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Block off your calendars – Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands' only virtual trade show OurAfrica.Travel is back from 16...
Tourism & Hospitality
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South Africans are entering 2026 with renewed energy for exploration, blending technology, luxury, and passion-driven pursuits into their holiday plans....
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South Africa’s tourism industry is entering a period of rapid reinvention, driven by shifting traveller expectations, digital evolution, sustainability demands...
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Every December, the same migration happens: Johannesburg empties out, the N2 fills up and South Africa's coastal towns brace for...
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In the high-pressure world of professional kitchens, talent alone is never enough. Young chefs rely on mentorship: real, hands-on and...
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Holidays have always been more than just a break from the everyday. They are a chance to restore balance and...
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South Africa has just come through its most demanding tourism year since the 2010 FIFA World Cup as Johannesburg hosted...
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Cape Town is celebrating another international achievement as the Twelve Apostles Terrace event venue – operated by the Table Mountain...
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Sanlam’s Youth4Tourism initiative has been named the winner of the 2025 Trialogue Strategic CSI Award, recognising its innovative approach to...
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If the latest statistics on tourist arrivals are anything to go by, then this coming December festive season will be...
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Hospitality has always been good at welcoming guests. The question is whether we are as good at welcoming young people...
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In hospitality and retail, peak seasons are a true test of speed, efficiency and consistency. Restaurants, hotels, cafés and busy...
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As business adapts to hybrid work, digital tools and new expectations around how people connect, one may assume the era...
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There is a shift happening along South Africa’s east coast, and Durban is quietly taking centre stage. Global brands are...
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Visit Stellenbosch, in partnership with the Stellenbosch Improvement and Transformation Initiative (SITI) Special Rating Area not-for-profit company, has launched and...
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In hospitality and retail, the pace can be relentless at times – but during peak seasons, such as the upcoming...
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As the wellness industry continues to advance, one trend is becoming increasingly clear: Outdoor treatments and immersive natural environments are...
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Zimbali Lodge on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast is entering a new phase under Dream Hotels & Resorts. Once known as a...
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Gqeberha’s hospitality scene is about to transform. Currently scheduled to open April 2026, The Capital Boardwalk will introduce the city’s...
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For South Africans, travel is a story about identity, aspiration and the delicate balance between opportunity and limitation. The places...
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Township & Village (T&V), the Stellenbosch social enterprise connecting travellers with community-led experiences, has been awarded Global Silver in the...
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For decades, the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast was shorthand for seaside holidays, where families would pack up the car and head...
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Let’s be honest: When we think 'cleaning', our minds jump straight to the products – the disinfectants, the degreasers, the...
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When Sipho Mahlangu, also known as Mphathi, walks through the doors of MINT Express Sandton View, there is a quiet...
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The hospitality industry in South Africa is evolving rapidly, and coffee has become far more than a beverage – it...
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With water scarcity, rising energy costs and increasingly climate-conscious travellers shaping the southern African hospitality landscape, the industry must turn...
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After the dry winter months, spring brings both the familiar urge and the perfect time to refresh and reset your...
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The Royal Malewane Conservation & Research Centre (CRC) is the first facility of its kind to open in the Greater Kruger National...
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South Africa’s pride, Table Mountain and its much-loved Cableway, have once again been nominated in a global contest to select...
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By Joep Schoof, Chief Operating Officer, Valor Hospitality Partners Africa Spend any amount of time around those working in the...
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Six industry leaders will help Hostex celebrate 40 years of opening doors when the show returns to the Sandton Convention...
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“Intentional disconnection” has emerged as one of the top wellness travel drivers for Gen X and Gen Z high-end travellers (Harper’s Bazaar...
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Handcrafted South African flag bracelets fund transformation initiative that has already supported over 100 Black-owned tourism businesses Johannesburg, 30 September...
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With South Africa’s G20 Leaders’ Summit set for 22 to 23 November 2025 in Johannesburg, Hostex is convening a fast-paced...
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Cape Town, South Africa: Marriott International is investing in the future of South Africa’s hospitality sector through its Khulanathi Leadership Development...
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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to sustainable, inclusive tourism, solidifying its position as a global tourism...
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The numbers tell a sobering story. While South Africa welcomed 5.85 million international tourists from January to July 2025, a...
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Welcome to South Africa—land of rhythm, resilience, and remarkable beauty. We gather here in Mpumalanga, the “place of the rising...
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In the hospitality industry, first impressions are everything. Before your guests taste your cuisine or experience your service, they're already...
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In an industry where hard work often happens behind the scenes, Tshepiso Ruth Konaite’s story stands out as one of...
