Cigar Culture Summit Africa 2026 partners with SOTL GlobalMovement
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Spotlight on women’s contribution, leadership and influence across the global cigar industry and beyond.
Cigar Culture Summit Africa 2026 and SOTL Global Movement (SGM) announce a partnership for the international Summit taking place from 23 to 25 October 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Through the partnership, SOTL Global Movement will bring the theme “Discover Women’s Leadership in Cigar Culture” to the Summit, highlighting women across the cigar ecosystem who are building businesses, leading organizations, preserving craftsmanship and culture, and creating communities.
Dortmund, 27 August 2026 – “Women have always been part of cigar culture — from farms and rolling rooms to factories, businesses and leadership. Today, the opportunity is to turn that contribution into visible leadership, economic opportunity and influence. Through this partnership, we want to connect women across countries and across industries, from cigars to hospitality, tourism, luxury, entrepreneurship and beyond, and create new collaborations that extend far beyond the cigar world,” said Dr. Anastasia Psomiadi, Founder of SOTL Global Movement.
“We are delighted to have SOTL Global Movement as a strong partner whose extensive expertise in cigar culture is matched by a clear commitment to advancing women’s visibility and leadership. Women play a vital role at both the Cigar Culture Summit and also InterTabac, and we welcome the opportunity to further strengthen their voices and highlight their contribution to the industry through this new cooperation,” said Sabine Loos, Managing Director of Messe Dortmund owner Westfalenhallen Unternehmensgruppe.
The partnership brings women’s leadership into a broader international and cross-sector conversation, creating new connections between cigar culture, business, hospitality, tourism and entrepreneurship. More information about SOTL Global Movement’s participation and specific content will be announced ahead of the Summit.
Find more information about SOTL Global Movement here.
| EVENT AT A GLANCE |
| CIGAR CULTURE SUMMIT The Cigar Culture Summit Africa will bring together cigar enthusiasts, experts, brands and industry leaders from 23 to 25 October 2026 for two unforgettable days of discovery, education and networking in Johannesburg, South Africa. The future of premium cigars is not shaped in boardrooms alone. It is shaped by the people who create outstanding brands, build thriving businesses, cultivate communities and inspire new generations of cigar enthusiasts. The Cigar Culture Summit Africa brings together the minds, makers and visionaries driving the industry forward. These include master blenders and tobacco experts, brand founders and owners, distributors and market leaders, innovators from the retail and lounge sectors, specialists in spirits and food pairings, executives from the luxury and hospitality industries, media representatives, storytellers and influencers as well as those taking their first steps into cigar culture. |
| EVENT ORGANISER: Messe Dortmund GmbH PARTNERS: • CST Consulting LLC by Claudio Sgroi • International Tobacco Growers´ Association (ITGA) • European Cigar Manufacturers Association (ECMA) • Cigar Association of America (CAA) • ProCigar – Association of Dominican Cigar Manufacturers • And many more TARGET VISITOR GROUPS: Key players from the cigar industry, such as master blenders, tobacco experts, brand owners, distributors, innovators from the retail and lounge sectors, specialists in spirits and food pairings, executives from the luxury and hospitality industries, media representatives and influencers RELATED LINKS: Press area Information for visitors Ticketshop |