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The country welcomed 10.48 million tourists in 2025, and arrivals grew by 11.8% in January 2026, consolidating its position as one of Africa’s standout destinations. In recent years, international tourism has undergone a profound transformation following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on global mobility. With borders reopening and international flights resuming, the sector began […]
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Tourism and investment leaders from across the continent are urged to attend the Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), taking place on 14 April 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) as part of World Travel Market Africa. Produced in partnership with JLL Africa, an affiliate member of UN Tourism, the one-day conference brings […]
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Polokwane, the capital of South Africa’s premier sustainable tourism province, will host Pan-African tourism industry leaders. The province is the home of the Kruger National Park and some of the world’s leading nature reserves. As a top eco-tourism destination, the Province offers authentic African experiences, including viewing the Big Five, exploring baobab trees, hiking in […]
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By Michael Pownall, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Valor Hospitality Partners – AMEA There should be no doubt that Africa’s tourism potential is enormous. The continent’s 54 countries are home to some of the most spectacular natural wonders, cultural experiences, and culinary delights on the planet. Home to more than a billion people, there’s also […]
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Do you wish to invest in Ethiopia’s hospitality sector? With a population of over 100 million people, Ethiopia is Africa’s second most populous nation. Just like many other countries on the continent, Ethiopia has gone through various economic and social challenges. Ethiopia is one of the countries in Africa that has begun to realize the […]
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By Jan Van Der Putten, Vice President, Operations, Africa and Indian Ocean, Hilton With global awareness around climate change and sustainability increasing, consumers are travelling more thoughtfully and making conscious choices across the entire travel experience. They are thinking critically about how and where they spend their money during their trips, opting to stay at […]
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Covid-19 caused seismic shifts in consumer behaviour when it upended lives and livelihoods across the globe through extended lockdowns. While not all changes are proving to be permanent, there are specific trends driving customer-centric innovation within the retail, hotel and hospitality industries that seem here to stay. Evan Schiff, Portfolio Director of Food, Hospitality and […]
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Leading aparthotel operator offers flexi-rental accommodation at 4/5-star luxury properties Totalstay’s no-lease agreement mirrors growing flexible leasing in local commercial property market Totalstay, a Cape Town-based aparthotel operator that operates a private collection of fully managed, hotel-grade vacation rentals including hotels, villas and serviced apartments, is offering flexible monthly rentals free of lease agreements, at […]
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