng of travel professionals eager to meet, network and consolidate business. Both inbound and outbound travel ... Read more

April 10, 2018April 25, 2018

Mauritius Celebrates 50 Years of Independence

WTM Africa

With its stunning white beaches, dazzling sapphire seas, a warm tropical climate, diverse cultures, delicious cuisine, 5-star luxury, and an array of sporting and adventure activities on offer, the ... Read more

April 10, 2018April 10, 2018

Finalists for the 2018 African Responsible Tourism Awards announced

Responsible Tourism Spotlight, WTM Africa

A luxury island in the Seychelles, a cultural experience among the Maasai in Kenya and a township experience in Namibia are among the organisations selected as finalists for the 2018 ... Read more

April 9, 2018April 10, 2018

Tomjachu – An award-winning Bush Retreat to exhibit at World Travel Market Africa 2018

Blog, Hospitality, Luxury, WTM Africa

The award-winning Tomjachu Bush Retreat will once again be exhibiting at this year’s World Travel Market Africa show in Cape Town. An historic family owned, 4* exclusive private nature reserve, ... Read more

March 15, 2018

World notes Cape Town’s efforts to beat the drought

Press Releases, WTM Africa

13 MARCH 2018 STATEMENT BY THE CITY’S EXECUTIVE DEPUTY MAYOR, ALDERMAN IAN NEILSON World notes Cape Town’s efforts to beat the drought The City of Cape ... Read more

March 7, 2018

WTM Africa 2018 set to be bigger, better and more productive than ever!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

In just under two months, WTM Africa 2018 will open its floor to over 600 exhibitors and a host of quality influential buyers from key source markets around the globe ... Read more

February 28, 2018

WTM Africa 2018 encourages attendees to Save Like a Local

Press Releases, WTM Africa

With a water conservation mindset, WTM Africa 2018 looks forward to driving education around water scarcity and usage through attendees from across the world. The exhibition, to be held in ... Read more

February 16, 2018

WTM Africa 2018 registration opens!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Registration for WTM Africa 2018 has officially opened with both local and international travel trade gearing up for what promises to be another incredible B2B show! WTM Africa 2018 will ... Read more

January 18, 2018January 19, 2018

STATEMENT BY MAYOR DE LILLE: City secures bigger yield from aquifers but consumption still too high as Cape Town moves closer to Day Zero

Press Releases, WTM Africa

CITY OF CAPE TOWN 9 JANUARY 2018 STATEMENT BY THE CITY’S EXECUTIVE MAYOR, PATRICIA DE LILLE City secures bigger yield from aquifers but consumption still too high ... Read more

January 18, 2018January 19, 2018

Level 6 water restrictions will help to avoid Day Zero

Press Releases, WTM Africa

CITY OF CAPE TOWN 28 DECEMBER 2017 MEDIA RELEASE Level 6 water restrictions will help to avoid Day Zero The City of Cape Town reminds all water users ... Read more

November 17, 2017

Cape Town, the ‘Events Capital of Africa’ and a year-round destination

Blog, Destinations, WTM Africa

Cape Town is synonymous with a healthy, balanced quality of life and has become a preferred destination for events, exhibitions, concerts and conferences. There are venues across the city, ... Read more

November 16, 2017November 16, 2017

SMARTmeetings powered by ibtm events launches in Rwanda

Press Releases, WTM Africa

In an exciting move to forward the MICE industry in Africa, Reed Exhibitions has announced the launch of SMARTmeetings powered by ibtm events, a dynamic two day event in Kigali, ... Read more

August 11, 2017September 12, 2017

WTM Africa 2018 to celebrate Women in Travel

Press Releases, WTM Africa

In 2012, statistics released by business consultancy Prowess.org.uk, indicated that more than 126 million women entrepreneurs were starting or running both large and small businesses in 67 economies in 2012. ... Read more

April 21, 2017May 16, 2017

African Responsible Tourism Award Winners

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Revealed on the second day of WTM Africa 2017, were the winners for the auspicious African Responsible Tourism Awards. The champions of responsible tourism in Africa were announced as follows: ... Read more

April 21, 2017May 8, 2017

WTM Responsible Tourism Awards 2017 to Focus on UN’s Sustainable Development Goals

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM Africa, WTM London

To celebrate 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, World Travel Market London is focusing World Responsible Tourism Day – including the WTM Responsible Tourism Awards – ... Read more

April 20, 2017May 16, 2017

Sports & Events Tourism Exchange to form integral part of Africa Travel Week 2018

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Africa Travel Week is pleased to announce a collaboration with the established and successful Sports & Events Tourism Exchange (SETE), which will see the two parties join forces in Cape ... Read more

April 20, 2017May 16, 2017

IBTM Africa 2017 sets strong tone for business events in Africa

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The first day of ibtm africa staged in Cape Town saw a powerful cross-section of the business events industry in Africa work through topical trends, insightful case studies and reports ... Read more

April 19, 2017May 16, 2017

WTM Africa celebrates a busy first day

Press Releases, WTM Africa

One of Africa’s most highly-anticipated travel trade shows opened its floors to inbound and outbound travel professionals today, hosting a varied mix of international buyers, local outbound specialists, tourism product ... Read more

March 30, 2017May 15, 2017

WTM Africa partners with water development charity Just a Drop

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa, which will take place from 19 – 21 April 2017 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), Cape Town, South Africa, has collaborated with international water development ... Read more

March 16, 2017May 15, 2017

2017 African Responsible Tourism Awards longlist revealed

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Longlist for the 2017 African Responsible Tourism Awards demonstrate the power of responsible tourism in Africa The competition for the 2017 African Responsible Tourism Awards has moved into the second ... Read more

March 16, 2017May 15, 2017

WTM Africa 2017 numbers are up

Press Releases, WTM Africa

With just three weeks until the opening of an even bigger and better WTM Africa, the team is extremely thrilled to have seen a significant increase in both buyers set ... Read more

February 20, 2017May 16, 2017

WTM Portfolio Opens Registration For Events In Latin America, Africa and Middle East

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Three leading travel industry exhibitions in the World Travel Market portfolio of events are expected to set new records in April for visitor numbers and trade deals. Registration is now ... Read more

February 20, 2017May 16, 2017

South African Airways (SAA) – the “Airline Partner” of AFRICA TRAVEL WEEK 2017

Press Releases, WTM Africa

SAA is committed to provide delegates attending the Africa Travel Week 2017 a discount offering ranging from 5 – 18% per point of sale, off its lowest published airfares on ... Read more

February 6, 2017May 16, 2017

Excitement builds for Africa Travel Week

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Various sectors of the inbound and outbound travel trade have demonstrated their excitement for the upcoming Africa Travel Week to be held in Cape Town from 19 to 23 April ... Read more

February 2, 2017May 16, 2017

Collaboration is key for IBTM Africa

Press Releases, WTM Africa

In order to ensure this continued success, ibtm africa has announced a collaboration with both the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI), as well as Meetings magazine. The ... Read more

January 31, 2017May 16, 2017

WTM Africa named Best Joint Trade Exhibition

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the title of Best Joint Trade Exhibition in the 6 001 – 12 000 sqm category at the Association ... Read more

January 16, 2017May 16, 2017

WTM Africa registration is now open!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa registration is now open! With registration officially open, the local and international travel sectors are gearing up for a bigger and better year than ever with WTM Africa ... Read more

December 12, 2016May 16, 2017

Reed Exhibitions strengthens foundation for WTM Africa

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Set to stage its fourth WTM Africa in Cape Town from 19-21 April 2017, Reed Exhibitions is looking forward to continued success. Reed Exhibitions is a world leading events organiser. ... Read more

December 8, 2016May 16, 2017

10 extraordinary reasons to attend WTM Africa 2017

Press Releases, WTM Africa

We know that you don’t need too many reasons to spend a week in glorious Cape Town, but just in case WTM Africa have put together their 10 reasons why ... Read more

November 30, 2016May 16, 2017

WTM Africa renews partnership with SATSA

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Reed Exhibitions is pleased to announce that it has once again renewed its partnership with SATSA ahead of WTM Africa 2017 in order to assist emerging businesses within the tourism ... Read more

April 7, 2016May 16, 2017

WTM Africa reports an extraordinary second day

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Proving to be even more popular amongst both local and international travel trade, WTM Africa celebrated an impressive second day, reporting over 8 000 pre-scheduled appointments between local and international ... Read more

April 7, 2016May 16, 2017

Day 2 of WTM Africa 2016: Impressive Day 2 at the CTICC

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Day two of Africa’s leading B2B travel and tourism trade event has exceeded the expectations of the visitors and exhibitors yet again and industry leaders are hailing this years’ show ... Read more

April 7, 2016May 16, 2017

Daily WTM® Africa Roundup

Press Releases, WTM Africa

It’s ‘this success makes three in a row’ as the curtain closes on this year’s WTM® Africa 2016 “I am so impressed with quality of the buyers”, “Made great contacts ... Read more

April 7, 2016May 16, 2017

Day 2 of WTM Africa 2016: Impressive Day 2 at the CTICC

Press Releases, WTM Africa

April 6, 2016May 16, 2017

The 3rd Edition of WTM Africa is here!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

“A unique, quality way of doing business” Gary Burns from Hynds Travel WTM® Africa 2016 kicked off today with a bang, and already the praise has come flooding in. “A ... Read more

March 31, 2016May 16, 2017

Calling all those in the business of travel and tourism

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Anyone who is interested in travel and tourism should not miss out on all that WTM Africa has to offer in Cape Town at the Cape Town International Conference Centre ... Read more

February 3, 2016May 16, 2017

WTM Africa: Our Success Story

Press Releases, WTM Africa

World Travel Market® Africa 2016, the leading global event for the travel industry, is a dynamic three day event, with a proven track record of real business success for visitors ... Read more

January 21, 2016May 16, 2017

WESGRO continues support for Responsible Tourism Awards at WTM® Africa

Press Releases, WTM Africa

For the second year running, Wesgro – the tourism, trade and investment promotion agency for the Western Cape – is the main sponsor for the 2016 African Responsible Tourism Awards. Winners ... Read more

January 14, 2016May 16, 2017

CALLING ALL TOURISM PROFESSIONALS TO WTM® AFRICA

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Now in its third year and taking place 6-8 April 2016, World Travel Market® Africa, the leading B2B exhibition, hosts a nexus for the inbound and outbound African travel & ... Read more