South Africa invites Chennai to discover MICE and leisure offerings
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Initiative designed to build stronger connections between South African Tourism and India’s corporate sector.
South African Tourism continues the fifth edition of its flagship corporate engagement initiative, ‘Corporate Think Tank’, with Chennai as the second stop of this leg. The event welcomed over 20 corporate leaders and provided a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and explore new avenues for collaboration.
The event was led by Deepika Nair, Acting Trade Manager, South African Tourism, discussing South Africa’s strong position as a top MICE destination, supported by better connectivity through upcoming direct flights from India and easier visa processes. With quicker approvals in just five working days and initiatives like the Trusted Tour Operators Scheme, travelling to South Africa is becoming smoother for Indian businesses.
The Corporate Think Tank serves as a strategic platform for us to engage directly with India’s corporate leaders and gain deeper insights into their evolving travel priorities,” said Gcobani Mancotywa, Regional General Manager – Asia, Australia, and Middle East, South African Tourism. “We are delighted to bring this initiative to Chennai, a city renowned for its industrial strength, entrepreneurial spirit, and rapidly expanding corporate ecosystem. The discussions here have been both insightful and promising, reaffirming Chennai’s position as a key driver of South Africa’s MICE growth story. As India continues to stand among our fastest-growing markets, we remain committed to fostering meaningful partnerships and welcoming an increasing number of corporate groups and business events from Chennai to South Africa
With 47% of India’s population currently aged 15 to 54, MICE is projected to rise to 60% by 2025 and 56% by 2050 corporate spending on overseas events, expanding infrastructure, and enhanced global connectivity are set to propel India into a global MICE powerhouse, positioning South Africa as a natural and compelling partner in this upward journey.
