Tourism
Tourism
Tourism
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Cape Town sets bold target of more than 200 000 tourism jobs by 2030
Cape Town is setting its sights on 200 000 tourism-related jobs by 2030, alongside billions in visitor spending and a sharp rise in international arrivals.
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V&A Waterfront Superyacht Marina to boost jobs, tourism, and tech hub status
Cape Town’s maritime economy is set for a boost with a R230 million investment in a new Superyacht Marina at the V&A Waterfront.
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South Africa’s tourism sector is booming with tourists seeking authentic experiences
South Africa’s tourism increased by 1.3 million arrivals in 2025, with visitors prioritizing immersive, sustainable experiences over traditional sightseeing.
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New campaign to showcase Stellenbosch’s hidden experiences
A new tourism campaign by Visit Stellenbosch highlights experiences that most visitors never discover, from dawn trail running in the remote Dwarsrivier Valley to traditional Xhosa home dining in Khayamandi.
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Tourism industry braces for impact as fuel prices surge in South Africa
As South Africans come to terms with the new fuel prices, Cape Town tour operators are concerned about the impact on their businesses.
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Cape Town prepares new tourism framework to boost visitor spending and jobs
Cape Town plans a new tourism framework to grow visitor numbers, spending, and jobs, with global marketing and flight expansion.
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Cape Town moves to end residential rates for commercial Airbnbs
Cape Town proposes making Airbnb properties pay commercial rates instead of residential, potentially increasing costs by 135% for property owners.
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Tourism drives record growth with 10.48 million visitors
South Africa achieves record tourism with 10.48 million arrivals in 2025, a 17.6% increase. Named Best Destination Africa, driving growth and jobs.
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Cape Town airport soars to 11.1 million passenger milestone
Cape Town airport shatters records with 11.1 million passengers in 2025, marking unprecedented growth in domestic and international travel.
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Xhariep District’s “distressing” tourism failures are condemned
The Xhariep District Municipality struggles to develop tourism, crucial for economic growth, due to a lack of strategy, inadequate infrastructure, neglected heritage sites, and exclusion of local communities. The Democratic…
