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The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) is conducting a study to evaluate the cost-benefit aspects of the growing cruise tourism sector in Seychelles and to develop a comprehensive plan for the industry. The project's goal is to assess the economic, socio-cultural and

The intent and commitment are there for South African Tourism to get it right and, by fostering even stronger collaborative ties with the industry, the abundant opportunities to grow tourism in the country can be successfully leveraged for the benefit of all. This was the key message fr

Botswana has marked a significant step forward in stimulating air access to the region with the launch of an official air access strategy incorporating key members of the tourism, aviation and trade sectors. Hoping to build on the model of similar successful initiatives such as Cape Tow

Belu Mabandla is the new Executive Director of the Joburg Tourism Destination Marketing unit from mid-August 2024. Im excited to lead the team responsible for promoting Joburg as we continually work to reinvigorate our citys image, ensuring it remains a sought-after destination t

Singapore Airlines will increase the frequency of flights between Johannesburg and Singapore in December. The airline will add a three-time weekly service to its already daily schedule, bringing the total frequency up to 10 flights a week for the period December 11, to January

South Africa's first desert botanical garden has officially opened at the Sendelingsdrift Rest Camp on the Richtersveld side of the |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park. Transformed from an indigenous nursery, the Richtersveld Desert Botanical Garden is the work of SANParks resident

Park Hyatt Johannesburg is preparing for its grand opening in October. Owned by Millat Group, the 31-key hotel is ready to mark a significant milestone in South Africa's hospitality landscape. Located in the heart of the trendy and vibrant suburb of Rosebank, the property aims to serve

The tourism industry is highly divided over whether the short-term rental industry in South Africa requires stricter regulation or further growth. Responding to our latest poll, which was based on emerging controversy surrounding an explosion of short-term rental property growth in Cape Town , 5

South Africas National Astro-Tourism Strategy will be launched in the Northern Cape on World Tourism Day (September 27). The Department of Tourism and the Department of Science and Innovation await final Cabinet approval although Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille said she and