Johannesburg, South Africa – SA Chef Media is thrilled to announce the exceptional speaker lineup for the upcoming SA Chef Conference & Expo 2025, scheduled for August 11-12, 2025 in the Sandton capital empire in Johannesburg.
This premier B2B event brings together culinary and tourism experts from South Africa and the continent under the theme of “fostering the African gastronomic industry.”
Participants look forward to the wealth of insights from industry leaders and innovators. The conference will feature keynote speeches from SA Tourism CEO Nombulelo Guliwe and Bertus Basson, acclaimed chef, restaurateur, entrepreneur and television personality.
Additionally, participants will have unique opportunities to learn, connect and inspire South Africa's most well-known chefs, including Ryan Cole, Wandil Mabaso, Johannes Richter, Candice Phillip, Vossi Ndrob, Moses Moloi, Catrego Mulambo, Gregory Henderson and Coco Renalz.
Key figures in the culinary and tourism sector, including Ocean Basket Group CEO Grace Harding, SATSA CEO, SAACI CEO Glenton De Kock, Miles Kubheka, Thalentha Ngobeni and Nick Hamman, will also donate to debate.
It will be part of this comprehensive study of challenges and opportunities within the industry, especially in building and growing sustainable culinary businesses, promoting the creativity and innovation of professional kitchens, and leveraging its growing reputation as a gastronomic tourism hotspot in South Africa.
Unilever Food Solutions, headline sponsor of SA Chef Conference & Expo, plays a prominent role in both theatre and the expo, along with top suppliers and foodservice providers who showcase their various industry offerings.
Lance Gibbons, CEO of SA ChefMedia, said: “We are excited to be holding this rally in Johannesburg, the premier commercial hub of the African continent. SA Chef Conference & Expo 2025 is an important event for those engaged in the culinary and tourism industry or passionate about the tourism industry. A powerful platform for culinary and tourism experts to gain insights, exchange solutions and connect with industry leaders.”
For more information on the complete program, speaker roster, exhibitors and more, see SA Chef Conference & Expo 2025.
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