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27 Feb 2023

Source: Supplied. Front row: The KNP managing executive, Oscar Mthimkhulu, KNP gerneral manager of finance, Khethiwe Silubane, the deputy minister of tourism, Fish Mahlalela and the chief director of the department of tourism, Lizzy Mathopa. With them at the back are some of the graduates of the Tourism Monitors Training Programme.

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Round of applause for graduates of new tourism and SanParks empowerment programme

27 Feb 2023

SA Tourism acting CFO resigns amid Tottenham sponsorship deal

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SA Tourism acting CFO resigns amid Tottenham sponsorship deal

22 Feb 2023

South Africa, a paradise for global currencies

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Laurence Wall 20 Feb 2023

SanParks executive joins Wildlife Conservation Society

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SanParks executive joins Wildlife Conservation Society

16 Feb 2023

Food safety quality assurer boost for Gauteng tourism sector

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Food safety quality assurer boost for Gauteng tourism sector

8 Feb 2023

3 SA Tourism board members resign

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3 SA Tourism board members resign

6 Feb 2023

Donated wetland to expand Agulhas National Park

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Donated wetland to expand Agulhas National Park

2 Feb 2023

Western Cape secures R393m in conference bids

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Western Cape secures R393m in conference bids

30 Jan 2023

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Cifft Circuit, the global competition for tourism videos entries open

24 Jan 2023

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Cape Town's tourism industry recovers to pre-pandemic levels

19 Jan 2023

Travel and tourism are returning but it's not 'same old' anymore

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Travel and tourism are returning but it's not 'same old' anymore

Anton Gillis 16 Jan 2023

Importance of taking care of events, tourism and hospitality staff during peak season

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Importance of taking care of events, tourism and hospitality staff during peak season

Clinton Thom 11 Jan 2023

Transformation fund to assist Black tourism businesses

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Transformation fund to assist Black tourism businesses

10 Jan 2023

Call for Durban tourism awards entries

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Call for Durban tourism awards entries

9 Jan 2023

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Debbie Hathway 5 Jan 2023

Tourism industry condemns alleged racism incident at Maselpoort

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28 Dec 2022

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AIF confirms takeover of Club Travel Corporate

5 Dec 2022

The Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards return with a bang!

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FNB customer spend surpassed R3bn on Black Friday

28 Nov 2022

ILTM Africa to showcase growing golf and LGBTQ+ tourism markets in 2023

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ILTM Africa to showcase growing golf and LGBTQ+ tourism markets in 2023

28 Nov 2022

Eswatini drops all Covid entry restrictions

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Eswatini drops all Covid entry restrictions

25 Nov 2022

Tourism SMEs optimistic ahead of restriction-free holiday season

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Tourism SMEs optimistic ahead of restriction-free holiday season

23 Nov 2022

Wesgro appoints new CFO

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Wesgro appoints new CFO

23 Nov 2022

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Safari lodge expands and brings change

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Source: Supplied. Cape Town Tourism chief executive officer, Enver Duminy; IC Africa founder, Ingrid Carelse; mayoral committee member for economic growth, Alderman James Vos and Philippa Taylor, office manager at Baz-Art.

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Cape Town Tourism's Board Development Fund announces local beneficiaries

18 Nov 2022

Small tourism players face stumbling blocks. How to overcome them

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Small tourism players face stumbling blocks. How to overcome them

14 Nov 2022

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10 Nov 2022

IHG partners with Msafiri to expand its hotel portfolio across Africa

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7 Nov 2022

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27 Feb 2023

Source: Supplied. Front row: The KNP managing executive, Oscar Mthimkhulu, KNP gerneral manager of finance, Khethiwe Silubane, the deputy minister of tourism, Fish Mahlalela and the chief director of the department of tourism, Lizzy Mathopa. With them at the back are some of the graduates of the Tourism Monitors Training Programme.

Tourism & TravelRound of applause for graduates of new tourism and SanParks empowerment programme

27 Feb 2023

SA Tourism acting CFO resigns amid Tottenham sponsorship deal

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22 Feb 2023

South Africa, a paradise for global currencies

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Laurence Wall 20 Feb 2023

SanParks executive joins Wildlife Conservation Society

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16 Feb 2023

Food safety quality assurer boost for Gauteng tourism sector

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8 Feb 2023

3 SA Tourism board members resign

Tourism & Travel3 SA Tourism board members resign

6 Feb 2023

Donated wetland to expand Agulhas National Park

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2 Feb 2023

Western Cape secures R393m in conference bids

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30 Jan 2023

Image supplied. Cifft Circuit, the competition for tourism ads, promotional and social media videos, is open for entries until 31 January

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24 Jan 2023

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19 Jan 2023

Travel and tourism are returning but it's not 'same old' anymore

Tourism & TravelTravel and tourism are returning but it's not 'same old' anymore

Anton Gillis 16 Jan 2023

Importance of taking care of events, tourism and hospitality staff during peak season

Tourism & TravelImportance of taking care of events, tourism and hospitality staff during peak season

Clinton Thom 11 Jan 2023

Transformation fund to assist Black tourism businesses

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10 Jan 2023

Call for Durban tourism awards entries

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9 Jan 2023

Image supplied: Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort dune boarding

LifestyleThe top 5 African hotels for centi-millionaires

Debbie Hathway 5 Jan 2023

Tourism industry condemns alleged racism incident at Maselpoort

Tourism & TravelTourism industry condemns alleged racism incident at Maselpoort

28 Dec 2022

Source: ©irstone -

Tourism & TravelAIF confirms takeover of Club Travel Corporate

5 Dec 2022

The Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards return with a bang!

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New Media 5 Dec 2022

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RetailFNB customer spend surpassed R3bn on Black Friday

28 Nov 2022

ILTM Africa to showcase growing golf and LGBTQ+ tourism markets in 2023

Tourism & TravelILTM Africa to showcase growing golf and LGBTQ+ tourism markets in 2023

28 Nov 2022

Eswatini drops all Covid entry restrictions

Tourism & TravelEswatini drops all Covid entry restrictions

25 Nov 2022

Tourism SMEs optimistic ahead of restriction-free holiday season

Tourism & TravelTourism SMEs optimistic ahead of restriction-free holiday season

23 Nov 2022

Wesgro appoints new CFO

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23 Nov 2022

Image supplied: Royal Marlothi Kruger Safari Lodge and Spa

LifestyleSafari lodge expands and brings change

Nomvelo Masango 21 Nov 2022

Source: Supplied. Cape Town Tourism chief executive officer, Enver Duminy; IC Africa founder, Ingrid Carelse; mayoral committee member for economic growth, Alderman James Vos and Philippa Taylor, office manager at Baz-Art.

Tourism & TravelCape Town Tourism's Board Development Fund announces local beneficiaries

18 Nov 2022

Small tourism players face stumbling blocks. How to overcome them

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14 Nov 2022

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LifestyleSouth Africa wins bid to host World Waveski Surfing Titles

10 Nov 2022

IHG partners with Msafiri to expand its hotel portfolio across Africa

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7 Nov 2022

Travel industry SMEs urged to invest in understanding the post-pandemic traveller

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4 Nov 2022

Tasty, tastier, tastiest: New menus for City Lodge Hotels and Courtyard Hotels!

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City Lodge Hotel 3 Nov 2022

Cape Town Tourism elects Wahida Parker as new board chairperson

Tourism & TravelCape Town Tourism elects Wahida Parker as new board chairperson

28 Oct 2022

UNWTO, Ojimah partner to drive tourism recovery across Africa

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19 Oct 2022

New trends emerge for travellers visiting SA from abroad

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19 Oct 2022

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17 Oct 2022

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17 Oct 2022

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14 Oct 2022

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13 Oct 2022

Sun International bets on high spenders for income

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