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Century City Conference Centre
Address: 4 Energy Lane, Century City, Cape Town, 7446
Phone: 021 204 8000
Website: https://ccconferencecentre.co.za/
The venue is conveniently located a short drive away from Cape Town city centre and Cape Town International airport. Plenty of accommodation, dining, and shopping options are available nearby (see below)
The official language of the meeting will be English, no simultaneous translations will be provided. Coffee, snacks, and lunch are provided as part of the registration fee to all delegates. Smoking inside the conference centre is forbidden and name badges must be worn at all times for security reasons.
The registration desk will be located in the exhibition hall. Registration will open at 10h00 on 7 February 2025
CORONAVIRUS COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic status in South Africa is monitored closely and the most up-to-date information can be found here. Active cases in the Western Cape/Cape Town can be monitored here.
The regulations for international travellers will vary according to the alert level declared by the government, available here. Updated and relevant travel information will be provided to attendees in the months before the conference to allow them to plan their trip.
Cape Town, also known as the “Mother City”, is a multicultural and cosmopolitan centre in South Africa and it often features amongst the top must-visit tourist destinations in the World. Besides its remarkable cultural and historical significance, its world-class restaurants, and its pleasant climate, Cape Town is truly unique because of its location: nested between two oceans and the towering slopes of Table Mountain, and surrounded by scenic winelands. With direct flights from several major international air traffic hubs, it is easy and affordable to reach.
Cape Town has a Mediterranean climate, with mild, moderately wet winters and dry, warm summers. The summer months in Cape Town stretch from December through to March, while cooler weather sets in from April through to November. In February, temperatures can reach a sizzling 29°C (84°F) as the average high temperature. During the hottest part of the day, which is normally midday or late afternoon, visitors should plan to stay out of the sunshine to avoid heatstroke and sunburn.
The evenings in Cape Town are cooler, and the average low temperature drops to 16°C (61°F), the same as in January. Meanwhile, pleasant mornings and evenings are perfect for dining al fresco and exploring the outdoor attractions around Cape Town. The average temperature for the month of February is 23°C (73°F).
Citizens of a large number of countries enjoy visa-free travel to South Africa and only need a valid passport. All travellers are recommended to check their visa status with their local South African embassy or consulate. following the Covid-19 pandemic. A list is provided below for convenience, but it is subject to change without notice. Visa letters of invitation will be provided to attendees requiring one.
http://www.home-affairs.gov.za/index.php/countries-exempt-from-sa-visas
Visitors travelling with children are advised to consult and comply with the regulations for minors travelling through South African ports of entry.
Important: while there is no risk of yellow fever in South Africa, a proof of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter the country only if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever. A list provided below, but attendees are advised to check with their travel agent.
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/service/yellow-fever-certificates
Cape Town and most of South Africa are malaria risk-free areas. Malaria is confined only to the north-eastern parts of the country (the Lowveld of Mpumalanga and Limpopo and on the Maputaland coast of KwaZulu-Natal) and prophylaxis should be considered only if visiting these areas.
The South African Rand (ZAR) is the local currency. All major credit cards are accepted throughout South Africa. Foreign exchange can be done at the airport as well as at all major hotels and a passport will be required for ALL forex transactions. Alternatively cash can be withdrawn using foreign bank cards (check with your local bank or notify them of your trip to South Africa) at most ATMs (there are 2 located at the Century City Conference Centre and Hotel – ABSA and Standard Bank). Notes come in denominations of R10, R20, R50, R100 and R200; and coins come in 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, R1, R2 and R5. There are two R5 coins in circulation, both of which are legal currency. All transactions are rounded down to the nearest 5c.
Foreigners can claim sales tax refunds and should ask salesmen to fill out a tax refund form when purchasing any goods.
Metered taxis, Uber and Bolt are available in and around Cape Town and at Cape Town International airport.
Note: If you don’t have Uber yet, and sign up with this link, you get R50 off your first ride
https://tinyurl.com/u77p3qc
If you don’t have Bolt, and sign up using the link below, you get R75 off your first ride
https://invite.bolt.eu/JF8GK
MyCiti Bus
MyCiti bus offers a very safe, affordable and reliable service between Century City, the CBD (Central Business District), Waterfront and Atlantic Seaboard. This is cash-less service with a dedicated bus lane, allowing you to reach your destination timeously. MyCiti have a bus terminus a few minutes walk from the Century City Conference Centre. Click here to see all MyCiti bus routes.
Private Transfers
Private transfers can be arranged through the concierge / reception at all hotels.
Our preferred supplier for airport transfers and other private transfers is the Cape Town Group. Please click here to download their rate sheet
The voltage throughout South Africa is 220V/50Hz. Most plugs are 15 amp 3-prong or 5 amp 2-prong, in both cases with round pins. If you’re bringing anything electrical, bring an adapter. Most hotels have 110 volt outlets for electric shavers and appliances. Adaptors can be bought at the airport on your arrival, and may be available at your hotel.
Visitor to South Africa are often warned about safety. In Cape Town as anywhere else in the world, crime is strongly related to poverty and mostly affects the poorest areas, which are seldom visited by tourists. Visitors are advised to be street-smart and take some basic precautions to make their trip safe and enjoyable. Some general travel tips can be found in the link below
Dial 10111 from any mainline telephone for an emergency response. All delegates are responsible for own travel insurance
There is a wide selection of activities and spaces available for guests to enjoy in the Century City precinct often within walking distance from the conference venue. These range from dining to shopping, from walking in nature to exercising.
The Canal Walk shopping centre is located 1 km from the Century City Conference Centre and Hotel
Intaka Island, 1.9 km from the Century City Conference Centre and Hotel
The Century City Jogging Trail is a 5km (3 mile) jogging route starting right outside the Century City Conference Centre and Hotel
http://centurycityathletics.co.za/about-us/our-running-route/
The Virgin Active Gym is a 4000 sqm state-of-the-art gym is located 100m from the Century City Conference Centre and Hotel.
There is a wide variety of restaurants to choose from in the Century City precinct; as well as in the Canal Walk shopping centre.
http://centurycity.co.za/company-directory/retail-and-restaurants
Inside the Century City Conference Centre and Hotel, you will find a Hertz car rental kiosk, as well as a MK Exotics – they can assist with transfers, tours and more.
The closest hospital is the Intercare Day Hospital – 1.3 km from Century City Conference Centre http://www.intercare.co.za/locations/medical-centers/intercare-century-city
Other hospitals close to Century City Conference Centre are Mediclinic Milnerton (4.7 km away) and Mediclinic Panorama (10 km away)
There is also a first aid room located in the Century City Conference Centre.
With top-end venues, luxury accommodation, safe transport and plenty of adventure, South Africa is one of the world’s most popular business travel destinations.
African Travel Canvas offers a range of pre and post-conference tours for both conference attendees and their accompaniments; spouses, partners, children, friends and family members that may or may not be partaking in a conference.
Our short day tours are great for those wanting a brief snapshot into the city of Cape Town, while our longer overland tours are curated for delegates looking to maximise their time in the country.
Website address: www.africantravelcanvas.com
Telephone: +27 21 713 4749
Email: gill@africantc.co.za