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People & Voices · ALEC 2026
WE'VE GOT YOUR JOURNEY COVERED
From your flight and visa to where you'll rest your head, everything you need to arrive at ALEC 2026 stress-free. Our travel partners are ready to help.
Conference Details:
- April 23–25, 2026
- The Venue Summit Place, 39 Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, South Africa
Venue & Location
ALEC 2026 takes place at one of Johannesburg's most prestigious addresses, in the heart of the vibrant Melrose Arch precinct.
- Venue: The Venue Summit Place, 39 Melrose Boulevard, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, South Africa.
- Nearest Airport: O.R. Tambo International, approx. 25–35 min by taxi or Uber. Look out for our shuttle details closer to the event.
- Getting Around: Uber or Bolt are widely available in Johannesburg. Melrose Arch is walkable within the precinct, hotels, restaurants, and the venue are all steps away.
- Conference Days: April 23 & 24, main conference days, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Private Event: April 25, private brunch for Women in Live Entertainment, South Africa.
Travel Desk Support
To make your trip easier, we have partnered with dedicated travel partners who can assist with visas, flights, and accommodation.
Visa Assistance
Our official visa partner can handle your South Africa visa application directly, from document review to submission. Reach out early; processing times vary by nationality.
Contact card:
- Name: Adefunke O.
- Organisation: Labalaba Travel & Tours · African Tourism Board
- Email: Adefunkeo@africantourismboard.africa
- WhatsApp: +234 706 227 2449
- Phone: +234 706 227 2449
Note box: How it works: Message Chima on WhatsApp, mention you're attending ALEC 2026, and he'll find the best available fares flying into O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), Johannesburg.
Flight Discounts
We've partnered with Wakanow, Africa's leading online travel platform, to offer ALEC attendees exclusive discounted flights to Johannesburg. Reach out directly to our dedicated agent to book.
Contact card:
- Name: Chima
- Role: Dedicated ALEC 2026 Travel Agent
- WhatsApp: +234 915 051 8544
- Phone: +234 915 051 8544
How it works: Message Chima on WhatsApp, mention you're attending ALEC 2026, and he'll find the best available fares flying into O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), Johannesburg.
Accommodation - Wakanow Onburd Team
We've secured a cluster of hotels right at Melrose Arch, all within walking distance of the conference venue.
Hotels:
- Marriott Johannesburg Melrose Arch
- Protea Hotel Fire & Ice!
- African Pride Melrose Arch
To enquire about availability or room reservations, please contact:
Wakanow Onburd Team
- Name: Oluwatobi
- Organisation: Wakanow Onburd Team
- Phone: +234 806 627 4791
