By Simon Nare
Tourism Department Minister Patricia de Lille has lauded SA Tourism for successfully implementing its first quarter targets as outlined in the 2024/25 financial year annual performance plan in the first 100 days of the new administration.
De Lille told reporters that achievements included the success of the Sho’t Left Travel Week which delivered 13,866 deals, up from 10,481 in the previous year, and the website attracting more than 254,000 visitors which was a substantial increase from 94,660 in the previous year.
The entity also exhibited the country in various tourism expos on the continent such as Fikani Tourism Expo in Mozambique, Sanganai Tourism Expo in Zimbabwe and Magical Kenya Tourism Expo.
“These platforms allowed us to engage with buyers and exhibitors through the digital GetConnected business platform, further strengthening South Africa’s presence,” she said.
The minister also highlighted the success of the Market Access Support Programme, a
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