https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/788.html South Africa Tourism, Travel & Hospitality news 15 Technology news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/788.html en-us Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:56:54 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ai-reshapes-tourism-visibility-industry-urged-to-integrate-systems-625521a Tourism is no longer just competing for attention. It is competing for visibility inside systems that decide what travellers see before they even reach a website. 1-267461 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:53:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/wtm-report-flags-digital-sustainability-gaps-in-africas-tourism-growth-514450a Africa’s tourism recovery remains uneven despite strong headline growth, according to the latest WTM Africa State of the Industry Report, which highlights widening gaps in aviation capacity, sustainability compliance and digital readiness across the continent. 1-267416 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:38:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/wtm-africa-2026-sees-record-global-participation-at-cticc-069705a WTM Africa 2026 has opened at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 13 to 15 April 2026, bringing together 8,000 trade professionals from 63 countries in its most internationally diverse edition to date, reinforcing Africa’s growing position in global tourism markets. 1-267317 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/demystifying-ai-how-technology-is-shaping-tourism-today-625621a The tourism industry is being pulled into artificial intelligence faster than many businesses fully understand it, and industry leaders warn that without clarity, the risks could outweigh the opportunity. 1-267161 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:55:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/wtm-africa-2026-programme-spotlights-ai-wine-tourism-and-skills-gaps-844663a With two weeks to go before WTM Africa 2026, organisers have released a programme focused on key shifts shaping the continent’s tourism sector, including artificial intelligence, skills development, and niche growth segments such as wine tourism. 1-266949 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:10:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/african-travel-trade-shows-bridging-the-gap-between-tech-and-trust-400629a In today’s digital-first world, the value of physical trade shows is often questioned. Critics say online tools, platforms, and AI have made in-person events outdated and costly. Yet sold-out shows like WTM Africa prove that these gatherings remain essential: they build trust, connect hidden operators with buyers, and enable relationships that technology alone cannot replicate. 1-266845 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:03:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/arabian-travel-market-2026-rescheduled-to-august-in-dubai-177606a The 2026 edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has been rescheduled and will now take place from 17–20 August 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, instead of the originally planned 4–7 May dates. 1-266578 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:20:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/skift-report-puts-africas-tourism-growth-in-the-global-spotlight-739772a African tourism is entering a critical growth phase, driven by a rising middle class, increasing inbound arrivals, and record levels of hotel development. 1-265112 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:47:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/smart-hospitality-how-technology-is-redefining-guest-experiences-in-south-africa-173476a When South Africa hosted the G20 Summit recently, its hospitality sector welcomed the world and showcased how technology is transforming guest experiences. With its travel and tourism sector projected to have reached a milestone of 1.9 million jobs last year, hotels, resorts, and conference venues are no longer relying solely on service and setting. They’re increasingly powered by intelligent digital infrastructure that connects people, systems, and experiences. 1-265068 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:31:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/bryte-travel-index-2025-reveals-how-south-africans-are-redefining-travel-172606a South Africans are travelling differently — more consciously, more creatively, and more connected than ever before. That’s one of the key findings from the Bryte Travel Index 2025: “The Age of Everywhere”, which tracks evolving travel patterns, behavioural shifts, and the changing nature of risk among South African travellers. 1-264578 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:45:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Technology South Africa