Sona 2025: Ramaphosa's 'strong Commitment' To Tourism Welcomed

In his State of the Nation Address SONA last night Thursday, February 6, President Cyril Ramaphosa reaffirmed the vital role the tourism sector plays in South Africas economic development.

This strong commitment to tourism is welcomed by Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa FEDHASA National Chairperson Rosemary Anderson : FEDHASA looks forward to working closely with government and industry stakeholders to ensure we dont lose momentum and that we can position South Africa as one of the best countries to visit in the world!

Noting that governments most urgent task is to grow the economy, Ramaphosa outlined various ways to achieve this, including governments massive investment in new infrastructure while upgrading and maintaining current infrastructure.

We are engaging with local and international financial institutions and investors to unlock R100billion in infrastructure financing, Ramaphosa said, highlighting the project preparation bid window launched to fast-track investment readiness.

This includes revised regulations for public-private partnerships, which will unlock private-sector expertise and funds, he said, pointing out that this funding will revitalise South Africas roads and bridges, build dams and waterways, modernise ports and airports and power the economy.