Welcome to Africa Event Connect!
Your go-to podcast for all things MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) in Africa! We’re here to bring you the latest buzz, exclusive insights, and expert advice from the events world, all with a friendly, insider’s twist. Produced by Exposure Marketing and powered by our incredible media partner, Business Events Africa, we’re diving deep into the industry that makes networking magic happen!
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Exclusive Industry Insights
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Africa EventConnect is more than just a podcast—it’s a community for MICE professionals across Africa. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned pro, we’re here to share trends, swap stories, and explore what’s next in events. Join us as we bring fresh episodes filled with practical tips, big ideas, and behind-the-scenes scoops from industry leaders. If you love events as much as we do, you’re in the right place!
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Projeni Pather, CEM-AP
Your go-to podcast for all things MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) in Africa! We’re here to bring you the latest buzz, exclusive insights, and expert advice from the events world, all with a friendly, insider’s twist. Produced by Exposure Marketing and powered by our incredible media partner, Business Events Africa, we’re diving deep into the industry that makes networking magic happen!
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Ep 17: Marketing Trends 2025: Lessons from the Nedbank IMC with Dale Hefer
Projeni Pather speaks with Dale Hefer, CEO of the Nedbank IMC Conference, about building South Africa’s leading marketing event. Dale reveals upcoming 2025 trends, lessons from hybrid events, content curation strategies, and why sponsor partnerships are essential....
Ep 16: How Data and Research Can Transform the Events Industry | Londi Khumalo
In this episode of Africa Event Connect, Projeni Pather sits down with Londi Khumalo, Chief Business Development Officer at Niche Partners, to unpack why the MICE industry in Africa still leans heavily on intuition over research. Londi shares her journey from...
Ep 15: The Truth About Diversity and Inclusion in Events – Pamela Xaba
Most people think diversity is about ticking boxes. But what if everything you believe about inclusion is incomplete - or worse, performative? In this episode, Projeni Pather sits down with Pamela Xaba, a transformation leader and founder of Nonkosi Creatives, to...
Ep 14: Festival of Eventing Is Here! And It’s Unlike Anything the Events Industry Has Seen Before
In this episode of Africa Event Connect, host Projeni Pather sits down with Keshni Reddy, Co-Founder of the Festival of Eventing, and Amanda Bokleni, the Festival’s Content Curator, to unpack one of the most exciting launches in Africa’s business events industry....
Ep 13: Women in MICE: Breaking Barriers and Building Legacies
Women are shaping the future of MICE and tourism, yet leadership challenges persist. In this episode of Africa Event Connect, Projeni Pather speaks with Professor Nellie Swart about breaking barriers, building careers, and driving change in the industry. Discover...
Ep 12: How Business Events Are Shaping Africa’s Future – Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo
Africa is making waves in the global business events industry, shaping trade, investment, and economic growth. In this episode, Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo, ex-Chief Convention Bureau Officer of the South African National Convention Bureau, joins Projeni Pather to discuss...
Ep 11: Bridging Economic Development and Tourism Investment – with Miller Motala
In this episode of Africa Event Connect, host Projeni Pather sits down with Miller Matola, founder and CEO of Millvest, to explore the transformative impact of the Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA). Discover how TIFA drives investment into Africa, fosters...
Ep 10: Secrets To Organising Southern Africa’s Largest Trade Show – with Charlene Hefer
Join us on the Africa Event Connect Podcast as we explore the art of organising and growing Electra Mining, Southern Africa’s largest trade show. Charlene Hefer, Portfolio Director at Specialised Exhibitions, shares insights into planning and executing a world-class...
Ep 9: Redefining Green Standards in Exhibitions – with Patrick Cronning
In this episode of the Africa Event Connect Podcast, host Projeni Pather sits down with Patrick Cronning, Commercial Director at ExpoGuys, to explore their pioneering Sustainable Stand Grading System. Learn how ExpoGuys is reshaping the future of exhibitions through...
Ep 8: Mastering Client Engagement in the Exhibitions Industry – with Tracy Gounden
In this episode of the Africa Event Connect Podcast, host Projeni Pather speaks with Tracy Gounden, Business Development Director at Messe Frankfurt, about the core principles of successful client engagement in the exhibitions industry. Drawing on a decade of...
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