Africa’s Travel Indaba 2024 Set to Showcase Africa’s Rich Offerings
AFRICA TRAVEL INDABA 2024 IS SET TO SHOWCASE AFRICA’S RICH TOURISM OFFERINGS, PROMOTING BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS, CAPACITY BUILDING, AND KNOWLEDGE SHARING. THE EVENT HOLDS SIGNIFICANCE FOR THE TOURISM SECTOR AND THE ECONOMY, EXPECTING HIGH PARTICIPATION AND ECONOMIC IMPACT.
Africa’s Travel Indaba, a leading global tourism trade show, is scheduled from May 13th to 16th at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC). Drawing thousands of participants, the event emphasizes business transactions, capacity building, and knowledge sharing, benefiting all attendees.
Significance of Africa’s Travel Indaba 2024
Deputy Minister of Tourism, Fish Mahlalela, highlights event’s significance, stating it as a platform for presenting Africa’s diverse tourism offerings. He emphasizes its immense impact on the tourism sector and the broader economy, underscoring its cultural and economic significance.
Africa’s Travel Indaba 2024 offers tailored networking sessions, insights-driven panel discussions, and speed marketing sessions showcasing new tourism products. With a sold-out floor space and participation from twenty-six African countries, it solidifies its status as a proudly Pan African show.
SMME Involvement and Collaboration
The Hidden Gems zone in collaboration with the Department of Tourism will host 120 SMMEs. The event also includes the Business Opportunities Networking Day (BONDay) on May 13th, providing thought leadership discussions & insights.
Provincial Readiness and Economic Impact
KwaZulu-Natal Tourism, the provincial host, highlights the province’s readiness, including adequate accommodation facilities within a reasonable travel distance to the venue of Africa Travel Indaba 2024. The eThekwini Municipality emphasizes the event’s significance for Durban’s economy, expecting high hotel occupancy and engagement with local tourism products.
Growth and Contributions
The 2023 edition witnessed remarkable growth, with a nearly 62% increase in attendance and substantial contributions to eThekwini’s GDP and KwaZulu-Natal’s economy. The event has become synonymous with Durban, showcasing the city as a prime tourism destination.
The Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre expresses its commitment to hosting Africa’s Travel Indaba 2024, ensuring a perfect setting for international buyers and media to connect with Africa’s tourism products. With state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated staff, they aim to make the event a resounding success.
