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South Africa Welcomes A Million More International Tourists  

South Africa’s tourism heartbeat is stronger than ever. Between January and September 2025, the country rolled out its warm welcome to 7.6 million international visitors, an incredible increase of more than 1.1 million travellers compared to the same period last year. Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille says the numbers are proof that South Africa’s tourism engine is not just…

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KwaZulu-Natal Welcomes the World as MEC Khawula Addresses G20 Culture Minister’s Meeting

KwaZulu-Natal recently took centre stage on the global cultural calendar as the province hosted the G20 Culture Ministers’ Meeting at the Durban International Convention Centre. The opening session, held a few days ago, saw MEC for Arts and Culture, Mntomuhle Khawula, extend a warm welcome to international delegates, positioning KwaZulu-Natal as a gateway for cultural exchange, innovation and sustainable development.…

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DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM STRENGTHENS EVIDENCE-BASED POLICY THROUGH RESEARCH COLLABORATION AT TOURISM RESEARCH SEMINAR

The Department of Tourism, in collaboration with the University of Pretoria and Tshwane University of Technology today hosted the Tourism Research Seminar, aimed to share cutting-edge research insights that inform policy direction, enhance tourism development and promote sustainability within the sector. The Department hosts the Tourism Research Seminar annually to disseminate the research findings and recommendations, exchange and share ideas…

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University of Fort Hare Tensions Ease as Minister Manamela Calls for Unity

The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela has called for calm and collective responsibility at the University of Fort Hare, following recent disruptions that have affected the institution’s operations. Speaking after tabling the Department of Higher Education and Training’s 2024/25 AnnualReport, the Minister described the situation as “deeply concerning” and urged all stakeholders to work together to restore…

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Ramaphosa Calls for Fair Partnerships and Global Reform at EU Global Gateway Forum

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged world leaders to build fairer global partnerships and reform international institutions to better serve developing nations. Speaking at the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, the President emphasized the need for cooperation that promotes equality, sustainability, and genuine empowerment across continents. Addressing an audience of global leaders from Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe, Ramaphosa…

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Gauteng officially launches Modderfontein Road (K155) upgrade project

Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, today presided over a sod-turning ceremony to officially mark the commencement of the Modderfontein Road (K155) Upgrade Project, between the R25 and Pretoria Road in Edenvale. The project forms part of the Department;s broader commitment to enhancing mobility, accessibility, and connectivity across the province. It entails the construction of new carriageways, the…

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