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Important Information about MACE Membership.

Renew or Join MACE Membership for 2026

Strengthening higher education through strategic marketing, communication, and stakeholder engagement.

Since the early 1980s, MACE has proudly supported professionals across South Africa, helping shape the evolving story of higher education. Our community continues to foster excellence, collaboration, and innovation across institutions nationwide.

Whether you’re renewing your membership or joining us for the first time – we invite you to be part of our growing network in 2026.

Why Join MACE?

As a MACE member, your institution and its staff will benefit from:

  • Networking with peers at public and private institutions across South Africa.
  • Workshops, webinars, and insights on emerging trends, challenges, and best practices.
  • Benchmarking opportunities to strengthen your communication and marketing strategies.
  • Access to the annual MACE Conference, a two-day event focused on learning, sharing, and recognition.
  • Eligibility for the MACE Excellence Awards Gala, honouring outstanding achievements in the sector.

Member categories

Any public or private educational institution may join MACE.

  • Universities and universities of technology: membership fee = R 9 999
  • Technical and vocational education and training (formerly FET) colleges: membership fee = R 6 499
  • Education role-players and service providers: associate membership fee = R 6 499
  • Larger Private Higher Education providers / Independent Institutes of Higher Education = R 11 999

Membership Renewal and Invoice Request

To renew your organisational membership or request an invoice, please complete the form below:

Request Your Invoice

*Banking details and Millennium’s vendor profile are available on request if needed for registration purposes.

Billing and Invoice Queries

Membership administration for 2026 is managed by our trusted conference partner, XL Millennium, while we transition to an internal processing system.

For all billing-related questions, please contact:

XL Millennium

We look forward to partnering with you in 2026 as we continue to elevate the strategic role of marketing, advancement, and communication in higher education.