CAPE TOWN'S BID FOR THE WORLD POULTRY CONGRESS 2026
MESSAGE FROM JOHAN DU PLESSIS
It is the goal of the South African Branch to actively promote the goals of the WPSA in South Africa for Education, Research, and Organisation to build and strengthen the industry.
We also believe that a successful bid will be beneficial to Africa as a continent, where the poultry industry is growing. The South African Poultry Industry is the largest single contributor to the South African agricultural industry.
Cape Town provides an award winning convention centre within easy reach of a range of accommodation establishments and famous attractions.
We are pleased to submit a bid for consideration to host the 2026 World's Poultry Congress in Cape Town, South Africa.
Kind regards
Johan du Plessis - Chairperson of the Local Organising Committee
We also believe that a successful bid will be beneficial to Africa as a continent, where the poultry industry is growing. The South African Poultry Industry is the largest single contributor to the South African agricultural industry.
Cape Town provides an award winning convention centre within easy reach of a range of accommodation establishments and famous attractions.
We are pleased to submit a bid for consideration to host the 2026 World's Poultry Congress in Cape Town, South Africa.
Kind regards
Johan du Plessis - Chairperson of the Local Organising Committee
YOUR HOST CITY
Cape Town is one of the leading cities in Africa. The city is set within the unique Cape Floral Kingdom and is surrounded by the historic winelands of the Western Cape, which have helped earn the region a reputation as a gastronomic destination. The areas surrounding Cape Town offer unforgettable experiences, including wine estates, an abundance of adventure options and breathtaking natural landscapes.
Add to this an interesting cultural diversity and a creative spirit and you’ll discover why Cape Town and the Western Cape are Africa’s most popular tourist destination, and why Cape Town is the number one convention city in Africa.
Add to this an interesting cultural diversity and a creative spirit and you’ll discover why Cape Town and the Western Cape are Africa’s most popular tourist destination, and why Cape Town is the number one convention city in Africa.
CONGRESS VENUE - CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE
The CTICC is the leading venue for conferences, exhibitions and events on the African continent, located in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. The purpose-built events complex consists of CTICC 1 and CTICC 2, which are connected by a sky bridge and boasts a floor space of 140 855m². Whether you are planning a large international congress or a small half-day conference, our expansive conference facilities offer unrivalled flexibility. We offer over 19 years’ experience in service excellence driven by a dedicated team of professionals.
Furthermore, the CTICC is committed to contributing to the City of Cape Town’s vision of being Africa’s business events destination. We aim to achieve this by building on our reputation as a truly inspirational business that sets the global standard for excellence in business practices, hospitality and event hosting, both locally and internationally.
CTICC Virtual Tour: https://www.cticc.co.za/cticc-1-2-virtual-tour/
Furthermore, the CTICC is committed to contributing to the City of Cape Town’s vision of being Africa’s business events destination. We aim to achieve this by building on our reputation as a truly inspirational business that sets the global standard for excellence in business practices, hospitality and event hosting, both locally and internationally.
CTICC Virtual Tour: https://www.cticc.co.za/cticc-1-2-virtual-tour/
TOP REASON TO MEET IN CAPE TOWN
VALUE FOR MONEY
Cape Town is one of the most affordable business tourism and incentive travel destinations in the world, with an exchange rate that favours the dollar, pound and euro. Our currency is the South African Rand, and no, you won't be able to use your dollars here, but we do accept Visa, Mastercard and, at the rare shop, American Express. With a favourable exchange rate, you'll get more than enough bang for your buck. Cape Town has accommodation that caters for all types of budgets, whether you are looking for a backpacks, Airbnb or a 5 Star Luxury hotel, we have you covered.
Visit https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter for the current exchange rate calculator.
CENTRE OF LEARNING
Cape Town, and the Western Cape as a whole, is an intellectual magnet, with four world-class universities and research institutions in fields as diverse as astronomy, science, medicine and social politics. As a result, the region is fertile ground for intellectual dialogue and the exchange of ideas. As a result Cape Town and the Western Cape have hosted some of the world’s most prestigious world congresses.
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Cape Town is one of the most affordable business tourism and incentive travel destinations in the world, with an exchange rate that favours the dollar, pound and euro. Our currency is the South African Rand, and no, you won't be able to use your dollars here, but we do accept Visa, Mastercard and, at the rare shop, American Express. With a favourable exchange rate, you'll get more than enough bang for your buck. Cape Town has accommodation that caters for all types of budgets, whether you are looking for a backpacks, Airbnb or a 5 Star Luxury hotel, we have you covered.
Visit https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter for the current exchange rate calculator.
CENTRE OF LEARNING
Cape Town, and the Western Cape as a whole, is an intellectual magnet, with four world-class universities and research institutions in fields as diverse as astronomy, science, medicine and social politics. As a result, the region is fertile ground for intellectual dialogue and the exchange of ideas. As a result Cape Town and the Western Cape have hosted some of the world’s most prestigious world congresses.
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- The importance of the poultry industry to South Africa;
- Beauty and diversity of Cape Town (including the Cape Winelands, Table Mountain, Robben Island)
- A variety of tours and attractions that delegates and accompanying persons can enjoy in Cape Town;
