Meetings of the OECD International Network on Financial Education (INFE) and The FSCA-OECD 2019 International Conference on Financial Education INFORMATION NOTE 21-24 May 2019 Cape Town, South Africa Schedule The FSCA-OECD 2019 International Conference on Financial Education will be held back-to-back with the meetings of the OECD/INFE working groups, Advisory Board and Technical Committee. The information contained in this note covers all events. Information specific to OECD/INFE meetings will be sent separately to those concerned. Date and Time Event Participants Meeting of the OECD/INFE Working Group on Standards 09h00-11h00 Evaluation and Implementation Meeting of the OECD/INFE Working Group on Digital Financial 11h15-12h45 OECD/INFE Literacy working Working lunch: OECD/INFE Working Group on the Implications of group 13h00-14h30 21 Ageing Populations and the Needs of Older Consumers members May Meeting of the OECD/INFE Working Group in Financial Education 14h45-16h15 in the Workplace OECD/INFE 16h30-18h30 Meeting of the OECD/INFE Advisory Board meeting Advisory Board 19h00 OECD/INFE Advisory Board working dinner hosted by the OECD members 09h30-17h00 11th meeting of the OECD/INFE Technical Committee OECD/INFE 22 full May 17h30-20h00 Cocktail hosted by FSCA (On19 restaurant, The Westin Cape Town) members* 09h00-17h00 FSCA-OECD 2019 International Conference on Financial Education 23 May 18h00-20h00 Cocktail hosted by FSCA (Old Harbour Lobby, The Westin) All delegates 09h00-13h00 FSCA-OECD 2019 International Conference on Financial Education 24 May 14h00-18h00 Visit to Groot Constantia wine estate * OECD/INFE full associate members, Research Committee members and invited observers may attend the Technical Committee meeting after the closed session. Registration Registration is by invitation only and is complimentary, but all participants are responsible for their own travel-related expenses. Please contact [email protected] to obtain the link for the online registration form. Documents and Website All documentation relating to the conference will be available on the conference app, downloadable at http://www.fsca.co.za/playstore from 1 May 2019, and at http://www.oecd.org/daf/fin/financial-education/future-fin-edu-2019.htm OECD/INFE Technical Committee, Advisory Board and working group meeting documents will be made available on the member-only community as they become available. OECD/INFE full members are reminded to set up email alerts: https://community.oecd.org/community/infe/full-members. 2 | P a g e Venue The Westin Cape Town Address: Convention Square, Lower Long Street, Cape Town, South Africa Accommodation Accommodation must be reserved and paid for directly by participants. Negotiated rates for OECD/INFE delegates and conference participants are available at the hotels listed below (you are free to choose any other hotel). To benefit from these rates, please book your room via the online booking link: https://client.conf-manage.com/oecd-infe-2019/accommodation. The Westin Hotel Cape Town (venue) – ZAR 3,000 (single), ZAR 3,350 (double) Southern Sun The Cullinan – ZAR 1,995 (single), ZAR 2,295 (double) Southern Sun Waterfront – ZAR 1,850 (single), ZAR 2,150 (double) SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl - ZAR 1,495 (single or double) All rates include breakfast, VAT and tourism levy. Full payment must be made at the time of booking. Cancellation policies are listed on the booking form. Travel Documentation Please check the visa requirements for your nationality to enter South Africa and indicate when registering if you require a personalised invitation letter to support your visa application. Please ensure that you have valid international travel insurance and that coverage will be available in South Africa for the duration of your stay. The organisers accept no responsibility for any consequences of failure to comply with the necessary health, passport and visa requirements. Meals and Refreshments Lunch and coffee for OECD/INFE meeting participants on 21-22 May, and for all delegates on both days of the Conference, will be provided during breaks. 3 | P a g e Social Events Please indicate which social events you will attend, and any dietary requirements, when registering. Wednesday 22 May, 18h30 – 21h00 Cocktail function for OECD/INFE Technical Committee meeting participants ON19 Restaurant, The Westin Cape Town Thursday 23 May, 17h00 – 19h00 Cocktail function for all conference participants Old Harbour Lobby, The Westin Cape Town Friday 24 May, 14h00 – 18h00 Visit to Groot Constantia wine estate Language The conference and OECD/INFE meetings will be conducted in English. Recommended Dress The recommended dress for the conference and social events is business casual. Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi will be available during all meetings and the conference. Cape Town At the foot of the vast continent of Africa is Cape Town, South Africa’s mother city. Cape Town is set in a dramatic landscape of exquisite natural beauty, nestled between the majestic Table Mountain and the sea, and is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Cape Town has so much to offer as a destination. It is blessed to have South Africa’s top 6 tourist attractions within a one-hour’ drive of the city centre: the breath-taking Table Mountain – easily accessed on the cable car; the emotional and inspiring trip out to Robben Island; the Waterfront with its vibrant retail and entertainment areas; and a lazy day sampling world-class food and wine in the beautiful wine lands. The drive along the Peninsula to Cape Point has few international rivals and boasts some of the Cape’s best seaside restaurants. Last but not least, is Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens on the slopes of Table Mountain. Kirstenbosch is a wonderful showcase of the unique diversity of South Africa’s flora, especially the world-renowned fynbos of the Cape Floral Kingdom. 4 | P a g e Getting to Cape Town All airlines that operate in South Africa fly to Cape Town International Airport, with 24 airlines operating to and from nearly 100 destinations. Airport Transfers The trip from the airport to the city takes around 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. To pre-book an airport transfer at one of the special rates below (only to/from the Westin or hotels in the CBD), please email Marlyn Adriaanse at Kingdom Tours & Transfers, stating the service you would like, the code OECDINFE19 and your flight details: Email: [email protected] Subject: OECDINFE19 | Airport transfer Contact number: +27 21 705 6177 Special Conference Airport Transfer: R350.00 per person (per journey). Please note that delegates arriving on the same flights or flights arriving at the same time will be grouped together. However, the waiting time at the Airport will not exceed 30mins. Standard Conference Airport Transfer: R380.00 per person (per journey). Please note that delegates arriving on the same flights or flights arriving at the same time will be grouped together. However the waiting time at the Airport will not exceed 30mins. Private Airport Transfer: R470.00 per person (per way) This option is for delegates who do not wish to wait or travel with other delegates. If you prefer to make your own arrangements, Cape Town International Airport is served by bus, taxi and Uber. Many international rental car companies are also present. Taxi Transport to and from the airport is provided by metered and authorised taxis, which can be found outside Arrivals (ground level). Estimated taxi fare: ZAR 300 (one way). MyCiTi Bus The MyCiTi Bus is the official bus service from and to Cape Town International Airport. The MyCiTi Bus airport station is right on the doorstep of the main Cape Town International Airport terminal with level access directly into the arrivals and departures hall for both domestic and international flights. Important information regarding tickets for the MyCiTi: Each passenger needs their own My Connect card loaded with value to travel, which can be bought for ZAR 35 from MyCiTi station kiosks and participating retailers. Your card comes with a PIN, which you will need whenever you load value onto the card. One-off users can get a single-trip card from kiosks and vending machines at selected stations for ZAR 30, or ZAR 100 including Cape Town International Airport. Single-trip cards are non-refundable. Rental Cars Car rentals are located in front of the central terminal building in the Transport Plaza, which can be accessed via the two pedestrian subways on either side of the terminal building. Advance booking is advised. 5 | P a g e Getting around Cape Town Cape Town CBD is spread across a concentrated area and everything is readily accessible, including a range of hotels, cafes, restaurants, bars and shops, all within easy walking distance or a short taxi or shuttle ride of the venue. Those wishing to travel further afield should consider pre-booked tours, shuttles or the option of renting a car. Useful Information CLIMATE: In Cape Town in May the average temperature is 16°C (61°F). The days in May are cool and often overcast. The average high temperature reaches 21°C (70°F) with the warmest time of day being just after midday. CURRENCY, PAYMENTS, AND BANKING: The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand (ZAR). Major credit cards are widely accepted in the country for trade transactions as well as local currency cash withdrawal at the ATM machines. Foreign currency can be exchanged at most commercial banks and Bureaux de Change are widely available. View the latest exchange rates: http://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/ ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: The electricity supply is 220-240 volts, 50 Hz. The connection for appliances is a round three-pin plug. The wall plugs are not comparable with Europe, the USA or the East; special adapters are available in most airport duty free shops.