South Africa News

ANDBEYOND PHINDA FOREST LODGE – SOUTH AFRICA
A sensitive refurbishment takes a well-loved eco-lodge into the next chapter of its story

South Africa and Brazil sign trade marketing agreement at WTM London 2023
Brazil and South Africa have signed an agreement to foster collaboration between the two countries in their tourism initiatives

WTM Global Report: Domestic tourism leading Africa’s post-pandemic recovery
Major destinations and source markets across Africa are expected to end 2023 ahead of pre-pandemic values in terms of value, with domestic tourism performing strongly, reveals new research published today.

Tourism KwaZulu-Natal heads to London for the 2023 World Travel Market
Tourism KwaZulu-Natal (TKZN) is heading to London for the 2023 World Travel Market (WTM) on Monday.

Saudi Arabia opens e-visa system to South Africans
The Department of Tourism also has a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Department which outlines its joint objectives to grow tourism between our countries

Club Med, the Pioneer of the All-Inclusive Concept, Announces New Resorts
Club Med, the pioneer of the all-inclusive concept, announced a variety of new developments including three forthcoming international resorts — the brand’s first resort in South Africa and the first Exclusive Collection (5-Star) resort in South America

OurAfrica.Travel 2024 Opens for Registration
Registration for the 2024 edition of digital trade show OurAfrica.Travel, due to take place from 5 – 9 February 2024 is now open – kicking off the tourism show season in style, linking global buyers with properties and suppliers in Africa and Indian Ocean.

South African Airways Teams Up with SunExpress for Fleet Support During High Demand Period
South African Airways (SAA) and SunExpress, have entered into a damp lease agreement that will allow SAA to operate a schedule utilising two SunExpress aircraft for a six-month period, commencing mid-October 2023. The first of the 2 aircraft was received yesterday.

Falko delivers two Embraer E190 aircraft to Airlink
Falko Regional Aircraft (Falko) has completed the delivery of two Embraer E190 aircraft on lease to South African carrier Airlink.

The Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention Bureau: Pioneering Tourism Development
In the heart of South Africa’s stunning KwaZulu-Natal province lies Durban, a city blessed with breathtaking natural beauty, a rich cultural heritage, and a thriving economy. Durban’s allure as a tourist destination has been on the rise, thanks in no small part to the extraordinary work being done by the Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention Bureau (DKNCB). This dynamic organization is at the forefront of promoting tourism development in the region, and their efforts have been nothing short of terrific and is why their nomination for Africa’s Leading Meeting’s & Conference Destination 2023 in the forthcoming Africa & Indian Ocean Ceremony of the World Travel Awards is so deserved.

Pullman Hotels & Resorts Debuts in South Africa with Iconic Cape Town City Centre Property
Pullman Cape Town City Centre, the first property under the Pullman Hotels & Resorts brand in South Africa, has found residence in the prestigious Triangle House – an architecturally acclaimed skyscraper standing tall at 104 metres, a vantage point from which guests are treated to awe-inspiring vistas of Table Mountain, the Atlantic Ocean, and of Cape Town’s majestic cityscape.

Fastjet Zimbabwe increases frequencies from Bulawayo and Johannesburg
Fastjet Zimbabwe has increased flight frequencies from Bulawayo’s JM Nkomo International Airport to Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport.