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FlySafair lowers fuel surcharge as jet fuel costs ease

FlySafair lowers fuel surcharge as jet fuel costs ease

Why The Capital is betting on longer stays in Gqeberha

Why The Capital is betting on longer stays in GqeberhaRobin Fredericks

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GCC market presents growing opportunity for South African tourismRobin Fredericks

#WorldEnvironmentDay: Tourism shifts from green claims to measurable impact

#WorldEnvironmentDay: Tourism shifts from green claims to measurable impact

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Sars introduces new border rules for foreign vehicles

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Why The Capital is betting on longer stays in Gqeberha

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Tourism positioned as economic driver ahead of Indaba 2026

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Iconic Garden Route resort secures 4-star grading after major refurbishment

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Responsible tourism is the growth discipline Cape Town needs

Responsible tourism is the growth discipline Cape Town needs

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AI reshapes tourism visibility: Industry urged to integrate systems

AI reshapes tourism visibility: Industry urged to integrate systems

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Taste of Thailand kicks off at Food Lover’s Market and Market Kokoro in Gauteng

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Last call for $100,000 Wilderness Impact Challenge entries

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New rules redefine travel procurement for SA government

New rules redefine travel procurement for SA government

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Africa’s hotel pipeline grows 18.6% amid surging tourism demand

Africa’s hotel pipeline grows 18.6% amid surging tourism demand

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Vredenburg Manor House elevates service excellence through 7-day training with Sam Hospitality

Vredenburg Manor House elevates service excellence through 7-day training with Sam Hospitality

Sam Hospitrain Training 17 Apr 2026

WTM report flags digital, sustainability gaps in Africa’s tourism growth

WTM report flags digital, sustainability gaps in Africa’s tourism growth

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Swartland’s art scene reshapes weekend getaways near Cape Town

Swartland’s art scene reshapes weekend getaways near Cape Town

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Jet fuel shortages disrupt flights amid Middle East conflict

Jet fuel shortages disrupt flights amid Middle East conflict

Joanna Plucinska, Ilona Wissenbach and Isaac Anyaogu 17 Apr 2026

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Vaal SEZ smart city positions construction sector for major growth

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Global travel hits $11.6tn in 2025, WTTC data shows

Global travel hits $11.6tn in 2025, WTTC data shows

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Cape Town Tourism wins global gold for “My Cape Town”

Cape Town Tourism wins global gold for “My Cape Town”

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Emirates, Wesgro sign deal to boost Western Cape tourism

Emirates, Wesgro sign deal to boost Western Cape tourism

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WTM Africa 2026 sees record global participation

WTM Africa 2026 sees record global participation

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Agulhas lighthouse precinct upgrade targets tourism growth and local jobs

Agulhas lighthouse precinct upgrade targets tourism growth and local jobs

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SA’s hospitality talent crisis: Why skills matter more than recruitment

SA’s hospitality talent crisis: Why skills matter more than recruitment

Marc Wachsberger 13 Apr 2026

Empowering the next generation: Local collaboration strengthens South Africa’s growing MICE industry

Empowering the next generation: Local collaboration strengthens South Africa’s growing MICE industry

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Easter travel jumps 21% as 1.2 million cross SA’s borders

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Heineken turns exchange rates into shared moments with ‘Bar De Change’ activation

Heineken turns exchange rates into shared moments with ‘Bar De Change’ activation

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SAA CEO John Lamola to step down

SAA CEO John Lamola to step down

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Africa's untapped $322bn tourism potential hinges on tackling key barriers

Africa's untapped $322bn tourism potential hinges on tackling key barriers

Ross Volk 10 Apr 2026

Demystifying AI: How technology is shaping tourism today

Demystifying AI: How technology is shaping tourism today

Robin Fredericks 9 Apr 2026

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Is your barista the 2026 Diners Club SA Barista of the Year? Entries now open

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Global travellers shift to slower, immersive travel in SA

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Tourvest expands with new acquisitions in Africa, Europe, and Caribbean

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