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Southern African Association For The Conference Industry

SAACI stands for the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI – Pronounced Sar-ki). We are a professional association that represents the meetings and events industry in Southern Africa. As SAACI, we play a crucial role in promoting and advancing the interests of our members, who include conference organisers, event planners, venues, suppliers, and other industry professionals.

Join the Community on Glue Up!

Glue Up is SAACI’s digital home for engaging, communicating, and collaborating with members and the broader business events industry. Here, you’ll find everything you need to host successful events in one place, including announcements, event registrations, discussions, updates, and interest-based communities.

SAACI News & Updates

When you sign up as a SAACI member or register for one of our events, you automatically get access to our Morning Memo newsletter, featuring the latest news and important updates from the MICE industry in Southern Africa.

Nominate an outstanding MICE professional to serve on SAACI’s Board!

Deadline: 27 June 2025

Upcoming Events

17 Jul
The 4th Meet Stellenbosch business event
Jan Mouton Learning Centre, Stellenbosch University + Google Map

Useful Resources

Morning Memo Newsletter

Stay up to date with the latest MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) news and trends with our weekly newsletter, preparing you to host successful events.

Use the My Glue App!

My Glue app gives you a new way to engage, network and receive important information about your events, memberships and more.

Eco-friendly Eventing

How to minimise your carbon footprint during events.

Security & Safety Measures
Crowd management, health and safety protocols, and more.

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What do we do?

SAACI serves as a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration within the business events industry. We provide our members with opportunities to connect with industry peers, exchange best practices, and stay updated on the latest trends and developments in our industry.

One of our key objectives is to advocate for the growth and sustainability of the business events industry in Southern Africa. This involves engaging with government bodies, tourism organisations, and other stakeholders to promote the value and impact of conferences, exhibitions, and other business events on the local economy.

We also focus on professional development and education within the industry. As an association, we offer training programs, workshops, and conferences to enhance the skills and knowledge of our members. These initiatives aim to elevate the standards of professionalism and service delivery in the business events sector.

Furthermore, we actively contribute to research and industry insights, providing valuable data and information to support decision-making and strategic planning within the business events community.

Patron Members

National Members

Industry Partners