(Posted 05th September 2025)
8th Africa Business Tourism & MICE Masterclass 2025 Ended On A High Note
The 8th Africa Business Tourism and MICE Masterclass for 2025, hosted annually by Africa Tourism Partners and BDO, successfully concluded on August 28 at the BDO offices in Johannesburg. We extend our sincere gratitude to the faculty members and delegates for their essential contributions.
This year’s masterclass was marked by active engagement, insightful presentations, and productive discussions, creating a dynamic learning environment for all participants. The event attracted over 100 in-person participants and 29 virtual attendees, contributing to a total of more than 1,600 industry professionals who have engaged in this program. Strategic partners for the event included BDO, ICCA, Gauteng Tourism Authority, UN Tourism, SITE Africa, and South African Tourism.
We believe the knowledge and connections you gained will have a significant impact on your professional journey. Thank you for your participation and engagement!.
The Africa Tourism Leadership Awards 2025 Nominations Are Now Open!
Nominate Now
As we strive to build a community of like-minded leaders and professionals who are passionate about growth and learning , we encourage you to submit your nomination or self-nominate for the 2025 Africa Tourism Leadership Awards & Forum (ATLF). Click here to enter or nominate.
ATLF is the only pan-African industry awards of its kind, recognizing and celebrating change-makers and innovation pioneered by Africans, in Africa, for African travel, tourism, hospitality, and aviation industries. Nominees and winners include countries, heads of states, ministers, policymakers, destinations, cities, hotel groups, organizations, small enterprises, and individuals. The nomination portal is now open and ready to accept your submissions.
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Opening: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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Entries and Nominations Close: Friday, October 3, 2025
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Adjudication and shortlisting for Top 3 per Category: Friday, October 10, 2025
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Announcement of Top 5 Nominations per category: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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Winners & Runners-up announcement: End of October 2025
For more information and to submit your nomination, please contact Ms. Rejoice Chishamba at rejoice@africatourismpartners.
