SA Tourism Update Online

10/12/2025

Qantas’ new flight from Perth to Johannesburg is expected to significantly boost inbound arrivals from the rapidly growing Australasian market and take pressure off the Sydney-Johannesburg flight, which has experienced passenger growth of 48% over the past year.

Qantas’ new flight from Perth to Johannesburg is expected to significantly boost inbound arrivals from the rapidly growing Australasian market and …

09/12/2025

[Sponsored] It is that time of the year when the city unveils its Festive Season Management Plan to demonstrate our state of readiness to host thousands of holidaymakers.

Speech by eThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba“It is that time of the year when the city unveils its Festive Season Management Plan to demonstra…

09/12/2025

The long-anticipated expansion of Malindi International Airport is back in focus with the national and Kilifi County governments confirming renewed discussions to revive the stalled project.

The long-anticipated expansion of Malindi International Airport is back in focus with the national and Kilifi County governments confirming renewed…

08/12/2025

With its unique wilderness areas, abundant sunshine and striking natural beauty, Africa is well placed to meet the growing demand for health and wellbeing tourism. Read more in this week’s feature.
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08/12/2025

Malawi’s proposal to introduce a reciprocal visa policy has been described by industry stakeholders as a knee-jerk reaction to the country’s budgetary and foreign exchange shortages and a move that will likely be detrimental to tourism.

Malawi’s proposal to introduce a reciprocal visa policy has been described by industry stakeholders as a knee-jerk reaction to the country’s budget…

05/12/2025

Western Cape tourism officials are anticipating a summer season characterised by increased occupancies in smaller towns, noting growing travel trade interest in multi-region itineraries and longer average stays.

Western Cape tourism officials are anticipating a summer season characterised by increased occupancies in smaller towns, noting growing travel trad…

04/12/2025

Rail tourism is gaining renewed momentum in South Africa with the Western Cape positioning heritage rail as a central pillar of its niche tourism strategy – a segment the province says is key to stimulating economic growth, regional dispersal and job creation.

Rail tourism is gaining renewed momentum in South Africa with the Western Cape positioning heritage rail as a central pillar of its niche tourism s…

02/12/2025

[Sponsored] Ker & Downey® Africa has entered an inspiring new chapter defined by emotion, innovation and unity. Following a complete brand reimagination, the company has announced the full integration of Grand Africa Safaris and the launch of two pioneering initiatives – the Safari Planner and the Agent Portal – signalling a new era for travellers and trade partners.

Integration, innovation and the feelings-driven safari plannerKer & Downey® Africa has entered an inspiring new chapter defined by emotion, innovat…

02/12/2025

While President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the US stance on South Africa as “regrettable”, US travel into South Africa remains largely unaffected.

While President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the US stance on South Africa as “regrettable”, US travel into South Africa remains largely unaffecte…

01/12/2025

Demand for sustainable, community-driven eco-tourism continues to surge. Market Research forecasts that the sustainable tourism market will grow to US$15 trillion by 2034. Read more in this week’s feature.
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01/12/2025

While the tourism sector has broadly welcomed the Department of Home Affairs’ (DHA) assertion that South Africa’s ETA platform has approved over 10 000 applications in just over a month, some questions have been raised about the functionality and security processes of the new system.

While the tourism sector has broadly welcomed the Department of Home Affairs’ (DHA) assertion that South Africa’s ETA platform has approved over 10…