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📍 Cape Town, South Africa  |  21 Oct–23 Oct 2026

IABC Africa Conference

Africa’s Premier Communications Conference of 2026

Join communication professionals from across Africa for three days of strategic insight, practical learning and high-value networking, focused on reputation, trust, influence and the future of communication.

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Event Overview

The IABC Africa Conference 2026 brings together communication professionals from across the continent to explore the future of strategic communication in a rapidly changing world. Delegates will gain practical insights, global perspectives and actionable strategies to strengthen reputation, influence and organisational trust.

  • 2-day conference access, pre-event cocktails and gala dinner.

Who Should Attend

Communications Directors and Managers
Public Relations Specialists
Corporate Affairs Managers
Internal Communication Managers
Brand Managers
Marketing Communication Specialists
HR and Employee Culture Specialists
Sustainability and ESG Communicators

Programme Snapshot

Strategic communication, influence and Africa’s development
Reputation, trust and stakeholder engagement
Sustainability communications and sustainable transformation
Crisis communication, resilience and reputation risk
Internal communication, culture and employee trust
Communication measurement and impact
Public affairs, advocacy and development communication
Leadership communication and advising under pressure
Digital communication, LinkedIn and AI visibility
AI, trust and the future of the communication profession
Registration Fees
Category Early Bird
(Closes 31 Aug 2026)
Final
(Until 23 Oct 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
GCCC Certification Masterclass
21 Oct 2026 · 09:00–12:30
A practical certification-focused masterclass for communicators thinking about earning their CMP or SCMP certification. It helps delegates choose the right certification level, strengthen their application and prepare with greater clarity and confidence
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
Marketing Communication: Growth Lessons from Global Marketing Best Practice
21 Oct 2026 · 13:00–14:30
Uses proven brand growth principles to help improve communication campaign performance, challenge common campaign myths and apply a practical checklist for stronger campaign effectiveness.
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
AI & Digital: Building AI & Entrepreneurship Ecosystems in Africa
21 Oct 2026 · 13:00–14:30
A practitioner’s case study on policy, partnerships and public engagement, exploring how AI, entrepreneurship and cross-sector collaboration can support African-led innovation and scalable business impact.
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
Quill Awards: Crack the Quill Code
21 Oct 2026 · 15:00–16:30
A practical behind-the-scenes session on how to turn strong communication work into a clear, credible and evidence-based Gold or Silver Quill award entry.
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,500 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
Explores how solutions journalism can help African newsrooms rebuild relevance, trust and impact by reporting credible, evidence-based responses to social challenges.
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,500 ZAR 3,000 ZAR 4,000
From Insight to Influence: Catalysing communication for measurable impact in African workplace
21 Oct 2026 · 15:00–16:30
ZAR 2,500 ZAR 3,500 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 Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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