... A new report by Travel and Tour World has surfaced, revealing that in the first quarter of 2026, Morocco recorded the highest tourism growth in Africa. The North African nation outperformed regional giants, such as South Africa and Egypt. Morocco recorded the highest tourism growth in Africa in the first quarter of 2026, welcoming over 4.3 million international visitors. Despite ...

... locals alike. These resources will enable law enforcement teams to cover more ground efficiently and respond to incidents along the coastline with greater speed. Funding for the programme comes from the TOMSA Collaborative Fund, which is managed by the Tourism Business Council of South Africa. The TOMSA levy, contributed by tourism businesses across the country, supports a range of sector ...

... regional tourism and investment. Uganda has intensified efforts to position itself as a leading regional tourism destination after the Uganda High Commission in Pretoria hosted a delegation of 10 top Destination Management Companies (DMCs) from South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe at the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2026. The Southern African travel trade delegation participated in the expo ...

... in tournaments, as part of a broader client and investor engagement strategy. Throughout the panel discussion, international examples such as Dubai, South Africa and Saudi Arabia were highlighted as markets where golf plays a significant role in boosting tourism, real estate and the service economy. Participants argued that Mozambique could capture part of these investment and tourism flows if it ...

... support aimed at improving sustainability and growth. According to Bahle Mangali from Fetola, small hospitality businesses continue to play a vital role in driving local economic development and tourism recovery across South Africa. Mangali said empowering small operators has a ripple effect on communities. "Small hospitality businesses play a critical role in local economic development. When entrepreneurs are given the ...

... has remained resilient even as travellers face higher fuel prices and rising flight costs. "South Africans are very resilient travellers," she said. "The latest numbers we have show domestic tourism growth of 38% compared to last year." Sho't Left Travel Week relaunched: Boosting domestic tourism in South Africa Robin Fredericks 4 Jun 2024 While economic pressure is expected to influence ...

... Luanda Protocol Palace, Hotel Intercontinental, Epic Sanae and Lelu Tour (travel agency). For three days, Angola will share its tourism potential with leading tourism destinations that attract the most visitors worldwide, such as France, Spain, the United States of America, Italy, Turkey, Mexico, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil, and others. Other African countries represented include Mozambique, South Africa, Uganda, Rwanda, ...

... Namibia has launched a new luxury tourism expo aimed at positioning the country as one of Africa's leading high-end and sustainable travel destinations. The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB), in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, unveiled the Namibia Luxury Travel Market (NLTM) during the 2026 Africa's Travel Indaba held in Durban, South Africa. The inaugural Namibia Luxury ...

... South Africa's tourism transport sector has welcomed the government's nearly R31 billion (US$1.8 billion) allocation to the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) but says the real test will be whether the funding translates into safer, more reliable access to tourism destinations across the country. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced the allocation during the tabling of the Department of Transport's ...

... South Africa and Mauritius have signed a landmark tourism cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening regional travel, improving connectivity, and expanding collaboration across the tourism value chain. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in the Field of Tourism was signed at Africa's Travel Indaba 2026 by South African Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille and Mauritian Tourism Minister Richard Duval. The ...

... locals alike. These resources will enable law enforcement teams to cover more ground efficiently and respond to incidents along the coastline with greater speed. Funding for the programme comes from the TOMSA Collaborative Fund, which is managed by the Tourism Business Council of South Africa. The TOMSA levy, contributed by tourism businesses across the country, supports a range of sector ...

... ahead, African travel professionals would do well to consider how business events tourism might feature more prominently in their portfolios. As international organisations increasingly seek destinations that combine professional infrastructure with distinctive cultural experiences, the continent's leading nations are positioning themselves to capture growing market share. South Africa's current trajectory suggests that strategic investment in this sector yields measurable returns, ...

... Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, has welcomed the recent supplementary citrus phytosanitary agreement between South Africa and China as a major step forward in driving economic growth and creating jobs, while unlocking new export opportunities for the province's citrus industry. Responding to parliamentary questions, Minister Meyer confirmed that the agreement, formalised on 10 ...

... concentration of operations in Durban also positions the city as a potential model for other African ports considering cruise tourism development. As the continent explores new avenues for tourism growth, the lessons emerging from South Africa's experience with female-dominated passenger profiles and hub-based operations offer valuable insights for destinations seeking to carve out their own place in the global cruise ...

... landmark 12 months for the EcoTraining team. In the past year, EcoTraining became the first and only field guide training provider in South Africa to offer university-level NQF5 qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education. In September, it was named Best Education Study Abroad Provider at the 2025 Global Youth Travel Awards in Lisbon. Now, South African Tourism has ...

... occur. However, the notice has since been removed from the website, despite no notice of a formal withdrawal. "We believe this matter highlights the need for greater clarity and consistency regarding the treatment of overbooking practices across the aviation sector, tourism sector and consumer goods and services industry as a whole," said the airline. The airline said it would continue ...

... servitude of storage to impound the water of the dams, and the provisions in the draft regulations related to gill nets. The Department is currently working through the extensive comments received and will be reviewing the draft regulations to ensure clear, practical regulations to enable continued safe activities on Departmental dams whilst supporting and growing tourism, hospitality and economic activities ...

... the city's tourism had been affected by the failure to maintain the streetlights. "If it wasn't for the businesses, the beachfront would be in complete darkness, but they came together and repaired some of the streetlights. But some parks [in] the area remain in darkness, and it's not just the residents of Summerstrand, it's also residents from the township who ...

... great comparative advantage it has over other African countries, as it already has world-class event operators. Angola shared its tourism potential with tourism leaders, attracting the most visitors worldwide, such as France, Spain, the United States of America, Italy, Turkey, Mexico, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil, among others. Mozambique, South Africa, Uganda, Rwanda, and Morocco were the other African countries ...

... regional tourism and investment. Uganda has intensified efforts to position itself as a leading regional tourism destination after the Uganda High Commission in Pretoria hosted a delegation of 10 top Destination Management Companies (DMCs) from South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe at the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2026. The Southern African travel trade delegation participated in the expo ...