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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! Why Tune In?• Exclusive Industry Insights: Stay ahead of the latest trends and strategies driving the MICE industry.• Expert Opinions: Gain perspectives from leading professionals and thought leaders who are redefining the events landscape.• Best Practices: Learn actionable tips and techniques to enhance your events, conferences, and exhibitions.Africa Event Connect 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, an
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- 1 weeks ago53 min
Why Most African Events Fail Before They Begin
What if your event was already failing before the venue was booked? In this episode, Projeni Pather speaks with Mulemwa Moongwa, Meeting Architect and former Central Bank of Zambia planner about designing events for outcomes, not attendance, and why the brief is where most African events are won or lost. YouTube · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
- 3 weeks ago52 min
The Psychology of Event Design & The Future of Experiences in Africa
What separates an event people attend from one they never forget? In this episode, Projeni Pather speaks with Tamlynne Wilton-Gurney, CEO of IDNA Africa about the psychology of event design, emotional storytelling, and why Africa is uniquely positioned to lead the future of experiential events. YouTube · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
- May 1, 202646 min
AI, Technology & The Future of Exhibitions
Exhibitions are evolving as AI and technology reshape how value is created and experienced. In this conversation, Projeni Pather and Errol Bryce explore innovation, leadership, and the practical application of technology in the events industry, focusing on what is truly driving progress and what requires more intentional adoption moving forward. YouTube · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
- Apr 17, 202650 min
The Economic Impact of Business Events in Johannesburg
Johannesburg is more than an economic hub, it is a driver of connection, opportunity, and growth across the continent. In this episode of Africa Event Connect, Rendani Khorombi of the Johannesburg Tourism Company shares how business events shape cities, influence industries, and contribute to long-term economic impact. From global positioning to partnerships and legacy, this conversation explores what makes a destination competitive. A powerful reminder that the true value of events lies beyond the room in the impact they leave behind. YouTube · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
- Apr 3, 20261h 1m
Designing Meetings for Impact, Not Attendance
Are we designing meetings for impact — or simply organising gatherings? In this episode of Africa Event Connect, Projeni Pather sits down with Maarten Vanneste, meeting industry leader from Belgium and author of Meeting Architecture, to challenge how we approach MICE — Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions. With over three decades of experience, Maarten reframes meetings as intentional tools for transformation, not just attendance. From psychology and learning design to outcomes and participant engagement, this conversation explores what it takes to move beyond logistics and design experiences that deliver real value. Because the future of meetings isn’t about scale. It’s about impact. YouTube · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
- Mar 20, 202643 min
From Buzzwords to Real Action: What Sustainability Actually Looks Like in Events
Sustainability is everywhere in event marketing - but rarely embedded into real delivery. In this episode of Africa Event Connect, Herkie du Preez, Founder and CEO of STRONG PR, Marketing and Events, and a CEPA-certified event professional, breaks down how event professionals can move from intention to measurable impact across design, PR, procurement, and execution. YouTube · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
- Mar 16, 202650 min
Hosting the G20: Leadership, Readiness & Global Credibility
In this episode of Africa Event Connect, Projeni Pather speaks with Adele Hartdegen, CEO of the Johannesburg Expo Centre, about hosting the G20 Summit. The conversation explores leadership under pressure, venue readiness, stakeholder collaboration, and what delivering a summit of this scale means for South Africa and Africa’s global credibility. YouTube · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
- Feb 13, 202637 min
Managing Change, Leadership & Service Excellence
The exhibitions and events industry is under constant pressure, facing economic challenges, evolving client expectations, workforce shifts, and the rapid introduction of new technologies like AI. In this episode of Africa Event Connect, host Projeni Pather sits down with Pamela Robinson, a global leadership facilitator and corporate trainer with over fifteen years’ experience across hospitality, healthcare, and corporate sectors. Pamela brings a unique blend of strategy, psychology, and real-world leadership insight, shaped by her work across the Caribbean, Asia, and North America. She also draws on her recent IMEX Las Vegas keynote, “The Soul of Service: Leadership, AI, and the Human Touch,” to explore how leaders can guide teams through uncertainty without losing the human connection that defines service-driven industries. Together, they discuss: • Reframing uncertainty as an opportunity for growth • Leadership in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments • Emotional intelligence during moments of delivery pressure • Calm leadership onsite • Service excellence in people-driven industries • How leaders can balance technology with empathy This episode offers practical insight for event professionals and industry leaders navigating change while striving for consistency, performance, and exceptional service. YouTube · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
About Africa Event Connect
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! Why Tune In?• Exclusive Industry Insights: Stay ahead of the latest trends and strategies driving the MICE industry.• Expert Opinions: Gain perspectives from leading professionals and thought leaders who are redefining the events landscape.• Best Practices: Learn actionable tips and techniques to enhance your events, conferences, and exhibitions.Africa Event Connect 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, an
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