Browsing: Gauteng Tourism Authority

The TravelWell SMME Tourism Trade Fair will take place at Lanseria International Airport from 15 to 17 September 2026, bringing tourism businesses, buyers, investors, institutions and members of the public together for a three day event focused on the West Rand tourism economy. Hosted by the MORAMER Regional Tourism Organisation, the event will include tourism exhibitions, networking, a career expo and a speed marketing session. Entry is free for members of the public, while businesses can book exhibition space at separate rates.

The Gauteng Tourism Authority is recruiting a permanent Manager: Corporate Communications, Stakeholder, International and Industry Relations, with applications closing at 16:00 on 18 September 2026. The position offers a cost to company package of R1 250 958 per year and is aimed at experienced professionals in communications, stakeholder management and international relations.

African businesses seeking buyers, investors and opportunities beyond their domestic markets will gather in Pretoria on 8 and 9 September 2026 for the third annual Embassies Business Fair and Conference. The two day event at the CSIR International Convention Centre will bring businesses together with embassies, trade representatives, buyers, investors and policymakers, with economic diplomacy and access to international markets forming a central part of the programme.

The Gauteng Tourism Authority (GTA) will be represented at the Standard Bank Top Women EmpowHER Regional Conference in Sandton on Friday, 21 August 2026, where Executive Director Nonnie Kubeka will deliver a keynote address to entrepreneurs, business leaders and industry professionals from across South Africa. The conference, hosted at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Sandton, forms part of a national initiative aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs through networking, mentorship and business development opportunities. Kubeka’s participation places Gauteng’s business events and tourism sector at the centre of discussions about entrepreneurship, economic growth and leadership.

Africa’s inaugural Africa Golf Tourism Convention (AGTC) will take place in Gauteng from 18 to 21 August 2026, bringing together tourism leaders, investors, golf industry professionals and hospitality businesses from across the continent. Hosted at the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre in Ekurhuleni, with the Golf and Demonstration Day taking place at Serengeti Estates, the four day convention aims to position Africa as a leading golf tourism destination while creating new trade and investment opportunities. For delegates travelling to Gauteng, the event also provides an opportunity to explore nearby accommodation, restaurants and attractions around OR Tambo International Airport.