ANC conference set to boost Gauteng tourism
The upcoming ANC national conference in Nasrec is expected to inject millions of rands into Gauteng's tourism industry.
Gauteng Tourism spokesperson Barba Gaoganediwe says that the five-day conference will boost the provincial economy’s coffers by some R250 million.
"Each delegate and visitor will be spending on accommodation, transportation, food and beverages, petrol etc. while the entire conference ecosystem supports the audio-visual and eventing sector with related sub-sectors like events management, security, printing, digital and information technology, financial services and cleaning services all activated fully in line with the province’s established quality event hosting protocols".
The conference is also expected to create temporary employment for at least 800 people.
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Some 4500 delegates are expected to descend onto Nasrec in three days’ time to discuss policy and elect new leadership.
The conference will officially start on Reconciliation Day on Friday and is expected to conclude on 20 December.
Current ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa is up against former health minister Zweli Mkhize for the party leadership.
