Following months of rigorous consultations and negotiations AAXO (Association of African Exhibition Organisers) and EXSA (Exhibition and Events Association of Southern Africa) have signed an agreement to work together under the EIA (Exhibition Industry Alliance) umbrella. EXSA will focus on being a Supplier and Venue...
One of the core elements of AAXO’s mandate is to formalise and standardise the industry, by offering extensive and comprehensive training to both members and non-members. We believe that this is perhaps one of the most promising ways in which we can help the industry...
AAXO (Association of African Exhibition Organisers) and EXSA (Exhibition and Events Association of Southern Africa) just released that they will be working together once again under the Exhibition Industry Alliance (EIA) banner. These two industry giants will be co-hosting the AAXO ROAR Awards and EXSA-llence...
Now in its second year, the AAXO ROAR AWARDS is ready to welcome organiser and exhibitor entries. We believe that you should be rewarded for the hard work and effort that goes into planning each of your exhibitions. Please have a read through the entry guidelines,...
The Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) released the schedule for the African exhibition event of the year, held from 29 January to 2 February 2018. With the Exhibition of Exhibitions (EoE), AAXO ROAR Awards, International Safety Training and organiser, supplier and exhibitor training hosted...
AAXO would like to congratulate all the winners at the annual Top 40 Women in MICE awards which took place yesterday in Johannesburg, South Africa. Winners in the organiser category Name Surname Company Postion Abie Pantshwa Fresh Corporation CEO Alex Buckley Into Africa MICE Manager Amanda Cunningham The Wedding Expo Managing Director Candice Christians Invesco Owner Carolyn Melnick Scatterlings Conference & Events Project manager Chantal Koen Tourvest IME Programme manager Chardonnay Marchesi Africa Travel Week General manager Cheryl Norwood-Young Where Next...
Spintelligent, the multi-AAXO-award-winning Cape Town-based trade exhibition and conference organiser, had a strong first half of 2017 with all of four of its flagship events: African Utility Week, Agritech Expo Zambia, DRC Mining Week and Eduweek, pulling off record results and an exciting new Property...
Nigeria’s energy elite to focus on restoring investor confidence The rebranded Future Energy Nigeria will return to Lagos in November and will focus on the bold turnaround plan of the Nigerian government, known as the Power Sector Recovery Program, which is earmarked to restore investor confidence...
While Global Exhibitions Day 2017 (GED17) is a world-wide day-long celebration, Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) pulled out all the stops – celebrating GED17 over a full two days, with an action-packed line up of events. In line with AAXO’s GED17 theme of “Serving...
Carol Weaving, MD of Reed Exhibitions Africa, was re-elected as Chairperson of the Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO), the authority on credibility and professionalism in the exhibition industry in South Africa. The announcement was made during AAXO’s Annual General Meeting at Sandton Convention Centre...
The Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) are showing often overlooked exhibition venues and suppliers that they are essential to the industry by releasing their new Associate Membership tier. Announced at an industry launch on 8 June 2017 as part of their “Serving the Industry”...
*140 exhibitors expected *Registrations of local and international key players *Seven country pavilions planned With four months to go before the beginning of the trade fair it is clear that IFAT Africa is proving to be relevant to many exhibitors. Close to 100 companies have...
While Global Exhibitions Day 2017 (GED17) is a world-wide day-long celebration, Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) pulled out all the stops – celebrating GED17 over a full two days, with an action-packed line up of events. In line with AAXO’s GED17 theme of “Serving...
WTM Africa 2017 saw an increase of 17% in travel professional at this year’s exhibition, while other indicators are reason to celebrate the success of this world-class travel exhibition says Chardonnay Marchesi, General Manager of Africa Travel Week. “We are thrilled to announce that WTM Africa...
More than 80 exhibitors will be displaying their promotional items at Markex 2017, which this year celebrates a significant milestone: 30 years of showcasing dedicated marketing strategy and creativity in South Africa. For the first time this year, Markex will also be co-located with Madex...
The Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) announces an exciting schedule for what is set to include an action-packed celebration of Global Exhibitions Day at Madex from 7 to 8 June 2017. Among other activities, AAXO will be facilitating its popular Organiser and Exhibitor Training featuring...
It’s ladies first as African Utility Week Industry Awards Finalists are announced Former President Mandela’s PA Zelda la Grange guest speaker in Cape Town This year’s African Utility Week Industry Awards in Cape Town on 17 May will have a distinctly feminine feel with an all women...
In keeping with their continued endeavours to professionalise and grow the exhibition industry in Africa and South Africa, the Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) have welcomed Pat Lofstedt to the position of General Manager of AAXO as from the 3rd of April 2017. “From the...
EU support for businesses networking through Business Beyond Borders at African Utility Week By participating in B2B meetings at the renowned South African international trade fair, SMEs in the water & power utility sector can benefit from EU support. This opportunity will help them expand their businesses...
Exclusive interview with Harald Hirschhofer, Senior Advisor, The Currency Exchange Fund (TCX), The Netherlands. Harald is organising a TCX Risk Mitigation workshop during the F&I Forum at African Utility Week, taking place in Cape Town from 16-18 May, and will address attendees on “Understanding of...
World Bank to show how Africa’s electricity providers can be profitable and still make electricity affordable at African Utility Week in Cape Town “Rather than tariff increases, cost reductions are often the best first step towards financial viability” A new World Bank study presents a sobering assessment...
ZNFU: “Zero rate agriculture needed to make Zambia breadbasket” 20 000+ farmers to gather at Agritech Expo in Chisamba next week “The only way we can achieve the status of being a breadbasket is to zero rate agriculture” says Mr Jervis Zimba, President of the Zambia National Farmers’...
By Nick Sarnadas, event director: Madex 2017, Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery JOHANNESBURG – March 29, 2017 - Hey, did you hear the one about Pope Francis shocking the world by endorsing Donald Trump for president? He even released a statement! And, oh my gosh, this story must...
Hypenica, one of the continent’s most innovative smart media and event organizations, has successfully hosted and launched The Kwazulu Natal Construction Expo - the region's` only dedicated trade show for the built environment. Of the main economic sectors, the fastest growing in Kwazulu Natal is construction...
African Utility Week welcomes back Shell as platinum sponsor as company remains committed to supporting the energy sector “Choosing the right oil is essential” The award-winning African Utility Week has welcomed back a longstanding supporter, the global energy giant Shell, who will be a platinum sponsor again...
AMDC’s Dr Kojo Busia at DRC Mining Week: “the African Mining Vision truly represents a win-win for all” Thousands to gather for mining conference and expo in Lubumbashi in June “Enhancing linkages and diversification will be the key message at DRC Mining Week” says Dr. Kojo Busia, Acting...
Armyworm, aquaculture and other exciting and interactive workshops and demos at Agritech Expo Zambia in Chisamba “Aquaculture sector has a very high potential for alleviating poverty” The upcoming Agritech Expo at GART in Chisamba will once again offer free workshops offering practical advice as well as live...
The Association for African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) released ground-breaking industry-first research into the economic impact of the exhibition industry in South Africa at a media breakfast on 5 April 2017. AAXO commissioned the study to assess the impact of the exhibition industry on the South African...
Next weekend, the 8th and 9th of April 2017, sees the Western Cape play host to a first of a kind exhibition – The Property Buyer Show – aimed at first-time residential buyers and property investors looking to expand their portfolio. This innovative exhibition is...
AFGRI platinum sponsor at Agritech Expo Zambia in Chisamba in April As in previous years, Agritech Expo Zambia enjoys extensive support from the agri industry with the well-known supplier AFGRI Corporation Ltd., the sole John Deere distributor in Zambia, returning as platinum sponsors again. “The annual Agritech...