In an industry that craves novelty and personalisation, drinks are where brands show personality – and the Beverage Hub is designed to let that personality shine through every sip.
The hospitality industry in South Africa is evolving rapidly, and coffee has become far more than a beverage – it is now a cultural touchpoint, a marker of quality, and a vital part of the guest exper
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Johannesburg, January 2026 – From a single hall at NASREC in 1986 to one of South Africa’s longest-running trade shows, Hostex 2026 marks a major milestone: 40 years of connecting professionals in foo
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02 Feb 2026
Thought leadership article by Lindiwe Sangweni-Siddo, City Lodge Hotels
JOHANNESBURG, January 2026: South Africa’s tourism industry is entering a period of rapid reinvention, driven by shifting traveller expectations, digital evolution, sustainability demands, and a growi
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20 Jan 2026
By Omelele (Omie) Mmbo, FNB: Business Development Head| SME
South Africa’s farm to fork chain is changing fast. From primary producers to township takeaways and boutique hotels, everyone is dealing with rising input costs, energy insecurity, logistics bottlen
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Johannesburg, South Africa – As Hostex celebrates 40 years of connecting the hospitality, food and beverage industry, its 2026 edition is putting the spotlight firmly on small business. The newly expa
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With South Africa’s G20 Leaders’ Summit set for 22 to 23 November 2025 in Johannesburg, Hostex is convening a fast-paced webinar on 30 September to put the country’s hospitality, food, drink and retai
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Six industry leaders will help Hostex celebrate 40 years of opening doors when the show returns to the Sandton Convention Centre from 8 to 10 March 2026. Announced during a lively webinar that explor
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