GBTA Southern Africa

22/04/2026

This Earth Day, we celebrate the theme "Our Power, Our Planet" by committing to a greener future for business travel. 🌍✨

At GBTA Southern Africa, we believe every sustainable procurement choice helps preserve the world we connect. 🌿✈️

Let us use our collective influence to drive environmental change and ensure a thriving planet for the travellers of tomorrow. 🤝♻️

20/04/2026

Invest in your professional growth with GBTA education programmes. 🎓

Whether you are looking to master the fundamentals or prepare for your Global Travel Professional (GTP®) certification, our comprehensive courses provide the tools you need to lead in the business travel industry. From strategic sourcing to risk management, gain the expertise required to navigate the evolving global landscape.

Explore our range of professional development opportunities and take the next step in your career today. 💼

🔗 Learn more: https://gbta.org/professional-development/education-growth/

14/04/2026

Did you know that travel is often the second-largest controllable expense for most companies? 📉

To effectively manage this spend, you need more than just a booking tool; you need expertise. Our Fundamentals of Business Travel Management™ course provides the blueprint for maximising cost containment, improving operational efficiency, and building a robust managed travel culture within your organisation. 💼

Empower your procurement and administrative teams with the skills to calculate true ROI and turn travel spend into a strategic advantage.

🔗 View the course outline: https://www.gbtasa.co.za/training/

09/04/2026

Unlock a world of industry expertise at your fingertips! 🌍

The GBTA Toolkits and Libraries offer an extensive collection of resources designed to help you navigate every aspect of travel management. From procurement templates to sustainability guides, our library is the ultimate destination for professionals seeking to enhance their programmes with proven global standards.

Stop starting from scratch and start leveraging the collective knowledge of the world’s leading business travel association. ✈️

🔗 Browse the library: https://hub.gbta.org/toolkits+libraries

07/04/2026

Looking to expand your professional horizons?

Being a GBTA SA member is not just about a title; it is about joining the largest business travel network in the world. From our "Conversations that Count" to regional events, we provide the platform to collaborate, communicate, and connect with industry leaders.

Do not just manage travel, lead the industry. Join our community today and start building relationships that matter: https://www.gbtasa.co.za/membership/

31/03/2026

Advocating for the future of business travel starts with a unified voice. 🌍✨

The GBTA advocacy team works tirelessly to represent the interests of our industry, engaging with policymakers to drive progress on sustainability, traveller safety, and infrastructure. By staying at the forefront of legislative changes, we ensure that the business travel community remains resilient and prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.

Stay informed and discover how you can support the initiatives that keep our industry moving forward. 💼✈️

🔗 Explore our advocacy work: https://gbta.org/news-advocacy/advocacy/

GBTA Advocacy Priorities We believe that business travel is a fundamental force for good. Meeting face- to-face deepens relationships, fosters collaboration, and develops culture in a way that technology alone can never truly replicate. It drives progress for businesses, governments, economies, and....

26/03/2026

🌍 Join us for the 2026 GBTA Conference, where the best minds in business travel come together to share insights, solutions, and innovations.

🗓️ When: 8 - 9 September 2026
📍 Where: TBC, Johannesburg

Please assist us in completing this survey, aimed at gathering your preferences and suggestions for the format and content of the conference: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=DQSIkWdsW0yxEjajBLZtrQAAAAAAAAAAAAN__rzGS9xUQzJLWEc0N1o5SVRBSEtJODVGU041MFBTRy4u&route=shorturl

There are three key questions that should not take more than 5 minutes. Your input and feedback are invaluable in making the conference a success.

Keep an eye on our page - registration opens soon!

25/03/2026

Ready to master the art of travel management? ✈️

Our Fundamentals of Business Travel Management™ course is the perfect starting point for administrative assistants, coordinators, and professionals new to the industry. Learn the essential pillars of managed travel, covering everything from safety and security to technology and policy, and make yourself indispensable to your organisation. 💼

Gain the confidence to maximise cost containment and drive efficiency from day one. Your journey to becoming a travel pro starts here!

🔗 Register now: https://www.gbtasa.co.za/training/

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GBTA training is tailored for the South African market, based on GBTA Global content for our members at different stages of their career.

18/03/2026

On Global Recycling Day, we recognise the vital role that sustainable practices play in the future of the business travel industry. 🌍

At GBTA Southern Africa, we encourage our members to adopt greener habits, from reducing single-use plastics during transit to supporting hotels with robust recycling programmes. By making conscious choices today, we help ensure a more sustainable world for the travellers of tomorrow. ♻️

Small changes in our travel routines can lead to a significant environmental impact.

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12/03/2026

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Professional development is at the heart of what we do. As a GBTA SA member, you have 24/7 access to GBTA On Demand, which is a library of nearly 2,000 videos and 300+ webinars featuring global experts. 🌎

Whether you are aiming for your GTP (Global Travel Professional) certification or just want to master the latest in travel tech, we have the tools to help you succeed.

👉 Read more:https://www.gbtasa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GBTA-SA-Membership-Brochure.pdf