The #Durban #Beachfront is being fixed and is delivering for Southern Sun again, according to @SouthernSunGrp CEO. #MoneywebNews - By @SurenNaidoo moneyweb.co.za/moneyweb-podc… via @Moneyweb

In 2010, many of us thought we were preparing to host a tournament. In truth, we were preparing to encounter ourselves, writes Mathebula. ebx.sh/iXvt18

🇳🇴 Nobody does team photos like NORWAY. Period. 1️⃣ Viking warriors “setting sail” for the FIFA World Cup 2026— this is cinema ⚔️ 2️⃣ Cleanest, most aesthetic squad photo in the current kit. Just pure vibes 😍 3️⃣ Every player in the shirt of the club where their journey started… man, the feels 🥹 ❤️ This is what football is all about !

South Africa cannot afford to lock 165,000 graduates out of the economy dailymaverick.co.za/article/…

LE TOGO SUPPRIME LE VISA POUR TOUS LES AFRICAINS ! Le Togo franchit une étape historique dans le renforcement de l’intégration africaine. Désormais, tous les ressortissants des États africains détenteurs d’un passeport national valide peuvent entrer sur le territoire togolais sans visa, pour un séjour allant jusqu’à 30 jours. À travers cette réforme majeure, le Président du Conseil réaffirme sa volonté de faire du Togo un espace d’ouverture, de mobilité, d’opportunités et de coopération au cœur du continent africain. Les voyageurs doivent toutefois effectuer leur déclaration de voyage sur la plateforme officielle voyage.gouv.tg au moins 24 heures avant leur arrivée afin d’obtenir leur bordereau de voyage. Le Togo confirme ainsi son leadership en matière d’intégration régionale et de rapprochement des peuples africains. #Togo #Afrique #integration #Libre #panafricanism #voyage #cooperation

Tourism safety and destination readiness remain important priorities in supporting visitor confidence and long-term tourism growth. This week during Africa’s Travel Indaba, tourism and government stakeholders came together in Durban for the launch of the eThekwini Coastal Tourism Policing initiative, supported through the TOMSA Collaborative Fund. The initiative included the handover of patrol vehicles, quad bikes, trailers and uniforms aimed at strengthening visible policing and rapid response capabilities along Durban’s beachfront and tourism hotspots. As one of South Africa’s major tourism hubs, Durban continues to play an important role across leisure travel, business events and coastal tourism experiences. Continued collaboration between municipalities, tourism stakeholders and industry partners remains important in supporting safe, accessible and welcoming destinations. Read more: buff.ly/qigPTUf #SouthAfrica #Tourism #Travel #TBCSA #TOMSA #ATI2026

The world’s best road trip? Right here in #SouthAfrica A country notorious for potholes now also has the smoothest ride: South Africa’s Garden Route is the world’s best road trip, according to Auto Trader UK. financialmail.businessday.co…

Tourism readiness relies not only on destination marketing, but also on the operational systems that support safe and accessible visitor experiences. Today, the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA), together with partners and stakeholders, participated in the handover of beach patrol vehicles to the City of eThekwini in support of beachfront safety operations. The initiative forms part of broader efforts aimed at supporting tourism infrastructure, visibility and visitor safety within one of South Africa’s key tourism destinations. As Durban continues to strengthen its tourism offering ahead of major events and peak travel periods, coordinated public and private sector collaboration remains important in supporting visitor confidence and destination experiences. #SouthAfrica #Tourism #Travel #TBCSA

President Ramaphosa, your private visit last week to President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s farm has unsettled millions of Zimbabweans, and it deserves a public reply, says Zimbabwean businessman Trevor Ncube. sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za/…

RT @DonaldDavhie: South Africa’s response to the request by the Republic of Ghana for a debate at the AU on the “Xenophobic Attacks in the…

Would you book a night’s stay on Robben Island? I had to read the headline twice because it felt too surreal to be real. Former prison guard houses may be turned into tourist accommodation. At first, it sounded like satire… but it’s not. A pilot project is already underway, and the idea is gaining traction. But this isn’t just another development opportunity. Robben Island is a place of deep historical weight. A site tied to pain, resistance, suffering and sacrifice. A place where history is not separate from the land… it is the land. And just like that, it’s being reframed as somewhere you can check in. Where do we draw the line between preservation and commercialisation? Read my full article below.

"Misinformation and disinformation is another issue that needs to be dealt with extensively, if we want to get buy in from South Africans. People believe what they see online that's why our organization is investing in digital technology to help with voter registration and reporting of issues on the ground during elections through our programme's. @ForDemocracySa @mbalimcdust @IECSouthAfrica

[SAVE THE DATE] The Tourism Business Council of South Africa will host the fifth edition of the TBCSA Tourism Leadership Conference from 27–28 October 2026 at Sun City Resort, North West province. As the council marks 30 years of private sector leadership, this year’s conference aims to create space for reflection on how the sector has evolved and what is required to move it forward. Tourism continues to be shaped by changing global dynamics, from shifting demand patterns to broader economic pressures. The 2026 conference will focus on practical steps needed to strengthen demand and improve destination competitiveness. Learn more about previous conference outcomes and engagements here: tbcsa.travel/ Share in the comments which aspects of the sector deserve more focus to unlock consistent demand. #SouthAfrica #Tourism #Travel #TBCSA

The official numbers are out…Let’s make it even bigger and better in 2027?! Nielsen Sports SA data shows the landmark event at Steyn City attracted a live unique audience of 186,771 viewers, while capturing over 90% of SuperSport’s golf viewership during the tournament window underlining its dominance among local audiences. #golf #livgolf @livgolf_league

Last week at @WTM_Africa in Cape Town, I had the opportunity to moderate the panel “Over-Tourism: Can There Be Too Much Investment?” with Hafsa Mbamba, Tourism Manager at the Presidential Delivery Bureau, Zanzibar; Enver Duminy, Chief Executive Officer of Cape Town Tourism; and Shelley Cox, Co-owner of Africa Conservation Travel and We Are Victoria Falls Destination Management Organisation. What made the discussion especially valuable was that each panelist brought practical lessons from Zanzibar, Cape Town, and Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, grounding the conversation in lived destination experience rather than abstract debate. One of the most important takeaways for me was that Africa may need to frame the debate on over-tourism differently. Much of the global conversation comes from destinations already dealing with saturation. In the African context, many destinations are still seeking more tourists, greater value, and more investment. That shifts the question. The issue is often not “over-tourism” in the classic sense, but the concentration of visitors, investment, and benefits in specific places, and whether destinations are being managed well enough to support the growth they want, while making it competitive, resilient, and widely beneficial. The panel also highlighted the importance of connecting destination marketing much more closely with destination management. If promotion and investment move faster than planning, infrastructure, governance, and community benefit, what looks like growth can quickly become a strain. Another key point was that success cannot be measured solely by arrivals. Destinations need to understand citizen sentiment, whether residents feel tourism is improving their city, and whether the benefits are spreading beyond the usual hotspots. The discussion also reinforced the importance of connecting destinations more deliberately, so visitor flows, investment, and opportunity can reach underutilised areas. I also appreciated that the conversation moved beyond infrastructure alone. We explored shared-benefit tourism, stewardship, circular economy opportunities, and the importance of ensuring that tourism growth translates into visible value for residents, local businesses, communities, and ecosystems. That is what will ultimately sustain legitimacy and competitiveness over time. For me, the strongest conclusion from the session was this: Africa does not need to inherit the mistakes of already saturated destinations elsewhere. It still has an opportunity to build better-managed, better-planned, and more resilient tourism destinations, and, in doing so, become a benchmark for smarter, shared-benefit tourism growth. Congratulations to Gillian Saunders, Reed Exhibitions, and JLL on convening such a strong event, and thank you again to Hafsa, Enver, and Shelley for such a thoughtful and grounded discussion. #TourismInvestment #DestinationManagement #AfricaTourism

Johannesburg is undergoing a major urban shift, with a growing share of office buildings being converted into residential and mixed-use developments. dailyinvestor.com/property/1…

South Africans (SAns) 🇿🇦 are the world’s friendliest people, according to Remitly.

The Garden Route has officially been ranked the world’s best road trip Scoring 90.6/100, it beat iconic routes like Route 66 and the Amalfi Coast. A big win for South African tourism!: capetownetc.com/things-to-do…

We have officially wrapped up our participation at World Travel Market Africa, marking a significant milestone in advancing the strategic positioning of Maropeng on the global stage. During this prestigious platform, we proudly presented the Maropeng Investment Prospectus, reinforcing our commitment to unlocking sustainable tourism growth, driving investment opportunities, and enhancing the value proposition of the Cradle of Humankind. We were further honoured by the presence of Ewan Botha, Member of the Executive Council (MEC) for Environment, Gauteng, alongside Bongani Ngomane, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Cradle of Humankind, reflecting strong leadership and continued institutional support for tourism development and heritage preservation. This engagement also formed part of commemorating 20 years of Maropeng, celebrating two decades of excellence in advancing South Africa’s heritage and visitor economy. In recognition of exemplary service and outstanding contribution, we also had the honour of awarding Dr Trish with a framed certificate of appreciation for her dedicated work and impactful role in advancing the vision and success of Maropeng. This engagement reflects our continued commitment to partnerships, excellence, and the long-term development of South Africa’s heritage and tourism economy. #WTMAfrica #Maropeng #TourismInvestment #CradleOfHumankind #GrowingGautengTogether #Maropeng20Years

What great birthday weekend I’ve had just perfect 💛🤍💙 @LUFC #MOT Come on Leeds!!