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SSouth African Tourism works to support both local and international travel trade partners through education about South Africa, tools to assist with the marketing of South Africa and South African products and strives to unlock opportunities for business in the tourism value chain. Keep up to date with the latest industry news and events in South Africa and abroad, and become an expert on South Africa through our various support tools and programmes listed below.
Research
- Industry Reports
Tourism Outlook July 2021
1337 downloads01 Apr 202101 AprIndustry ReportsTourism Outlook July 2021South African Tourism has compiled a monthly tourism snapshot which provides a monthly outlook for international tourism from key source markets to South Africa. Information in the snapshot for each country includes: •Current restrictions on travel to/return from South Africa •Indication of COVID-19 infection levels •Progress in COVID-19 vaccination roll-out •Latest available data on tourist arrivals to South Africa •Indicator of near-term tourism potential from source market
1337 downloads - Industry Reports
Tourism Outlook March 2021
936 downloads31 Mar 202131 MarIndustry ReportsTourism Outlook March 2021South African Tourism has compiled a monthly tourism snapshot which provides a monthly outlook for international tourism from key source markets to South Africa. Information in the snapshot for each country includes: •Current restrictions on travel to/return from South Africa •Indication of COVID-19 infection levels •Progress in COVID-19 vaccination roll-out •Latest available data on tourist arrivals to South Africa •Indicator of near-term tourism potential from source market
936 downloads - Industry Reports
Tourism Outlook February 2021
542 downloads01 Feb 202101 FebIndustry ReportsTourism Outlook February 2021South African Tourism has compiled a monthly tourism snapshot which provides a monthly outlook for international tourism from key source markets to South Africa. Information in the snapshot for each country includes: •Current restrictions on travel to/return from South Africa •Indication of COVID-19 infection levels •Progress in COVID-19 vaccination roll-out •Latest available data on tourist arrivals to South Africa •Indicator of near-term tourism potential from source market
542 downloads - Industry Reports
International Tourist Behaviour Survey
274 downloadsIndustry ReportsInternational Tourist Behaviour SurveyDipstick on changes in consumer preference.
274 downloads - Tourist Arrivals
2016 Tourist arrival September
329 downloads01 Sep 201601 SepTourist Arrivals2016 Tourist arrival SeptemberThis report analyses tourist arrivals to South Africa. As part of a national effort to improve the quality of tourism statistics in South Africa, tourist arrivals, as opposed to visitor arrivals, is now been released. Please note that published figures exclude Transit tourist.
329 downloads - Tourist Arrivals
2016 Tourist arrival October
109 downloads01 Oct 201601 OctTourist Arrivals2016 Tourist arrival OctoberThis report analyses tourist arrivals to South Africa. As part of a national effort to improve the quality of tourism statistics in South Africa, tourist arrivals, as opposed to visitor arrivals, is now been released. Please note that published figures exclude Transit tourist.
109 downloads - Tourist Arrivals
2016 Tourist arrival November
127 downloads01 Nov 201601 NovTourist Arrivals2016 Tourist arrival NovemberThis report analyses tourist arrivals to South Africa. As part of a national effort to improve the quality of tourism statistics in South Africa, tourist arrivals, as opposed to visitor arrivals, is now been released. Please note that published figures exclude Transit tourist.
127 downloads - Tourist Arrivals
2016 Tourist arrival May
58 downloads01 May 201601 MayTourist Arrivals2016 Tourist arrival MayThis report analyses tourist arrivals to South Africa. As part of a national effort to improve the quality of tourism statistics in South Africa, tourist arrivals as opposed to visitor arrivals is now been released. Please note that published figures exclude Transit tourist.
58 downloads
News
- 16 December 2024
South African Tourism responds to inaccurate and misleading reporting
410 viewsPress Release | 16 December 2024South African Tourism responds to inaccurate and misleading reportingSouth African Tourism (SA Tourism) wishes to clarify the inaccuracies in a City Press article dated 15th December 2024 with headline “Questions Over SA Tourism’s Tenders” written by journalist Norman Masungwini. The article refers to the alleged awarding of a R100 million tender for an Exhibition Management Company. The claims in the article misrepresent facts, and the processes involved.410 views - 06 December 2024
South Africa’s Performing Arts - the perfect escape
772 viewsPress Release | 06 December 2024South Africa’s Performing Arts - the perfect escapeSouth Africa is a country rich with talent, - in every corner for every reason, there is song, there is dance, there is humour, and it is infectious. That talent finds form and audience in South Africa’s dense and layered performing arts scene. Making time to step into a theatre or dance production is a certain way to step into new cultures and languages, a people's hopes and history.772 views - 05 December 2024
Prominent theatres in the bustle of the urban centre
613 viewsPress Release | 05 December 2024Prominent theatres in the bustle of the urban centreA step into the theatre is a step out of the usual programme, into a crafted moment in time, a new world staged and shared. What sets South African theatre apart is its fearless fusion of styles, languages and traditions. What marks South African artists is their talent, outspokenness and fiery innovativeness. Whether a big city theatre or an intimate studio gathering, the performing arts offering in whatever corner of South Africa a traveller finds themselves will invariably be enriching, enlivening and inspiring where each performance offers a window into the soul of this diverse nation.613 views - 29 November 2024
South Africa’s vibrant summer culture and energy
1049 viewsPress Release | 29 November 2024South Africa’s vibrant summer culture and energyAs summer fast approaches in South Africa, the nation gears up for a season of unparalleled musical celebration, drawing in locals and international visitors to experience the country’s diverse and dynamic soundscapes.1049 views - 29 November 2024
Kwa Stuur Homestay: Breathing life to rural tourism and community upliftment
659 viewsPress Release | 29 November 2024Kwa Stuur Homestay: Breathing life to rural tourism and community upliftmentDriven by a strong passion for using tourism as a catalyst for economic growth in her rural community, a young Eastern Cape woman, Phumeza Stuurman, opened her home to visitors, thus creating the KwaStuur Homestay experience.659 views - 29 November 2024
Somopho Hills: Blending thrills with tradition to boost rural tourism and economic growth
684 viewsPress Release | 29 November 2024Somopho Hills: Blending thrills with tradition to boost rural tourism and economic growthIn the heart of the rural KwaSomopho community, outside of Empangeni in northern KwaZulu-Natal, lies Somopho Hills, an adventure park reshaping the landscape of rural tourism by seamlessly blending thrilling adventures with community empowerment, cultural preservation, and environmental sustainability.684 views - 21 November 2024
South Africa elevates its global business events profile at IBTM World 2024
686 viewsPress Release | 21 November 2024South Africa elevates its global business events profile at IBTM World 2024Barcelona, Spain – South Africa has once again showcased its strength as a world class business events destination at the recently concluded IBTM World 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. The event, which ran from 19 to 21 November 2024, brought together thousands of industry leaders, exhibitors, and buyers from over 150 countries, offering a global platform to connect, collaborate, and explore the latest trends in the business events sector.686 views - 20 November 2024
South African Art Shines Bright in the Summer : A Celebration of Culture & Diversity : Written by FNB Art JHB’s Mandla Sibeko
1010 viewsPress Release | 20 November 2024South African Art Shines Bright in the Summer : A Celebration of Culture & Diversity : Written by FNB Art JHB’s Mandla SibekoSouth Africa, a country defined by its unique quirks, and eclectic, contrasts, and contradictions, finds its artistic heartbeat in the intersection of history, culture, and the relentless pursuit of self-definition. Its summer art calendar embodies this spirit, inviting both locals and global visitors to engage in the dynamic, ever-evolving dialogue of what it means to be at home in the country.1010 views