JOHANNESBURG - The South African tourism sector is thrust under the spotlight, again, on Monday as Africa's Travel Indaba kicks off in Durban.Businesses are also hoping to use the gathering to rope in investors as the tourism sector continues to recover to pre-COVID levels.
#TravelIndaba23 | Tourism deputy minister Amos Mahlalela says govt is optimistic the industry will rebound to pre-pandemic levels, as part of the economic recovery plan. But he admits there are some bottlenecks to address incl infrastructure, safety, and policy. @khanya_mntambo pic.twitter.com/FI51x8pd96
' EWN Reporter May 8, 2023 Africa’s Travel Indaba is an iconic leisure trade show organised by SA Tourism.Africa’s #TravelIndaba23 kicks off in a not-so-sunny city of Durban this morning with about 5000 delegates from 20 African states expected to showcase the continent’s business potential in the tourism sector. @khanya_mntambo pic.twitter.com/0EKui2BMCrDe Lille will be joined by at least 5,000 delegates from at least 20 African states.
Delegates are also expected to make the most of what the City of Durban has on offer with vibrant spice markets, the authentic Zulu culture and a vibrant nightlife boosting the local economy. Tourism remains a key contributor to economic recovery in KwaZulu-Natal with the sector contributing almost 10% to the province’s GDP before the COVID-19 pandemic.