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24/01/2025

Africa captures only 0.4% of German long-haul travellers although the DACH (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) market is one of the wealthiest travel markets in the world. This highlights how much needs to be done to ensure travel suppliers tap into potential.

Africa captures only 0.4% of German long-haul travellers although the DACH (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) market is one of the wealthiest travel markets in the world. This highlights how much

23/01/2025

New data in the UN World Tourism Barometer indicates, in 2024, Africa recovered to pre-pandemic levels with 7% more arrivals compared to 2019 and 12% (74 million tourists) more than in 2023.

New data in the UN World Tourism Barometer indicates, in 2024, Africa recovered to pre-pandemic levels with 7% more arrivals compared to 2019 and 12% (74 million tourists) more than in 2023.

22/01/2025

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22/01/2025

Cape Town International Airport has topped 24 months of continued growth in international passenger numbers by reaching a record three million international two-way passengers in 2024.

Cape Town International Airport has topped 24 months of continued growth in international passenger numbers by reaching a record three million international two-way passengers in 2024. This is a 10%

21/01/2025

Durban’s tourism sector experienced a “remarkable” upswing during the 2024/25 festive season, with hotel occupancy rates between 80% and 100%.

Durban’s tourism sector experienced a “remarkable” upswing during the 2024/25 festive season, with hotel occupancy rates between 80% and 100%. This is according to preliminary data from Durban

20/01/2025

What’s in store for one of Africa’s most iconic destinations in 2025? Read our Vic Falls Feature for expert insights into the region’s tourism industry.
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Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Africa Albida Tourism
Rainbow Tourism Group
Federal Airlines

20/01/2025

Meetings Africa 2025 – now in its 19th year – looks set to make another significant contribution to Gauteng and Johannesburg’s revenue having contributed around R420m (€21.7m) to the coffers last year.

Meetings Africa 2025 – now in its 19th year – looks set to make another significant contribution to Gauteng and Johannesburg’s revenue having contributed around R420m (€21.7m) to the coffers last

17/01/2025

Early data, released by Cape Town Tourism, reveals largely positive trends for the peak season but weather did slightly dampen some of the city’s major attractions.

Early data, released by Cape Town Tourism, reveals largely positive trends for the peak season but weather did slightly dampen some of the city’s major attractions. Cape Town Tourism said the city

16/01/2025

The Department of Home Affairs’ selection of 65 tour operators for the Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) marks an important milestone in what the industry has long advocated for.

The Department of Home Affairs’ selection of 65 tour operators for the Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) marks an important milestone in what the industry has long advocated for. “While our first

15/01/2025

South African Tourism (SA Tourism) has announced its performance at the end of December 2024 was at an all-time high of 92% with 72% of its budget already spent.

South African Tourism (SA Tourism) has announced its performance at the end of December 2024 was at an all-time high of 92% with 72% of its budget already spent. CEO of SA Tourism Nombulelo Guliwe

14/01/2025

New pathways for film industry development could future-proof South Africa against potential overtourism while allowing the country to share its cultural heritage and natural assets on an unprecedented scale.

New pathways for film industry development could future-proof South Africa against potential overtourism while allowing the country to share its cultural heritage and natural assets on an

13/01/2025

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13/01/2025

According to International Meetings Statistics Report 2023, an average of over 10 000 association meetings were held across various countries and continents last year.

According to International Meetings Statistics Report 2023, an average of over 10 000 association meetings were held across various countries and continents last year. Africa currently hosts only 2%

10/01/2025

In an effort to boost its tourism sector and adapt to shifting global trends, Mauritius has diversified its offerings, emphasising its rich cultural heritage, historical landmarks and luxury golf tourism.

In an effort to boost its tourism sector and adapt to shifting global trends, Mauritius has diversified its offerings, emphasising its rich cultural heritage, historical landmarks and luxury golf

09/01/2025

Well-known industry player Darryl Erasmus officially took the helm as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of South African Tourism (SAT) yesterday (Tuesday, January 7).

Well-known industry player Darryl Erasmus officially took the helm as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of South African Tourism (SAT) yesterday (Tuesday, January 7). As COO, Erasmus will be

08/01/2025

With Meetings Africa 2025 around the corner, South African Tourism explores MICE growth, strategic partnerships and how to grow key source markets. Read all about it in the latest Brand Update from the national marketing body.

08/01/2025

South African Tourism has taken 19 South African travel trade members to Vakantiebeurs, the premier Dutch consumer travel expo in Utrecht, the Netherlands, from January 8-12.

South African Tourism has taken 19 South African travel trade members to Vakantiebeurs, the premier Dutch consumer travel expo in Utrecht, the Netherlands, from January 8-12. Among them will be 10