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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 Final
(Until 23 Oct 2026)
IABC Member ZAR 8,200
Non-member ZAR 10,200
ⓘ Full conference package. Pricing excludes VAT.
Masterclass Add-ons
Masterclass 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 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 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 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 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 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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