Gaborone Hosts NextGen Tourism Business Expo 2025

Gaborone Hosts NextGen Tourism Business Expo 2025. Gaborone is set to welcome entrepreneurs, innovators, and sector leaders tomorrow as the NextGen Tourism Business Expo 2025 opens its doors at the Protea Hotel by Marriott. The two-day event, scheduled for 02–03 October, is expected to bring together stakeholders shaping the future of Botswana’s tourism industry.

The Expo provides a platform for visionaries and changemakers to engage in conversations aimed at redefining the sector, unlocking new business opportunities, and fostering inclusive growth. With tourism playing a vital role in Botswana’s economy, the gathering comes at a critical time for entrepreneurs seeking to expand into new markets, leverage digital innovation, and adapt to changing traveller preferences.

Participants can expect a range of panel discussions, business showcases, and networking sessions designed to spark collaboration between established operators, start-ups, and investors. The event also offers a chance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to highlight their contributions to the sector and explore opportunities for scale.

For Botswana’s business community, the Expo represents not only a platform to promote services but also a space to examine how tourism can drive broader economic diversification. Entrepreneurs attending will gain insights into market trends, sustainable practices, and emerging opportunities that can strengthen competitiveness within the industry.

The NextGen Tourism Business Expo 2025 positions Gaborone as a hub for dialogue and collaboration, encouraging both local and regional players to think beyond traditional models. By bringing diverse perspectives under one roof, the event aims to accelerate innovation and inspire new partnerships that can shape the future of tourism in Botswana.