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Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) has been awarded top honours in the Local Economic Benefit category at the World Travel Market (WTM) Africa Responsible Tourism Awards 2026, reinforcing its position as one of the continent’s leading examples of tourism that delivers measurable impact for people, place and planet.

A collective of leading African tourism stakeholders has launched the Sustainability Profile initiative, a free, standardised solution designed to simplify how sustainability information is captured, shared, and accessed across the travel industry.

Graskop Gorge Lift Co (GGLC) has been recognised on a continental stage, taking home a silver award in the Nature Positive category at the World Travel Market (WTM) Africa Responsible Tourism Awards 2026.

The International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA) proudly announces the 8th edition of its globally recognized festival, set to take place on June 2 – 5th 2026.

A recent Mandarin language training programme for South African tourist guides marks an encouraging step in strengthening the sector’s readiness for the Chinese market.

Shark cage diving remains one of the most established marine tourism activities in the Western Cape. For the travel trade, it offers a structured, year-round product that can be packaged into FIT itineraries, group travel, and corporate experiences.

As trade show season gets underway in South Africa, traditional shows have come under fire for being antiquated, expensive and out of touch with the realities of a digital-first world. Critics argue that in an era of tech, tools and online platforms, physical events can no longer justify their cost. Yet at sold-out shows like WTM Africa, the reality feels quite different.

Stellenbosch has launched Art of Origin Stellenbosch, a town-wide art competition and exhibition bringing together every generation and creative community in the region for the very first time.

The dates are confirmed! From 3 -12 July 2026, the Knysna Oyster Festival returns with 10 days of sport, great food, outdoor adventure and plenty to keep young minds entertained under this year’s theme: “A feast of family fun.”

On 4 March 2026 NightsBridge and Semper formally announce the acquisition of Semper by the NightsBridge group, marking a new chapter for two of Southern Africa’s most trusted hospitality technology providers.