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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.

Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
TGCSA is the only officially recognised organisation that authorises accommodation establishments to display stars. Get graded today!
Lilizela Tourism Awards
Recognising and rewarding tourism players and businesses who work to deliver world-class products and services.
SA Specialist
SA Specialist
SA Specialist is an interactive online learning programme that will improve your knowledge of South Africa.
Digital Assets Library
Digital Assets Library
A collection of some beautiful images and video clips made for the esteemed partners of South African Tourism in promoting travel in and to South Africa.
Partner Platform
Partner Platform
If you're a travel trade partner, widen your reach by uploading your latest and greatest South African travel deals to South African Tourism's own Partner Platform.
Travel Directory
Travel Directory
Tourism operators can update their offering and for travellers to find accommodation, activities and attractions.
Africa's Travel Indaba
Africa's Travel Indaba
One of the largest tourism marketing events in Africa and one of the top three ‘must visit’ events of its kind on the global calendar.

Research

  • Industry Reports

    Tourism Outlook July 2021

    Industry Reports
    Tourism Outlook July 2021

    South 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

  • Industry Reports

    Tourism Outlook March 2021

    Industry Reports
    Tourism Outlook March 2021

    South 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

  • Industry Reports

    Tourism Outlook February 2021

    Industry Reports
    Tourism Outlook February 2021

    South 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

  • Industry Reports

    International Tourist Behaviour Survey

    Industry Reports
    International Tourist Behaviour Survey

    Dipstick on changes in consumer preference.

  • Tourist Arrivals

    2016 Tourist arrival September

    Tourist Arrivals
    2016 Tourist arrival September

    This 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.

  • Tourist Arrivals

    2016 Tourist arrival October

    Tourist Arrivals
    2016 Tourist arrival October

    This 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.

  • Tourist Arrivals

    2016 Tourist arrival November

    Tourist Arrivals
    2016 Tourist arrival November

    This 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.

  • Tourist Arrivals

    2016 Tourist arrival May

    Tourist Arrivals
    2016 Tourist arrival May

    This 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.

  • 06 December 2024

    South Africa’s Performing Arts - the perfect escape

    Press Release | 06 December 2024
    South Africa’s Performing Arts - the perfect escape
    South 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.
  • 05 December 2024

    Prominent theatres in the bustle of the urban centre

    Press Release | 05 December 2024
    Prominent theatres in the bustle of the urban centre
    A 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.
  • 29 November 2024

    South Africa’s vibrant summer culture and energy

    Press Release | 29 November 2024
    South Africa’s vibrant summer culture and energy
    As 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.
  • 29 November 2024

    Kwa Stuur Homestay: Breathing life to rural tourism and community upliftment

    Press Release | 29 November 2024
    Kwa Stuur Homestay: Breathing life to rural tourism and community upliftment
    Driven 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.
  • 29 November 2024

    Somopho Hills: Blending thrills with tradition to boost rural tourism and economic growth

    Press Release | 29 November 2024
    Somopho Hills: Blending thrills with tradition to boost rural tourism and economic growth
    In 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.
  • 21 November 2024

    South Africa elevates its global business events profile at IBTM World 2024

    Press Release | 21 November 2024
    South Africa elevates its global business events profile at IBTM World 2024
    Barcelona, 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.
  • 20 November 2024

    South African Art Shines Bright in the Summer : A Celebration of Culture & Diversity : Written by FNB Art JHB’s Mandla Sibeko

    Press Release | 20 November 2024
    South African Art Shines Bright in the Summer : A Celebration of Culture & Diversity : Written by FNB Art JHB’s Mandla Sibeko
    South 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.
  • 15 November 2024

    South Africa Gears to Make Its Presence Felt at IBTM World 2024

    Press Release | 15 November 2024
    South Africa Gears to Make Its Presence Felt at IBTM World 2024
    JOHANNESBURG – Recently named the top business events destination in Africa and the Middle East, South Africa is gearing up to solidify this position with a strong showing at the world's top business events trade show, the IBTM (Incentives, Business Travel, and Meetings) World in Spain.

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