HATAB is delighted to announce the upcoming Annual Conference, commemorating four decades of transformative contributions to the tourism and hospitality sector in Botswana.
Scheduled for April 24-25 , this landmark event will take place in the scenic town of Maun and will be inaugurated by The President of the Republic of Botswana, Advocate Gideon Duma Boko under the theme “Botswana Tourism :What are the Conditions for Growth .” While the keynote speaker will be Honourable Minister of Environment and Tourism, Mr. Wynter Boipuso Mmolotsi.
As one of the most prestigious gatherings in Botswana’s corporate calendar, the HATAB Annual Conference will convene approximately 250 stakeholders including private and public sectors, NGO’s , International affiliates and other partners.
Together, they will engage in critical discussions aimed at addressing the current challenges and opportunities within the tourism industry. Since its establishment in 1985, the HATAB Annual Conference has been instrumental in advancing local tourism, encouraging collaboration, and fostering positive change within the hospitality sector.
This year’s conference not only marks the 40th anniversary of the HATAB Annual Conference but also serves as a platform for stakeholders to explore innovative strategies for sustainable growth in tourism. Participants can look forward to an enriching experience featuring:
➢ Keynote Speakers: Industry leaders, visionary entrepreneurs, and renowned experts will provide insights into the future trajectory of tourism and hospitality.
➢ Interactive Workshops: Engaging sessions designed to delve into emerging trends, technologies, and practical solutions to the pressing challenges faced by the industry today.
➢ Networking Opportunities: A unique chance for attendees to connect with key decision makers and potential partners, fostering relationships that can drive future collaborations.
➢ Exclusive Anniversary Celebrations: Special events will honor the remarkable journey of HATAB and recognize the individuals and organizations that have significantly contributed to the success of the industry.
Topics to be discussed are Botswana’s Emerging Economic Reality : Whither Tourism, Sectoral Performance – Recent trends and near term prospects, Diversifying the Botswana Tourism Product and maximizing Linkages , Tourism Statistics and Tourism in the System of National Accounts ,Botswana’s Tourism Development Strategy : Has it served us well, Roundtable Discussion : Facilitating Investment in Tourism, Sustainability and Community Participation and digital technologies and tourism development.
The HATAB Annual Conference has developed resolutions that have reformed policies and introduced innovative solutions to critical business issues.
