South Coast to host conservation symposium
Some 250 delegates will be welcomed to the symposium.
The South Coast will host the environmentally focused Conservation Symposium from October 31 to November 5 in Scottburgh.
The Conservation Symposium, which is a platform to facilitate the sharing of ideas and solutions to contemporary conservation issues in Africa, will be hosted in the region for the first time, entrenching it as as a top Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE), and events destination; said CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE), Phelisa Mangcu.
She added that they are excited to be welcoming some 250 delegates to the symposium which will be held at The Premier Resort Cutty Sark and Blue Marlin Hotel.
Mangcu said this serves the dual purpose of highlighting the South Coast as a key events destination, while celebrating the amazing conservation efforts and environmental significance of the region.
“SCTIE is dedicated to promoting economic growth through innovation, investments and tourism. By hosting such high-profile events, SCTIE is welcoming new visitors to the area while also attracting new investment. To facilitate MICE events, SCTIE launched the innovative Meeting Planner Guide at the Meetings Africa exhibition in Johannesburg earlier this year. This comprehensive guide is a one-stop directory for all business conferences, meetings, team building and accommodation requirements. It consists of a detailed list of existing MICE venues, teambuilding activities on offer, and relevant contact information,” said Mangcu.
She added that The Conservation Symposium is hosted by Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife in partnership with the University of KwaZulu-Natal, WildOceans, WildTrust, Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT), CapeNature, Nature Environment and Wildlife Filmmakers (NEWF), and the Environmental Law Association (ELA).
Event organiser, Freyni du Toit said they are thrilled to announce the venues for this year’s Conservation Symposium.
Du Toit added that located just 1.4km from each other, the venues will be the centre of the Symposium, adding that it will allow attendees to enjoy a slice of the beautiful South Coast before, during or after the symposium.
Meanwhile, Mangcu said in between networking and talks during the Symposium, delegates will also be hosted on various tours that showcase the South Coast’s many eco-friendly and sustainable initiatives.
She said these will include a frogging tour of the wetlands from Crocworld Conservation Centre and guided walks in nature reserves including TC Robertson Nature Reserve and Vernon Crookes.
Mangcu said there will also be snorkelling in a Marine Protected Area, a hike along a part of the Umzumbe River Trail, a Green Flag Trail, viewing wild Cape Vultures at the Oribi Vulture Viewing Hide, as well as a visit to the Ntelezi Msani Heritage Centre.
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