Events

The World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ) 2025 will take place from 1-5 December 2025 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, South Africa, under the theme “Science journalism and social justice: journalism that builds understanding and resilience”. The conference will bring together science journalists, editors, communicators, researchers, and stakeholders to explore how science reporting can support more just, informed, and resilient societies in the face of global challenges.​

Organised by the South African Science Journalists’ Association (SASJA) with the support

The IAAE Summit - Century City takes place on 19 June 2026, with registration starting at 08:00 and the summit running until 16:00. Entry is free, welcoming entrepreneurs and SMMEs from the Western Cape to a full day of practical business insights, compliance support, and networking.

As part of a nine-province series, this summit focuses on unpacking one critical building block of the Business Model Canvas, providing participants with expert-led, recorded masterclasses for ongoing learning. Attendees will have access to sessions with corporate procurement specialists, learning how to become

The IAAE Summit at Mbombela is scheduled for 22 May 2026, with registration opening at 08:00 and the programme running until 16:00. Entry is free, providing local entrepreneurs and SMMEs with direct access to advanced business strategies and market opportunities.

Part of a national series, this summit focuses on equipping attendees with practical knowledge centred around one of the critical building blocks of the Business Model Canvas. Participants will benefit from an expert-led, recorded masterclass designed for ongoing learning; plus, insights from corporate procurement leaders will unpack

The IAAE Summit - Kimberley, taking place on 24 April 2026 with registration starting at 08:00 and sessions running until 16:00, offers free entry to entrepreneurs and SMMEs seeking practical growth tools and market access. This summit forms part of a national series focused on unlocking business potential by guiding attendees through each building block of the Business Model Canvas.

Participants will benefit from expert-led, recorded masterclasses, insight from corporate procurement leaders on supplier and vendor readiness, and targeted compliance support from SARS, CIPC, and SEDFA. Practical

The IAAE Summit - Bloemfontein takes place on 27 March 2026, with registration opening at 08:00 and the event running until 16:00. Attendance is free of charge, making this a key occasion for entrepreneurs and SMMEs in the region to fast-track their business growth and market access.

As one in a national series, the summit is designed to equip participants with practical skills and real-world insights built around the Business Model Canvas. Each summit in the series unpacks a different, critical building block ensuring depth and focus whether the topic is Value Proposition, Customer Segments

The IAAE Summit - East London forms part of a national series dedicated to equipping South African entrepreneurs and SMMEs with the practical tools and strategies to grow sustainable businesses. Over 12 months, nine summits will unpack the Business Model Canvas pillar by pillar, from Value Proposition to Customer Segments, Channels, and Revenue Streams helping attendees master each critical building block.

The East London event features a focused masterclass, access to recorded content for continuous learning, and direct engagement with corporate procurement specialists who unveil what it takes

The SHEVolution Summit 2025 is a landmark women’s event presented by African Knowledge Solutions, taking place from November 27-28, 2025, in Johannesburg, South Africa. With the theme “Develop. Transform. Lead.,” this game-changing platform unites women leaders from across the public and private sectors to ignite transformation, break barriers, and boldly lead Africa into a new era of inclusive leadership.

The summit invites attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors to join a movement that prioritizes networking, leadership innovation, and socio-economic transformation. Participants can expect

Overview of the 2026 Global Business Summit (GBS-2026)

The 2026 Global Business Summit (GBS-2026) will be held over two days.

• Date of Conference: 17th - 18th January 2026.

• Location: Johannesburg, South Africa.

The event follows several important deadlines, including the Early Bird Registration deadline on 18th December 2025, the Paper Submission Deadline on 26th December 2025, and the Last Date of Registration on 02nd January 2026.

Purpose and Focus

The Global Business Summit (GBS) is an endeavour aimed at scripting economic change. The primary goals and focus areas of the GBS include:

• Convenin

Overview of Food and Beverage West Africa (FAB West Africa)

Food and Beverage West Africa 2026 will take place from June 9–11, 2026, at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, Nigeria. This trade show is designed to connect global food and beverage exporters with buyers and distributors from across West Africa, with an anticipated expansion to a new fifth hall. It is described as Africa's largest dedicated food and beverage trade event and focuses on products ranging from FMCG and ingredients to machinery and packaging. 

Event details

• Dates: June 9–11, 2026
• Location: Landmark Centre, Lagos, Nigeria
• Focus: To

The Tropics Summit & Countries Showcase is Africa's premier platform for policymakers, industry leaders, investors, CEOs, entrepreneurs, academics, development finance institutions, sovereign wealth funds, startups, and the African economic diaspora. This gathering is designed for those aiming to drive sustainable investment, foster alliances, tap into new growth sectors, and champion Africa’s strategic role under South Africa’s G20 Presidency.​

Event Focus and Goals

The 9th annual Tropics Summit focuses on:

• Accelerating regional integration and intra-African trade.​
• Facilitating multilateral

This conference is the premier gathering for students, academicians, researchers, faculties, and industry professionals from around the world. The event is designed for those seeking to learn from thought leaders, share cutting-edge research, and stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

The International Conference on Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry and Orthodontics (ICACDO-25) aims to provide a platform for discussion, collaboration, and innovation. Key goals include:

• Fostering collaboration and innovation across different fields and industries.

• Showcasing cutting-edge

Overview of the Africa Food Show

The Africa Food Show is scheduled for three days: Wednesday to Friday, 10 – 12 June 2026. The event runs daily from 10AM to 5PM.

The show is hosted in Cape Town, South Africa, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre 1 (CTICC 1).

Historically, the 2026 event follows a successful rebrand in 2025 from the previous event known as Africa’s Big 7.

Participants and Audience

The event is designed for trade and industry professionals. Admission is free for these professionals, but visitors under the age of 18 are not permitted.

The primary audience includes:

• Trade