Tourism has an important role to play in placing the South African economy on a sustainable inclusive growth trajectory.
Described as the New Gold, it is a sector that is thriving, and that has tremendous potential for further growth and for the creation of much-needed jobs.
The mandate of the Department of Tourism (DoT), as outlined in the Tourism Act of 2014, is to:
In recognition of tourism as a national priority, with a potential to contribute significantly to economic development, the 1996 White Paper on the Development and Promotion of Tourism in South Africa provides for the promotion of domestic and international tourism.
The National Development Plan recognises tourism as one of the main drivers of employment and economic growth, and envisages the promotion of South Africa as a major tourist and business events destination.
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