Chair, Senate Committee on Banking
Entrepreneur & Grandson of the Global Icon, Nelson Mandela
Founder & President - World Economic Congress
Founder and CEO - Silicon Harlem
Former New York Mayor
Accommodation is included in the Diamond and Gold packages. [Confirm partner hotels and inclusions.] If you are arranging your own stay, Durban offers options for every budget, from beachfront hotels to guesthouses in quieter suburbs such as Umhlanga, around 20 minutes north of the city centre. Staying close to the venue will save time each morning.
Ride-hailing apps are widely used in Durban and are the easiest way to get around. Many hotels also run shuttles to popular areas. For site visits, the conference provides transport, so you won’t need to arrange your own. If you plan to explore after the conference, you can hire a car, but remember that South Africans drive on the left.
The local currency is the South African rand (ZAR). Cards are accepted almost everywhere, and ATMs are easy to find. Tipping of around 10 to 15 percent is customary in restaurants.
Like any large city, Durban is best enjoyed with some common-sense precautions. Keep valuables out of sight, use registered taxis or ride-hailing apps rather than accepting lifts from strangers, and avoid walking alone in quiet areas at night. Your hotel can advise on which areas to visit and how to get there safely.
Durban has a warm, subtropical climate for most of the year, so pack light clothing, sunscreen and a hat, with a light jacket for air-conditioned rooms and cooler evenings. Business casual dress is suitable for conference sessions, with smart attire for the Mayoral Reception.
If you can, stay a few extra days. Durban’s beachfront promenade, the Victoria Street Market, the uShaka Marine World and the city’s famous bunny chow are all worth your time. KwaZulu-Natal is also home to the Drakensberg mountains and several game reserves within a few hours’ drive, making it easy to combine business with a safari or a weekend away
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Fly into King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban. Most international travellers connect through Johannesburg or Cape Town.
Yes. Registered delegates can request an invitation letter by contacting us with their full name, passport number and registration details.
Transport is provided for site visits. For daily travel to the venue, we recommend ride-hailing apps or hotel shuttles
Flights are included in the Diamond Package. Accommodation is included in the Diamond and Gold packages. Silver and Local Delegate registrations cover conference access only.
Durban is warm year-round. Pack light, breathable clothing, sunscreen and a light layer for evenings and air-conditioned rooms.
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