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- Event Safety Summit
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Event Safety Summit SACIA’s Event Safety Summit brings together professionals from the entertainment, sports, and corporate event industries to discuss all aspects of safety, security, and health at live events. Featuring a diverse lineup of presentations, panels, and workshops, the Summit provides attendees with actionable insights, fosters collaboration among like-minded professionals, and inspires a renewed commitment to prioritising safety in all aspects of the events and entertainment industry. |
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Keynote speaker: Minister Gayton Mackenzie It is with great honour that we welcome our keynote speaker for this year's Event Safety Summit, the Honourable Minister Gayton McKenzie. A prominent figure in South African politics and a leader known for his decisive and hands-on approach to public service and community safety, Minister McKenzie brings a unique and invaluable perspective to our gathering. From his impactful tenure as the Mayor of the Central Karoo District, where he tackled complex civic challenges head-on, to his current influential role as Minister of Sport, Arts & Culture, his commitment to creating secure and orderly environments is well-documented. During the Summit, he will share his insights on leadership, risk management, and the imperative of a safety-first culture in ensuring the success and security of public gatherings. |
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Who should attend? The objective of the Event Safety Summit is to bring together every function required to deliver safe events, so we can share knowledge and learn from one another. This is a conference for:
At the 2025 conference, there will be many opportunities for informal networking and socialising, establishing connections, and meeting potential new clients across the two days |
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Venue: Carnival City Located near O.R. Tambo International Airport, is a convenient and cost-effective multi-venue conference and banqueting destination in Gauteng. It offers on-site accommodation and a wide variety of restaurants to satisfy every palate. |
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Accommodation: Choose between the four-star Carnival City Hotel or the budget-friendly City Lodge Hotel. The four-star Carnival City Hotel offers 105 stylish rooms with excellent restaurants and complimentary wi-fi, while delegates looking for a budget accommodation option can utilise the Carnival City Road Lodge. Don’t worry about driving back home after our networking dinner on 12 August – simply book your stay at these conveniently situated hotels and you’ll be ready to join us for our keynote address on Wednesday, 13 August. Both hotels are offering great deals on delegate accommodation. Road Lodge booking link: https://citylodgehotels.com/our-hotels/Road%20Lodge/101 Carnival Hotel booking link: https://www.suninternational.com/carnival-city/rooms/ |
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Event Safety Networking dinner: Join us at the New Orleans Cocktail Bar and Grill for a networking dinner on Tuesday, 12 August. We’ll combine great entertainment with great food in an evening that celebrates the achievements of our members. We’ll also award designation certificates to our newest members, recognising their commitment to safety in an events environment. Tickets for the dinner are available at this link. |  |
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Cost: Registration fee for SACIA members (and members of supporting Associations) is R2,750 incl VAT Registration fee for non-SACIA members is R3,750. Incl VAT Cost includes unlimited tea and coffee and a light lunch on 12 August. Accommodation and tickets for the networking dinner at the New Orleans Cocktail Bar need to be booked separately. Register for the networking dinner at this link. |
 Supporting Associations and CPD Members of supporting associations are entitled to participate at the SACIA member price, but will need to enter a discount code provided by the association. Designated members of SACIA, SAIOSH and the Disaster Management Institute of South Africa can also claim CPD points for their participation. |
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