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Hotels around CTICC:

Southern Sun Waterfront  Cape Town

With over 50 years of excellence providing a home away from home, Southern Sun has earned the trust of our guests, who find exceptional quality and service with flair at every one of our distinctive destinations. From functional to luxurious and from exciting to relaxing, Southern Sun offers a brand and a service to suit every traveller’s needs. Comprising an extensive collection of hotels and resorts in South Africa, Africa, the Seychelles and the Middle East, a wide selection of restaurants and bars, and strategically located conference and banqueting facilities, Southern Sun provides exceptional hospitality products of unparalleled variety and scale.

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AC hotel

Experience a perfectly crafted stay at AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront, one of the top hotels in Cape Town. Our 188 spacious rooms offer stylish efficiency, with stunning views of Table Mountain, Lion’s Head, and Signal Hill. Located just minutes from the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and a short drive from Cape Town International Airport, this Cape Town hotel is the ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers.Indulge in Spanish-inspired tapas at the AC Lounge & Bar or enjoy dining options at the nearby Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Unwind with a drink at our bar, featuring locally crafted spirits, and connect with our expert bartenders to discover the true energy of the city. With an excellent location to the Cape Town International Convention Centre and the convenience of the V&A Waterfront, our hotel is the perfect base for your visit to Cape Town. Book your stay and enjoy a memorable stay in our beautiful city.

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The Onyx hotel

Experience urban sophistication at The Onyx, blending the allure of New York, London, and Paris with vibrant South African flair. Conveniently situated near Cape Town International Convention Centre and top attractions, this modern apartment hotel exudes cosmopolitan charm.

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The Westin

Discover unforgettable experiences at The Westin Cape Town, centrally located for your convenience. Enjoy exclusive rooms with stunning views of the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain, and Table Bay. The Westin features 483 guest rooms and suites, complete with modern amenities to ensure ultimate comfort and relaxation. Rest peacefully on our Heavenly Beds, designed for a restorative and productive stay. As a premier conference hotel, The Westin offers 19 unique meeting, conference, and banqueting spaces, with some of the largest and most sophisticated facilities in the city, directly connected to the CTICC. Personalized services guarantee a seamless and memorable experience for every guest. Culinary diversity abounds, with elegant dining options from our Thirty7 Showkitchen to the Westin Club, offering panoramic views from the 19th floor, as well as the outdoor Louis B’s Terrace and the indoor Raleigh’s Lounge and Bar. Stay at one of the top luxury hotels in Cape Town.

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Southern Sun Cullinan

Southern Sun The Cullinan is a premier hospitality destination offering grand hotel accommodation in the heart of Cape Town just moments from the Waterfront. Our award-winning hotel is located in one of Cape Town’s most sought after areas, within easy reach of the renowned Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, the Cape Town International Convention Centre, Long Street and other popular landmarks. The hotel offers guests a choice of 394 superbly appointed en-suite rooms, each tastefully furnished and designed for maximum comfort. Classically styled and indulgent, yet incorporating world-class amenities with contemporary emphasis, Southern Sun The Cullinan is beautifully designed. The classical architecture of the building is reflected throughout the hotel, with high ceilings, a balconied mezzanine level, and soaring columns around the pool area.  

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© 2025 GEPF. All rights reserved.

It is my honour and privilege to host you at this prestigious and exciting conference, the GEPF Annual Thought Leadership Conference 2025. I look forward to welcoming you to Cape Town Convention Centre (CTICC) in Cape Town this October.

This year, our conference theme “Global instability and geopolitical risks”. As we stand at the intersection of challenges and opportunities in an interconnected world, we aim to explore how we can work together across sectors, regions, and borders to drive positive change. As a pension fund our focus this year is on economic resilience, sustainable development and investments, while inclusivity mirrors our own commitment to empowering individuals, communities, and organisations for long-term success.

We look forward to your attendance. Together, we will explore ideas that contribute to the global conversation on sustainability, economic progress, and innovative solutions for a brighter future. As the GEPF, we look forward to witnessing the dynamic discussions and knowledge sharing that will take place at the 2025 Annual Thought Leadership Conference. Networking is also one of the most valuable aspects of attending this conference.

This conference creates an opportunity to network and connect with fellow delegates, echoing the spirit of the interconnected world, where partnerships are forged for collective prosperity. We believe that these interactions can lead to collaboration, inspiration, and professional growth.

Finally, I would like to thank all the speakers who will be participating, for their time and sharing their knowledge. Your expertise will help shape the discussions that matter to our future on a global scale.

Once again, we look forward to hosting you. Thank you for your participation and commitment to creating a more sustainable and inclusive world.


Musa Mabesa – GEPF Principal Executive officer

Musa Mabesa

Musa Mabesa (ACCA) is the Principal Executive Officer (PEO) of the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF). He is a seasoned finance professional with over 17 years’ experience, 10 of which is in the pension fund industry, specialising in financial management and reporting, governance and corporate services.

Prior to joining the GEPF, Mr Mabesa worked for various private and public sector institutions in various positions. In 2011 he joined the GEPF as a Finance Manager and was subsequently appointed as Head of Corporate Services in 2017. In 2020 Mr Mabesa became the Principal Executive Officer of the GEPF.

Mr Mabesa holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree from University of London and Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting Science (BCompt) from University of South Africa (UNISA). He is a Chartered Certified Accountant through the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and is a member of the Institute of Directors Southern Africa.