Market access
Connect township and village tourism products with buyers, destination partners and new routes to market.
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Discover the experience.
Take a closer look at township tourism through the Kasi2kasi campaign. Discover the people, places and experiences that inspire us to connect, explore and support local tourism.
CAMPAIGN FILM · 3 MIN 34 SECCampaign footage showcasing township tourism; conference details are listed separately on this website.
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Conference focus
Built around what businesses
need next
Digital readiness
Turn visibility into bookings through practical digital tools, content and visitor information.
Inclusive growth
Strengthen local ownership, youth and women’s participation, procurement and community benefit.
Trade connections
Create a working space for businesses, government, private-sector partners and state agencies to connect and explore trade.
01 / The conference
A national conversation.
A practical way forward.
Hosted by the South African Township and Village Tourism Association (SATOVITO), the 5th National Intra-Trade Conference brings township and village businesses together with government, the private sector and state agencies.
SATOVITO promotes authentic, indigenous tourism experiences and works to expand the tourism value chain to include township and village businesses. With a footprint across all nine provinces, it supports market access, collaboration and inclusive participation in the tourism economy. About SATOVITO ↗
Our focus is practical: how we work together to contribute to South Africa’s tourism growth strategy, strengthen trade across the tourism value chain, and create more opportunities for local businesses.
UP TO
1,000
tourism products across the value chain in SATOVITO’s network.1,000
About SATOVITO · 2026 milestones
A year of creating connections
and opening opportunities.
The conference builds on SATOVITO’s 2026 programme of events, dialogue and business learning for township and village tourism.
Township and Village Tourism Expo
Hosting a platform that brings tourism products, businesses and potential partners together, with a focus on visibility and market readiness.
National roundtable
Hosting a national conversation on the priorities, barriers and practical partnerships needed to grow township and village tourism.
BQV & insights webinars
Hosting BQV and insights webinars to share knowledge, encourage business learning and support informed participation in the tourism value chain.
Member engagement & intra-trade
Continuing opportunities for networking, information sharing and connections across SATOVITO’s tourism product network.
02 / The programme
Two days of ideas.
And the business of action.
The conference dates are confirmed for 26–27 November 2026. The programme below is a planning draft; sessions, speakers and times remain subject to SATOVITO’s confirmation. All times are South African Standard Time.
Day 1 · Thursday, 26 November 2026
Connect, learn & identify opportunities
Arrival, registration & networking
Welcome delegates and begin connections across the tourism value chain.
Opening & welcome
SATOVITO’s welcome and shared priorities for the conference.
Tourism growth: the township & village opportunity
A proposed keynote on practical contributions to South Africa’s tourism growth strategy.
Partnerships that unlock opportunity
Businesses, government, private-sector partners and state agencies discuss workable solutions.
Networking break
Market access & intra-trade in practice
Explore shared itineraries, local procurement, referrals and routes to market.
Lunch break & informal connections
Digital readiness for tourism businesses
Practical discussion on digital visibility, content and converting interest into bookings.
Business support & investment readiness
Discuss enterprise development and pathways to support.
Afternoon break
Tourism product introductions & B2B connections
Introduce businesses and identify potential trade partners.
Day 1 reflections & Day 2 priorities
Capture opportunities to develop in the next day’s sessions.
Day 2 · Friday, 27 November 2026
Build partnerships & agree practical actions · Ends at 15:00
Arrival & networking
Reconnect with delegates and prospective partners.
Day 1 recap & Day 2 priorities
Review the key opportunities and set the day’s practical objectives.
Inclusive growth across the value chain
Local ownership, participation by youth and women, and community benefit.
Networking break
Working groups: collaborative tourism products
Develop ideas for shared packages, local supply chains and partnerships.
Business-to-business connections
Identify partners and agree practical next steps.
Lunch break
Shared action agenda
Identify proposed actions, potential partners and follow-up responsibilities.
Report-back & proposed resolutions
Consolidate working-group outcomes and priority actions.
Closing & next steps
SATOVITO closing remarks. The conference concludes at 15:00.
03 / People & place
Meet in Kuruman.
Connect across the country.
Kuruman, Northern Cape, is the host destination for the 5th National Intra-Trade Conference.
Join us on 26–27 November 2026. The exact venue and travel information will be announced once confirmed.
Explore Kuruman on the map ↗Who should be in the room?
- Township & village tourism businesses ↗
- Accommodation & hospitality providers ↗
- Tour operators, guides & experience creators ↗
- Government & tourism authorities ↗
- Private-sector partners & buyers ↗
- State agencies & enterprise support bodies ↗
04 / Delegate information
Your next connection
could start here.
Be part of a practical conversation about the future of township and village tourism in South Africa.
Bring your business, your ideas and your willingness to collaborate.
Delegate registration fee
R500per delegate
Fee inclusions and registration terms will be confirmed by SATOVITO.
Delegate registration is open
Complete the delegate form, pay R500 by EFT and upload proof of payment. SATOVITO will verify your payment before confirming attendance.
Complete the delegate form, pay R500 by EFT and upload proof of payment. SATOVITO will verify your payment before confirming attendance.
Make Kuruman part of your story
Stay local.
Explore a little further.
Choose from guesthouses, hotels and country lodges, with property photos, booking links and direct enquiries. Discover township creativity, village heritage and the Oasis of the Kalahari.
Accommodation and excursions are arranged separately from conference registration.
Before you join us
A few useful details.
Who is hosting the conference?
SATOVITO — the South African Township and Village Tourism Association — is hosting the 5th National Intra-Trade Conference. SATOVITO has up to 1,000 tourism products across the value chain.
When and where will it take place?
The conference takes place on 26–27 November 2026 in Kuruman, Northern Cape. The exact venue will be announced.
How much does delegate registration cost?
The delegate registration fee is R500 per delegate. SATOVITO’s banking details are on the registration form. Fee inclusions and remaining terms will be confirmed by SATOVITO.
Is the programme final?
No. The dates are confirmed for 26–27 November 2026. This is a draft two-day programme; SATOVITO will confirm the final agenda, speakers and session times.
How do I register and confirm attendance?
Yes. Complete the delegate registration form, then pay R500 by EFT using the listed SATOVITO banking details. Attach your proof of payment immediately or return using your private registration link. SATOVITO confirms attendance after reviewing payment.