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Handcrafted South African flag bracelets fund transformation initiative that has already supported over 100 Black-owned tourism businesses The SATSA Tourism Business Incubator has unveiled an innovative “Doing It For Tourism” campaign designed to expand funding for its successful Incubator Programme in partnership with Sigma International. The initiative features handmade beaded South African flag bracelets, crafted […]
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Tech Meets Tourism – The new product category provides locals and tourists with seamless, on-demand access to Nairobi National Park, reinforcing Uber’s commitment to innovation and supporting Kenya’s tourism economy Uber has announced the launch of Uber Safari, a new product category offering tailored safari experiences in Nairobi National Park. This innovative product, unveiled as […]
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In the latest episode of Connecting Africa, CNN’s Victoria Rubadiri visited the Africa Food Show in Cape Town, South Africa, the continents’ largest food show, to see how chefs are bringing their dishes to life. The three-day event serves up the opportunity to immerse in African cuisine, with vendors using the opportunity to build relationships with consumers and distributors […]
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A low crime rate and a high safety index are now crucial advantages for African countries looking to achieve more wealth, draw in international collaboration, and enhance the standard of living for their people in 2025. Besides maintaining peace and order, these metrics show how stable, resilient, and prepared a country is for sustainable growth. […]
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With just ten days remaining until the highly anticipated Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) 2025, the City of uMhlathuze is buzzing with readiness to welcome global investors and business leaders. Scheduled from August 27th to 29th, this year’s forum, themed “Tourism and Infrastructure Investment: Driving Economic Transformation and Enhancing Community Well-Being,” promises a deep dive […]
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By Shaikha Al Nowais When it comes to the tourism industry, Sub-Saharan Africa’s youth population should be seen as one of the continent’s greatest strengths. With 70% under the age of 30, there is a generational opportunity to drive a new kind of industry. One that promotes local values, inclusive growth, climate action, and solidifies […]
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The cosmopolitan make-up of South Africa’s cultures, spread across its provinces, offers travellers unique and exciting experiences to explore the best of the southern bowl of Africa. There are many destinations that are popular favourites amongst travellers – but there are also some hidden gems that offer the most incredible travel experiences, that travellers simply […]
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By: Lindi Mthethwa, Regional Director of Sales & Marketing, Minor Hotels Africa Group “Women should not have to prove themselves any more. We’ve always worked hard to deliver results. I am proud of what we have accomplished in this industry and what we continue to achieve.” If there’s one thing COVID19 has taught the tourism […]
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Entries open for the African Travel & Tourism Awards presented by WTM Africa Africa Travel Week is on the lookout for the most inspiring and compelling storytellers in the African tourism industry for the African Travel & Tourism Awards presented by WTM Africa. The 2023 Awards will be themed ‘Rooted in Africa and will celebrate […]
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By Wayne Godwin For decades, tourism has remained a major contributor to the GDP of African economies. In 2019, the industry accounted for about seven percent of Africa’s GDP and contributed $169 billion to its economy—about the size of Côte d’Ivoire’s and Kenya’s combined GDP. But the advent of the Covid-19 pandemic changed all that. […]
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