Esteemed colleagues and friends,
Reflecting on our inaugural AAVEA and IAAPA Africa Summit, I am filled with gratitude and pride in what we achieved together. This milestone event would not have been possible without the dedication and unwavering support of many of our esteemed partners and participants.
I extend my deepest thanks to our strategic partners at IAAPA Europe Middle East & Africa (EMEA), whose commitment and shared vision for the African attractions industry has been essential. Together with AAVEA, we have laid the groundwork for future collaborations that promise to inspire and innovate.
To our valued tourism partners – South African Tourism, Gauteng Tourism Authority, Mpumalanga Tourism & Parks Authority, and Webtickets: thank you for standing alongside us in our vision of enhancing the professionalism and competitiveness of visitor experiences throughout Africa. Your support signifies a collective belief that our potential is limitless.
I would also like to express my heartfelt appreciation to all our speakers and experts, whose world-class quality presentations and engaging conversations challenged us and ignited ideas that will shape the future of the African visitor attractions and experiences industry. You have not only enriched our aim to help increase the educational value of our event, but you have also shifted narratives, paving the way for exciting developments ahead.
Last but not least, a warm thank you to all delegates who joined us at the Institute of Attractions Professionals and the first-ever Africa summit. We hope that the learnings and networking opportunities will add value to your businesses, and that you enjoyed your time with us.
At AAVEA, we are deeply committed to ensuring that Africa’s unique voices and stories are shared with the world in authentic ways – ways that honour and preserve our rich heritage and natural assets. Our ongoing mission is to enhance capacity, expand networks, foster collaboration, sustainability and innovation.
Thank you once again for your participation. We eagerly anticipate witnessing the fruits of the lessons learnt, partnerships forged, and innovative ideas that will emerge from our collective efforts. I look forward to connecting and working with you as we grow the attractions industry across Africa.
Warmest Regards,
Mpume Mabuza
President and Chairperson
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