8. Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI) The Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI) is the recognised umbrella body of the business events industry in Southern Africa. Provide platform for strategic direction and sustainable growth in the Southern African business events industry. The value proposition for SAACI is providing a platform to obtain relevant qualification or improve skills in the conferencing sector. This also entails partnering of private and public sector to lobby industry issues at the highest level; and linking up with international associations and businesses to keep up to date with trends across the globe. The pillars that guide SAACI include community; business intelligence; academy; venture into Africa; branding and communication; stakeholder engagement; sustainability; and future focus. 9. South African Youth Travel Confederation (SAYTC)