TBCSA keeps its eye on 2010

THE Tourism Business Council of South Africa’s (TBSCA) AGM takes place on Thursday (March 29) and guest speakers will address this year’s theme, “Keeping Our Eyes on the Ball”, at the open session. Raisibe Morati, economic advisor to South Africa’s deputy president, will discuss government’s progress with the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa (ASgiSA). Director general of the 2010 unit of the Sports and Recreation Department, Joe Phaahla, will explain the private sector’s role with regard to 2010 as well as government’s commitment to Fifa. Graham Wright, ceo of Business Against Crime South Africa, will discuss the integration of business support to government in the fight against crime; before the day is ended off with a presentation from Steuart Pennington of SA Good News. Plans for the year ahead as well as the 2006 Annual Report will also be presented by TBCSA management. It will take place at the Maropeng Conference Centre in the Cradle of Humankind. Chana Viljoen (chanav@nowmedia.co.za)