Conferences present the platform for learning and information exchange. The City of Tshwane is perfectly geared to be in the best position to do South Africa proud. In this respect its track record of successfully hosting major events is testimony of the city's prowess.

The city is very strategically located, accessible and offers a wide range of conference and convention facilities, accommodation, transportation and entertainment for any group, small to large.

The city, as the hub for science and technology, knowledge and industry, receives a high number of national and international delegations and hosts various conferences and conventions related to these sectors.

The various conference facilities of international standing, such as the CSIR International convention centre, facilite events of many different types, according to the nature of the widely different scientific and technological disciplines active in the city.

Sport- related conferences, workshops and clinics are held throughout the year because of the ideal weather conditions and height above sea level.

The presence of various government departments, embassies, foreign missions, trade delegations, consulates and international bodies such as the Red Cross, make Tshwane an ideal place to host conferences and conventions.

Plans are currently underway to erect an International Convention Centre in Centurion. The complex will be built in the design of the African continent and is scheduled to open before 2010.

Tshwane's prowess in the field of medicine, research, technology, education and training is ascribed to the numerous institutions that give it a competitive edge.

International events such as Aerospace and the International Pretoria Show with its world renowned agricultural components, take place annually and attracts visitors from around the globe.

The City of Tshwane has the potential to become a big player in the South African conference market. The records show that the city is already a global player.