HOSTED BUYERS
INVESTORS MEET INVESTORS
International Hosted Buyers
Local Hosted Buyers
Association Hosted Buyers
Why Participate as a Buyer?
The Meetings Africa Buyer Programme is globally bench-marked and best-in-class. The team has carefully crafted the programme to encompass the most successful elements of all global shows, culminating in the Meetings Africa Buyer Programme.
We provide our buyers with market access to the widest selection of quality, African products which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. The trade show plays host to more than 20 African Countries and over 400 carefully curated products that are business events leaders on the continent. This includes convention centres, hotels, Destination Marketing Companies, Tour Operators, Professional Conference Organisers, stand builders and technology partners to name a few. Meetings with our exhibitors are supported by our best-in-class online diary and matchmaking system and a user-friendly mobile app to ensure a seamless experience.
As a buyer, you gain access to our informal networking events and community building activations. We also provide a platform for unique features such as our development zone and the Sustainability Village, where you can support local crafters and make a significant difference to the lives of ordinary South Africans.
Buyers can enjoy access to an exclusive buyer lounge, free WI-FI, a selection of food and beverage options and an incredible hosting experience which takes care of your every need. Flights, accommodation and tour experiences are available based on the category of hosting you will be selected to participate in.
Who is exhibiting?
- National, provincial and local tourism authorities
- African Tourism authorities and products
- Convention and visitor bureaus
- Conference and exhibition centres
- Hotels and accommodation providers
- Destination management companies
- Event management specialists
- Professional conference organisers
- Transportation companies
- Business events service providers
- Cruise liners
- Spa resorts
- Trade associations
- Travel trade publications
Who can you meet?
- African, international and local meeting and event planners
- Association buyers who organise international conventions
- Local corporate executives who book business travel
- Travel agencies specialising in incentive, business and conference travel
- In-house event co-ordinators
- Incentive houses
- Conference organisers
- Sales and promotion agencies
- Marketing companies
- PR agencies
International Hosted Buyers
The South African National Convention Bureau invites a select group of hosted buyers from the Business Events Industry to attend Meetings Africa each year.
These buyers go through a strict selection and qualifying process before being approved as recognised International Hosted Buyers. They participate in pre-scheduled online matchmaking appointments designed to maximise their time and value at the exhibition, ensuring meaningful connections that drive real impact – because Africa’s success is built on quality connections.
International Hosted Buyers enjoy fully sponsored flights and accommodation, as well as a pre- or post-show tour of a destination as part of their hosting. They also gain first-hand knowledge and insights about the destination to prepare them for sales, and to motivate their next meeting or group itinerary.
Interested in receiving an invitation to apply for the International Hosted Buyer Programme? Please contact Swazi Dlamini at swazi@southafrica.net or Ledile Nyikana at ledile@southafrica.net.
Please complete the application form for consideration of hosting status. All applications are vetted through an external qualification process.
Local Hosted Buyers
Local Hosted Buyers benefit from full access to the Online Diary System.
They will participate in pre-scheduled online appointments, designed to maximise your time and value at the exhibition. This ensures meaningful connections that drive real impact – because Africa’s success is built on quality connections.
Association Hosted Buyers
The South African National Convention Bureau invites a select group of Association Hosted Buyers to attend Meetings Africa each year.
Association Hosted Buyers enjoy sponsored flights and accommodation, an invitation to participate in Association Day featuring a line-up of thought-provoking speakers and facilitators, and participate in pre-scheduled online matchmaking appointments designed to maximise their time and value at the exhibition – because Africa’s success is built on quality connections.
Association Buyers interested in participating may contact Swazi Dlamini at swazi@southafrica.net or Ledile Nyikana at ledile@southafrica.net.