SANCB

The official Twitter page for the South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB), provides news & updates on SA's business events industry.

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

Happy Global Exhibitions Day 2026!
Today we celebrate the exhibitions industry and its incredible ability to connect people, showcase innovation, create jobs, and unlock new business opportunities worldwide.
This year's theme, "Exhibitions Drive Opportunities," reminds us that every exhibition creates pathways for growth, collaboration, learning, and success.
Here's to the organisers, exhibitors, suppliers, venues, and visitors who make it all possible.
#GED2026 #GlobalExhibitionsDay #MeetSouthAfrica
#ExhibitionsMatter #EventsIndustry

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

Exhibitions are powerful drivers of economic growth and opportunity worldwide:
- €215B in total GDP generated
-4.3M jobs supported
-4.7M exhibiting companies
Together, we connect industries, foster innovation, and create opportunities that drive progress.
#GED2026 #ExhibitionsDriveOpportunities #MeetSouthAfrica #SouthAfricaAwaits

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

Happy Global Exhibitions Day 2026!
Today we celebrate the exhibitions industry and its incredible ability to connect people, showcase innovation, create jobs, and unlock new business opportunities worldwide.
This year's theme, "Exhibitions Drive Opportunities," reminds us that every exhibition creates pathways for growth, collaboration, learning, and success.
Here's to the organisers, exhibitors, suppliers, venues, and visitors who make it all possible.
#GED2026 #GlobalExhibitionsDay #MeetSouthAfrica
#ExhibitionsMatter #EventsIndustry

[Keith Tsang @kidtsang]

Exhibitions are more than just displays; they're vibrant ecosystems that fuel creativity and collaboration. It's fascinating how these events not only highlight innovations but also foster relationships that can last a lifetime. What opportunities have you seen arise from recent exhibitions?

[Dept of Tourism @Tourism_gov_za]

“A key priority for Operation Vulindlela … was the crucial building block of visa reform to attract skills and grow the tourism sector"

#SAIC2026 | #InvestSA | #EconomicGrowth | #InvestInTourism | #WeDoTourism

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

This is great news for the MICE sector!

[Bizcom Tourism @Biz_Tourism]

Hostex 2026 records 16.5% growth in visitor numbers and 60% increase in exhibitors https://t.co/wMouDXKZIL | @Hostex_ #BizPressOffice via @Biz_Tourism

[Patricia de Lille @PatriciaDeLille]

The South African Investment Conference 2026 is yet another display of the couuntry’s world class MICE infrastructure.

And for the first time, tourism will present 8 bankable tourism infrastructure projects here at the conference.

Like I always say, Tourism Policy is Economic Policy. Invest. Partner. Prosper.

#SAIC2026 #InvestSA #WeDoTourism

[Dept of Tourism @Tourism_gov_za]

Minister @PatriciaDeLille, alongside with Department of Tourism officials, is championing tourism investment opportunities at the #SAIC2026 at the Sandton Convention Centre.

#InvestSA | #EconomicGrowth | #InvestInTourism | #WeDoTourism

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

Looking to host your next National Association meeting? The SANCB offers something distinctive: authentic destinations – including vibrant smaller towns that create genuine connections and unforgettable experiences.

📖 Case study: https://t.co/KAdVsWNWk1

#MeetInSouthAfrica #ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

There is a rhythm to South Africa that you won't find in a brochure. It's in the warmth of a greeting and the stillness of our wild spaces.

For teams who deserve more than just recognition, we offer a destination that settles the soul and sparks the mind. Your top performers will experience hospitality that isn't a trained skill, it's cultural DNA. They'll return recharged, reconnected, and inspired by a place where authentic human connection meets world-class experiences.

Reward your team with more than a trip. Give them a destination they'll carry with them long after they return.
Explore here: https://t.co/xGZL1kPsYj

#MeetInSouthAfrica #ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

South Africa is ready to host your next world-class exhibition, providing a platform where innovation thrives and global industries find their feet.

It’s where exceptional storytelling meets an exceptional exhibition destination.

Explore more here: : https://t.co/CFcgDSZ4nO

#MeetInSouthAfrica #ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[Airports Company SA @Airports_ZA]

A warm welcome to Air Congo as they arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport for their inaugural flight ✈️🇨🇩

Guided by their vision, “L’espoir de l’Afrique” (Hope for Africa), this milestone strengthens connectivity between South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo, supporting greater opportunities for travel, trade and tourism across the region.

We look forward to a strong and successful partnership.

#ACSA #ORTamboInternationalAirport #AirCongo #InauguralFlight #AfricaConnect

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

Exhibitions in South Africa are about more than just booths; they are about shaping the future of global industries.

Join an ecosystem that drives ideas and offers world-class innovation – we’ll help you build something impactful: https://t.co/CFcgDSZ4nO

#MeetInSouthAfrica #ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

Looking for an exhibition destination that delivers more than just foot traffic? South Africa is where industries connect.

You’ll benefit from the insights and partnerships that only a thriving, innovation-led market can provide.

#MeetInSouthAfrica: https://t.co/CFcgDSZ4nO

#ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[Dept of Tourism @Tourism_gov_za]

Ready to go global? Learn how small tourism enterprises moved from domestic success to international markets with #MarketAccessSupportProgramme (MASP).

🎥 Full podcast: https://t.co/EadjwGSKJv

ℹ️ More about MASP: https://t.co/Wa8UcmayHU

#TourismIncentive | #WeDoTourism

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

South Africa is setting the pace for global medical breakthroughs. In 2025, researchers in Durban conducted the first HIV cure clinical trial in Africa, showing for the first time that 20 % of participants were able to stay off antiretroviral therapy and maintain viral suppression for over a year and a half using innovative combination immunotherapy.

This milestone demonstrates both South Africa’s research excellence and its capacity to lead complex clinical science on the world stage. That is why countries and medical associations are choosing South Africa as the destination for their medical conferences: here you don’t just talk about innovation, you witness it in action.

Read more here: https://t.co/xGZL1kPsYj

#MeetInSouthAfrica #ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

Global summits. Industry conferences and congresses. Trade exhibitions. South Africa has hosted them all and set the standard for excellence.

What makes us different?
– Expert teams ensuring flawless execution from start to finish
– A strategic gateway connecting Africa to the world
– Exceptional quality with unmatched value

Come #MeetInSouthAfrica. Your business event becomes an experience.

Explore here: https://t.co/CFcgDSZ4nO

#MeetInSouthAfrica #ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[Dept of Tourism @Tourism_gov_za]

#WeDoTourism

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

The SANCB Bid Support Programme helped the International Longevity Summit Africa 2025 bring together 117 delegates from 24 countries.

Held in the vibrant coastal city of Durban, the summit marked a watershed moment for health science, policy and innovation across the continent.

It effectively positioned South Africa as a premier destination for transformative business events and cutting-edge longevity research.

More here: https://t.co/yWjdj85RA5

#MeetInSouthAfrica #ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[SANCB @SA_NCB]

The SANCB Bid Support Programme helped the Anatomical Society of Southern Africa attract delegates from nine countries to explore the intersection of AI and anatomy during its 50th-anniversary celebrations.

The conference explored the cutting edge of "A“anatomy” Intelligence," integrating AI into traditional medical research.

Read more: https://t.co/114ypQDfdO

#MeetInSouthAfrica #ComeFindYourJoyInSouthAfrica

[CSIR ICC @CSIRICC]

We are honoured with the Meetings Africa Legacy Award for 19 years of participation and a Bronze Award in the Small Stand category for incorporating sustainable elements into our exhibition stand. Reinforces our commitment to excellence.

Read more here: https://t.co/EBJD9NgLzb