Category Archives: Events and Entertainment>Entertainment

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 […]

Decorex Africa announces its Designers of the Year 2025 as its State of the Industry Report reveals significant shifts in the design landscape

Decorex Africa, the continent’s foremost authority on decor, interior design and lifestyle, is proud to announce the selection of two exceptional talents as its Designers of the Year 2025, reflecting the exhibition’s strengthened pan-African vision. Egyptian sustainability innovators Reform Studio has been named Decorex Cape Town’s Designer of the Year, while globally renowned Nigerian-born architect […]

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 […]

60Th Fleur Du Cap Theatre Awards Announce Special Award Recipients For 2025

The panel of judges for the 60th Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages, has announced the recipients of the 2025 special awards ahead of the highly anticipated ceremony at Cape Town Stadium on Sunday, 23 March. “South Africa is endowed with an abundance of talent, and what a pleasure it is to […]

WTM Africa Reschedules China Ready® Workshop to 2026

  World Travel Market (WTM) Africa, in partnership with CBISN, today announced the strategic enhancement of its China Ready® Workshop. The workshop will be rescheduled for April 2026 and transformed into a more accessible Continuing Professional Education (CPE) format. The decision comes in direct response to industry feedback, with many exhibitors and tourism professionals expressing […]

WTM Africa’s Africa Tourism Investment Conference In Cape Town This April Set To Drive Major Continental Growth

  The Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), a cornerstone event of World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2025, will welcome industry leaders and investors to Cape Town on 10 April 2025. The conference, held in partnership with JLL, aims to catalyse tourism investment across Africa and encourage sustainable economic growth through cross-border collaboration. Taking place at […]

WTM Africa and CBISN launch China Ready® Workshop To Boost African Tourism Growth

  World Travel Market (WTM) Africa has announced the launch of its first-ever China Ready® Workshop in partnership with CBISN, aimed at helping African tourism businesses capture their share of the world’s largest outbound travel market. “With China’s outbound travel sector projected to reach 200 million travellers annually by 2028, the exclusive one-day intensive training […]

Explore The Great Outdoors

  Johannesburg, South Africa – In a series of new activations, The Rand Show, South Africa’s most iconic consumer show, is expanding its offering for 2025 with the exciting Caravan and Boating Exhibition. Taking place from 17–21 April 2025 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, this addition will celebrate the thrill of outdoor living, travel, […]

It’s new, it’s exciting, it’s The Rand Show 2025

  The Rand Show 2025 will bring visitors even more excitement, entertainment, and fun! After the resounding success of 2024, when over 80,000 attendees enjoyed an unforgettable experience, next year’s event promises to be even better. The Rand Show, being held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre (JEC), Nasrec, from 17 – 21 April, is where […]

Colour And Festivity To Erupt Once Again At The Stellenbosch Harvest Parade

  South Africa, Stellenbosch, January 2025: Excitement is building as the iconic Stellenbosch Harvest Parade returns to the streets of the country’s wine capital on Saturday, February 1. This beloved tradition brings together the vibrant community of Stellenbosch to celebrate the start of the grape harvest season with a spectacular procession of floats, music, and […]

De Beers Group Announces 2024 Shining Light Awards Winners

  De Beers Group is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Shining Light Awards, a jewellery design competition dedicated to empowering the next generation of designers from the countries where De Beers recovers diamonds, including Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa. Originally launched in 1995, the Shining Light Awards are part of the […]

Wishing You a Luxurious Christmas and a Prosperous 2025!

As the year draws to a close, we at Luxury Xclusives extend our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and belief in our journey. 2024 has been a year of growth, inspiration, and shared success. Together, we’ve celebrated milestones, embraced new possibilities, and made strides toward redefining luxury in Africa. As we reflect on the […]

A Maverick Mashup of Luxury and Beats

  Two-time Grammy award winner and the world’s best DJ*, Black Coffee is set to take over Cabo Beach for one unforgettable night, as Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt whisky, brings its definitive spirit to the vibrant city of Cape Town. The exclusive event, made possible through the collaboration between Glenfiddich and Cabo […]

South Africa’s Film Industry Boosts Tourism Economy with R5.2 Billion Foreign Investment

  South Africa’s film industry continues to captivate global filmmakers, significantly contributing to the nation’s flourishing tourism economy. Between November 2023 and June 2024, foreign film production investments totalled R2.52 billion, with projections exceeding R5 billion by October 2025. This surge underscores South Africa’s position as a global hub for film production, delivering direct economic […]

Experience The Magic Of Advent At Vergenoegd Löw In Stellenbosch

  This December, Vergenoegd Löw is hosting a series of enchanting Advent celebrations, offering a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the true spirit of the season. Be there when the estate comes alive with festive cheer, exceptional music, and the warmth of community. Each Sunday before Christmas Day, from 16:00 to 19:30, guests will […]