African Rain Collection

African Rain Collection is a portfolio of thoughtfully created hotels, conference centres and restaurants, inspired by the rhythm, warmth and quiet confidence of Africa. Drawing on the symbolism of rain - renewal, growth and abundance - the Collection reflects a commitment to delivering meaningful, high-quality hospitality experiences.

Designed with associations in mind, African Rain Collection brings together two purpose-built conference destinations in Cape Town and Johannesburg: the Century City Conference Centre and Hotels and the brand-new Waterfall City Conference Centre and Hotel, opening in January 2028. Each destination integrates versatile meeting spaces, premium accommodation and curated dining, ensuring seamless delivery of congresses, conventions and executive gatherings.

With a partnership-led approach, operational expertise and a focus on long-term value, African Rain Collection supports associations in delivering impactful events that grow year after year.

With two purpose-built conference destinations - the established Century City Conference Centre and Hotels in Cape Town and the upcoming Waterfall City Conference Centre and Hotel in Johannesburg, opening January 2028 - African Rain Collection offers associations a future-ready platform for hosting and growing their events across South Africa.

Our venues are purpose-built to support association congresses, conventions and executive forums, with flexible meeting spaces, integrated technology and intuitive layouts that ensure seamless delegate flow. 

Supported by on-site accommodation and curated dining, we offer fully integrated solutions that simplify planning and enhance the overall event experience. From abstract sessions to exhibitions and social programmes, every element is designed for efficient delivery, consistency and long-term scalability.

Our clients include -

• IGCS - International Gynaecologic Cancer Society
• IBNS - International Behavioural Neuroscience Society
• ILGA World – the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association
• DASIL - The Dermatology, Aesthetics, and Surgery International League
• ESMO - European Society for Medical Oncology
• ARDA - The African Refiners and Distributors Association 
• SER - The Society of Ecological Restoration World Congress
• ICALEPCS - International Conference on Accelerator and Large Experimental Physics Control Systems

Sector Expertise

African Rain Collection has extensive experience in hosting medical, financial and environmental association congresses, working closely with associations, PCOs and organising committees to deliver complex, multi-day events with precision and care.

Our expertise includes supporting abstract-driven programmes, parallel scientific sessions, plenary assemblies and integrated exhibition components, as well as managing seamless flow between these elements. We understand the importance of compliance, confidentiality and accuracy - whether in regulated medical environments or within the governance frameworks of financial associations - and align our operational planning accordingly.

We regularly collaborate with key stakeholders including scientific committees, boards, sponsors and exhibition partners, ensuring that both academic and commercial objectives are met. Our venues are designed to accommodate evolving congress formats, including hybrid and technology-enabled sessions, while maintaining a consistent standard of delivery.

Beyond logistics, we place strong emphasis on delegate experience - from efficient registration and wayfinding to curated networking and social programmes. Our dual-destination offering further enables associations to grow and rotate their events over time when required, with confidence in consistency, quality and long-term partnership.

What’s New, Better & Different?

On the 13th of April 2026 marked a pivotal moment for South African business within the hospitality sector with the announcement of a R750 million investment to develop the new Waterfall City Conference Centre and Hotel.

Over the past decade, Century City Conference Centre and Hotels in Cape Town have built a reputation for consistent excellence in the business events and hospitality landscape. As our portfolio has grown, so has our responsibility to manage multiple assets with the same level of care, discipline, and intent. That growth has now taken the group beyond a single destination in South Africa.