Industry News

KZN learners receive credentials as sommeliers
The Department of Tourism recently hosted a graduation ceremony for the Wine Service Training Programme in KwaZulu-Natal on and welcomed the new cohort of 88 sommelier graduates to populate the talent pool in the tourism value chain.

Kenya and Uganda’s Notable Potential for Growth will Strengthen Future Opportunities
Kenya and Uganda have robust relations because of the opportunities that exist between the two nations, which consistently support increased development.
Cape Town Tourism elects Wahida Parker as new board chairperson
The City of Cape Town’s official destination marketing organisation, Cape Town Tourism, has announced the election of Wahida Parker, managing director of the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC), as its new board chairperson.
UNWTO, Ojimah partner to drive tourism recovery across Africa
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and sustainability-focused travel technology platform, Ojimah have partnered to make positive storytelling and digitalisation key drivers of African tourism recovery.
New trends emerge for travellers visiting SA from abroad
Tourism entrepreneurs, the Entrepreneurs’ Organisation (EO) in Cape Town have identified new trends that are emerging for travellers visiting South Africa from abroad.
SA property owners: Short-term rentals are a hot ticket this season
This summer presents an opportunity for homeowners to profit from short-term rentals during what is expected to be a bumper tourist season driven largely by demand from international visitors, says Max Urban, managing director of short-term rental management company, Propr.
Thailand fully reopens to international tourists
International travellers to Thailand will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination or ATK test results, and a longer length of stay will be on offer, signalling the completion of the kingdom’s full reopening to international tourism.
Building the perfect Kruger National Park experience
There is so much to see and do in and around the Kruger National Park.
Standard Bank welcomes clients to its new lounge at Lanseria International Airport
Standard Bank has expanded its premium airport lounge portfolio with the launch of its brand new Fluent and Waiting Lounge at Lanseria International Airport.
HSG Holding Acquires IT Hospitality Group to Further Long-Term Investment Plans in the Hospitality Industry
HSG Holding has acquired IT Hospitality Group in a definitive agreement which launches its rollout of investments in the global hospitality industry Hospitality Industry. This acquisition will enable the IT Hospitality Group’s management to better support its increased market expansion across the region, establish new offices, and bring more services to its clients.
Air France Brings Premium Comfort Kits to Long-Haul South African Flights
Air France offers a new collection of comfort kits on its long-haul flights in the Business and Premium Economy cabins.
Airlink announces investment in FlyNamibia
South African-based airline Airlink is acquiring a 40% strategic equity holding in privately-owned Windhoek-based FlyNamibia.
Why SA Tourism invited over 840 of the most influential travellers to #ShareSouthAfrica
Perspective is everything. That’s possibly one of the biggest lessons we’ve learnt in the past two-and-half years.
Medical Care Beyond Borders: A Look Inside Medical Tourism
What is driving medical tourism which will undoubtedly see a resurgence? Experts say it’s because patients want more options when it comes to healthcare.
6 ways you can market to a zoomer tourist
Generation Z individuals are bringing a new dynamic to the global travel space, including business travel and are using their youth to capitalise on the freedom of remote work culture.