POATE 2027 · Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo
POATEPOATE 2027 · Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo

Partner with POATE —
Place Your Brand at the Heart of Africa's Tourism Economy

2 of 3 Platinum slots remain·3,200 registered buyers·47 countries represented

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Based on POATE 2025 edition · Projections for POATE 2027

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Sponsorship Opportunities

20 packages available across 14 categories — from title sponsorships to targeted digital activations.

20 opportunities

TitleExclusive

Title Sponsor

The most prominent partnership at POATE — your brand owns the event name, every touchpoint, and all digital channels.

$50,000
3,0003,500 reach
Exclusive — 1 slot
  • Exclusive naming rights: 'POATE 2026 presented by [Your Brand]'
  • Full-width main stage backdrop branding across all 3 event days
  • 10 VIP passes + 2 exhibition booths (18 sqm each)
  • +7 more benefits
Est. 400–600 qualified leads + extensive earned media coverage across 47 countries
Platinum

Platinum Sponsor

Top-tier visibility with premium positioning across main stages, exhibition areas, and all digital channels.

$25,000
3,0003,500 reach
2 of 3 availableOnly 2 left!
  • Logo on main stage backdrop (2nd position, exclusive of Title Sponsor)
  • 8 VIP passes + 1 exhibition booth (12 sqm, premium zone)
  • Half-page full-colour advert in expo programme
  • +6 more benefits
Est. 200–350 qualified leads across 47 buyer countries
VenueExclusive

Opening Ceremony Sponsor

Own the most high-profile moment of POATE — the Opening Ceremony, attended by ministers, ambassadors and international media.

$20,000
8001,000 reach
Exclusive — 1 slot
  • Exclusive branding at Opening Ceremony venue
  • Logo on podium fascia and main stage backdrop
  • Brand mention by official emcee throughout the ceremony
  • +5 more benefits
Exceptional earned media value — ministerial and diplomatic presence guaranteed
HospitalityExclusive

VIP Networking Lounge Sponsor

Sponsor the exclusive VIP Lounge — the hub where ministers, investors and top-tier buyers meet between sessions.

$12,000
400600 reach
Exclusive — 1 slot
  • Exclusive branded VIP Lounge — naming rights and total branding
  • Branded furniture, lounge signage, and collateral throughout
  • Lounge access for up to 4 company representatives (all 2 days)
  • +3 more benefits
Highest-density networking with C-suite and government delegates
Gold

Gold Sponsor

High-impact brand presence across the expo floor, seminars, and digital channels — ideal for national-level organisations.

$15,000
3,0003,200 reach
3 of 5 available
  • Logo on secondary stage backdrop (seminar hall)
  • 5 VIP passes + 1 exhibition booth (9 sqm)
  • Quarter-page full-colour advert in expo programme
  • +5 more benefits
Est. 100–180 qualified leads from international buyers
Hospitality

Closing Gala Dinner Sponsor

Anchor the grand finale of POATE — a premium networking dinner for 600+ senior delegates from 47 countries.

$15,000
600800 reach
1 of 2 availableOnly 1 left!
  • Prominent co-branding at Gala Dinner venue entrance and tables
  • Welcome address opportunity (3 minutes, 600+ audience)
  • 6 premium Gala dinner passes (VIP table)
  • +4 more benefits
Est. 60–100 C-suite and ministerial connections
DigitalExclusive

Official Mobile Event App Sponsor

Own the digital experience — sponsor the official POATE 2026 mobile app used by all 3,200+ registered attendees.

$10,000
3,0003,500 reach
Exclusive — 1 slot
  • Exclusive branded loading/splash screen (every app open)
  • Persistent branded banner throughout all app sections
  • Push notification privileges — 3 targeted messages during event
  • +3 more benefits
Highest digital touchpoint volume — est. 200+ app-driven leads via click-through
Session

Main Stage Session Sponsor

Align your brand with high-profile themed sessions — Tourism Finance, Aviation, Wildlife & Conservation, or Digital Tourism.

$6,000
400600 reach
2 of 5 availableOnly 2 left!
  • Session co-branding: '[Session Name] sponsored by [Your Brand]'
  • Stage branding (backdrop and podium) during your sponsored session
  • 30-second brand presentation before session opens
  • +3 more benefits
Thought leadership positioning with targeted, high-intent audience segments
Innovation

Tourism Innovation Summit Sponsor

Align your brand with Africa's most forward-thinking tourism and technology leaders at the POATE Innovation Summit.

$8,500
300500 reach
2 of 2 availableOnly 2 left!
  • Summit co-branding: 'Innovation Summit powered by [Your Brand]'
  • Stage backdrop branding throughout entire summit
  • Demo/product showcase space (4 sqm, in-summit zone)
  • +3 more benefits
Est. 60–100 leads from innovation-focused tourism executives and investors
Silver

Silver Sponsor

Solid brand positioning across expo materials and digital channels — perfect for regional-level visibility.

$8,000
2,8003,200 reach
7 of 10 available
  • 3 VIP passes + 1 standard exhibition booth (6 sqm)
  • Logo listing in expo programme
  • Brand placement on expo website sponsor wall
  • +3 more benefits
Est. 50–100 qualified buyer conversations
VenueExclusive

Conference Bags & Lanyards Sponsor

Your brand in every hand — 3,200+ delegates carry your branded conference bag and wear your branded lanyard for 2 full days.

$6,000
3,0003,500 reach
Exclusive — 1 slot
  • Exclusive logo on all 3,200+ official conference bags
  • Exclusive logo on all 3,200+ event lanyards
  • 2 full days of continuous brand exposure across all attendees
  • +1 more benefits
Maximum physical touchpoints — every attendee, every day, every environment
Media

Media Lounge & Press Centre Sponsor

Put your brand in front of 120+ accredited journalists, broadcasters and digital media representatives from across Africa and the world.

$5,500
100150 reach
2 of 3 availableOnly 2 left!
  • Exclusive Media Lounge & Press Centre branding
  • Logo in all press releases and official media kits
  • Media briefing attendance opportunity for your spokesperson
  • +3 more benefits
Significant earned media value — journalist relationships with 120+ accredited press
Hospitality

Welcome Cocktail Reception Sponsor

Host the first-night welcome cocktail reception — the key icebreaker for 500+ senior delegates on Day 1.

$10,000
400600 reach
2 of 2 availableOnly 2 left!
  • Exclusive/co-branding at cocktail reception venue
  • Welcome toast opportunity to assembled delegates
  • 6 reception passes included
  • +3 more benefits
Est. 80–120 senior executive introductions in a relaxed networking environment
Exhibition

Premium Exhibition Booth (12 sqm)

A fully fitted 12 sqm premium shell scheme booth in a high-footfall zone of the exhibition floor.

$4,500
1,5002,500 reach
12 of 20 available
  • 12 sqm fully fitted shell scheme booth
  • Premium floor zone — high footfall positioning
  • Branded fascia name board and 2 spotlight fittings
  • +4 more benefits
Est. 50–120 direct buyer face-to-face conversations per day
SustainabilityExclusive

Green POATE — Sustainability Partner

Lead POATE's sustainability commitment — brand your organisation as the leader driving carbon-neutral event practices.

$7,500
3,0003,500 reach
Exclusive — 1 slot
  • Exclusive 'Green POATE Partner' branding across all sustainability communications
  • ESG impact report co-authored with POATE team post-event
  • Keynote or panel speaking slot at Green Tourism session
  • +3 more benefits
Strong ESG brand positioning aligned to SDG 8, 12 and 17 reporting frameworks
Innovation

Youth Innovation Zone Sponsor

Champion the next generation of African tourism entrepreneurs — sponsor the Youth Innovation Zone featuring startup pitches and mentoring.

$5,000
200400 reach
2 of 2 availableOnly 2 left!
  • Zone co-branding: 'Youth Innovation Zone by [Your Brand]'
  • Panel participation or mentorship session facilitation
  • Demo showcase space within zone (4 sqm)
  • +3 more benefits
CSR brand impact + access to pipeline of the most innovative African tourism startups
Bronze

Bronze Sponsor

Entry-level partnership offering essential brand presence across POATE platforms and communications.

$3,500
2,5003,000 reach
10 of 15 available
  • 2 standard event day passes
  • Logo in expo programme (partner listing section)
  • Brand listing on POATE website partner wall
  • +1 more benefits
Est. 20–50 qualified networking contacts
Exhibition

Standard Exhibition Booth (6 sqm)

A 6 sqm shell scheme booth — the most accessible way to exhibit at POATE 2026 and connect with 3,200+ buyers.

$2,500
1,0002,000 reach
35 of 50 available
  • 6 sqm shell scheme booth
  • Branded fascia name board
  • Standard electricity supply
  • +3 more benefits
Est. 20–60 qualified buyer conversations per day
Year-Round

Year-Round Website Banner Partner

12-month banner placement on poate.co.ug — maintain brand visibility with the POATE audience throughout the full year.

$2,000
5,00015,000 reach
3 of 5 available
  • Banner ad placement on poate.co.ug homepage (12 full months)
  • Inclusion in monthly POATE newsletter (12 editions, 8,000+ subscribers)
  • Official partner listing on POATE website sponsor wall
Year-round digital presence — est. 5,000–15,000 unique monthly website visitors
DigitalSold Out

Wi-Fi Connectivity Sponsor

Every delegate connects through your branded Wi-Fi network — maximum digital impressions across the entire venue.

$8,000
3,0003,500 reach
Sold Out
  • Branded Wi-Fi SSID network name visible on all devices
  • Branded captive portal landing page with optional email capture
  • Data analytics report on connection volumes and peak usage
  • +1 more benefits
Potential opt-in email capture of 1,500–2,000 qualified contacts