RDA's 12th Plenary - Registration & Logistics

REGISTRATION 

Registration for International Data Week is open  at http://www.internationaldataweek.org/event-registration

The cost to attend the meeting is as follows:

VENUE, ACCOMMODATION & LOGISTICS 

International Data Week 2018 will take place at the Gaborone International Convention Centre (GICC). 

GICC is a landmark building in the capital of Botswana and one of the premier conference destinations in Africa, offering world class and award-winning facilities. It is part of the Grand Palm Resort, collocated with a casino and the Peermont Metcourt and Peermont Walmont Hotels.

The Grand Palm is located at: 

Plot 17989
Bonnington Farm,
Molepolole Road,
Gaborone,
Botswana

The venue is 12km away from the city center and a 20-minute drive from the Sir Seretse Khama International airport. 

Gaborone Transport

Public transport within Gaborone is somewhat limited. Licensed taxis are identified by their number plates, which have a blue background. These are usually shared and carry up to five passengers. Minibus taxis are also available and usually travel a specific route, and pass through the station or mall. These are easily hailed and passengers usually tell the driver to stop when they want to get off. There are also train services between Gaborone and Francistown and Gaborone and Lobatse. Four-wheel drive cars are a popular choice for exploring outside of the city and Gaborone has several car rental agencies. Gaborone's roads are tarred and usually in good condition, but drivers have to be on the lookout for stray animals.

Read more on Gaborone attractions as well as health, climate and travel tips. 

Delegates not staying at The Grand Palm have a variety of options within a short distance from the venue. Budget hotels begin at USD 45 - USD 80; mid- range hotels are priced between USD 90 – USD 120, and top end hotels range from USD 120 to USD 200.