Tourism Monitors prepare for duty

The first group of 100 Tourism Monitors have now been deployed in priority regions of Mpumalanga Province, including around the Graskop/Blyde River area and Hazyview. Currently, they are undergoing training to enhance their proficiency before assuming duty, ensuring they are well-equipped to fulfil their responsibilities effectively.

The key performance areas of the appointed Tourism Monitors, who are placed in key attractions/sites with high volumes of tourists or areas posing a high potential risk, include:

• Patrolling within the identified attractions and sites/areas.
• Raising tourism awareness and providing information to tourists about attractions and the country.
• Reporting any crime incidents to the SAPS and other relevant enforcement agencies.
• Assisting with tourist victim support.

The placement of Tourism Monitors in the remainder of the provinces will take place over the coming weeks.

Read the full press release issued by the Department of Tourism here.