Welcome

Welcome to the South African National Convention Bureau.

We are your one-stop solution for assistance, information, and neutral advice on hosting and organising business events in South Africa, whether an international convention, association meeting, conference, incentive trip or exhibition.

South Africa has the proven capacity and infrastructure to successfully host major international business events and meetings. What differentiates us from other global business events destinations is our rich cultural heritage, warm and welcoming people, and the many authentic experiences to be had that leave an indelible impression on business and leisure travellers that visit here.

South Africa’s unique blend of authenticity and capability inspires new ways in business events and is therefore unmatched in its suitability as a business events destination.

Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo
Executive Manager
South African National Convention Bureau

Meetings

North West meetings

The North West province is home to the famous Sun City resort with its casinos, conference facilities and top-notch accommodation options. It's a popular destination on almost every itinerary. more
Gauteng meetings

No visit to Gauteng for a conference or business event would be complete without visiting Soweto's Vilakazi Street - once home to 2 Nobel Laureates - Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu and former President Nelson Mandela. more
Free State meetings

Free State meetings can be combined with exhilarating adventure activities. Many Free State hiking trails feature San Bushman rock art and historic battlefield sites. more
Eastern Cape meetings

With so much scenic beauty and long coastline, the Eastern Cape offers a fabulous selection of meeting venues from Coffee Bay to Jeffrey's Bay and further up the coast. more
East London International Convention Centre

The multi-award winning East London International Convention Centre plays host to international and local business events. It its south Africa's newest international convention centre. more
Cape Town International Convention Centre

The Cape Town International Convention Centre offers 11 399 m² of exhibition space, seating capacity for 1 500 delegates in one of two auditoriums, and banqueting for 1 300 guests. more
Hotel Lamunu

Hotel Lamunu in the rejuvenated Braamfontein district of Johannesburg offers city-style accommodation and great conferencing options. more
Gallagher Convention Centre

Access to Gallagher Convention Centre is easy. It’s near Johannesburg’s major airports, and close to highways as well as upmarket shopping centres, restaurants, hotels and the Gautrain. more
International Convention Centre Durban

The International Convention Centre Durban (eThekwini) can accommodate in excess of 20 000 delegates when combined with the adjacent ICC Durban Exhibition Centre. more
Sandton Convention Centre

The Sandton Convention Centre can cater for 10 000 delegates at any one time. Its largest venue can host 4 500 delegates theatre style. more
Hayward’s Grand Safari Events & Expeditions

Take your business to the next level with Hayward’s. Think exclusive wilderness areas, 5-star en suite tented accommodation, exquisite cuisine and a conference experience like no other. more
Baraka Events & Function Venue

For a truly unusual experience, combine your conference or team building event at Baraka Events & Function Venue with guided tours of the Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary and The Elephant Sanctuary. more

Incentive

Heritage and culture

Explore South Africa's tribal cultures and traditions by visiting a cultural village or sampling traditional African cuisine in a township shebeen. Savour our award-winning wines on a Cape wine routes tour. more
Northern Cape incentives

Home to black-maned lions, massive national parks and ancient cultures, the Northern Cape is unique as an incentive destination. more
Eastern Cape Incentives

The magnificent Addo Elephant National Park is a must-do adventure on any Eastern Cape incentive itinerary. Tree canopying in the Tsitsikamma Forest along the Garden Route is a great team building activity. more
Food and wine

In South Africa, superb cuisine is paired with award-winning wines in the most incredible natural and urban surroundings. more
Lesedi African Lodge & Cultural Village

Learn about Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Ndebele and Sotho cultures. Participate in traditional African team building exercises. Sample traditional African fare and spend the night in luxury African huts. more
Northern Cape

Home to black-maned lions, massive national parks and ancient cultures, the Northern Cape is the ideal incentive destination. more
Limpopo incentive highlights

For the ultimate safari experience, enjoy a luxurious breakaway at one of Limpopo’s many exclusive private game reserves. more
Limpopo Incentives

Mapungubwe, South Africa’s first kingdom, was a highly complex society that rose between 1050 AD and 1270 AD. Its great to explore on an incentive tour to South Africa. more
Team Adventure Caving

Team adventure caving in Oudtshoorn is an exhilarating experience, perfect for building team spirit and co-operation while having enormous amounts of fun. more
Golf in South Africa

South Africa is a golfer's paradise with year-round good weather, world renowned golf courses and a wide variety of experiences that will stay with you forever. more
Mpumalanga incentives

The Sabie Waterfalls Route is one of South Africa’s best kept secrets. There are more waterfalls in Mpumalanga than anywhere else in South Africa. more
Free State incentives

Many Free State hiking trails feature San Bushman rock art and historic battlefield sites. There is plenty of free roaming game to see on your journey and you can stay overnight in rustic farmhouses, huts, chalets and even a cave. more