Overview

Speke Resort Convention Centre (SRCC), Uganda’s leading integrated convention, events, and exhibition destination, has officially become an IAPCO Convention Centre Partner.

The partnership with the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) is presented as a major milestone in SRCC’s ambition to become one of Africa’s leading destinations for:

• International congresses

• Association meetings

• Exhibitions

• Major business events

Benefits of the IAPCO Partnership

Through the partnership, Speke Resort Convention Centre gains access to:

• Global network of Professional Congress Organisers (PCOs)

• International meeting planners

• Association executives

• Business events decision-makers

• Increased international exposure

• Industry best practices

• Professional development opportunities

• Global networking platforms

• Greater opportunities to attract international conferences to Uganda

Reinforcing International Credibility

The document explains that the international meetings industry is highly competitive.

International event organisers increasingly seek venues demonstrating:

• Professional standards

• Operational excellence

• Technical capability

• Strong industry partnerships

The IAPCO partnership reinforces SRCC’s commitment to these standards while improving its visibility in the global business events marketplace.

Existing International Affiliations

The IAPCO partnership complements SRCC’s existing memberships with:

• ICCA

• AIPC

These affiliations strengthen engagement with the international meetings community.

Speke Resort Convention Centre Facilities

The document describes SRCC as Uganda’s largest integrated convention and hospitality destination located on the shores of Lake Victoria within Speke Resort Munyonyo and Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort.

Facilities include:

• 34 meeting, conference and exhibition venues

• Over 10,000 square metres of indoor meeting space

• Rwenzori Convention Centre (flagship venue)

• Extensive outdoor exhibition and event spaces

• 476 guestrooms and suites

• Multiple restaurants

• Advanced audiovisual technology

• Parking facilities

• Security infrastructure

Integrated Resort Model

The integrated model allows organisers to host:

• Conferences

• Exhibitions

• Accommodation

• Dining

• Networking events

• Leisure activities

—all within one destination, providing a seamless experience for delegates and organisers.

Major International Events Hosted

The document highlights SRCC’s experience hosting major international events, including:

• 19th Non-Aligned Movement Summit

• G77+China Third South Summit

• Commonwealth Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers

• Uganda–European Union Business Forum

• AFRAA Annual General Assembly and Summit

Future Vision

The partnership supports SRCC’s vision to become:

• East Africa’s premier convention destination

• One of Africa’s most respected venues for international meetings and events

The document concludes that by combining:

• World-class facilities

• Integrated hospitality infrastructure

• International industry affiliations

• Proven experience hosting major global events

SRCC continues to strengthen its position as Uganda’s gateway to the international meetings industry.

Key Organizations Mentioned

• Speke Resort Convention Centre (SRCC)

• International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO)

• ICCA

• AIPC

• AFRAA

• Commonwealth Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers

• Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)

• G77+China

• Uganda–European Union Business Forum

Key Statistics