Category Archives: Business

WTM Africa 2025 Opens With A Record Participation From 96 Countries, Marking Largest Event In 11-year History

World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2025 officially opened today with unprecedented global participation, welcoming industry professionals from a record 96 countries under the theme “Ignite Africa”. The event signals strong recovery and growth in African tourism, with significant increases in both buyer and exhibitor numbers. In her opening address, Carol Weaving, Managing Director of RX […]

Love your Home, Love your Life

Why not show your home some love? A beautifully designed bathroom is more than just a functional space; it enhances daily life, promotes relaxation, and even strengthens relationships. Whether you’re dreaming of a full-scale renovation or a simple refresh, hansgrohe offers the perfect guide to transforming your bathroom into a sanctuary of comfort and style. […]

Dine Differently: South Africa’s Secret Culinary Spots

South Africa has no shortage of exceptional bars and restaurants, but what if we told you there were a few hidden if-you-know-you-know gems, sitting right under your nose? Dineplan has done the hard work for you, scouring South Africa for 2025’s secret spots. From riverside restaurants loved by regulars, to a late-night bar designed like […]

Blending Heritage and Innovation: How Immersive Experiences Are Shaping South Africa’s Emerging Luxury Travel Trends

As global luxury travel evolves, discerning travellers are increasingly drawn to experiences that offer authenticity, enrichment, and a deeper connection to the place. In South Africa’s Constantia Valley, Steenberg Farm embraces this shift by combining tradition with innovation to offer immersive encounters that capture the heart of Cape winemaking. According to the Technology & Trends in […]

Unleashing the Harmony of Whisky and Chocolate – A Luxurious Easter Indulgence

Chocolate indulgence reaches new heights during the Easter period.  If you’re seeking a sensory journey to share, bringing together whisky and chocolate, two beloved indulgences that seem worlds apart may just be a match made in heaven. The rich, velvety texture of chocolate provides a luxurious backdrop for the smooth, golden whisky to unfold its […]

WTM Africa 2025 Introduces Theme-Based Mini-Conferences in Reimagined Content Programme

WTM Africa is excited to announce a dynamic new content format for its upcoming event in just over a week. The reimagined programme introduces a series of theme-based mini-conferences designed to tackle the tourism industry’s most pressing challenges when leaders gather in Cape Town from 9–11 April. This approach is unique because most tourism conferences […]

Paris Calling: Strauss & Co’s Five-sale Cape Town Auction Week Celebrates French Influence on South African Art

For generations of South African artists and collectors, Paris has exerted a magnetic influence, defining artistic aspiration and shaping connoisseurship. Strauss & Co’s Cape Town Auction Week (31 March – 2 April 2025) showcases the extent of this influence in the catalogues for its five specialist sales of collectable modern and contemporary art, furniture, silverware, […]

How TV Shows Like The Block Are Sparking A Design Renaissance In Our Homes

Reality television has long been a guilty pleasure, but when it comes to home design, shows like The Block are shaping real-world interior and architectural trends. These programmes have reignited a passion for high-end design, inspiring homeowners to push creative boundaries and reimagine their spaces with sophistication and innovation. Cheryl Herweg, owner of Changing Spaces […]

Africa Tourism Investment Conference unveils powerhouse speaker line-up

The Africa Tourism Investment Conference – taking place on 10 April at WTM Africa at the CTICC Cape Town and bringing together some of the most influential figures in continental tourism investment – has announced its full speaker line-up. With significant investment directed toward new hotels, resorts, and infrastructure across Africa in 2025 this year’s […]

Coffee & Cocktails: The Perfect Pick-Me-Up

Coffee is more than just a morning ritual in South Africa— it’s a way of life. With 21.7 million South Africans starting their day with a cup of coffee, it’s no surprise that coffee culture is thriving. While instant coffee remains the most popular, there’s a growing love for premium brews, especially among high-income households. […]

A Triumph For South African Wine Retailers: La Maison Pommery Selects Vinimark To Bring Its Prestigious Award-Winning French Champagne To Local Shelves

La Maison Pommery, an illustrious Champagne producer, has captivated wine lovers since its founding in the 1800s, with its unmistakable style characterised by freshness, finesse and vivacity. This traditional Champagne house from Reims, France, which boasts a remarkable legacy and significance in the history of Champagne-making, has selected leading local company Vinimark as its sole […]

From Design Platform To Multimillion-Rand Creative-Economy Catalyst: Decorex Africa Is Back And It Means Business

Economic impact 2024 at a glance Over the three decades of its existence, Decorex Africa has transformed into the continent’s most unique marketplace, offering both business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) engagement opportunities for design and decor. The platform has become the definitive meeting point of supply and demand, positioning Africa as a global design force […]

DURBANVILLE BICENTENNIAL HERALDS BRIGHT FUTURE FOR CAPE TOWN’S NORTHERN VINEYARDS

Cape Town’s northern vineyards in the Durbanville Wine Valley are rolling out the red carpet in celebration of the official 200th anniversary of Durbanville town. Wine lovers are going to be in their element with a specially curated tasting experience on Thursday, April 10, and Friday, April 11. This exclusive, once-off event showcases the finest […]

Take An Enriching Journey Around Africa By Visiting The Curatorial Voices Preview Exhibition

  CAPE TOWN – Strauss & Co, Africa’s leading art auction house, invites collectors to explore South Africa and beyond through Curatorial Voices: African Landscapes, Past and Present, our landscape-themed auction of collectable art from across the African continent. Collectors can preview works in this ambitious auction from Wednesday, 14 February 2024 at Strauss & […]

New Launch Extends Mahala Botanical’s Alcohol-Free Portfolio

Mahala Botanical Amber is a brand new dark alcohol-free spirit, created to complement award-winning Mahala Botanical Classic, which launched to much acclaim last year Also free from sugar and artificial flavours and colourings, Mahala Botanical Amber cleverly brings chillies, smoke and oak to its carefully-balanced blend of botanicals The perfect drink to mix with ginger […]