GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World, Cape Town, South Africa.
Plan Your Trip I SiGMA Africa
15 – 17 FEB 2027
Travel Guidelines
Popular transport apps include: Uber, Bolt, Cabify, inDriver, Lyft, Line Taxi, Orange Cabs, Yookoo Ride, and Taxi Live Africa.
An insider’s guide:
- The currency in Cape Town is the South African rand: ZAR or simply R.
- South Africa uses a unique type of plug and socket, Type M, which has three large round pins in a triangular pattern.
- South Africa is ranked second for having Africa’s fastest internet speeds, with Cape Town boasting reliable, fast WiFi. Check that your phone is compatible with GSM networks.
- Major mobile network operators in South Africa include Vodacom, MTN, and Cell C.
- South Africa has a total of 11 official languages: Afrikaans, isiNdebele, isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, Siswati, Tshivenda, Xitsonga and, last but not least, English.
In case of emergencies call:
Country code is +27
- Emergencies from Mobile: 112
- Emergencies from Landline: 107
- South African Police: 10111
- Medical & Fire: 021 535 1100
- Table Mountain NP Emergencies: 021 480 7700
- Sea and Mountain Rescue: 021 948 9900
- National Sea Rescue Institute: 087 094 9774
- Baboon Monitors: 071 588 6540
- Shark Spotters: 078 174 4244
- Ambulance: 10177
Fun Facts
- South Africa is home to a multi-cultural melting pot of 55 million people of diverse origins, cultures, languages and religions.
- Although English is widely spoken and is used for signage, South Africa celebrates diversity in language with a total of 11 official languages: Afrikaans, isiNdebele, isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, Siswati, Tshivenda, Xitsonga and, last but not least, English.
- Most nationalities don’t currently need a VISA to visit South Africa, however please check the list to see the most up-to-date requirements for your country. For a list of exempted countries and more detailed information, please click here.
- Tourists and business people staying in South Africa for 90 or fewer days generally do not need visas. This waiver also applies to transiting U.S. citizens who do not exceed the 90-day limit.
Should you require an Invitation Letter for your Visa application, kindly fill in your details here.
SiGMA MATCH
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Packed with features like Quick Links and intuitive search tools, SiGMA Match simplifies networking and makes it easier than ever to engage with key contacts. From scheduling meetings to browsing the interactive floor plan, the app ensures you make the most of every opportunity. Stay informed with real-time updates, explore event details on the go, and access essential info effortlessly.
Join Our Live Event Channels
This section is designed to give you a clear overview and help you navigate everything smoothly, ensuring you always have quick access to the most important details. During the event, you will also find live support through our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and SiGMA Match, so you’re always connected and assisted in real time.
Event support is available from 7:00 AM during the full event dates.
