#WTMA2019 – Off to a great start

10 – 12 April 2019, Cape Town, South Africa

WTM AFRICA KICKS OFF ON A HIGH NOTE

WTM Africa 2019 opened today on a high note with thousands of travel professionals visiting from across the globe to attend the leading event for the travel industry in Africa. Click here to view some of the video highlights from your day. If you didn’t attend, here is some of what you missed… be sure to come in tomorrow!
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BIG SHOW, BIG CONTENT

Important discussions underscored the role of women in the tourism sector at the Women in travel Meetup, while Business Events Conference powered by IBTM Africa explored the potential of the meetings sector in Africa. The Press Conference and Official Opening of WTM Africa 2019 outlined what can be expected of this years show and the Responsoble Tourism Awards was held at 16:45 crowning the new winners.

Event Programme

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GET FESTIVE

The Festivals gave everyone the opportunity to socialise after traditional working hours. Those who attended were lucky enough to experience the culture, hospitality and cuisine with each hosting exhibitor offering something unique.

Take a look at our picture library to download images of festivals and other day 1 highlights at WTM Africa 2019.

Picture Library

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MORE TO COME!

The second day of WTM Africa 2019 promises another full day for attendees, including the Sports & Events Tourism Exchange (SETE) and the ever-popular Speed Networking event. Thanks to all those who attended today, we look forward to seeing you again tomorrow. For those who didn’t attend, if you haven’t already done so, you can still register onsite.

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