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📍 Cape Town  |  21 Oct–23 Oct 2026

IABC Africa Conference 2026

Africa's Premier Communications Conference

Sub Description Africa’s communicators are rising to meet a new era. One defined by complexity, change, and opportunity. This is the first IABC Africa Conference in over a decade. It signals more than a return. It marks a bold commitment: that strategic communication is not merely relevant, it is indispensable to Africa’s growth, resilience, and influence on the global stage.

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IABC Africa Conference 2026
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Event Overview

Africa’s communicators are rising to meet a new era. One defined by complexity, change, and opportunity. This is the first IABC Africa Conference in over a decade. It signals more than a return. It marks a bold commitment: that strategic communication is not merely relevant, it is indispensable to Africa’s growth, resilience, and influence on the global stage.

Who Should Attend

Communication Leaders
PR & Media Professionals
Brand & Marketing Teams
ESG / Internal Comms / HR Leaders

Programme Snapshot

Pre-Conference Masterclasses
Sustainability Communications
Crisis Communications
Internal Communications
Strategic Communications
Innovative Communications
Digital & AI
Registration Fees
Category Early Bird
(Closes 31 Aug 2026)
Final
(From 01 Sep 2026)
IABC Member ZAR 6,960 ZAR 8,200
Non-member ZAR 8,960 ZAR 10,200
ⓘ Full conference package. Pricing excludes VAT.
Masterclass Add-ons
Masterclass Early Bird
Member
Early Bird
Non-member
Final
Member
Final
Non-member
GROWTH LESSONS FROM GLOBAL MARKETING BEST PRACTICE: Using proven brand growth principles to boost communication campaign performance
21 Oct 2026 · 13:00–14:30
Masterclass Description
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
AI & DIGITAL / QUILL AWARDS: What makes a Gold Quill entry strong
21 Oct 2026 · 13:00–14:30
Building AI & Entrepreneurship Ecosystems in Africa: A Practitioner’s Case Study on Policy, Partnerships, and Public Engagement. Join this practical best-practice session and take part in a strategic deep-dive into IABC Africa 2026 Gold Quill Awards.
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
MEDIA & PR: How Solutions Journalism is Shaping the Future of African Newsrooms
21 Oct 2026 · 15:00–16:30
Amid growing concerns about audience disengagement, trust deficits, and media sustainability, African newsrooms are exploring new ways to make journalism more relevant and impactful.
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
INTERNAL COMMUNICATION: From Insight to Influence: Catalysing Communication for Measurable Impact in African Workplaces
21 Oct 2026 · 15:00–16:30
In the dynamic landscape of African organizations, effective communication is not merely a function but a strategic imperative for sustainable growth and impact.
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
NETWORKING PAR EXCELLENCE
21 Oct 2026 · 15:00–16:30
Communication Management Professionals (CMPs), together with representatives from the African Union and AUDA-NEPAD, for a networking session centred on connection, conversation, and professional engagement.
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
ⓘ Price is per masterclass. Up to 3 masterclasses per delegate. Select during registration.
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Venue

Protea Hotel Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Portswood Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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