South Africa’s tourism growth rests on its African neighbours as long-haul markets lag
The number of tourists arriving in South Africa edged up by 1.4% between July and August ...
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South Africa’s Tourism Growth Holds Firm as Regional Travel Drives July Arrivals
South Africa recorded strong growth in international tourism in July, with 991,696 international tourists entering the ...
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Africa’s Top 10 Travel Destinations by Tourism Revenue in 2024
Africa’s tourism sector witnessed a significant resurgence in 2024, as new data from the United Nations ...
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UK Reclaims Position as South Africa’s Leading Overseas Source Market in 2025
The United Kingdom has emerged as South Africa’s largest overseas source market for international travellers, overtaking ...
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Tourism Growth Signals Recovery and Uneven Gains Across South Africa
South Africa has recorded a marked increase in international tourist arrivals in 2025, with 1.1 million ...
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Tourism Leaders Urge Inclusive Growth for South Africa by 2026
South Africa’s tourism sector stands at a critical juncture, with industry leaders warning that the period ...
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Cape Town Recognised as the Best City in the World for 2025 by Time Out
Cape Town, often referred to as the "Mother City," has once again taken the global spotlight. ...
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President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Opinion: How South Africa’s Natural Splendour Can Drive Inclusive Growth
As the festive season makes way for the start of the new year, many South Africans ...
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South Africa Unveils Trusted Tour Operator Scheme to Attract Chinese and Indian Tourists
In a decisive move to capitalise on the burgeoning outbound tourism markets of China and India, ...
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